Bigscreen Beyond is expected to start shipping in Q3 2023 for $999.
Originally released in 2016, big screen VR is a unique app that allows you to watch movies and TV with your friends in VR. You can also plug in your computer and stream your favorite his PC games to your private his lobby for an even more immersive gaming experience.
This week, Bigscreen, the company behind the app, announced its own VR headset, the Bigscreen Beyond.according to Official website, the ultra-slim headset is six times smaller than competing VR headsets, largely due to the use of pancake optics. Speaking of displays, Beyond features dual 1-inch OLED displays with 5120 x 2560 resolution and refresh rates up to 90Hz, promising sharp and smooth visuals.
Below is a list of more detailed specifications (provided by Bigscreen).
- Total weight 127 grams
- Length 143.1mm / Width 52.4mm
- Resolution 5120×2560
- 90Hz refresh rate
- 28 pixels per degree (PPD)
- 90 x 93 degree field of view (FOV)
- stereo microphone
- proximity sensor
- Interchangeable USB-C cable
- USB accessory port
- Magnetic face cushion
- SteamVR compatibility
Bigscreen Beyond is SteamVR compatible, giving you access to a vast catalog of AAA games and apps. The headset works with SteamVR base stations, controllers and accessories such as the Valve Index controller, Tundra Tracker, HTC Vive Tracker and more.
For an additional fee, you can purchase an audio strap and an improved head strap with built-in audio for $99. Additionally, custom prescription lenses are available that support astigmatism down to -10.00. The headset itself comes in his 5 sizes with an IPD range of 58-72mm. Size is determined by scanning your face using iPhone XR or newer. If you don’t have an iPhone, you’ll have to borrow a friend’s iPhone. Bigscreen says he needs a 3D face scan to manufacture a personal headset.
The Bigscreen Beyond is expected to launch in Q3 2023 for $999. Pre-orders are now store.bigscreenvr.comEach purchase comes with a Bigscreen Beyond VR headset, custom face cushion, soft strap, fiber optic USB-C cable, and link box.
For more information, see: bigscreenvr.com.
Feature image credit: Bigscreen
