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|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = Standalone VR
|Release Date = 2017
|Platform = [[Android]]
|Price = $269 (discontinued)
|Creator = [[Pico Interactive]]
|Display = Single LCD binocular
|Announced = 2017
|Resolution = 1280x1440 per-eye
|Release = 2017
|Refresh Rate = 70 Hz
|Price = $249
|Field of View = 92° horizontal, 92° vertical
|Website = https://www.picoxr.com
|Horizontal FoV = 92°
|OS = Android (customized)
|Vertical FoV = 92°
|CPU = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon 820]]
|Diagonal FoV =  
|GPU = Adreno 530
|IPD Range = 54-71 mm
|Storage = 16 GB eMMC 5.1 + microSD
|Ocularity = Binocular
|RAM = 3 GB LPDDR4-1866
|Display = 5.5" Super Fast TFT LCD
|Resolution = 2560 x 1440 (1280 x 1440 per eye)
|Refresh = 70 Hz
|Brightness =
|FOV = 92° diagonal
|PPD =
|Lenses =
|IPD =
|Eye Tracking =
|Hand Tracking =
|Tracking = 3DoF
|Spatial Mapping =
|Speakers = Integrated
|Microphone =
|Audio Jack = 3.5mm
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
|Ports = USB, microSD
|Battery = 3,500 mAh (~2.5-3 hours)
|Weight = 440g
|Materials =
|Colors =
|Sensors = 9-axis attitude sensor
|Input = 3DoF controller
}}
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'''Pico Goblin''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2017.
The '''Pico Goblin''' was a standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Pico Interactive]]. Released in 2017 at $249, the Goblin was one of the first untethered standalone VR headsets available to consumers, requiring no smartphone or PC connection. It featured a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor and a 2.5K resolution display, offering a fully portable VR experience.<ref name="uploadvr">{{cite web|url=https://www.uploadvr.com/pico-goblin-review-standalone/|title=Pico Goblin Review: Standalone VR For $249, Minus Google And Facebook|publisher=UploadVR}}</ref>
 
== History and Development ==
 
=== Pico Interactive ===
Pico Interactive is a VR technology company that became known for its standalone VR headsets. The Goblin represented an early entry in the standalone VR market, predating the [[Oculus Go]] and offering an alternative to phone-based VR solutions.
 
=== Standalone Pioneer ===
The Pico Goblin was among the first truly standalone VR headsets, demonstrating that quality VR experiences could be delivered without a tethered PC or inserted smartphone.<ref name="tomshardware">{{cite web|url=https://www.tomshardware.com/news/pico-goblin-standalone-hmd-pre-orders,34780.html|title=Standalone VR On A Budget: Pico's 'Goblin' HMD|publisher=Tom's Hardware}}</ref>
 
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Processor ===
The Goblin was powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820:
* '''CPU:''' Quad-core Kryo
* '''GPU:''' Adreno 530
* '''RAM:''' 3 GB LPDDR4-1866
* '''Storage:''' 16 GB eMMC 5.1 with microSD expansion
 
=== Display System ===
* '''Panel:''' 5.5-inch Super Fast TFT LCD
* '''Resolution:''' 2560 x 1440 (2.5K)
* '''Per Eye:''' 1280 x 1440
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 70 Hz
* '''Quality:''' Crisp visuals with minimal screen door effect
 
=== Field of View ===
The Goblin offered a 92-degree diagonal field of view, providing adequate immersion for standalone VR content.
 
=== Form Factor ===
* '''Weight:''' 440 grams
* '''Design:''' Fully portable, no cables required
* '''Straps:''' Adjustable velcro straps for easy fit
 
== Tracking ==
 
The Pico Goblin utilized 3 degrees of freedom (3DoF) tracking for head movement, detecting rotation but not positional movement in space.
 
== Controller ==
 
The included 3DoF controller featured:
* '''Touchpad:''' Clickable for selection
* '''Buttons:''' Home/Power, volume adjustment
* '''Sensors:''' 9-axis attitude sensor for high-precision hand movement tracking
* '''Power:''' Two AAA batteries
* '''Connectivity:''' Bluetooth 4.0
* '''Design:''' Lightweight, ergonomic
 
== Battery ==
 
* '''Capacity:''' 3,500 mAh
* '''Runtime:''' 2.5 to 3 hours of active use
* '''Type:''' Integrated rechargeable
 
== Audio ==
 
* '''Speakers:''' Integrated
* '''Headphone Jack:''' 3.5mm audio output
 
== Software ==
 
=== Operating System ===
The Goblin ran a customized version of Android, optimized for VR experiences.
 
=== Content Library ===
* Over 50 games available at launch
* Five VR applications pre-loaded
* Access to Pico's content store
 
== Connectivity ==
 
* '''Wi-Fi:''' Yes
* '''Bluetooth:''' 4.0
* '''USB:''' Yes
* '''microSD:''' Expandable storage


== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==
* '''Display:''' Single LCD binocular
 
* '''Resolution:''' 1280x1440 per-eye
{| class="wikitable"
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 70 Hz
|-
* '''Field of View:''' 92° horizontal, 92° vertical
! Specification !! Details
* '''IPD Range:''' 54-71 mm
|-
* '''Price:''' $269 (discontinued)
| Processor || Qualcomm Snapdragon 820
|-
| GPU || Adreno 530
|-
| RAM || 3 GB LPDDR4
|-
| Storage || 16 GB + microSD
|-
| Display || 5.5" Super Fast TFT LCD
|-
| Resolution || 2560 x 1440
|-
| Refresh Rate || 70 Hz
|-
| Field of View || 92°
|-
| Tracking || 3DoF (headset), 3DoF (controller)
|-
| Battery || 3,500 mAh (~2.5-3 hours)
|-
| Weight || 440g
|-
| Audio || Integrated speakers, 3.5mm jack
|-
| Price || $249
|}
 
== Successors ==
 
Pico followed the Goblin with additional standalone headsets including the [[Pico G2]] series and [[Pico Neo]] series, which offered improved specifications including 6DoF tracking.


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Pico Interactive]]
* [[Pico G2 4K]]
* [[Pico Neo 2]]
* [[Standalone VR]]
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[VR Headset]]


== References ==
{{Reflist}}
[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Pico Interactive]]
[[Category:2010s VR]]
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