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|Weight=268g(w/o Band)
 
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|Release Date=July 31, 2018
 
|Release Date=July 31, 2018
 
|Release Price=¥2,000 RMB (about $300)
 
|Release Price=¥2,000 RMB (about $300)
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Pico G2 stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:
 
Pico G2 stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:
  
* 40% lighter https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
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* 40% lighter <ref name="abba">https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html</ref>
* 25% better display https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
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* 25% better display <ref name="abba"></ref>
* additional trigger button on single, 3DOF controller https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
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* additional trigger button on single, 3DOF controller <ref name="beta">https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167</ref>
  
Pico Interactive's focus is on enterprise-grade VR headsets, and the G2 is no different. This headset was first made available to companies in China. https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
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Pico Interactive's focus is on enterprise-grade VR headsets, and the G2 is no different. This headset was first made available to companies in China. <ref name="celery">https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/</ref>
  
 
The Pico G2 is the first in a line of G2 headsets:
 
The Pico G2 is the first in a line of G2 headsets:
  
* Pico G2 Pro
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* [[Pico G2 Pro]]
* Pico G2 4k
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* [[Pico G2 4k]]
see product compare chart: https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
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For a spec comparison of these three headsets, visit https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html.
  
 
==Release and Pricing==
 
==Release and Pricing==
  
On July 31, 2018, Pico announced their G2 line which started shipping in September 2018. https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
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On July 31, 2018, Pico announced their G2 line which started shipping in September 2018. <ref name="beta"></ref>
  
 
==Hardware==
 
==Hardware==
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* Storage = 32GB
 
* Storage = 32GB
 
* Added Storage = Micro-SD up to 256GB
 
* Added Storage = Micro-SD up to 256GB
https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
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<ref name="celery"></ref>
https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
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<ref name="abba"></ref>
  
The headset is counter-weighted by the battery on the back.https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
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The headset is counter-weighted by the battery on the back. <ref name="beta"></ref>
  
 
==Setup Tutorial==
 
==Setup Tutorial==
  
You can set up the Pico G2 without an account, but will need one to download or purchase content from the Pico Store. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
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You can set up the Pico G2 without an account, but will need one to download or purchase content from the Pico Store. <ref name="dog">https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/</ref>
  
The headset comes with Kiosk mode, which enables you to launch a specific application upon start-up. This may make onboarding easier within an enterprise context. https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html, https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
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The headset comes with Kiosk mode, which enables you to launch a specific application upon start-up. This may make onboarding easier within an enterprise context. <ref name="abba"></ref><ref name="dog"></ref>
  
 
==Input Devices==
 
==Input Devices==
  
Each headset comes with one, 3 degrees-of-freedom controller similar to [[Oculus Go]] or [[Daydream View]].https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
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Each headset comes with one, 3 degrees-of-freedom controller similar to [[Oculus Go]] or [[Daydream View]].<ref name="celery"></ref>
  
With Pico G2, you can also choose to control the headset by looking, instead of the controller. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
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With Pico G2, you can also choose to control the headset by looking, instead of the controller. <ref name="dog"></ref>
  
 
==Accessories==
 
==Accessories==
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==Apps==
 
==Apps==
  
For the G2, Pico partnered with HTC Vive to offer more content. Through Viveport, users can interact with more apps than available on the Pico Store. https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
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For the G2, Pico partnered with [[HTC Vive]] to offer more content. Through [[Viveport]], users can interact with more apps than available on the Pico Store. <ref name="abba"></ref>
  
 
===Stores===
 
===Stores===
Pico Store - focus on business applications, not entertainment https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
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Viveport link
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* Pico Store
vr-sync.com
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* [[Viveport]]
lookandplay.io
 
  
 
==Developer==
 
==Developer==
Visit Pico’s [https://developer.pico-interactive.com/ developer documentation] which includes information on Unity and Unreal SDKs. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
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Visit Pico’s [https://developer.pico-interactive.com/ developer documentation] which includes information on Unity and Unreal SDKs. <ref name="dog"></ref>
  
Pico partnered with HTC Vive to expand developer resources. Through the VIVE WAVE Open VR Platform, Pico G2 users can develop applications.https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
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Pico partnered with [[HTC Vive]] to expand developer resources. Through the Vive Wave VR Open Platform, Pico G2 users can develop applications.<ref name="abba"></ref>
  
The Pico G2 runs on open Andriod 6.0. https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
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The Pico G2 runs on open Andriod 6.0.<ref name="dog"></ref>
  
 
==Images==
 
==Images==

Revision as of 01:15, 14 June 2021

Pico G2
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype Integrated HMD
Platform Pico Digital Platform, Viveport
Developer Pico
Release Date July 31, 2018
Website https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
Predecessor Pico Goblin
Successor Pico G2 4K
System
Storage
Display
Display 3K LCD, blue ray reduction
Resolution 2880 x 1600
Refresh Rate 90Hz, 615 ppi
Image
Field of View 101 degrees
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 3DOF
Audio
Camera monocular RGB on front
Connectivity
Connectivity N/A
Device
Weight 268g(w/o Band)
Input 1 3DOF Controller


Introduction

Pico G2 stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:

  • 40% lighter [1]
  • 25% better display [1]
  • additional trigger button on single, 3DOF controller [2]

Pico Interactive's focus is on enterprise-grade VR headsets, and the G2 is no different. This headset was first made available to companies in China. [3]

The Pico G2 is the first in a line of G2 headsets:

For a spec comparison of these three headsets, visit https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html.

Release and Pricing

On July 31, 2018, Pico announced their G2 line which started shipping in September 2018. [2]

Hardware

  • CPU = Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
  • RAM = 4GB
  • Storage = 32GB
  • Added Storage = Micro-SD up to 256GB

[3] [1]

The headset is counter-weighted by the battery on the back. [2]

Setup Tutorial

You can set up the Pico G2 without an account, but will need one to download or purchase content from the Pico Store. [4]

The headset comes with Kiosk mode, which enables you to launch a specific application upon start-up. This may make onboarding easier within an enterprise context. [1][4]

Input Devices

Each headset comes with one, 3 degrees-of-freedom controller similar to Oculus Go or Daydream View.[3]

With Pico G2, you can also choose to control the headset by looking, instead of the controller. [4]

Accessories

Apps

For the G2, Pico partnered with HTC Vive to offer more content. Through Viveport, users can interact with more apps than available on the Pico Store. [1]

Stores

Developer

Visit Pico’s developer documentation which includes information on Unity and Unreal SDKs. [4]

Pico partnered with HTC Vive to expand developer resources. Through the Vive Wave VR Open Platform, Pico G2 users can develop applications.[1]

The Pico G2 runs on open Andriod 6.0.[4]

Images

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 https://www.newswire.com/news/the-new-generation-of-vr-is-here-introducing-the-all-in-one-pico-g2-20583167
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/