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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
|image =
|image=[[File:Dellvisor.png|thumb]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]]
|VR/AR= [[Virtual Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-Mounted Display]]
|Type= [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[PC VR]]
|Subtype= [[PC-Powered VR]]
|Platform = [[Windows Mixed Reality]], [[SteamVR]]
|Platform=[[Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality (Platform)]]
|Developer = [[Dell]]
|Developer= [[Dell]]
|Manufacturer = [[Dell]]
|Operating System= [[Windows 10]]
|Release Date = October 17, 2017
|Requires= [[PC]]
|Price = $349 (headset) / $449 (with controllers)
|Display= Dual LCD display
|Website = https://www.dell.com/
|Resolution= 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
|Display = LCD (dual, Sharp)
|Refresh Rate= 90Hz
|Resolution = 1440x1440 per eye
|Field of View= 110 Degree
|Combined Resolution = 2880x1440
|Optics= [[Fresnel lenses]]
|PPI = 706 PPI
|Tracking= 6DOF
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Rotational Tracking= [[Gyroscope]], [[Accelerometer]], [[Magnetometer]]
|Field of View = 110°
|Positional Tracking= Inside-out tracking
|Ocularity = Binocular
|Latency= Low
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out, 2 cameras)
|Input=  [[Keyboard/Mouse]],[[Xbox One GamePad]], [[Dell Visor Motion Controller]]
|Sensors = Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Magnetometer
|Connectivity= HDMI, USB
|Audio = 3.5mm jack
|Release Date= October 2017
|Connectivity = HDMI 2.0, USB 3.0
|Price= $350 (HeadSet Only), $450 (Headset W Controllers)
|Website= http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/the-dell-visor/apd/536-bbbr/gaming
}}
}}
== Intro ==
The landscape of virtual reality that has long been dominated by Oculus Rift and HTC Vive may just about to change. On Oct 17, 2017, the Dell Visor, a Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality headset was released in a further attempt to wrest control away from the top competitors. The Dell Visor is priced at $350 for the headset alone and keen VR users will need to fork out another $100 for a pair of motion controllers.


The '''Dell Visor''' is a PC [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Dell]], released on October 17, 2017 at $349 (headset) or $449 (with controllers). Part of the [[Windows Mixed Reality]] platform, the Visor features dual Sharp 1440x1440 LCD displays (706 PPI) with higher resolution than Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, 110° field of view, 90 Hz refresh rate, inside-out 6DoF tracking without external sensors, flip-up visor design, and comfortable rigid headband similar to PlayStation VR. An ergonomic and affordable entry to PC VR.
== Dell Visor Headset ==
Dell has placed great effort on the ergonomics aspect of the headset with the Dell Visor spotting an elegant white and features the best ideas from Playstation VR. That includes the front of the visor that can be flipped up, allowing the user convenience in switching between digital and the real world. The design is made so that the Dell Visor can be worn comfortably over your glasses.


== History and Development ==
A dual 1440 x 1440 resolution 2.89” LCD Display provides a clear and pleasing virtual reality environment for the user. A 90 Hz refresh rate and 110 degree field of view puts it on par with competing VR headsets. Clear and sharp visuals are reported from users who have tried out the Dell Visor. As with any Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality headset, it features a dual camera that is used for positional tracking. Without the complication of having an external tracker, the Dell Visor only requires a USB and HDMI connection to the PC to be functional.


Dell announced the Visor alongside other Windows Mixed Reality headsets in 2017 as part of Microsoft's platform initiative. Pre-orders opened in September 2017, with shipping beginning October 17, 2017. The Visor competed with similar headsets from Lenovo, HP, Acer, and Samsung, distinguished by its ergonomic design and flip-up visor feature. Dell positioned the Visor as an accessible entry point to VR without the setup complexity of external tracking systems.<ref name="digitaltrends">{{cite web |url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/dell-visor-mixed-reality-headset-news/ |title=Dell Visor |publisher=Digital Trends |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
== Dell Visor Motion Controller ==
To get the best of Windows Mixed Reality experience, users would have to get the Dell Visor Motion Controllers. Spotting a slight similarity to the Oculus Touch, the motion controllers is packed with an array of tracking sensors that include gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetometer. Gamers can expect the usual triggers, grip buttons and analog sticks on the motion controller. Gaming experience is also emphasized by the haptic feedback the pair of motion controller provides. It also sports an array of LED marker for tracking purposes.


== Design and Hardware ==
== Dell Visor Experience ==
The Dell Visor does not require any specific software to operate but does require a Windows 10 Creator Fall update on a PC with decent gaming requirement. Placing on the Dell Visor allows access to Microsoft Virtual Hub where users could launch games or pin apps to the virtual wall. With the first batch of apps and games hitting Microsoft Store, users could start their Windows Mixed Reality experience with titles like Arizona Sunshine, Halo Recruit, and Superhot VR.


=== Display ===
== Technical Specifications ==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Panel|| 2.89 Inches LCD (RGB subpixel)
|-
| Resolution|| 1440 x 1440 per eye, 706ppi
|-
| Refresh Rate|| 90Hz
|-
| Lens Type
|| Fresnel
|-
| Field of view
|| 110 degrees


Sharp LCD panels:
|-
| Lens Adjustment
|| Software IPD


* '''1440x1440 per eye''' resolution
|-
* '''2880x1440 combined'''
| Tracking Architecture
* '''Dual 2.89-inch Sharp LCD''' panels
|| 6DoF, "Inside-out" tracking
* '''706 PPI''' pixel density
|-
* '''90 Hz refresh rate'''
| Tracking Sensors
* '''110° field of view'''
|| Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Magnetomer
* Higher resolution than Rift/Vive


=== Tracking ===
|-
| Headset Tracking Hardware
|| Dual B+W VGA Camera for mapping


Inside-out system:
|-
 
| Compatible with
* '''6DoF tracking'''
|| Inspiron 5000 15/17
* '''Inside-out tracking'''
Inspiron 15
* '''Dual cameras'''
* '''Gyroscope'''
* '''Accelerometer'''
* '''Magnetometer'''
* No external sensors required
 
=== Flip-Up Visor ===
 
* '''Flip-up design'''
* Quick reality check
* No removal needed
* Convenient transitions
 
=== Build ===


Ergonomic design:
Inspiron 27 All-in-one


* '''Rigid headband'''
Inspiron 24 All-in-one
* Similar to PlayStation VR
* Thumbwheel adjustment
* Fits any head size
* '''Anti-stain coating'''
* Fits over glasses
* Weight on top of head
* More comfortable than face-mounted


=== Controllers ===
Inspiron Gaming Tower


WMR motion controllers:
Inspiron Tower


* '''6DoF tracking'''
XPS Tower VMAX
* Tracked by headset cameras
* Included in bundle
* Standard WMR design


=== Audio ===
XPS 27


* '''3.5mm headphone jack'''
* External headphones required


=== Connectivity ===
* '''HDMI 2.0'''
* '''USB 3.0'''
* Standard PC interface
== Configurations ==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Configuration !! Contents !! Price
|-
| Headset Only || Dell Visor HMD || $349
|-
| Controller Kit || 2x WMR Controllers || $99
|-
| Full Bundle || HMD + Controllers || $449
|}
|}


== PC Requirements ==
== Developer ==
As Windows Mixed Reality is a platform established by Microsoft, developers could find useful resources and guide at the Windows Dev Center.


=== Minimum ===
https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/mixed-reality
* '''CPU''': Intel Core i5 / AMD equivalent
* '''GPU''': Discrete graphics
* '''RAM''': 8 GB
* '''Video''': HDMI 2.0
* '''USB''': USB 3.0
* '''OS''': Windows 10 Fall Creators Update


== Technical Specifications ==


{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display || 1440x1440 Sharp LCD x2
|-
| Combined || 2880x1440
|-
| PPI || 706
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
|-
| FOV || 110°
|-
| Tracking || Inside-out (2 cameras)
|-
| Sensors || Gyro, Accel, Mag
|-
| Interface || HDMI 2.0 + USB 3.0
|-
| Price || $349-$449
|}


== Reception ==
== History ==
 
* Sept 17 -Dell Visor Revealed at IFA 2017
'''Praise:'''
* Oct 17 - Dell Visor Released
* $349-$449 affordable
* 1440x1440 higher than Rift/Vive
* Flip-up visor convenient
* No external sensors needed
* Rigid headband comfortable
* Weight distribution good
* Easy setup
* Fits over glasses
* Anti-stain coating
* Sharp LCD panels
 
'''Criticism:'''
* LCD vs OLED blacks
* 2-camera tracking limited
* Controller tracking zones
* No integrated audio
* WMR platform limitations
* Front-only tracking
* Controller availability
* 90Hz only
* Limited content at launch<ref name="makeuseof">{{cite web |url=https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/dell-visor-review/ |title=Dell Visor Review |publisher=MakeUseOf |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
== See Also ==
* [[Lenovo Explorer]]
* [[HP Reverb]]
* [[Acer Windows Mixed Reality]]
* [[Samsung Odyssey+]]


== References ==
== References ==
{{reflist}}
* https://www.engadget.com/2017/09/14/dell-windows-mixed-reality-visor-pre-order/
 
* https://www.pcworld.com/article/3222871/virtual-reality/dells-visor-is-a-gorgeous-vr-headset-but-windows-mixed-reality-still-needs-polish.html
[[Category:Devices]]
* https://www.stuff.tv/dell/visor/review
[[Category:Virtual Reality Devices]]
* https://www.theverge.com/2017/8/28/16202464/dell-visor-windows-mixed-reality-headset-pricing-release-announced
[[Category:Head-Mounted Displays]]
* http://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/dell-visor
[[Category:PC VR]]
* http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/the-dell-visor/apd/536-bbbr/gaming
[[Category:Windows Mixed Reality]]
* https://www.windowscentral.com/first-batch-windows-mixed-reality-apps-and-games-hits-store
[[Category:Dell]]
[[Category:2017 in technology]]
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