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The best 6 Windows Mixed Reality headsets with motion controllers on the market in the 2018

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What is Windows Mixed Reality?

Imagine the thrill of virtual reality combined with a phenomenal sense of presence. That’s the magic of Windows Mixed Reality, where you can escape to the most immersive experiences — touring top travel destinations, getting inside the most exciting games, attending the most popular events, even traveling across time and space — right in your own home, with you at the center of everything! And with quick, easy setup, this amazing new world is just minutes away. 
 

Reviewed models:

ASUS Headset (HC102) – $399

Unique futuristic design

The beautiful and futuristic design of the ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset is inspired by the Windows Mixed Reality* experience, which combines the thrill of virtual reality with a phenomenal sense of presence, delivering experiences that are truly exhilarating. ASUS designers used technology normally used to create digital architecture to produce a pattern of hundreds of 3D polygons, resulting in a unique, modern and revolutionary new style. The headset is finished in a glossy tone-on-tone effect that keeps you stylish even in the virtual world!
 
* Windows Mixed Reality requires a compatible Windows 10 PC and headset, plus the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. PC requirements may vary for available apps and content. Experience, apps and content coming on or around 10/17/2017.
  

Switch between virtual and real worlds in seconds

The ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset has a friendly and convenient design that lets you switch between the virtual and real world in seconds. Simply lift the visor for a temporary reality check, and flip it back down to instantly immerse yourself in the virtual world again. 
 

Easy 10-minute setup

Two built-in front-facing tracking cameras with six-degrees-of-freedom (6DoF) position tracking, and 32 LED lights on each controller allow the ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset to map your environment, and track your movements and controllers. The headset contains multiple sensors — gyroscope, accelerometer and magnetometer — that determine your orientation, and thanks to its phenomenal inside-out tracking design, your virtual and physical worlds will be perfectly synced, free of latency or distortion, delivering an exhilarating virtual-reality experience. Unlike competitors’ products, no external sensors are needed, and with no additional software to download, setup takes 10 minutes or less. Once initial setup is complete, simply plug and play! What’s more, because there are no external sensors, you’re not confined to your desk, chair or even your room. You can enjoy amazing virtual experiences wherever your laptop goes. 

 

Ultralight for comfort

You’ll always stay comfortable with the ultralight ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset. It weighs under 400g, and features a special balanced-crown design that puts the majority of the weight on the forehead and back of the skull, where it’s better supported. This relieves the pressure on your nose and face, meaning you won’t suffer from “VR face”!

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Tech Specs 

Display 2.89-inch diagonal display size x2 
1440×1440 (per eye),2880×1440 (combined) 
100 nits brightness
Display Refresh Rate 90Hz
Field of View 95 degrees horizontal Fresnel-Aspherical
Sensor Gyro scope, Accelerometer, Magnetometer, P-sensor
Camera inside-out tracking camera x2
Audio 3.5mm audio jack x1

Connectivity

  Headset connection cable x1 
‧Cable Length : 4 meter
‧Host Connectivity : HDMI 2.0(display)with USB 3.0(data) 
3.5mm audio jack x1

Weight

 Under 400g

Accessories

 6DoF controller x2 
  

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Official presentation

Review (Italian)

Lenovo Explorer – $399

Up and running in minutes

Unlike rival immersive headsets, with external cameras and sensors that can take an age to install, Lenovo Explorer is a breeze to set up. Simply plug one cable into your PC and away you go.

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A real sense of freedom that doesn’t cost the Earth

With Lenovo Explorer, you’re free to move in and around a 3.5 m x  3.5 m space. Hop, skip, jump, or dive and Lenovo Explorer tracks your every movement with superior fidelity, spatial awareness, and fluid tracking—without the need for external sensors.

In the past, a virtual experience might have been a costly one involving an expensive headset and a top-of-the-range computer. Now, with a Lenovo Explorer headset and a modern PC, you can savor the best of virtual and mixed reality for a fraction of the price.

New ways to work, play, and explore

With Lenovo Explorer, there are four ways to enhance your virtual and mixed reality experience:

  • Motion controllers let you embrace Windows Mixed Reality—from picking up and crafting tools and weapons in Minecraft to dragging or resizing Powerpoint slides and images with your hands.
  • Your keyboard and mouse enable you to work and play in a digital space—access Microsoft Office Suite or watch movies in your own virtual world.
  • Your Xbox® controller gives you more power—choose the best, most comfortable way for you to play and be entertained.
  • Ask Cortana, your truly intelligent virtual and personal assistant—from providing answers to taking orders, setting reminders and undertaking tasks, Cortana helps to simplify your day.

Tech Specs

Operating System of Compatible PC
  • Windows 10 Fall Creator’s Update
Display
  • Size : 2 x 2.89″
  • Resolution : 2880 x 1440
  • Display Type : LCD
  • Lenses: FOV 110°
  • Refresh Rate: 90 Hz
Sensors
  • 2 x Inside-out motion tracking cameras
  • Proximity
  • Gyroscope
  • Accelerometer
  • Magnetometer
Connectivity
  • Y Cable with video connection and USB 3.0
  • 3.5 mm audio jack
Dimensions
  • Width : 185.1 mm / 7.3″
  • Length : 94.8 mm / 3.7″
  • Height : 102.1 mm / 4″
  • Cable Length : 4 m / 13.1 feet
Weight
  • 380 g / 0.84 lb
Design / Material
  • Design : Front-hinged
  • Material : Plastic (main body)
Color 
  • Iron Gray
Play Area Requirements 
  • Room scale (min.) 3.5m x 3.5m / 11.5 feet x 11.5 feet
Input Controls
  • Motion controllers
  • Xbox® controller
  • Keyboard and mouse
  • Cortana Voice*
MOTION CONTROLLERS
Sensors
  • Magnetometer
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
Connectivity
  • Bluetooth® 4.0
Power Supply
  • 4 x AA batteries (included)
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HP Windows Mixed Reality – $450

Dive into the world of mixed reality and blur the line between real and digital. Designed to deliver cutting-edge visual quality and superb comfort, the HP Mixed Reality Headset with Controllers puts the magic of immersive computing within reach.

Seamless setup

With integrated motion tracking, a 2–in–1 cable that pairs HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.0, and compatibility with both Windows Mixed Reality and Windows Mixed Reality Ultra PCs, you go from out-of-the-box to total immersion without the hassle of setting up additional peripherals.

 

Immersion without boundaries

Get ready for a truly immersive experience thanks to 1440 x 1440 resolution per eye and up to a 90Hz refresh rate[2]. Plus, liberate your movement with six degrees of freedom, no tracking boundaries, and included wireless motion controllers.

 

Incredibly comfortable

The perfect combination of comfort and convenience, this headset uses a double-padded headband, easy adjustment knob, and front-hinged display for a superb experience even after extended wear.

 

Tech specs

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HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset Technical Specifications

Samsung HMD Odyssey – $499

 

 

Dive into lifelike detail

Step into brilliant new worlds with a high-resolution AMOLED display. Bright, clear graphics make adventures more immersive and victories more vivid. Plus, get a broad view with dual screens that allow for a 110-degree field of view, one of the widest available on the market.

Detect sound from every direction

Premium built-in AKG headphones won’t shake loose during gameplay. With rich 360-degree spatial sound, you can hear when someone’s sneaking up on you and detect clues about what’s around you.

 Tech specs

 General

Platform Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality
Display Dual 3.5” AMOLED ; 1440*1600@90Hz/60Hz
Interface HDMI2.0+USB3.0 Interface Bounded Cable (13.1 ft. length)
Lens Single Fresnel
Field of View 110∘
IPD 60 – 72mm range
Camera 6 DOF camera * 2
Sensor 6-Axis ACC & Gyro ; 3-Axis Compass ; Proximity sensor ; IPD Sensor
Acoustics 2 MIC support Cortana ; built-in headphone (AKG Brand)
User Interface Volume ; IPD adjustment
Tracking Area No Limit (Inside-out)
Built-in Mic Array MICs
Built-in Audio Spatial Audio (AKG)
Controller 6 DOF Controller / Xbox One Controller Support
Connections HDMI ; USB3.0
 

Dimensions

Product Dimensions (W x H x D) 7.95″ x 5.18″ x 4.37″ (HMD Body)
Package Dimensions (W x H x D) 12.04″ x 7.34″ x 15.0″
 

Weight

Product Weight (lb.) 1.42lbs. (without cable)
Box Weight (lb.) 4.89lbs.

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 Acer Windows Mixed Reality – $399

Description

Immersive experiences are in high demand. And mixed reality is going to be accessible to many more users in the near future. The upcoming Windows Mixed Reality headsets will pair out-of-box with Windows Mixed Reality-ready PCs. Create the thrilling mixed reality experiences that can reach the masses.

The Acer Mixed Reality Developer Edition Headset is available for developers only. By purchasing, you hereby agree to the Terms of Use and Sale.* All sales are final and non-refundable. PC specifications for headsets may vary.

Scale and choice

Windows Mixed Reality apps and games will run on a broad range of PCs and headsets, expanding consumer choice and accelerating adoption.
 

 

Pushing boundaries

Windows Mixed Reality experiences allow a variety of inputs such as advanced motion controllers, gamepads, mice, keyboards, as well as the power of gaze and voice. Windows Mixed Reality headsets and motion controllers give you the freedom to create the content you imagine with full rotational and positional tracking built into the headset.

Exploring VR, AR, and mixed reality

The path to developing is easier than you think with the Universal Windows Platform. Use a single set of APIs and a common set of skills to create apps and games. Visit the Windows Dev Center to view our documentation, download the tools, and join our community of developers.

 

Tech Specs

  • Two high-resolution liquid crystal displays at 1440 x 1440
  • 2.89” diagonal display size (x2)
  • Front hinged display
  • 95 degrees horizontal field of view
  • Display refresh rate up to 90 Hz (native)
  • Built-in audio out and microphone support through 3.5mm jack
  • Single cable with HDMI 2.0 (display) and USB 3.0 (data) for connectivity
  • Inside-out tracking
  • 4.00m cable
 

System recommendations for app developers

 
Operating systems
Windows 10 – Creators Update (Developer Mode enabled)
 
Processor
Desktop: Intel Desktop i7 (6+ Core) OR AMD Ryzen 7 1700 (8-Core, 16 threads)
 
Graphics GPU
Desktop: NVIDIA GTX 980/1060 | AMD Radeon RX 480 (8GB) equivalent or greater | DX12 and WDDM 2.2 capable GPU
 
Graphics drivers
Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 2.2
 
Thermal design power
15W or greater
 
HMD connectors
HDMI 1.4 or Display Port 1.2 for 60 Hz HMDs
HDMI 2.0 or Display Port 1.2 for 90 Hz HMDs
1x available graphics display port for HMD
 
Resolution
SVGA (800×600)

 

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