One of the most powerful arguments against the known sets of virtual reality is a terrible design. "Few people want to wear big, stupid glasses strapped to the head," - says the creator of really interesting in terms of using and in terms of design device to escape from the real world.
Avegant is an American startup that made a successful attempt to create virtual reality glasses in the style of Beats headphones. As part of this week's international consumer electronics exhibition in Las Vegas (CES 2015), the company introduced the final design of its multimedia headset, capable of providing a smooth switching between the "audio" and "video" modes.
If it's headphones, then they should be cool. And to be like that, they do not need to look like a hat, "Alve Evans, chief technical officer of Avegant, said in an interview with Re / code.
Last year, the virtual reality glasses project Glyph attracted $ 1.5 million in donations to Kickstarter and $ 9.4 million from Intel Capital and NHN.
Like the helmets of virtual reality like Samsung Gear VR or Oculus Rift, the Avegant Glyph headset replaces the real world image for the eyes. Since the technology on the basis of the micro-mirror projection on the retina imitates natural light, the device does not tire the eyes so much. As a result, the user feels as if he is in a movie theater. In any case, the company says so.
Another difference is in the content: the Glyph headset is equipped with head movement sensors that allow it to be used for virtual reality games. Initially, Avegant focused its product on aircraft passengers. According to the company, if properly connected, the device is capable of reproducing content from mobile phones, tablets, computers and game consoles. In the audio mode, Glyph performs the functions of conventional headphones.
Launch of new items for sale is scheduled for autumn 2015 at a price of $ 599. When making a pre-order Glyph will cost the buyer $ 100 cheaper.
Glyph in action:
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