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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 = [[PC VR]]
|Subtype = [[PC VR]]
|Platform = [[SteamVR]]
|Platform = [[SteamVR]]
|Developer = [[Shiftall]] (Panasonic subsidiary)
|Creator = [[Shiftall]] ([[Panasonic]] subsidiary)
|Developer = [[Shiftall]], [[Panasonic]]
|Manufacturer = [[Shiftall]]
|Manufacturer = [[Shiftall]]
|Announcement Date = CES 2022
|Release Date = 2023
|Release Date = 2023
|Price = $1,699 USD (Consumer) / $1,900 (superlight 8K)
|Price = $1,699 - $1,899
|Website = https://en.shiftall.net/
|Website = https://en.shiftall.net/
|Display = Micro-OLED (Kopin)
|Versions = MeganeX 5.2K, MeganeX Superlight 8K, MeganeX 8K Mark II
|Resolution = 2560x2560 per eye (original) / 3552x3840 (8K)
|Requires = High-end VR-ready PC (NVIDIA RTX 20+), SteamVR base stations (for outside-in)
|PPD = 42 PPD
|Predecessor = None
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Successor = MeganeX 8K Mark II
|Field of View = 100°
|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
|Optics = Panasonic pancake lenses
|IPD Range = 56-72mm (hardware), motorized (8K Mark II)
|Tracking = Inside-out + SteamVR 1.0/2.0
|Adjustable Diopter = Yes (0 to -7D, 8K Mark II)
|IPD = Adjustable (56-72mm)
|Passthrough = No
|Diopter = 0D to -7D (superlight)
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out or SteamVR outside-in)
|HDR = 10-bit HDR
|Tracking Frequency = N/A
|Audio = Built-in speakers
|Base Stations = Optional (SteamVR 1.0/2.0 for outside-in)
|Weight = 185g (superlight, without strap)
|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
}}
}}


The '''Shiftall MeganeX''' is a PC [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Shiftall]] (a Panasonic subsidiary), debuted at CES 2020 and released in 2023 at $1,699. An ultra-slim and lightweight PC VR headset featuring dual Kopin micro-OLED displays at 2560x2560 per eye, Panasonic-designed pancake lenses enabling the compact form factor, 10-bit HDR support, 90 Hz refresh rate, both inside-out and SteamVR base station tracking options, and weighing just 185g (superlight version without strap). Designed for extended VR sessions with comfort as priority.
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).


== History and Development ==
== History and Development ==


Shiftall first unveiled the MeganeX concept at CES 2020, with the consumer version launching in early 2023. As a Panasonic subsidiary, Shiftall leveraged Panasonic's optical expertise for the pancake lenses. The original MeganeX was followed by the "superlight" and "8K" versions with improved displays (3552x3840 per eye) and motorized IPD. A Business Edition is also available. The headset targets VR enthusiasts prioritizing visual quality and comfort.<ref name="roadtovr">{{cite web |url=https://www.roadtovr.com/panasonic-shiftall-meganex-release-price/ |title=Shiftall MeganeX |publisher=Road to VR |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== Shiftall Background ===
Company origins:
* Panasonic subsidiary
* VR and metaverse focus
* Hardware ecosystem
* Japanese engineering


== Design and Hardware ==
=== Panasonic Partnership ===
Optical collaboration:
* Panasonic pancake lenses
* Optical design expertise
* Compact form factor
* Premium optics


=== Display ===
=== Kopin Displays ===
Micro-OLED technology:
* Kopin Lightning displays
* High-resolution micro-OLED
* HDR capable
* ColorMax technology


Kopin micro-OLED 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


* '''2560x2560 per eye''' (original)
=== 8K Mark II ===
* '''3552x3840 per eye''' (8K version)
Latest generation:
* '''Dual 1.3-inch Kopin micro-OLED'''
* '''Resolution''': 3552 × 3840 per eye
* '''10-bit HDR''' support
* '''Combined''': 7104 × 3840 (27MP)
* '''90 Hz refresh rate'''
* '''Type''': 4K micro-OLED per eye
* '''42 PPD''' clarity
* 10-bit HDR compatible
* True blacks (OLED)
* Premium visual quality


=== Optics ===
=== Refresh Rate ===
Performance:
* '''Refresh''': 90Hz
* Low persistence
* Smooth motion
* VR-appropriate


Panasonic pancake lenses:
=== HDR Capability ===
Visual quality:
* 10-bit color depth
* High dynamic range
* >1000 nits brightness
* Studio-quality images


* '''Pancake lens design'''
=== Kopin Technology ===
* Created by Panasonic
Display features:
* Ultra-slim profile
* ColorMax technology
* Enables lightweight form factor
* >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
* Edge-to-edge clarity
* Natural viewing


=== Tracking ===
== Weight Achievement ==


Dual tracking options:
=== 5.2K Original ===
First generation:
* '''Headset''': ~330g
* '''With accessories''': 395g
* Excludes cable
* Lightweight class


* '''Inside-out tracking'''
=== 8K Mark II ===
* '''SteamVR 1.0''' base stations
Latest achievement:
* '''SteamVR 2.0''' base stations
* '''Weight''': 179g (6.3 oz)
* User choice of tracking
* Among lightest VR headsets
* Best of both worlds
* 0.1mm component optimization
* Meticulous engineering


=== Vision Adjustment ===
=== Weight Comparison ===
Industry context:
* Lighter than Quest 2 (503g)
* Lighter than Index (809g)
* Glasses-like weight
* Extended comfort


* '''IPD adjustment''': 56mm - 72mm
== Vision Correction ==
* '''Motorized IPD''' (superlight/8K)
* '''Diopter adjustment''': 0D to -7D (superlight)
* Built-in vision correction


=== Processing ===
=== 8K Mark II Diopter ===
Built-in adjustment:
* '''Range''': 0 to -7D
* No glasses needed
* Integrated adjustment
* Many users covered


* '''Snapdragon XR1''' onboard
=== IPD Adjustment ===
* Tethered PC VR only
Eye alignment:
* No standalone mode
* '''5.2K''': 56-72mm (manual)
* Processing assists tracking
* '''8K Mark II''': Motorized
* Wide range
* Optimal positioning


=== Audio ===
== Tracking ==


* '''Built-in speakers'''
=== SteamVR Tracking ===
* Spatial audio
Outside-in option:
* Lightweight audio solution
* SteamVR 1.0/2.0 base stations
* Sub-millimeter accuracy
* Room-scale capable
* Professional tracking


=== Build ===
=== Inside-Out Option ===
Alternative tracking:
* Available with adapter
* No base stations
* Self-contained
* Flexibility


Ultra-lightweight design:
=== Controller Compatibility ===
Supported devices:
* GripVR (Shiftall)
* FlipVR (Shiftall)
* Valve Index controllers
* SteamVR compatible devices


* '''185g''' (superlight, headset only)
== GPU Requirements ==
* Ultra-slim profile
* Forehead pad weight distribution
* Extended wear comfort
* '''Flip-up design''' (superlight)


== Versions ==
=== 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"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Version !! Resolution !! Key Features !! Price
! Feature !! MeganeX 5.2K !! MeganeX 8K Mark II
|-
|-
| MeganeX || 2560x2560/eye || Original model || $1,699
| Resolution || 2560×2560/eye || 3552×3840/eye
|-
|-
| MeganeX superlight 8K || 3552x3840/eye || Flip-up, motorized IPD || $1,900
| Total || 5.2K || 27 megapixels (8K class)
|-
|-
| MeganeX 8K Mark II || 3552x3840/eye || 179g, new lenses || $1,900
| Weight || ~330g || 179g
|-
|-
| Business Edition || Various || Enterprise features || TBD
| Diopter || No || 0 to -7D
|-
| IPD || 56-72mm manual || Motorized
|-
| Price || ~$1,699 || $1,899
|-
| Release || 2023 || December 2025
|}
|}


== Technical Specifications ==
== 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"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Specification !! Original !! superlight 8K
! Specification !! MeganeX 5.2K !! MeganeX 8K Mark II
|-
|-
| Display || 2560x2560 micro-OLED || 3552x3840 micro-OLED
| Display || Dual Kopin micro-OLED || Dual 4K micro-OLED
|-
|-
| Total Resolution || 5K || ~7K (27 megapixels)
| Resolution || 2560×2560/eye || 3552×3840/eye
|-
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz || 90 Hz
| Refresh Rate || 90Hz || 90Hz
|-
|-
| HDR || 10-bit || 10-bit
| HDR || 10-bit || 10-bit
|-
|-
| FOV || 100° || 100°
| Optics || Panasonic pancake || Panasonic pancake
|-
| Diopter || No || 0 to -7D
|-
|-
| IPD || Manual 56-72mm || Motorized 58-72mm
| Weight || ~330g || 179g
|-
|-
| Diopter || N/A || 0D to -7D
| Tracking || SteamVR 1.0/2.0 || SteamVR 1.0/2.0
|-
|-
| Weight || ~200g || 185g
| GPU || NVIDIA RTX 20+ || NVIDIA RTX 20+
|-
|-
| Price || $1,699 || $1,900
| Price || ~$1,699 || $1,899
|}
|}
== Reception ==
'''Praise:'''
* Panasonic pancake lenses excellent
* 185g ultra-lightweight
* Kopin micro-OLED quality
* 10-bit HDR support
* Dual tracking options
* SteamVR compatible
* Slim profile innovative
* Extended comfort
* Motorized IPD (superlight)
* Flip-up convenience (superlight)
'''Criticism:'''
* $1,699-$1,900 premium pricing
* 90Hz only (vs 120Hz competitors)
* PC-only (no standalone)
* Limited availability
* Snapdragon XR1 underutilized
* US release delays
* Niche market
* 100° FOV average
* Competition from others<ref name="shiftall">{{cite web |url=https://en.shiftall.net/products/meganex |title=MeganeX |publisher=Shiftall |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Bigscreen Beyond]]
* [[Shiftall]]
* [[Pimax Crystal Light]]
* [[Panasonic]]
* [[Arpara 5K]]
* [[Kopin]]
* [[Varjo Aero]]
* [[Micro-OLED]]
* [[SteamVR]]
* [[Pancake Optics]]
* [[PC VR]]


== References ==
== References ==
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