During MWC 2024, HTC VIVE announced the launch of the new Enterprise VIVE XR Elite Package, including support for the upgraded large space solution LBSS, VIVE Business+ for team management and content deployment, and new accessories for more scenarios to enhance the comfort of long meetings or multi-user use.
It is reported that the new accessories of the Enterprise Edition VIVE XR Elite Package mainly include a new face cushion designed for high-mobility user scenarios such as LBE large-space entertainment and a new top headband, which improves comfort while making user rotation more convenient and fast. It also adds a headset temple safety clip to prevent the rear battery from being removed.
HTC Vive has also introduced a new 5-in-1 USB-C dock for the Vive Self-Positioning Tracker that makes it quick and easy to charge up to five devices at the same time. It is reported that the VIVE USB-C charging dock (5 ports) is suitable for advanced users and enterprise users who need to use multiple VIVE self-positioning trackers, and can be used in scenarios such as LBE large-space entertainment, group training, and motion capture.
As the importance of remote collaboration continues to grow around the world, HTC Vive has also launched a Viverse "Starter Kit" to help organizations empower themselves. The Viverse Starter Pack includes a 3-month trial of Viverse for Business, 10 Enterprise VIVE XR Elite Packs, access to VIVE Business for team management and content deployment, and 20 Enterprise VIVE XR Elite Packs.
It is worth mentioning that the reporter also learned from this MWC that the overall function of Viverse continues to improve, and more innovative features are being added, including AI tools, support for VIVE XR Elite Suite VIVE self-positioning tracker and VIVE full face recognition tracker, and support for non-VR motion capture for ATAR avatar avatars. The new AI tool includes a "personal assistant" feature that acts as a personal guide, providing users with information about the scene they are exploring.
Specifically, in order to make the **ATAR avatar avatar more realistic and vivid, Viverse supports VIVE self-positioning tracker to achieve accurate body tracking; Support for the VIVE Full Face Recognition Tracker for eye tracking, and the ability to track and capture the user's subtle facial expressions at 60 Hz, including up to 38 blended states of the lips, jaw, cheeks, chin, teeth, and tongue, means that the **ATAR avatar avatar in Viverse will be more natural and realistic.
According to reports, Viverse will launch Viverse World, an immersive world based on WebXR technology, in the second quarter of 2024, where users can use Viverse services directly through browsers on mobile phones, tablets, PCs, VR and other devices. The new solution will provide users, developers and partners with a smoother and more efficient 3D immersive experience.
Wang Xuehong, Chairman and Co-Founder of HTC, said: "Every year, innovative products are launched in the XR industry to empower the human experience. In 2023, we will use XR technology to bring a new experience to the elderly and optimize medical diagnostic tools. Our all-in-one VR headset was sent to the International Space Station to help astronauts stay physically and mentally healthy; Vive Arts presents Vincent van Gogh's last masterpiece of creation in an unprecedented way. XR is helping people around the world to be inspired and explore what's possible. ”
*: Global Network.