It's Official: Xiaomi's VR Headset Is Now In China
VR is speedily taking its mark across the globe. Xiaomi has unveiled its first VR headset in China. The features of the device includes; a zipper design that ensures the phone inside the housing does not fall out, and is made out of a combination of EVA and Lycra materials. The reason that Xiaomi chose those materials is because with most headsets, there is generally some discomfort after wearing them for long periods of time. With the selected materials, Xiaomi is trying to make sure that users don't get uncomfortable with wearing the headset for long periods of time.
The dimensions of the VR headset measures 201 x 107 x 91mm and comes in at 208.7g. It can also accommodate phones with a variety screen sizes such as 4.7 inches to 5.7 inches. Interestingly, it will be available in a variety of colors and customizable designs. Like with most VR headsets out there on the market already, there is also a standalone app that lets users view 360-degree content and play VR games specifically designed for the headset, similar to Google's upcoming DayDream software, although Xiaomi did not specify if there is DayDream support.
The privately owned Chinese company is currently taking registrations for beta testers to wear the headset, and while there's no official information on retail pricing yet, certain media outlets report, that it is estimated to be under $10 in certain markets.
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Via: | Android Central |
Source: | Xiaomi's Website |
Image: | Xiaomi's Website |
