Bigscreen Beyond
| Manufacturer | Bigscreen, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Type | Virtual reality headset |
| Release date | 2023 |
| Introductory price |
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| Discontinued | March 2025 |
| Display | Micro OLED 2560x2560 per eye @ 75hz or 90hz |
| Connectivity | 2x USB-C 3.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| Weight | 127 grams (4.5 oz) |
| Successor | Bigscreen Beyond 2 |
| Website | Archived March 19, 2025, at the Wayback Machine |
The Bigscreen Beyond is a virtual reality headset series developed by Bigscreen VR.
Specifications
[edit]Compared to other headsets on the market, the Beyond is significantly smaller than many other headsets, even nearly fitting inside other VR headsets.[1] The Beyond uses SteamVR outside-in tracking,[1] and is tethered to a computer.[2]
For each eye, there is a 1-inch[3] 2560x2560 pixel micro OLED panel that can refresh at 75hz or 90hz. The device uses smaller pancake lenses, as opposed to Fresnel lenses.[1] Additional magnetic lenses can snap on for people with prescription glasses.[4]
Bigscreen 3D prints a custom washable[4] facial mask using a 3D scan of the customer's face, which blocks all outside light.[1] The interpupillary distance (IPD) between the displays is configured at the factory, and cannot be adjusted,[2] which Bigscreen cites as being due to decreasing the weight.[4] Because the device is tuned to a particular customer, the Beyond will not fit well on other peoples' faces.[2] An imperfect fit will lead to "a major drop in visual quality".[2]
At a MSRP of US$999, the Beyond does not come with SteamVR base stations or controllers. Two base stations and Knuckles controllers are an additional $580.[4]
Reception
[edit]Road to VR, in a review, called it "the most interesting and promising new dedicated PC VR headset to come out in years", but criticized it for having no built-in audio.[1] The Beyond is praised for its extremely light weight, at 127 grams (4.5 oz).[1][2][3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f Lang, Ben (September 26, 2023). "Bigscreen Beyond – Promising but Incomplete, Just Like This Review". Road to VR. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Carter, Rebekah (November 1, 2024). "Bigscreen Beyond VR Review: Big Experience, Tiny Headset". XR Today. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
- ^ a b Hamilton, Ian (September 26, 2023). "Bigscreen Beyond Headset Review: Exceptional PC VR Comfort With Significant Tradeoffs". Upload VR. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Hardawar, Devindra (October 25, 2023). "Bigscreen Beyond review: Gunning for the VR throne". Engadget. Retrieved March 20, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Official website at the Wayback Machine (archived March 19, 2025)