HTC is teasing a new Vive-related announcement this Monday at the Consumer Electronics Show 2018 press conference in Las Vegas. Many are expecting a possible 4K update to its Vive virtual reality headset, a significant upgrade to the 2,160 x 1,200 display being sported by the current headset.
HTC posted an image on Twitter on Saturday with special emphasis on the word “resolution.” Fans took this to be a hint for a newly upgraded headset that will supplant the original Vive headset which was released in April 2016.
In the current model, 2,160-pixel by the 1,200-pixel display is stretched across both eyes resulting in a less immersive experience. By getting up to 4K (3,840 x 2,160 pixels), the current resolution would be doubled. Even if HTC settles for sub-4K resolution, it would still be a massive upgrade if it could stretch as far as today’s big-screen TVs.
In addition to the upgraded resolution, two of the rumors that have been floating with regards to the HTC Vive 2 namely more immersive controllers and wireless operation. However, the CES 2018 teaser seems to suggest a minor upgrade rather than a full blown new model.
That being said, all of these are still speculation so be sure to take it with a grain of salt. All will be made clear at the CES 2018 where HTC is set to make its big announcement regarding a possible upgrade to its Vive headset.
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