Details of the new VR device "Valve Index" for PCs will be revealed.Due to the expansion of the viewing angle and the new controller that recognizes fingers, the immersive feeling will be made further.

HTC and Valve Corporation, which are developing VR devices for PC VR devices "HTC Vive" (hereinafter referred to as VIVE), have started a countdown for reservations for the new VALVE INDEX on May 1st today.At the same time, the detailed specifications of "Valve Index" and the sales lineup have been released.

The price differs for each lineup, $ 499 (about 55,000 yen in Japanese yen), $ 749 (about 83,000 yen) with heads and two new controllers, 279 controllers.(31,000 yen), a tracking base station $ 149 (about 16,000 yen), and the full set that includes all the above devices and two base stations is $ 999 (about 111,000 yen).The Steam's index reservation page states "Not Available in Your Country" in all lineups.Apparently, the country is not subject to shipment at this time, and it is unknown at the moment that the shipment will be lifted in the future.

VIVE, which is a pioneer in high -end VR devices, has sold a device called "VIVE PRO", which has been upgraded to resolution and high quality audio in the past.For enterprise, "VIVE PRO EYE", which is equipped with an eye tracking function, and "VIVE FOCUS", which can always connect to wirelessly, are also available for enterprise.This time, the "Valve Index", which has been released, is a new VR device equipped with a function not found in conventional VR devices.

"Valve Index" exceeds the performance of the general high -end model "VIVE PRO" (PRO).The frame rate of past VR devices in the past, including Pro, was only 90Hz, but it was 90Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz, and the video was smoother.The latency, which refers to the delay, is 0330ms (the lower the number, the higher the high quality VR experience).In addition, the viewing angle of the display, which was 110 degrees in the conventional VR device, is expanded to about 130 degrees, and it seems that it can gain a higher immersion.Similar to PRO, the resolution is organic EL display 2,880 x 1,600 (1,440 x 1,600).In the parts installed as "new functions", there are two renewed controllers Knuckles and audio.The controller has been completely newly developed, with 87 sensors, and can be expressed to each finger.

The audio did not adopt a conventional contact type earphone or headphone, but became a non -contact type with a speaker on both sides of the headset.This audio system reduces the burden on the ears, and is a VR experience that can withstand long -time play.In addition, the recognition distance and perception range of the bass station for tracking have been enhanced, and it is likely that you will be able to express definite movements anywhere in the room.

In addition, because it is compatible with the conventional device, users who already own VIVEs and Pro will be able to experience VR experience by purchasing only the kit equipped with the function they want."Valve Index" I would like to pay attention to future trends related to domestic shipping information.