HTC Vive XR Elite
| Developer | HTC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mixed Reality Headset |
| Release date | 2023 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon XR 2 chipset |
| Memory | 12GB RAM, 128GB storage |
| Display | 4K Resolution, 90 Hz refresh rate, 110-degree FOV |
| Platform | PC-Compatible, Android Screen Mirroring capable |
| Mass | 625g |
VIVE XR Elite is an extended reality (XR) headset developed and manufactured by HTC. Released in February 2023, the headset combines virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) functionalities.[1][2]
Overview
[edit]HTC Corporation introduced the VIVE XR Elite at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas in January 2023 with the product becoming available later in February.[3][4] The headset is designed to operate as a standalone device, eliminating the need for external hardware or a PC connection.[3] It offers a resolution of 1920 × 1920 pixels per eye and features a 90 Hz refresh rate and a field of view up to 110 degrees.[1]
At launch, the VIVE XR Elite was supported by a range of applications and games available on the HTC VIVEPORT platform. Titles available at launch included Hubris, Yuki, Maestro, Les Mills Body Combat, among others.[5][2]
Specifications
[edit]The VIVE XR Elite is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 processor, and is equipped with 12 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.[6][7] It includes a full-color RGB passthrough camera and four wide field-of-view (FOV) cameras for tracking.[2] The device supports various connectivity methods, including USB-C and Wi-Fi, and is compatible with a range of Android smartphones.[8][9]
The headset's battery cradle is removable, facilitating a hot-swappable battery system that offers up to 2 hours of battery life.[10][11] The device is noted for its lightweight design, weighing 625 grams with the battery included.[9][12]
The headset includes a lens diopter adjustment feature for near-sighted users and an adjustable slider for setting interpupillary distance (IPD), with a range of 54-73 mm, accommodating up to a -6 prescription.[13][14][6]
The VIVE XR Elite features a depth sensor for room scanning, allowing automatic detection of desks and walls.[15]
Accessories
[edit]HTC offers various accessories for the VIVE XR Elite, including the VIVE Wrist Tracker to augment hand tracking, VIVE Controllers for the use of traditional game controls with the device, a VIVE Streaming Cable for PC VR connection, and VIVE Temple Pads which are more lightweight than the standard headset.[15][16] Additionally, a VIVE Face Gasket is available for increased comfort and hygiene during extended use.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Lee, Kevin (2023-01-06). "HTC Announces Its Standalone VR Headset". IGN.
- ^ a b c d Ewalt, David (2023-01-05). "HTC Launches VIVE XR Elite". Gizmodo.
- ^ a b Denzer, TJ (2023-01-05). "HTC reveals VIVE XR Elite standalone VR headset at CES 2023".
- ^ Wang, Max; Shen, Steve (2023-07-03). "HTC expects sales boost from Vive XR Elite".
- ^ Painter, Lewis (2023-01-05). "The Vive XR Elite is HTC's answer to the Meta Quest Pro". Tech Advisor.
- ^ a b Stein, Scott (2023-01-25). "HTC's Standalone Vive XR Elite, Hands-On: An Evolution for Virtual Reality". CNET.
- ^ Shaw, Warren (2023-08-18). "The Vive XR Elite VR headset conforms to you". Mashable.
- ^ Pritchard, Tom (2023-02-28). "The HTC Vive XR Elite wowed me at MWC 2023 — because it didn't make me sick". Tom's Guide.
- ^ a b Robertson, Adi (2023-01-05). "HTC's new VR / AR headset is the $1,099 Vive XR Elite". The Verge.
- ^ Sag, Anshel (2023-01-05). "Privacy Comes At A Premium: HTC's VIVE XR Elite Headset Could Save Us From An XR Privacy Mess". Forbes.
- ^ Campbell, Carlos (2023-05-03). "HTC's Vive XR Elite Is the Comfiest VR Headset I've Ever Used". Inverse.
- ^ Rutherford, Sam (2023-01-07). "Vive XR Elite hands-on: HTC's more portable answer to the Meta Quest Pro". Engadget.
- ^ Chafer, Ben Atkins (2023-03-09). "VIVE XR Elite IPD range: Everything you need to know". WePC.
- ^ Lang, Ben (2023-03-20). "HTC Announces Inside-out Tracker for VR Accessories & Body Tracking". Road to VR.
- ^ a b Heaney, David (2023-05-30). "Vive XR Elite Gets New Tracking & Mixed Reality Features". UploadVR.
- ^ Wan, June (2023-09-27). "This ultraportable VR headset gave me a taste of Vision Pro at a fraction of the cost". ZDNET.