Lenovo’s Windows Mixed Reality headset arrives in October for $349

Lenovo’s Windows Mixed Reality headset arrives in October for $349

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https://www.theverge.com/2017/8/31/16219544/lenovo-explorer-windows-mixed-reality-vr-headset

Microsoft is fully unveiling its Windows Mixed Reality platform at IFA this week, and Lenovo is the latest headset maker to introduce its own device. We saw Lenovo’s headset back at CES, but now it’s officially called the Lenovo Explorer. While Lenovo hinted at “closer to $300” pricing earlier this year, the headset will debut at $349 without touch controllers, or $449 with the motion controllers. These mixed reality controllers are an essential part of the experience, and they work without sensors.

Lenovo’s Explorer headset simply plugs into any Windows PC without any external sensor setup required, and includes the ability to run VR games and apps. Inside-out positional tracking is supported, meaning you’ll be tracked in VR for movement and any motion controllers will also be detected. You can also use an Xbox One controller to play games, just like the Oculus Rift, and you’ll also be able to run Microsoft Office apps with a keyboard and mouse to filter out the distractions of an office environment.