The 8KX is the second generation of VR headsets from Pimax, and the Crystal is the third generation. The 8K series was launched in 2019 and the Crystal announced last year, for sale this year. Let’s have a look at the most important differences, and some of the similarities. 1: Lenses One of the biggest…
After AWE 2023, we’ll start a new global roadshow, starting in the USA from the West Coast nearly two thousand miles east to the Gulf of Mexico. And with us we bring Portal and Crystal (now with auto-IPD and eyetracking). The roadshow will kick off on May 31st at AWE 2023, the world’s leading augmented…
With the Pimax Crystal shipping to pre-orders and the Pimax Portal shipping to Kickstarter backers, Pimax is finally bringing its next-generation VR products to customers around the world. Find us at Booth #952 At the Pimax booth, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the Pimax Crystal. Step into awe-inspiring virtual environments with the highest…
Virtual reality has become increasingly popular for gaming and entertainment, with an increasingly wide range of experiences available to users. Whatever your preference, there’s a VR experience out there for you. So, which type of VR user are you? And which VR games suit you? 1: Social butterfly The social butterfly, who enjoys spending time…
After shipping the Crystal’s to the beta test group last month, we’re now excited that the Crystal is shipping to pre-orders. And we’re not just saying that. Yesterday the first batch has already been picked up by FedEx and sent out to international customers. How are pre-orders processed? Moving forward, we will continue to invite customers…
Short version:Yes, you can use a VR headset as a monitor. If you have a standalone VR headset, this depends on the operating system. But if you have a headset you can connect to your computer, either with cable or wifi, then you can use Virtual Desktop in Steam, and simply put whatever content is…
In short: When you play a VR game, your vision sees things that aren’t real. You may be flying through the valleys of an outer planet, or racing on a circuit elsewhere in the world. Plus these are super realistic experiences as well. As such, your brain sees things your body isn’t actually experiencing, leading…
Dear Kickstarter backers, We’re honestly sorry for the delays in shipping out the Portal, and apologize for this — but we also understand nothing will satisfy you, except getting the Portal delivered to your doorstep. Yet the Portal is shipping to backers as we speak. Some of you have already received their tracking number, others will…
Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that completely immerses the user in a virtual environment. There are two main types of VR headsets: PCVR and Standalone VR. But what is the difference between these two types of VR? And which one is best for you? PCVR PCVR, or PC Virtual Reality, uses a powerful computer…
Need help with setting up your VR headset, or want to ask how to optimize SteamVR, Pimax Play or other settings for specific games? Or simply hang out and share VR streams, screenshots & chit-chat? Well. Discord has you covered. Join the Pimax Discord server via the link here: https://discord.gg/TbcuPrwTWu What you can find on…