Pico G2
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|---|---|
| Developer | Pico VR |
| Predecessor | Pico Goblin |
| Successor | Pico G2 4K |
| Display | 3K LCD, blue ray reduction |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1600 |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz, 615 ppi |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 101 degrees |
| Optics | |
| Tracking | 3DOF |
| Camera | monocular RGB on front |
| Connectivity | N/A |
| Input | 1 3DOF Controller |
Contents
Introduction
Pico G2, part of the Pico VR, stands for Pico Goblin 2, the successor to the original Pico Goblin. This device improved upon the Goblin in multiple ways:
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
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
- Pico Store
- Viveport
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
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 https://www.pico-interactive.com/us/G2.html
- ↑ 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
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 https://uploadvr.com/pico-announces-goblin-2-standalone-vr-headset-amid-24-7m-series-a/
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 https://vr-expert.com/news/pico-g2-4k-vr-headset-review/
