New, Affordable VR Headset! - GALAX VISION Developer Edition
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I was pretty shocked to see GALAX showing off a VR headset at Computex... Does the $200 price tag make up for the lacking specs? Thanks to our sponsors for bringing us to Computex this year! MSI: bit.ly lynda.com: lynda.com Computex forum thread: linustechtips.com Follow us: twitter.com twitter.com
The video introduces GALAX’s Vision Developer Edition, unveiled at Computex, and compares it to established VR headsets while highlighting its aggressive price point of around $200. The presenter notes the hardware’s rough, developer-kit appearance, with a front sticker and a design reminiscent of other consumer VR headsets. Specifications include a 1080p display running at 60 Hz, a 100-degree field of view, and a 25 millisecond response time, all connected via HDMI 1.4b and USB 2.0, with a weight of 380 grams excluding the cable and headband. The kit targets developers more than gamers, emphasizing potential SDK support in the future and compatibility with some Oculus titles but not all, which could limit immediate high-end gaming experiences. He weighs the pros and cons, acknowledging the low price against comparatively lower specs and the uncertain software ecosystem, and suggests that developers might find value in early access while gamers may prefer higher-end, more broadly compatible solutions once consumer versions are available. Additionally, the video touches on GALAX’s graphics cards, including 980 Ti variants with air and water cooling options, noting their power connectors, cooling blocks, and scarcity as a limited edition. The wrap-up invites viewer feedback on Vision in the comments and on social media, and thanks sponsors MSI and Linda.com for enabling Computex coverage, while pointing viewers to product links in the description for more details.
Topics · technology · virtual-reality · computer-hardware · consumer-electronics
Questions answered
- What are the key specifications of the GALAX Vision Developer Edition?
- 1080p display at 60 Hz, 100 degree field of view, 25 ms response time, HDMI 1.4b, USB 2.0, weight 380 g without cable and headband.
- What is the intended audience and price for this headset?
- The Vision Developer Edition is targeted at developers with an aggressive $200 price point, and it may not be fully suitable for gamers until broader game compatibility and SDK support are available.