not many options for us glass wearing drivers, I have minor miopy, so can do without them.
I haven't tried the option but the Homido head mount has (three) 'rings' of different thickness holding the lenses, you can switch depending on your eyesight condition. (http://www.homido.com/en/shop/products/homido-hmd#ae63-18)
I haven't tried the option but the Homido head mount has (three) 'rings' of different thickness holding the lenses, you can switch depending on your eyesight condition. (http://www.homido.com/en/shop/products/homido-hmd#ae63-18)
thanks for that Scawen. I'll keep that in mind but, right now, I don't think I can allocate time for such integration (I'm really tied with general Trinus VR development).
Does the use of this library allow 3D SBS? or is that something that can be activated from game settings (maybe I missed the option)? because that would already improve the experience with Trinus VR a lot
Does the use of this library allow 3D SBS? or is that something that can be activated from game settings (maybe I missed the option)? because that would already improve the experience with Trinus VR a lot
If we consider price as a starting criteria, some Google Cardboard clone will do for short sessions (not very comfy) and will only set you back about 10-20$ (but get one with straps!).
For a little more, you can go plastic (using good foam protection) with a chinese unit. There are quite a few of those available (with new variations popping up every week), so it's hard to keep track of them all. ColorCross is popular, because it was one of the first ones. There's the xiaozhai, which is more comfortable (ColorCross uses rubber instead of foam).
As I say, plenty of unbranded variations, so probably newer models work better. Might be good to search on Amazon for the reviews. The main issue with the chinese models I've tried is that immersion level tends to be lower (due to lower FOV), but on the other hand you might get better image quality (less screen door effect, for example).
Then if you want to go premium, you can check the Durovis Dive, the Homido or the VR One. I've used the last two, and they are on a different level, quality wise. Very good results (more immersive). The Homido is limited on max screen size (it will fit bigger phones, but not use the whole screen) while the VR One is, at least for now, only compatible with Galaxy S5 (some people have adapted the provided tray to fit their phones, but that's a DIY that might not always work).
There are actually a few more options on this price range, but I can't remember... Vrizzmo? Cmoar... truth is it's hard to keep up, since everybody is making headmounts these days
I think you can get a quite enjoyable experience with just one of the low cost options (a chinese mount with good reviews maybe). But for better immersion levels, I guess I'd go with a Homido.
Another option (hybrid) is getting a very cheap Cardboard just to get some initial impressions and decide if the limitations are fine or you want something better, and how much better, just a chinese model or a premium mount.
So... I guess after this long post I've just left you more confused than before
For a little more, you can go plastic (using good foam protection) with a chinese unit. There are quite a few of those available (with new variations popping up every week), so it's hard to keep track of them all. ColorCross is popular, because it was one of the first ones. There's the xiaozhai, which is more comfortable (ColorCross uses rubber instead of foam).
As I say, plenty of unbranded variations, so probably newer models work better. Might be good to search on Amazon for the reviews. The main issue with the chinese models I've tried is that immersion level tends to be lower (due to lower FOV), but on the other hand you might get better image quality (less screen door effect, for example).
Then if you want to go premium, you can check the Durovis Dive, the Homido or the VR One. I've used the last two, and they are on a different level, quality wise. Very good results (more immersive). The Homido is limited on max screen size (it will fit bigger phones, but not use the whole screen) while the VR One is, at least for now, only compatible with Galaxy S5 (some people have adapted the provided tray to fit their phones, but that's a DIY that might not always work).
There are actually a few more options on this price range, but I can't remember... Vrizzmo? Cmoar... truth is it's hard to keep up, since everybody is making headmounts these days
I think you can get a quite enjoyable experience with just one of the low cost options (a chinese mount with good reviews maybe). But for better immersion levels, I guess I'd go with a Homido.
Another option (hybrid) is getting a very cheap Cardboard just to get some initial impressions and decide if the limitations are fine or you want something better, and how much better, just a chinese model or a premium mount.
So... I guess after this long post I've just left you more confused than before
I'd like to chime in with a different alternative which, even though it has its limitations (still under development to keep improving), it is dirt cheap, it is already available and will play a vast number of games (including LFS, GTR 2, Skyrim, GTA 5, War Thunder... and well, the list is long).
It's a project I'm currently working on called Trinus VR.
In a nutshell, it's a software solution that uses your smartphone to display PC games and provide headtracking. Just add a Google Cardboard/VR One/Homido or similar and you are good to go.
Hit the website for download links and details on how it works: trinusvr.com
There's a free test version, and I'd be happy to hear some feedback.
It's a project I'm currently working on called Trinus VR.
In a nutshell, it's a software solution that uses your smartphone to display PC games and provide headtracking. Just add a Google Cardboard/VR One/Homido or similar and you are good to go.
Hit the website for download links and details on how it works: trinusvr.com
There's a free test version, and I'd be happy to hear some feedback.
headtracking and VR with your phone
Hi,
I'm new here so I'll briefly introduce myself. My name is Xavier. I like racing simulators... well, I actually like sims in general, specially flight sims.
I guess, that's kind of obvious since I'm here, but it is relevant as that's the reason I created Trinus VR.
I wanted a low cost alternative to (still unavailable) VR systems like Vive or Rift, so I started developing a software solution that uses your own smartphone for tracking and display. Combine it with a headset like Google Cardboard, VR One, Homindo or some cheap chinese one, and you've got yourself an affordable VR system!
When I started with my first proof of concept I wasn't sure it would work but, as I kept improving it I realised that it can be quite good. It does have its limitations, but I know it can be much better!
In any case, I have used it with LFS and the virtual reality experience is quite enjoyable. But don't take my word for it, there's a free test version available. I would love to hear some feedback. Just remember, it is a work in progress
If you go ahead, set it up to emulate TrackIR and run the game windowed in a 4:3 resolution to activate the Fake3D mode (might work with TriDef or Vireio for full depth 3D, but I haven't tested). You can find more details on usage, performance tips and the download links on my site: trinusvr.com
Cheers!
I'm new here so I'll briefly introduce myself. My name is Xavier. I like racing simulators... well, I actually like sims in general, specially flight sims.
I guess, that's kind of obvious since I'm here, but it is relevant as that's the reason I created Trinus VR.
I wanted a low cost alternative to (still unavailable) VR systems like Vive or Rift, so I started developing a software solution that uses your own smartphone for tracking and display. Combine it with a headset like Google Cardboard, VR One, Homindo or some cheap chinese one, and you've got yourself an affordable VR system!
When I started with my first proof of concept I wasn't sure it would work but, as I kept improving it I realised that it can be quite good. It does have its limitations, but I know it can be much better!
In any case, I have used it with LFS and the virtual reality experience is quite enjoyable. But don't take my word for it, there's a free test version available. I would love to hear some feedback. Just remember, it is a work in progress
If you go ahead, set it up to emulate TrackIR and run the game windowed in a 4:3 resolution to activate the Fake3D mode (might work with TriDef or Vireio for full depth 3D, but I haven't tested). You can find more details on usage, performance tips and the download links on my site: trinusvr.com
Cheers!
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