Lovely concept, but I almost stopped reading at "Snapdragon" and "Android" because Not a PC = not for me
...but the specs also mention "Undisclosed AMD CPU". So does it feature both, AMR and x86 architecture? It sounds far too good to be true.
4K at this size would be a huge waste...
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Claiming to support VR while being handheld is a big red flag. Even the most powerful desktop devices struggle to render decent VR applications properly. The fact that it is trying to do that while also trying to do a lot of other things at the same time, despite its size, is a clear signal of overpromising what should not be possible with current technology 🤔
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Well, the Quest 2 does it pretty well. So games of an equal technical level should be no problem. And PCVR is done via Wifi. They claim it's latency free with their module. If that is actually true this might turn out to be an interesting product. I have my doubts about the standalone mode, though, as I doubt they will have a software line-up comparable to Meta anytime soon.
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"Pimax, developer of virtual reality headsets, has announced the Pimax Portal. It’s gunning for the Meta Quest 2, Steam Deck, and Switch.
In a bizarre, nearly hour-long presentation, Pimax announced the Portal system. It’s a handheld console that can turn into a trio of other devices. The main one is a full, VR headset that has comparable features to your current, all-in-one devices like the Meta Quest.
As it’ll also be a VR device, the Pimax Portal also features 6DoF tracking, or six degrees of freedom tracking, which will be in both VR and augmented reality apps. This should allow for full room-scale freedom to move around.
Pimax is claiming this is the first 4K devices of its kind, featuring a QLED screen that is supported by a mini-LED backlight. It should get those deep contrasts and blacks, while not costing an arm and a leg. Pimax also stated that they’ll be fitting it with a 144Hz panel too. All this is housed inside a 5.5-inch screen.
There is also a Portal XL on the way, but it’s not a separate device. Instead, Pimax will allow you to use your regular Portal to be housed in an expansion cage with the screen attached. Your controllers then slip into the case too.
It features a larger 8.8-inch screen, with a 2560×1600 resolution, but only supports up to 120Hz.
This system will also be available in the Pimax Mini Station, which will let you stream your PC games to the Pimax Portal, rather than using your home’s Wi-Fi. It’s a mini-PC, featuring 32GB of RAM, an AMD 6800U, and 1TB of storage, so games can be loaded up and played on the go.
It launches on Kickstarter soon, starting at $299, with the highest spec version coming in at $549. The VR version comes in at $449 and $599. Only the most expensive versions will be QLED, it seems."
https://www.dexerto.com/tech/pimax-portal-announced-1981249/
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