Pimax Launches $1400 Crystal Pro VR Headset with Advanced Features
Pimax has announced its latest standalone VR headset, the $1400 Crystal Pro, which aims to outperform Valve's Steam Frame and Steam Machine. The device features eye-tracking foveated streaming technology similar to the Steam Frame but adds an optional 60GHz link for uncompressed video transmission. It also includes modular gamepad wands and a tethered external battery. In addition to the headset, Pimax is launching a powerful mini-PC that resembles Valve's Steam Machine in design. The company has built a strong reputation among VR enthusiasts for its optical technology. This move positions Pimax as a direct competitor in the high-end VR hardware market. The release comes at a time when interest in standalone and hybrid PC-powered VR systems is growing, with companies like Valve making renewed efforts to establish their presence.
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