In the latest from VIVECON 2021, two new HTC VR headsets are hitting the market next month. One of them is aimed at businesses, but the other one may be the next big thing for sim racers who utilize VR systems.
The HTC Vive Pro 2 is available to pre-order now and will hit store shelves on the fourth of June. The new headset will come with 5K resolution, 2.5K per eye which is a big increase from the just sub 3K resolution total from the previous model, but that’s not all that the new flagship VR has to offer.
One of the new features, per the release, is the optimization of “display stream compression” (DSC) for the first time in a VR headset. There’s also minimal motion blur and screen door effect in the new model, making it feel more immersive. Basically, the image displayed will be at its maximum potential when it reaches the user’s retinas. It’s going to look spectacularly realistic no matter what it’s getting plugged into or what’s getting played.
There are tons of adjustable features included, like a “fine-adjustable inter-pupillary distance” (IPD). The weight of the product is evenly distributed for better balance, the head strap is more comfortable and adjustable, and dialed in with the quick-adjustable sizing dial.
3D spatial sound with Hi-Res Audio Certified headphones ties the build together, or feel free to use any third-party headsets. As far as other accessories are concerned, such as SteamVR ecosystem accessories, the next generation will work together with pretty much all of it.
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