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7 reasons why people won't get on board with VR
Tech companies want consumers to get on board with the VR bandwagon, but many people are reluctant for these reasons.
There has been an ongoing debate for several years now about whether VR will take off as the next big thing, or if it will crash and burn like 3D TVs. After years of technological improvements, we are finally at a point where VR looks really good. Unfortunately, it seems that average consumers are not interested anymore.
Sony's PlayStation VR2 teardown gives us a fascinating look at the technology within
Sony's teardown allows us to take a look at the components that make up the PlayStation VR2 ahead of its retail release.
It's been a long road, but the time has finally arrived, as we are just a week out from the release of the PS VR2. As you might expect, consumers are getting quite excited for Sony's next generation VR accessory, especially since its last one offered quite a bit of bang for buck. But since then, a lot has changed, with the price of consoles, games, and accessories coming in at an all-time high. Furthermore, VR hasn't gained that much traction since the release of the PS VR, but there is hope that the PS VR2 will change things. Ahead of its debut, Sony is offering a more intimate look at its upcoming device, showing off its innards with a teardown, giving users a detailed look at what makes up a PS VR2.
You can now pre-order a PlayStation VR2 without an invite
If you've been wanting to pre-order a PlayStation VR2, pre-orders are now open and don't require an invite.
Last month, Sony debuted the price and release date of the PlayStation VR2. At the time, Sony required registration and an invitation in order to be able to pre-order the device. Now that we are a couple of months away from its release, the company has opened pre-orders to anyone that has a Sony PlayStation Direct account.
MediaTek's first SoC for VR will power Sony's upcoming PlayStation VR2
MediaTek has announced its first SoC in a VR headset, and it will power Sony's upcoming PlayStation VR2.
During MediaTek's Executive Summit, the company announced that it would be powering the upcoming PlayStation VR2. While it did not give too many details, it did show off the PlayStation VR2 to those in attendance. Despite its processors being in many other types of devices, this will be the first time that a MediaTek processor has been in a VR headset.
PlayStation VR2 is set to arrive in February, priced at $549.99
The PlayStation VR2 finally has a price and a release date, with the accessory costing $549.99, VR won't come cheap this generation.
Sony has been teasing the PlayStation VR2 since the beginning of the year, little by little sharing details and images of its next-generation virtual reality accessory. After what seemed like an eternity, today, we finally get a release date and a price for the device, and it definitely isn't going to be as cheap as the last generation's offering.
Despite virtual reality being around for some years, it still really hasn't caught on despite excellent offerings from Meta and Sony. At the top of the year, Sony confirmed that it was working on its next-generation VR headset, the PS VR2. As we get closer and closer to its release, the company has offered little tidbits of information, first showing off its design and later giving those curious a look at the PS VR 2 experience. While things have been looking pretty good so far, some bad news about the device has emerged, which could impact many current PS VR users.
Sony shows off key parts of the new PlayStation VR2 user experience
The PlayStation VR2 (PS VR2) user experience gets highlighted by Sony and focuses on some key features, including broadcasting.
Sony's PlayStation VR2 (PS VR2) isn't due for a little while yet, but today we're treated to a further look inside the headset. In focus in this latest update is the user experience. Sony has shown off some of what players can expect when they strap into PS VR2, including a new see-through mode and a neat way to broadcast your VR gaming adventures to the world.
Sony finally reveals the design of the PlayStation VR2
Sony has officially revealed the PlayStation VR2's design. The design complements the PlayStation 5. Read on.
At CES 2022, Sony confirmed that its next-generation VR headset would be called the PlayStation VR2. However, the company didn't give us a glimpse of the headset at the time. That changes today as Sony has now officially revealed the design of the PlayStation VR2.
Sony's next VR Headset is the PlayStation VR2
Sony has officially confirmed that its upcoming VR headset for the Playstation 5 is going to be called the The PlayStation VR2 or PS VR2.
It's the CES season which means if you're a tech aficionado, there's a ton of new products and concepts to look out for! Be it Samsung's push towards home automation or Sony's new QD-OLED TVs, brands are busy showcasing their cutting-edge technology to the world. Apart from the brand new mini-LED TVs, Sony made another announcement that's going to excite all the gaming enthusiasts out there. The brand has confirmed that its next-gen VR headset is going to be called the PlayStation VR2. Sony has also outlined some features of the PS VR2 and the all-new PlayStation VR2 Sense controller that was previewed earlier.
Among Us is coming soon to VR via Quest, Steam, and PlayStation VR
The popular multiplayer game Among Us is soon coming to VR and will be available to play via Meta Quest, Steam, and PlayStation VR.
Among Us is an online multiplayer game that's been around for a while now. But, it was only in 2020 and 2021 that it gained popularity among online streamers and players worldwide. It even made it to our list of the best Android games you can play. Over the past few months, its developers have rolled out several updates to include new maps, anonymous voting, etc. Late last year, the game even made its way to the Nintendo Switch. Now, the creators have announced that Among Us will soon be available to play in VR.
PS5 VR Headset will reportedly come with an HDR OLED Display and support for AAA Games
The PS5 VR is expected to launch sometime next year with leaks suggesting that it may come with an HDR OLED display and support for AAA Games.
While the PS5 continues its dominance worldwide, gamers have been keen on finding out what's up with Sony's upcoming refresh for its VR headset, the PS VR. VR or Virtual Reality is gaining popularity since it simulates a real-world environment inside a game and gives you an immersive experience. Brands like Oculus and HTC have a notable presence in the VR market, and while Sony's PlayStation VR did gain some traction, the company hasn't gotten around to launching an updated version.
Sony will reportedly debut a new PlayStation VR headset late next year
Industry sources familiar with Sony's plans have revealed that the company will debut the next-gen PlayStation VR headset towards the end of next year.
Following the launch of the PlayStation 5, Sony debuted a host of new accessories for the gaming console. These included the new DualSense controller charging station, Pulse 3D wireless headset, a media remote controller, and an HD camera. Earlier this year, the company showcased new VR controllers for the PS5 as well, but it revealed no information about a new VR headset. Soon after that, we saw the first leak about the next-gen VR headset, which revealed that it would offer a resolution of 4000 x 2040 pixels, eye-tracking capabilities, and haptic feedback support. But the leak didn't include any details about a possible release date.
Sony PS5 VR headset tipped to include 4K resolution, eye-tracking and haptic feedback
Fresh information suggests that next-gen Sony PS5 VR headset is going to include 4K resolution along with eye tracking and haptic feedback.
Sony gave a preview of its upcoming VR system for the PlayStation 5 by showcasing its new orb-like controllers in March. Today, we have some fresh information that suggests Sony’s next-gen VR headset for the PlayStation 5 is going to feature 4K resolution for an immersive experience along with eye-tracking. The headset is also said to include a vibration motor for haptic feedback, which will most likely sync with the haptics on the controllers.
Here's how to get Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition for free on the PS4 and PS5
Sony is offering Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition and a few other games for free to everyone as part of its Play at Home 2021 promotions!
Microsoft offers the Xbox Game Pass as a superb deal for its gamers, bringing down the cost of experiencing new games. Sony's PS Plus service is not as competitive of an option, so PlayStation users often are on the lookout for cheaper ways to play games on their PlayStation 5 or older consoles. If you're one of them, here's some good news: Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition is now available to download for free for the PS4 and PS5.
Sony’s Play at Home 2021 event will offer several games for free on March 25
Sony has announced a bunch of games that will be available for free starting March 25 with Horizon Zero Dawn going free next month.
Sony is giving away some free games for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PSVR owners on March 25 as a part of its Play at Home 2021 initiative. The company is already offering Ratchet & Clank free of cost ever since the beginning of March and has now listed new games that will be available soon.
Sony gives a preview of its next-gen VR controllers for the PlayStation 5
Sony just gave us a first look at its upcoming VR controllers for the PlayStation 5, with a unique orb-shape and adaptive triggers!
With the launch of the PlayStation 5, Sony brought a variety of accessories including the DualSense controller charging station, Pulse 3D wireless headset, a media remote controller, and an HD camera. Today the company is adding a new accessory, something that has been missing from the lineup.