HP 1N0T4AA Reverb G2 - SteamVR Virtual Reality Glasses, WMR, 4K Resolution, Valve Adjustable Lenses, 4 Cameras, 3D Space Sound, RGB Sub-pixel, 90 Hz, Built-in Bluetooth, Ultralight

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The boosted resolution of the HP Reverb G2 means it will require some modern PC hardware, but there are two modes — full resolution and half resolution — you can run for the best results. No matter what, for a processor (CPU) HP recommends at least a modern Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5. That's a Xeon E3-1240 v5 or better for those on the workstation side. To complement, at least 8GB of RAM is recommended. Lenses: Get more clarity over the previous gen with new lenses designed by Valve. And, interpupillary distance (IPD) adjustment allows you to adapt the width of lenses, so you get a perfect fit. HP Inc UK Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 973346) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers. Such credit products may not be suitable for everyone. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. Windows Mixed Reality requires Windows 10 May 2019 Update installed on the workstation or PC. Features may require software or other 3rd-party applications to provide the described functionality. To minimize the possibility of experiencing discomfort using a VR application, ensure that the PC system is equipped with the appropriate graphics and CPU for the VR application. For HP workstation VR ready recommended configurations, see: https://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetDocument.aspx?docname=4AA7-6063ENW Pulling out the extra gasket and replacing the foam gasket drops the eye relief down to 9mm. With the closer eye relief you might find that some prescription frames are too large to fit inside. The last thing you want to do is scratch any of the lenses, so take care. I was able to continue using one set of prescription frames, while the others were too much of a risk. The new face gasket go-between does fit on the older G2-V1, but all it does is add eye relief up to about 21mm.

At launch, WMR included several basic headsets from manufacturers like Dell, ASUS, Acer, HP, and Lenovo, with higher-end models from Samsung's Odyssey lineup coming later and clearly creating some distance between the original units. HP stepped up its game two years ago with the first Reverb, a headset that was mainly intended for development and professional work. Resolution: Immerse yourself in ultra sharp visuals with mura-free, 2160 x 2160 LCD panels per eye and full RGB stripe. A power adaptor also attaches to the box, and the end result is a mass of wires on your desk, although the breakout box is smaller and nicer looking than the one that comes with the HTC Vive. However, if you have the HTC Vive box you’re able to disconnect the headset and its cable, allowing you to hide it away when not in use; with the HP Reverb G2, the cable to the headset can't be disconnected from the box, only the headset, so even if you're not using the headset and disconnect it you’ll still have a long cable you’ll need to deal with. HP Omnicept SDK required for integration of HP VR Spatial Audio. Unity and Unreal Engine plug-in are required, plug-ins provided. Based on HP's internal analysis of companies that have shipped greater than 50,000 VR tethered headsets. Resolution based on panel pixel count as of May 2020.

Like previous Windows MR controllers, HP's new controllers require two AA batteries. The battery compartment is housed inside the handle, like previous versions. The Setup Process Advanced display compression for a fully lossless image of desktop and applications from any remote endpoint.

If you're searching for PC-based VR and don't want to shell out big money for the full Index setup, the Reverb G2 is undoubtedly going to be quite attractive. That remains true if you'd rather focus on higher visual fidelity at a lower price compared to the Vive Cosmos. HP’s MSRP is subject to discount. HP’s MSRP price is shown as either a stand-alone price or as a strike-through price with a discounted or promotional price also listed. Discounted or promotional pricing is indicated by the presence of an additional higher MSRP strike-through priceWindows Mixed Reality requires Windows 10, May 2019 Update, installed on the workstation or PC. Features may require software or other 3rd-party applications to provide the described functionality. To minimise the possibility of experiencing discomfort using a VR application, ensure that the PC system is equipped with the appropriate graphics and CPU for the VR application. For HP workstation VR ready recommended configurations, see: https://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetDocument.aspx?docname=4AA7-6063ENW

Teams can work on even the most graphics- and compute-intensive applications from anywhere. Foster Productivity According to a MASiE 2017 Report (January 2017, by Bobby Carlton): in a study carried out by the National Training Laboratory.

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The Reverb G2's 2021 refresh coincides nicely with some advancements Microsoft has made to WMR in Windows 11. There's a new virtual environment that's much more streamlined than the sprawling Cliff House, plus you can now skip entirely the WMR portal and jump straight into SteamVR. For many people, that's a welcome change that saves time and annoyance. A 90Hz refresh rate and manual IPD adjustment should help nausea-prone users find a more comfortable fit.

I bought this as an upgrade from my Gen 1 Samsung Odyssey. My review is biased from that perspective.

HP refreshed its Reverb G2 Windows Mixed Reality system with better tracking, new face gasket, and a new cable.

The cable's ends are natively DisplayPort 1.3 and USB-C 3.0. Fret not if your PC doesn't include these ports. In the box with the G2 comes a USB-C to USB-A adapter and a DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort adapter. The hardware and overall build quality are high-end, but what's the Reverb G2 like when the displays light up? Get maximum comfort for longer wear time. With flexible material, increased cushion size and lenses that can be adjusted for different eye distances 3, each user experiences a custom fit regardless of face size and shape. If you're shopping for a VR headset today, chances are you're going to come across the Valve Index, HTC Vive Cosmos and Cosmos Elite, or Oculus/Meta Quest 2. Audio: Get a high quality audio experience with industry-leading Valve speakers. They sit off the ear by 10mm, allowing you to have a more comfortable fit.