Articles about HTC Vive
New VIVE Studios Title Lets You Assemble A Tyrannosaurus Rex In Virtual Reality
We've all been to museums at some point in our lives, and usually all the main exhibits are off-limits to visitors, where we can see the exhibits from far, but we can't really get too close or even touch them. It makes a lot of sense, but at the same time, we're sure that the experience would be a lot better if we could get up close and personal.
HTC Vive Pro Eye Is Now Available For Purchase In North America
Unlike augmented reality which blends the real world and digital world together, virtual reality (VR) completely immerses the user into the digital word. This means that our controls need to be a lot more intuitive for users to use because with a VR headset on, they won't be able to see what's in front of them.
HTC Vive Focus Plus Will Go On Sale In April For $800
Back in February, HTC announced the HTC Vive Focus Plus virtual reality (VR) headset. For those who are wondering when the headset is expected to go on sale, you'll be pleased to learn that HTC has announced that the Vive Focus Plus will be going on sale starting in April for $800.
HTC Vive Cosmos Standalone VR Headset Announced
#CES2019 – One of the early limitations of VR headsets was that they were largely dependent on being tethered to a PC. This is because a PC was required to power them and also run the apps for the headset. However we've started to see more models launched as standalone headsets, with the latest offering coming from HTC.
VR Headset Use On Steam Has Doubled In 2018
Is virtual reality (VR) still too much of a novelty to be considered a must-have device when it comes to gaming? Unfortunately that seems to be the case, but the good news is that according to Valve's monthly Hardware Survey (via UploadVR) of its Steam store, it appears that while VR gaming isn't exactly dominating, it has doubled in usage.
HTC VIVE Focus VR Headset For Enterprise
By Eliane Fiolet, on 11/08/2018 12:39 PST
HTC has announced the HTC VIVE Focus VR headset for Enterprise in San Francisco. We're still at the event looking at VR demos, but we can talk about the hardware right now.
HTC Vive Wireless Adapter Will Cost $300
The problem with virtual reality (VR) headsets like the Oculus Rift and the HTC Vive is that they require to be tethered to a computer. This means that in terms of motion, users can end up feeling a bit restricted. Last year HTC and Intel unveiled a wireless prototype which would allow existing HTC Vive headsets to go wireless.
HTC Quietly Introduces An Upgraded Vive Tracker
Just the other day HTC started to take pre-orders for its HTC Vive Pro virtual reality (VR) headset. The device was announced earlier this year and now it is finally available for pre-order. However it seems that in addition to taking pre-orders for the headset, HTC has also quietly introduced an upgraded Vive Tracker.
Skyrim VR Coming To PC With Oculus Rift Support
Last year Bethesda announced that Skyrim VR would be headed onto the PC where it would be playable on devices like the HTC Vive. It was largely assumed that it would be only available on the HTC Vive, but the game's pre-order page on Steam (via GameSpot) has revealed a surprise and that is it will support the Oculus Rift as well.
HTC Vive And World Economic Forum Will Create Change With AR/VR
By Adnan Farooqui, on 01/22/2018 09:58 PST
The VR/AR for Impact initiative was launched by HTC at the World Economic Forum last year. The $10 million program aims to drive virtual reality and augmented reality content to create positive impact and change in support of the United Nation's Sustainable Developer Goals. HTC's Vive division has now teamed up with the World Economic Forum to drive the VR/AR for Impact initiative forward.
HTC Vive Pro Announced With Upgraded Resolution, Audio, Camera
[CES 2018] A couple of days ago HTC teased that come CES 2018, they would be unveiling a new HTC Vive headset. For those who are curious about what kind of changes/improvements that HTC could be making to the Vive, you're in luck as HTC has officially announced the HTC Vive Pro.
New HTC Vive Headset Reveal Teased For CES 2018
HTC might unveil a new Vive virtual reality headset at the Consumer Electronics Show 2018 next week. The company has teased this possibility via Twitter. The teaser image that it has posted online suggests that the new headset might have a higher resolution than its predecessor. At least that's the impression you get when you look at this teaser.
Facebook Spaces VR Experience Released For HTC Vive
Facebook launched its social virtual reality experience dubbed Spaces earlier this year. Given that it owns Oculus, it wasn't surprising to see that Spaces was launched as an Oculus Rift-exclusive. The company today confirmed that it has added cross-platform functionality to Spaces. What this means is that HTC Vive owners can finally access Spaces and hang out with their friends who own a Rift in a virtual reality environment.
YouTube VR App Now Available On Steam
For those of you who own like a Google Cardboard or a Daydream View VR headset, then chances are you might be familiar with YouTube VR which basically lets you enjoy YouTube in virtual reality (VR). The good news is that if you own a different VR headset like the HTC Vive, then you'll be pleased to learn that YouTube VR is now available for it as well.
Bethesda's DOOM VFR Is Now Available To Play
While the original DOOM released back in the day might not have been particularly scary, its newer titles are, possibly thanks to the improved graphics and textures and the lessons and experiences gained over the years. So you can imagine that playing DOOM in VR will probably kick things up a notch.
HTC Vive Tracker Bundles Launched
HTC is bringing its tracker device to consumers for the very first time. The company today announced the launch of Vive tracker bundles, the device enables users to attach it to an object and take it with them into the virtual world. It's basically a motion tracking accessory that can be attached to any real life object. Customers are required to have the HTC Vive virtual reality headset in order […]
HTC Vive Focus Standalone VR Headset Announced
One of the problems with some of today's virtual reality (VR) headsets is that they are required to be tethered to either a computer or a console, like the PlayStation 4. This does limit mobility in terms of actually moving around the room, and also taking the headset with you on the go, which is why it was exciting to hear that HTC might have a standalone headset in the […]
Logitech & HTC Work Together To Bring Keyboards Into Virtual Reality
If you've ever tried virtual reality (VR) before, then you know that keyboard input in VR is a less than ideal experience. However the good news is that it looks like the folks at HTC and Logitech want to solve the keyboard issue within VR, and have announced that they will be working together to improve on the keyboard typing VR experience.
Standalone HTC VR Headset Rumored For November 14th
By Adnan Farooqui, on 11/01/2017 11:46 PDT
HTC's smartphones may not be doing well but the company's virtual reality division has established itself as a strong player in the VR market. There have been reports over the past few months that HTC is working on a standalone virtual reality headset. A new report claims that HTC's standalone VR headset is going to be launched on November 14th.
New HTC VR Headset Called Vive Eclipse Could Be Launched Soon
HTC recently sold much of its smartphone business to Google but it has kept the virtual reality division that seems to have been quite busy. Parting with a chunk of the smartphone business has freed up time, resources, and also injected cash into the company that it can route to the VR division. Will we see more impressive products out of it soon? That's likely and the HTC Vive Eclipse […]