HTC’s Daniel O’Brien introduces the new Vive Pro.
Sean Hollister/CNETHTC is sharpening its view of virtual reality.
HTC on Monday at a CES press conference unveiled a new version of its virtual reality system, the Vive Pro, which features sharper resolution, built-in headphones, a redesigned headstrap and dual front-facing cameras.
The highlight of the new system is improved combined 2880 by 1600 resolution from its dual-OLED displays, which the company boasts is a 78 percent increase over the original Vive.
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It will also have two microphones for noise cancellation for a more immersive experience.
The Vive Pro will be available this quarter as a headset upgrade to existing customers, with developers getting it later.
In addition, HTC showed off the Vive Wireless Adaptor, which can hook onto either the original or Vive Pro and wirelessly connect to a nearby PC. While there have been third-party add-ons that turn the Vive wireless, HTC is offering an official accessory.
It will use Intel’s WiGig technology to stream data over the air. It’ll be available in the summer of 2018.
HTC also unveiled a redesigned customer experience, adding a virtual reality version of its Viveport catalog of games and media. The new portal features sample VR previews that give quick interactive glimpses into a game.
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