Virtual reality might have a bright future, but the path to get there is still bulky, heavy and uncomfortable.<\/p>\n
Now, HTC is making a VR headset thats so small and lightweight its more like wearing a pair of glasses than a giant pair of goggles.<\/p>\n
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The HTC Vive Flow isnt as powerful as a giant headset, but its a indication of where things could go with virtual reality. The easier it is to put on the technology, the more people will want to use it.<\/p>\n
I checked out the HTC Vive Flow at a private meeting space in Santa Monica. There, the company explained that they are positioning this more as a health and wellness device as opposed to a serious gaming headset.<\/p>\n
I tried out two experiences: a snake-style game and a meditation app called Tripp. <\/p>\n
The snake game took some getting used to as you use your smartphone as a controller. Its not something I would spend a whole lot of time playing but its a good example of the casual games this headset is good for.<\/p>\n
The meditation app was interesting, although it was a bit tough to fully get into it amid the gazes of half a dozen developers and corporate types at the location.<\/p>\n
Still, I get the gist of this new style headset. It makes VR approachable, convenient, and always available.<\/p>\n
You could simply come home from work, put on the headset and escape to the (metaverse?) in no time. The HTV Vive flow is powered by a 5G Android smartphone and requires an external battery back.<\/p>\n
The device can mirror content from your phone, like Netflix or YouTube (think your own private viewing theater) or there will be an HTC app store that runs $5.99 a month for a subscription.<\/p>\n
At $500, its not something the average consumer should rush out and buy just yet, but a few versions down the line could usher in a new form of personal entertainment.<\/p>\n
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