Oculus, one of the pioneers of the VR sector and acquired by Facebook, introduced its new Virtual Reality Headset, the Oculus Rift S. With a more ergonomic structure, a wider field of view, and a price of $399, it will meet its users next month. First in the US, of course.

The virtual reality headset, which needs to be connected to a computer to work, can transfer video, audio, and power via USB Type-C using VirtualLink. The Oculus Rift S headset features improved visuals compared to the original, including LCD panels at a resolution of 2560x1440 pixels and a 5-camera Insight system.

  • Release date: Spring 2019

  • Weight: Approximately 500 gr.

  • Audio: Integrated audio, or you can use your own headphones via the 3.5mm jack.

  • Display:

    • Resolution: 1,280 × 1,440 per-eye (2,560 × 1,440 total)
    • Type: Single fast-switch LCD
    • Refresh Rate: 80Hz
    • Field of view: Approximately 110 degrees
    • IPD Adjustment: Only via software

  • Tracking:

    • Type: ‘Insight’ inside-out (no external sensors) — five cameras
    • Capabilities: Supports 6 degrees of freedom head and controller tracking
    • Recommended Environments: It should work in almost any lit indoor environment.
    • Recommended Playspace: Oculus Rift S works with your environment, so you can play standing or sitting, in spaces big or small.

  • Connection:

    • Length: 5 meters
    • Connections: DisplayPort 1.2 & USB
    • Passthrough:
      • Passthrough+: Low latency stereo-correct passthrough video
      • Guardian: Boundaries traced from inside headset using passthrough

Minimum system requirements:

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