SAN FRANCISCO, September 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --
Pimax announced the launch of their campaign today for their new
200° FOV 8K virtual reality headset, designed for VR futurists.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pimax8kvr/1001502333?ref=9xpbqf&token=cc143a74
After capturing the world's attention with the release of the
first 4K VR headset, Pimax is set to stun the tech world again by
doubling the field of view to 200°, almost matching the human view
of 220°, and offering six times to the resolution provided by most
VR headsets. Providing an absolute sensory experience, the Pimax 8K
VR combines stunning graphics and motion with high-end audio.
The new improved virtual reality headset is augmented with
better transitions, while presenting no lag in viewing panoramic
images and videos. This means users will be able to use Pimax 8K to
experience up to two hours' worth of movies and games without
experiencing the motion sickness that many people suffer from when
using current VR technology. Pimax 8K also reduces the 'screen door
effect', where users begin to see fine lines between pixels, so
that a more natural environment can be enjoyed.
With positional tracking and hand motion sensitivity, the Pimax
8K VR headset moves with you, creating a completely immersive
rotating audiovisual experience and providing a more realistic feel
when interacting with virtual environments.
The lightweight structure of the headset, ergonomic design and
soft padding allows for a comfortable fit for users. To combat eye
fatigue, the Pimax 8K features IPD (Interpupillary distance)
adjustment and an auto demisting system in the headset design.
Pimax Founder & CEO, Robin
Weng comments, "The 8K VR headset allows people to become a
part of the ultra-high definition environment, by digitizing 2D
illustrations from a screen and transforming the very environment
around you, invoking a whole new level of emotion while in this 3D
virtual space. The 4K was a brilliant breakthrough, and we have
grown from that into the next step with the 8K headset, bringing a
more genuine realism to virtual reality. We are closing the
gap between reality and the digital world."
Pimax is aiming to reach $200,000
in funding on Kickstarter, with prices starting at $399.
Technical Specifications
- Field of View: 200 degrees
- Resolution: 2*3840x2160, 16.6 million pixels in total
- MTP (Motion To Photon) Latency: <15ms
- Refresh rate: 75/90Hz per eye (support 150/180Hz with
Brainwarp)
- Processor: GTX980/1070 or AMD R9 Nano, equivalent and
above
- Interface: DP1.4, USB 3.0
- Experience: Seated VR, standing VR, room-scale positional
tracking, hand Motion (optional)
- Content: PiHome/Steam/Oculus Home (with a third party
tool)
- Audio: 2x3.5 mm audio jack, stereo sound earphones
- Fit: Adjustable headset strap/headband, auto-demisting system,
fits glasses/customized VR frame, IPD (Interpupillary distance)
adjustment.
About Pimax
Pimax was founded in mid-2014 by a team of VR geeks and
engineers with 13+ years' experience in wearable tech/smart
devices, including 3+ years in VR/AR field. We created the world's
first 4K VR headset that was recognized as the best VR product in
CES Asia 2016, and our 8K VR headset was unveiled at CES 2017.
Pimax has offices in San Jose,
California and is headquartered in Shanghai, China. For more information, please
visit http://www.pimaxvr.com.
SOURCE Pimax