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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|name = Shiftall MeganeX
|image =
|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]]
|Subtype = [[PC VR]]
|Release Date = Cancelled
|Platform = [[SteamVR]]
|Price = $1699 (discontinued)
|Creator = [[Shiftall]] ([[Panasonic]] subsidiary)
|Display = 2 x Micro-OLED binocular
|Developer = [[Shiftall]], [[Panasonic]]
|Resolution = 2560x2560 per-eye
|Manufacturer = [[Shiftall]]
|Refresh Rate = 120 Hz
|Announcement Date = CES 2022
|Field of View =  
|Release Date = 2023
|Horizontal FoV =  
|Price = $1,699 - $1,899
|Vertical FoV =  
|Website = https://en.shiftall.net/
|Diagonal FoV =  
|Versions = MeganeX 5.2K, MeganeX Superlight 8K, MeganeX 8K Mark II
|IPD Range =  
|Requires = High-end VR-ready PC (NVIDIA RTX 20+), SteamVR base stations (for outside-in)
|Predecessor = None
|Successor = MeganeX 8K Mark II
|Operating System = [[Windows]] (SteamVR)
|Chipset = Host PC dependent
|CPU = Host PC dependent
|GPU = NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20/30/40 series required
|HPU =
|Storage = Host PC dependent
|Memory = Host PC dependent
|SD Card Slot = No
|Display = Dual micro-OLED (Kopin)
|Subpixel Layout = RGB
|Peak Brightness = High (HDR capable >1000 nits for 8K)
|Resolution = 2560 × 2560 per eye (5.2K), 3552 × 3840 per eye (8K Mark II)
|Pixel Density = High (micro-OLED)
|Refresh Rate = 90Hz
|Persistence = Low persistence
|Field of View = ~96° (estimated)
|Horizontal FoV = ~96°
|Vertical FoV = ~96°
|Average Pixel Density = High (~32-40 PPD)
|Peak Pixel Density = High
|Foveated Rendering = No
|Optics = Pancake lenses (Panasonic)
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Ocularity = Binocular
|IPD Range = 56-72mm (hardware), motorized (8K Mark II)
|Adjustable Diopter = Yes (0 to -7D, 8K Mark II)
|Passthrough = No
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out or SteamVR outside-in)
|Tracking Frequency = N/A
|Base Stations = Optional (SteamVR 1.0/2.0 for outside-in)
|Eye Tracking = No
|Face Tracking = No
|Hand Tracking = No
|Body Tracking = Compatible (FlipVR, GripVR)
|Rotational Tracking = Yes
|Positional Tracking = Yes
|Update Rate = 90Hz
|Tracking Volume = SteamVR room-scale
|Play Space = Roomscale
|Latency = <20ms motion-to-photon
|Audio = Integrated speakers
|Microphone = Yes
|3.5mm Audio Jack = Yes
|Camera = None (SteamVR tracking), optional inside-out
|Connectivity = DisplayPort, USB
|Ports = DisplayPort, USB
|Wired Video = Yes (DisplayPort)
|Wireless Video = Optional (WiGig adapter)
|WiFi = Optional (wireless adapter)
|Bluetooth = No
|Power = PC-powered
|Battery Capacity = N/A (tethered)
|Battery Life = N/A (tethered)
|Charge Time = N/A
|Dimensions = Glasses-like form factor
|Weight = 330g (5.2K), 179g (8K Mark II)
|Material = Lightweight materials
|Headstrap = Forehead pad distribution
|Haptics = Controller-based
|Color = Black
|Sensors = IMU, optional tracking cameras
|Input = SteamVR controllers (GripVR, FlipVR, Valve Index)
|Compliance = FCC, CE
}}
}}


'''Shiftall MeganeX''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] that was cancelled before release.
The '''Shiftall MeganeX''' is an ultra-lightweight [[PC VR]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Shiftall]] (a [[Panasonic]] subsidiary), announced at CES 2022 and available in multiple generations. The MeganeX line represents a collaboration between Panasonic's optical expertise and Kopin's micro-OLED display technology, creating headsets that prioritize slim form factor and low weight while delivering high-resolution visuals. The original MeganeX features dual Kopin 2560 × 2560 (5.2K combined) micro-OLED displays with 10-bit HDR support and custom Panasonic pancake lenses, weighing approximately 330 grams. The latest MeganeX 8K Mark II (shipping December 2025 at $1,899) achieves an extraordinary 179 grams while packing dual 3552 × 3840 (4K per eye, 27 megapixels combined) micro-OLED panels at 90Hz, built-in 0 to -7D diopter adjustment, and motorized IPD adjustment. All MeganeX versions support SteamVR tracking (with base stations) and are compatible with Shiftall's ecosystem including GripVR and FlipVR controllers, requiring NVIDIA RTX graphics cards (AMD Radeon not supported).


== Specifications ==
== History and Development ==
* '''Display:''' 2 x Micro-OLED binocular
* '''Resolution:''' 2560x2560 per-eye
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 120 Hz


* '''Price:''' $1699 (discontinued)
=== Shiftall Background ===
Company origins:
* Panasonic subsidiary
* VR and metaverse focus
* Hardware ecosystem
* Japanese engineering
 
=== Panasonic Partnership ===
Optical collaboration:
* Panasonic pancake lenses
* Optical design expertise
* Compact form factor
* Premium optics
 
=== Kopin Displays ===
Micro-OLED technology:
* Kopin Lightning displays
* High-resolution micro-OLED
* HDR capable
* ColorMax technology
 
=== CES 2022 Announcement ===
Original reveal:
* 5.2K MeganeX
* Ultra-lightweight design
* SteamVR compatible
* Premium positioning
 
=== Evolution ===
Product line:
* MeganeX 5.2K (original)
* MeganeX Superlight 8K
* MeganeX 8K Mark II (latest)
* Continuous improvement
 
== Design Philosophy ==
 
=== Ultra-Lightweight Priority ===
Weight as differentiator:
* 179g (8K Mark II)
* Glasses-like weight
* Extended comfort
* All-day wearable
 
=== Glasses Form Factor ===
Compact design:
* Slim profile
* Natural appearance
* Component optimization
* 0.1mm tolerances
 
=== Premium Display Quality ===
Micro-OLED focus:
* Kopin micro-OLED
* HDR capability
* High resolution
* Studio-quality color
 
=== SteamVR Ecosystem ===
Platform integration:
* SteamVR tracking
* Valve/HTC base stations
* Wide controller support
* Established ecosystem
 
== Display Technology ==
 
=== 5.2K Original ===
First generation:
* '''Resolution''': 2560 × 2560 per eye
* '''Combined''': 5.2K (5120 × 2560)
* '''Type''': Kopin micro-OLED
* 10-bit HDR
 
=== 8K Mark II ===
Latest generation:
* '''Resolution''': 3552 × 3840 per eye
* '''Combined''': 7104 × 3840 (27MP)
* '''Type''': 4K micro-OLED per eye
* 10-bit HDR compatible
 
=== Refresh Rate ===
Performance:
* '''Refresh''': 90Hz
* Low persistence
* Smooth motion
* VR-appropriate
 
=== HDR Capability ===
Visual quality:
* 10-bit color depth
* High dynamic range
* >1000 nits brightness
* Studio-quality images
 
=== Kopin Technology ===
Display features:
* ColorMax technology
* >100% sRGB color fidelity
* Duo-stack OLED structure
* >10,000:1 contrast ratio
 
== Pancake Optics ==
 
=== Panasonic Design ===
Lens engineering:
* Custom pancake lenses
* Compact form factor
* Weight reduction
* Premium quality
 
=== Optical Benefits ===
Lens characteristics:
* Slim profile enabled
* Reduced distortion
* Edge-to-edge clarity
* Natural viewing
 
== Weight Achievement ==
 
=== 5.2K Original ===
First generation:
* '''Headset''': ~330g
* '''With accessories''': 395g
* Excludes cable
* Lightweight class
 
=== 8K Mark II ===
Latest achievement:
* '''Weight''': 179g (6.3 oz)
* Among lightest VR headsets
* 0.1mm component optimization
* Meticulous engineering
 
=== Weight Comparison ===
Industry context:
* Lighter than Quest 2 (503g)
* Lighter than Index (809g)
* Glasses-like weight
* Extended comfort
 
== Vision Correction ==
 
=== 8K Mark II Diopter ===
Built-in adjustment:
* '''Range''': 0 to -7D
* No glasses needed
* Integrated adjustment
* Many users covered
 
=== IPD Adjustment ===
Eye alignment:
* '''5.2K''': 56-72mm (manual)
* '''8K Mark II''': Motorized
* Wide range
* Optimal positioning
 
== Tracking ==
 
=== SteamVR Tracking ===
Outside-in option:
* SteamVR 1.0/2.0 base stations
* Sub-millimeter accuracy
* Room-scale capable
* Professional tracking
 
=== Inside-Out Option ===
Alternative tracking:
* Available with adapter
* No base stations
* Self-contained
* Flexibility
 
=== Controller Compatibility ===
Supported devices:
* GripVR (Shiftall)
* FlipVR (Shiftall)
* Valve Index controllers
* SteamVR compatible devices
 
== GPU Requirements ==
 
=== NVIDIA Required ===
Compatibility:
* GeForce RTX 20 series
* GeForce RTX 30 series
* GeForce RTX 40 series
* AMD Radeon NOT supported
 
=== Performance Demands ===
High resolution:
* 5.2K/8K rendering
* 90Hz refresh
* High-end GPU needed
* Premium PC required
 
== Physical Design ==
 
=== Forehead Pad ===
Weight distribution:
* Pressure distributed
* Forehead support
* Balanced wearing
* Comfort focused
 
=== Build Quality ===
Construction:
* Premium materials
* Lightweight components
* Precision engineering
* Professional finish
 
== Shiftall Ecosystem ==
 
=== GripVR ===
Hand controller:
* SteamVR tracking
* Finger tracking
* Grip sensing
* Natural input
 
=== FlipVR ===
Full-body compatible:
* SteamVR tracking
* Body tracking integration
* VRChat-ready
* Social VR
 
=== WiGig Adapter ===
Wireless option:
* Wireless PC streaming
* Low latency
* Untethered operation
* Optional accessory
 
== Versions Comparison ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Feature !! MeganeX 5.2K !! MeganeX 8K Mark II
|-
| Resolution || 2560×2560/eye || 3552×3840/eye
|-
| Total || 5.2K || 27 megapixels (8K class)
|-
| Weight || ~330g || 179g
|-
| Diopter || No || 0 to -7D
|-
| IPD || 56-72mm manual || Motorized
|-
| Price || ~$1,699 || $1,899
|-
| Release || 2023 || December 2025
|}
 
== Strengths and Limitations ==
 
=== Strengths ===
* Ultra-lightweight (179g 8K Mark II)
* High-resolution micro-OLED (up to 4K/eye)
* 10-bit HDR capability
* Panasonic pancake optics
* Built-in diopter adjustment (8K Mark II)
* Motorized IPD (8K Mark II)
* SteamVR ecosystem compatible
 
=== Limitations ===
* NVIDIA GPU only (no AMD)
* Requires SteamVR base stations (outside-in)
* Premium price ($1,699-$1,899)
* 90Hz (vs 120Hz competitors)
* Limited inside-out tracking
* Tethered operation
* Niche market positioning
 
== Technical Specifications Summary ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! MeganeX 5.2K !! MeganeX 8K Mark II
|-
| Display || Dual Kopin micro-OLED || Dual 4K micro-OLED
|-
| Resolution || 2560×2560/eye || 3552×3840/eye
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90Hz || 90Hz
|-
| HDR || 10-bit || 10-bit
|-
| Optics || Panasonic pancake || Panasonic pancake
|-
| Diopter || No || 0 to -7D
|-
| Weight || ~330g || 179g
|-
| Tracking || SteamVR 1.0/2.0 || SteamVR 1.0/2.0
|-
| GPU || NVIDIA RTX 20+ || NVIDIA RTX 20+
|-
| Price || ~$1,699 || $1,899
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[Shiftall]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Panasonic]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[Kopin]]
* [[Micro-OLED]]
* [[SteamVR]]
* [[Pancake Optics]]
* [[PC VR]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:Micro-OLED]]
[[Category:Shiftall]]
[[Category:Panasonic]]
[[Category:SteamVR]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]
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