VIRTUALLY PERFECT
HTC Vive Focus Vision
HTC’s premium headset is powerful but pricey
SPECIFICATIONS
Displays 2,448x2,448 pixels per eye, 90Hz Field of view 120-degrees CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 Memory 12GB Storage 128GB, expandable to 2TB via MicroSD Passthrough cameras 2x high-resolution full-colour cameras Tracking cameras 4x hand-tracking cameras, 2x eye-tracking cameras Connectivity USB-C port, USB-C port with DisplayPort support, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6E, 3.5mm audio jack output Battery life up to 2 hours Weight 785g
The VR scene is more competitive than ever –
Meta’s Quest headsets
offer brilliant value, so what can HTC’s latest Vive headset do to justify its premium existence?
HTC’s angle appears to be around picture and video quality, with boasts about lossless video passthrough from a capable PC, with the potential for mixed use, including some gaming.
The Focus Vision has a familiar look with a shiny front panel that houses the main body of the headset, along with a three-strap system that lets you wear it snugly. At the back of your head, there’s an adjustment dial to get that fit correct, along with a battery holder that both helps to balance the weight of the headset and lets you more easily swap in charged batteries.