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$30
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Walmart.com has VR-Tek Virtual Reality Headset w/ $20 Steam Gift Card on sale from $29.99. Select free in-store pickup to save on shipping, otherwise, free shipping on orders $35 or more. Thanks cyciumx
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Available Options
- VR-Tek Virtual Reality Headset + $20 Steam Gift Card (2560x1440) $29.99
- VR-Tek Virtual Reality Headset + $20 Steam Gift Card (1440x1400) $44.99
- VR-Tek Virtual Reality Headset w/ Built-In Controls
- Wireless Controller
- Adjustable Memory Foam Head Strap
- $20 Steam Gift Card
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Edited February 27, 2019
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VR-Tek Windows VR Glasses, FHD Resolution - 2560x1440 + $20 Steam GC
$29.99
VR-Tek Windows VR Glasses, Ultra HD Resolution 1440x1400 + $20 Steam GC
$44.99
There was a previous thread HERE.
The difference is the cheaper one shares a screen so its less resolution and no IPD adjustment since it is only one screen. The advantage is its only $10 bucks effectively since you get a $20 Steam Giftcard. Even the better headset only comes out to $25. Both come with a BlueTooth controller as well...heh
True, these were cheaper two months ago, but really... if you even a slight curiosity to VR, this is the cheapest price of admission. Reviews sway from horrible to worth it for the price.
I own a Rift and Odyssey+, but I still bought one. If its good enough for Elite: Dangerous, its an insane value.
https://www.walmart.com/co/VR-Tek.../903059996
Oddly enough Walmart reduces the price of the headset when tabulating the total so you pay less in tax and thus less overall with the extra Steam GC than with just the headset itself.
$29.99
VR-Tek Windows VR Glasses, Ultra HD Resolution 1440x1400 + $20 Steam GC
$44.99
There was a previous thread HERE.
The difference is the cheaper one shares a screen so its less resolution and no IPD adjustment since it is only one screen. The advantage is its only $10 bucks effectively since you get a $20 Steam Giftcard. Even the better headset only comes out to $25. Both come with a BlueTooth controller as well...heh
True, these were cheaper two months ago, but really... if you even a slight curiosity to VR, this is the cheapest price of admission. Reviews sway from horrible to worth it for the price.
I own a Rift and Odyssey+, but I still bought one. If its good enough for Elite: Dangerous, its an insane value.
https://www.walmart.com/co/VR-Tek.../903059996
Oddly enough Walmart reduces the price of the headset when tabulating the total so you pay less in tax and thus less overall with the extra Steam GC than with just the headset itself.
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- Quick Install Guide
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- Lens replacement on WVR3 w/teardown pics.
- How to manually adjust for color aberration and distortions.
- Getting Dirt Rally running via Revive
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Is this an actual VR headset or do I need a phone to put in it?
It is an actual VR headset with all the electronics built in.
Does it have motion controllers and what about the sensors?
It has no motion controllers and it has no sensors other than the ones built into the headset themselves. You must play stationary either standing or sitting, but you dont need to physically move your body.
So then how is this VR?
Its VR as much as Oculus GO and DayDream and GearVR are concerned though using your PC should have way better graphics.
What games can it play?
You can use SteamVR natively. But really you should only be playing games that can be played with a controller, or external device like a racing wheel or flight hotas. So should be perfect for racing games and flight sims.
What about movies and ...stuff?
Yes.
I heard its got bad motion blur, only runs at 60hz and makes users wanna throw up?
Could be, spend the 10 or 25 dollars and find out yourselves... but you should know a new software update was released recently and at least in the case of the 1440 version the frame-rate goes to 90-120hz now.
I do use Steam so the gift card will be used, but I don't know if I should risk getting this for $10 or $25?
Then don't and stop burying this thread because you're too chicken to spend the price of a lunch on something potentially awesome.
Additional questions:
So what it the difference between the two - why is the power spec'd version more expensive?
It isn't. The 1440 x 1440 version is per eyeball, 2 times 1440 x 1440. The single 2560 x 1440 is a single screen split into two. Effectively 1280 x 1440 per eye, but since its the same physical screen you can't adjust for IPD which is how far apart your eyes are.
Okay, so what is IPD and why is it worth $15 more here?
IPD is the distance from your eye to your other eye. In the low-end model you cannot adjust this as they share the same screen. You will still be able to see, but depending on how far off your eyes are dead center from the default position it can cause various degrees of irritation and fatigue. Having dual screen in the pricier version allows this IPD adjustment making it literally easier on the eyes.
Back to the controls and games... what exactly can I play?
This comes with a wireless adapter as well as a wireless controller. Go into Steam and search for all their VR games. Go to the filters and check "Full Controller Support". You'll get a list of games you can use with a controller - those are the ones you can use with this system. Along with any game that can use custom controls like a Hotas for flight sims or a racing wheel for racing games - those should all work great too.
examples include: Elite: Dangerous, Resident Evil 7, Lucky Tales, Skyrim VR, Dirt Rally
What about support, I'm not much a techno-geek and might need help.
Sorry... It sucks, but part of the cheap cost is the lack of premium stuff like proper support. I hate to say it, but if you need more help than what Google can provide, and/or have high expectations for a flawless setup... its best you just skip this.
Are you a shill?
I could be if this product turns out to be good for what I expect... if not, this will get flamed to hell from me any time someone else posts it
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I think this is the SD deal of the year. I know that many people returned these to Walmart with spite. I returned the Steam GCs and kept the headset. The WVR1 model ended up being free. A free decent VR headset and a free decent Xbox for Windows controller is always a SD in my opinion. I would go as far as saying it's smoking hot.
Overall, the WMVR2 is the best of the bunch. The resolution is only a touch lower than the WMVR3. The WMVR2 lenses are better. Much bigger sweet spot. So big that even with a fixed IPD, it's better than the WMVR3 with the IPD set to my IPD. The sweet spot is bigger than the PSVR or the Windows VR headsets.
Yes the setup for these Headsets depending on a person's PC can be a little rough. This is definitely more of a geeks device currently. Maybe next sale we can get a cool guide whipped up to help people.
But when talking about real movies like well... movies. Why would you need head tracking? Even for a 3D movie.
For higher refresh rates like 80hz the Headset uses the resolution 2160x1080 and lower the resolution the higher the refresh rate.
What would the point of looking around? There's nothing there. The only thing to see is the screen. Even on PSVR where you can look around, the moment you look away from the screen it just pops up an image telling you how hit the options button to bring up the menu.
Er uh I mean like SteamVR's Desktop Theater or using the Big Screen program. You can curve the screen and zoom it in. I was kinda kidding about that. If you want the front seat Theater experience just zoom in the picture. Heh.
Three quick questions: using (the WVR3) as a 3D monitor, does it work on non-3D content at all, or just split-screen (left-right)? I got it to work left-right split-screen, but I couldn't figure out how to do 3D YouTube (I get the button on my cell, but not Chrome in Windows); was there a trick to it / can you 'fake it' with non-3D? Finally, the controller: Windows says its an Xbox 360 controller, do you know if an Xbox 360 would also see it?
Thanks in advance!
PS: I lied, one more question 😁: someone (might have been you) mentioned swapping out the lenses with glass ones, any idea which?
I think this is the SD deal of the year. I know that many people returned these to Walmart with spite. I returned the Steam GCs and kept the headset. The WVR1 model ended up being free. A free decent VR headset and a free decent Xbox for Windows controller is always a SD in my opinion. I would go as far as saying it's smoking hot.
Overall, the WMVR2 is the best of the bunch. The resolution is only a touch lower than the WMVR3. The WMVR2 lenses are better. Much bigger sweet spot. So big that even with a fixed IPD, it's better than the WMVR3 with the IPD set to my IPD. The sweet spot is bigger than the PSVR or the Windows VR headsets.
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Once installed and the Headset hooked up. Set Headset to Extended or Duplicate in Windows Display settings.
In the taskbar right click on Holoview and select Update Software 3 times. That's right 3 times. Rebooting between each.
Then after it updates then update Firmware (if your headset needs it).
Unplug and replug the usb power of Headset (WVR3 Headset has two USB ports one is for a usb port on Headset. So only one needs to be plugged in for power.)
Then in Steam goto Tools and install Steam VR.
Open Steam VR. Click the dropdown arrow by SteamVR. A menu will open, goto Devices and update firmware (if any).
Then Settings and click Developer then Enable Direct Mode.
Close SteamVR. Unplug and plug the Headset power back in then reload SteamVR.
For Room setup it's standing only.
After the Firmware with Holoview is up to date you have another option for Drivers:
Disable direct mode in SteamVR, uninstall Holoview SteamVR driver and use Trinus PSVR instead (after the Headset gets it Firmware update) look up a general video on setting up Trinus PSVR like https://youtu.be/5BSeXv3KRaw?t=6
https://www.trinusvirtu
Another cool thing. When not using direct mode. Pick what Resolution and Refresh Rate you want under Windows display or go Full res and OC from 60hz to 75hz with CRU program.
Also when not using direct mode the Headset works as a SBS 3D display.
I used SteamVR Desktop Game Theater for a few games. I also viewed some videos.
Not even counting 3D or VR. Just for the feature of viewing or playing games on a giant screen (curved if you want too) makes this a fantastic deal. Just on this one feature alone.
It's really awesome. If anything the 3D and VR is just a nice bonus.
So the VR. Works great. Head tracking is fine. I didn't feel sick or notice any major smearing or blur.
I don't think it's worth changing the lenses once you adjust the front display properly and get your eyes close enough the "sweet" spot. I think thinner padding would help.
Yeah just having a big display alone makes this a slick deal. The VR & 3D is a cool bonus that also works well after learning the odd kinks on getting it installed first.
Otherwise still testing and tinkering with it.
A solid value imo.
The Controller is decent. Not amazing. Not the worst. Fine for older games. Can use it as a Mouse by adding it in Steam's Controller Software.
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I do agree it's a great deal. Why were so many people so quick to return them? Walmart has a generous return policy. Why the rush?
Er uh I mean like SteamVR's Desktop Theater or using the Big Screen program. You can curve the screen and zoom it in. I was kinda kidding about that. If you want the front seat Theater experience just zoom in the picture. Heh.
Three quick questions: using (the WVR3) as a 3D monitor, does it work on non-3D content at all, or just split-screen (left-right)? I got it to work left-right split-screen, but I couldn't figure out how to do 3D YouTube (I get the button on my cell, but not Chrome in Windows); was there a trick to it / can you 'fake it' with non-3D? Finally, the controller: Windows says its an Xbox 360 controller, do you know if an Xbox 360 would also see it?
Thanks in advance!
PS: I lied, one more question 😁: someone (might have been you) mentioned swapping out the lenses with glass ones, any idea which?
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Also in the Steam Store look for Bigscreen Beta & Gizmo VR Player too.
I do agree it's a great deal. Why were so many people so quick to return them? Walmart has a generous return policy. Why the rush?
I still think the sale price plus bundled Steam card makes this a fantastic deal. Again just for using it as a giant screen alone. Not even adding in the VR or 3D function or Controller. These got a bit unfairly trashed.
Thoughts on how the WVR3 handles it's higher refresh rate?
If they do another sale like this I will have to pick up the WVR1 & WVR2 just to test and mess with em. Then gift em or keep em.
Sometime this week I will see how the Trinus PSVR software differs. I know direct mode isn't needed for those.