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{{Device Infobox
{{Device Infobox
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|image =
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|VR/AR = [[Virtual Reality]], [[Mixed Reality]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
|Subtype = [[Standalone VR]], [[PC VR]]
|Subtype = PC VR / Standalone
|Platform = [[Immersed]], [[SteamVR]]
|Platform = [[PC]], [[Android]]
|Developer = [[Immersed]]
|Creator = [[Immersed]]
|Manufacturer = [[Immersed]]
|Announced = 2023
|Announcement Date = September 2024
|Release = 2025 (expected)
|Release Date = TBA (Mass production after Summer 2025)
|Price = $950
|Price = $500 - $950 USD (Visor Plus: $400 additional)
|Website = https://www.immersed.com
|Website = https://visor.com/
|OS = Custom OS / PC tethered
|OS = Immersed OS
|CPU = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2]]
|Chipset = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2]]
|GPU = Adreno (XR2+ Gen 2)
|Display = 2× 4K Micro-OLED
|Storage =
|Resolution = ~4K per eye (27 million pixels total)
|RAM =
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Display = 2 x 4K Micro-OLED
|Field of View = 100°
|Resolution = 8192 x 4096 (4096 x 4096 per eye)
|PPD = High (exact TBD)
|Refresh = 90 Hz
|IPD Range = TBD
|Brightness =
|Ocularity = Binocular
|FOV = 100°
|Tracking = Inside-out 6DoF
|PPD =
|Lenses = Pancake
|IPD =
|Eye Tracking = Yes
|Eye Tracking = Yes
|Hand Tracking = Yes
|Hand Tracking = Yes
|Passthrough = Color passthrough
|Tracking = 6DoF
|Audio = Built-in speakers
|Spatial Mapping = Yes (color passthrough)
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (in external battery pack)
|Speakers = Integrated
|Battery = External tethered battery
|Microphone = Yes
|Weight = 186g (headset only)
|Audio Jack = Yes
|Color = Black/Silver
|Connectivity = Wi-Fi (wireless PC VR), USB-C
|Ports = USB-C
|Battery = External tethered (3 hours)
|Weight = <200g
|Materials =
|Colors = Black
|Sensors = Passthrough cameras, eye tracking cameras
|Input = Hand tracking, gaze-and-pinch
}}
}}


The '''Immersed Visor''' is an upcoming [[virtual reality]] and [[mixed reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Immersed]], announced in September 2024. It is designed specifically for productivity and professional work, featuring ultra-high resolution 4K micro-OLED displays in an extremely lightweight 186-gram form factor. The Visor is positioned as a more affordable alternative to the [[Apple Vision Pro]] for spatial computing and productivity use cases.
The '''Immersed Visor''' is an ultra-lightweight [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[Immersed]], the company behind the popular Immersed VR productivity application. Announced in 2023 with expected mass production in 2025, the Visor features dual 4K Micro-OLED displays (more pixels than Apple Vision Pro), eye tracking, hand tracking, color passthrough, and weighs under 200 grams—less than half the weight of Quest 3 or Vision Pro. Powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 processor, the Visor is designed primarily for seated productivity work with wireless PC VR streaming and standalone capabilities. Pricing starts at $950.<ref name="immersed">{{cite web|url=https://www.roadtovr.com/immersed-visor-pre-orders-500/|title=Immersed Opens Pre-orders for Slim & Light 'Visor' VR Headset|publisher=Road to VR}}</ref>


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


Immersed, the company behind the popular [[Immersed VR]] productivity and co-working platform, announced it was developing its own VR headset in 2024. The company had previously built its reputation on software that enables users to create virtual workspaces with multiple monitors in VR.<ref name="roadtovr1">{{cite web |url=https://www.roadtovr.com/immersed-visor-pc-vr-work-releas-date/ |title=Team Behind XR Productivity App 'Immersed' Announce Visor, a VR Headset for Work |publisher=Road to VR |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== Immersed Background ===
Immersed developed the popular VR productivity app before announcing their own hardware.


The Visor was fully revealed in September 2024, with Immersed demonstrating prototype units at an event. However, the shipping timeline has experienced multiple delays. As of early 2025, Immersed has stated that mass production will begin "after summer" 2025, with pre-order shipments expected by early 2026.<ref name="uploadvr">{{cite web |url=https://www.uploadvr.com/immersed-visor-mass-production-now-after-summer-2025/ |title=Immersed Now Says Visor Mass Production Will Begin "After Summer" |publisher=UploadVR |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== 2023 Announcement ===
The Visor was announced in 2023 with initial shipping expected in 2024.


== Design and Hardware ==
=== Delayed Timeline ===
Shipping has been delayed multiple times, with mass production now expected "after summer" 2025.


=== Display and Optics ===
=== Founder's Edition ===
Initial Founder's Edition units were shipped to early backers in limited quantities.


The Immersed Visor features dual 4K micro-OLED displays, delivering approximately 27 million pixels total across both eyes. This resolution is comparable to and even exceeds the [[Apple Vision Pro]]'s 23 million pixels, promising exceptional clarity for reading text and viewing detailed content—critical features for productivity use cases.<ref name="androidheadlines">{{cite web |url=https://www.androidheadlines.com/2024/09/immersed-visor-full-reveal-confirms-vr-headset-with-4k-per-eye-resolution.html |title=Immersed Visor full reveal confirms VR headset with 4K per-eye resolution |publisher=Android Headlines |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
== Design and Hardware ==


The headset offers a 100-degree field of view and includes color passthrough cameras for mixed reality functionality.
=== Display System ===
* '''Display Type:''' 4K Micro-OLED per eye
* '''Total Resolution:''' 8192 x 4096 (estimated)
* '''Pixel Count:''' 4 million more pixels than Apple Vision Pro
* '''Field of View:''' 100 degrees


=== Processing ===
=== Ultra-Lightweight Design ===
* '''Weight:''' Under 200 grams
* '''Comparison:''' Quest 3 (515g), Vision Pro (650g)
* Designed for extended seated use


The Visor is powered by the [[Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2]] chipset, providing the computational power needed for high-resolution display rendering and spatial computing features.
=== External Battery ===
* Tethered battery pack design
* Similar approach to Apple Vision Pro
* '''Runtime:''' 3 hours standalone
* Contains Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas


=== Ergonomics and Weight ===
=== Optics ===
Pancake lenses for slim form factor.


At just 186 grams, the Immersed Visor is one of the lightest VR headsets in its class, designed for extended comfortable use during work sessions. The lightweight design was a primary engineering focus, as the device is intended for productivity users who may wear it for hours at a time.
== Processor ==


=== Battery and Connectivity ===
=== Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 ===
* Higher-performance variant of XR2 Gen 2
* Standalone VR capability
* Wireless PC VR streaming


Like the Apple Vision Pro, the Visor uses an external tethered battery pack rather than an integrated battery. This design choice helps keep the headset weight down. The battery pack also contains the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas for wireless connectivity.
== Tracking and Input ==


== Features ==
=== 6DoF Tracking ===
* Full six degrees of freedom
* Head position and rotation tracking


=== Productivity Focus ===
=== Eye Tracking ===
* Integrated eye tracking cameras
* Foveated rendering support
* Gaze-based interaction


The Immersed Visor is designed specifically for work and productivity, differentiating it from gaming-focused VR headsets. Key productivity features include:
=== Hand Tracking ===
* Controller-free input
* Gaze-and-pinch interaction (Vision Pro style)
* Natural hand gestures


* '''Virtual Monitors:''' Users can create up to five virtual 4K screens in their workspace
== Mixed Reality ==
* '''OS Agnostic:''' Seamlessly connects with Mac, Windows, and Linux devices
* '''Productivity Apps:''' Integration with apps like Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Google Docs
* '''Eye and Hand Tracking:''' [[Apple Vision Pro]]-style gaze-and-pinch input system for natural interaction


=== Input Methods ===
=== Color Passthrough ===
* Video see-through capability
* Mixed reality applications
* Environment awareness


The Visor features:
== Operating Modes ==
* Eye tracking for gaze-based selection
* Hand tracking for pinch gestures
* 6DoF positional tracking


== Pricing and Availability ==
=== PC VR Mode ===
* Wireless streaming to PC
* Wired USB connection option
* Primary use case: productivity


The Immersed Visor is priced starting at $500 USD, with a "Visor Plus" upgrade available for an additional $400, bringing the total to $950. This positions it significantly below the $3,500 [[Apple Vision Pro]] while offering comparable resolution and productivity features.<ref name="roadtovr2">{{cite web |url=https://www.roadtovr.com/immersed-visor-pre-orders-500/ |title=Immersed Opens Pre-orders for Slim & Light 'Visor' VR Headset, Starting at $500 |publisher=Road to VR |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
=== Standalone Mode ===
* Independent operation
* Android-based applications
* XR2+ Gen 2 local processing


Pre-orders are currently open on the official website, with shipping anticipated for early 2026.
== Target Use Case ==


== Reception and Concerns ==
=== Productivity Focus ===
* Virtual monitors and workspaces
* Immersed app integration
* Seated work experience
* Professional applications


Early previews of the Immersed Visor have generated interest due to its specifications and price point, but several concerns have been raised:
== Specifications ==
 
* '''Production Delays:''' The shipping timeline has slipped multiple times, moving from original estimates to "after summer 2025" for mass production
* '''Early Prototype Issues:''' Reports of barrel distortion and flickering at 60Hz in prototype units
* '''Overheating:''' Thermal management challenges reported in early demonstrations
* '''Limited App Support:''' As a productivity-focused device, gaming and entertainment content may be limited<ref name="mixednews">{{cite web |url=https://mixed-news.com/en/vr-headset-immersed-visor-reality-check/ |title=Immersed Visor: Is the VR headset real or not? |publisher=Mixed News |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 
Industry publications have recommended waiting for reviews of mass-produced units before pre-ordering.
 
== Comparison with Apple Vision Pro ==
 
The Immersed Visor is often compared to the [[Apple Vision Pro]] due to similar specifications and use cases:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Feature !! Immersed Visor !! Apple Vision Pro
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Display || 2 x 4K Micro-OLED
|-
| Processor || Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
|-
| Field of View || 100°
|-
| Eye Tracking || Yes
|-
| Hand Tracking || Yes
|-
|-
| Resolution || ~27M pixels || ~23M pixels
| Passthrough || Color
|-
|-
| Weight || 186g || ~600-650g
| Weight || <200g
|-
|-
| Price || $500-950 || $3,499
| Battery || External (3 hours)
|-
|-
| OS Support || Mac, Windows, Linux || macOS/visionOS only
| PC VR || Wired and wireless
|-
|-
| Battery || External tethered || External tethered
| Price || $950
|-
|-
| Primary Use || Productivity || Spatial computing
| Status || Pre-order (2025 expected)
|}<ref name="visorcompare">{{cite web |url=https://www.visor.com/avp |title=Apple Vision Pro vs Immersed Visor |publisher=Immersed |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Immersed]]
* [[Apple Vision Pro]]
* [[Apple Vision Pro]]
* [[Immersed VR]]
* [[Meta Quest 3]]
* [[Bigscreen Beyond]]
* [[Productivity VR]]
* [[Meta Quest Pro]]
* [[Lightweight VR]]


== References ==
== References ==
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{{Reflist}}


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[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Mixed Reality Devices]]
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[[Category:Standalone VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:PC VR]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:Productivity VR]]
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[[Category:Upcoming devices]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]

Revision as of 22:11, 7 January 2026

Immersed Visor
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype PC VR / Standalone
Platform PC, Android
Creator Immersed
Price $950
Website https://www.immersed.com
System
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
GPU Adreno (XR2+ Gen 2)
Storage
Display
Display 2 x 4K Micro-OLED
Resolution 8192 x 4096 (4096 x 4096 per eye)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF
Eye Tracking Yes
Hand Tracking Yes
Audio
Microphone Yes
Connectivity
Connectivity Wi-Fi (wireless PC VR), USB-C
Ports USB-C
Device
Weight <200g
Sensors Passthrough cameras, eye tracking cameras
Input Hand tracking, gaze-and-pinch

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The Immersed Visor is an ultra-lightweight virtual reality head-mounted display developed by Immersed, the company behind the popular Immersed VR productivity application. Announced in 2023 with expected mass production in 2025, the Visor features dual 4K Micro-OLED displays (more pixels than Apple Vision Pro), eye tracking, hand tracking, color passthrough, and weighs under 200 grams—less than half the weight of Quest 3 or Vision Pro. Powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 processor, the Visor is designed primarily for seated productivity work with wireless PC VR streaming and standalone capabilities. Pricing starts at $950.[1]

History and Development

Immersed Background

Immersed developed the popular VR productivity app before announcing their own hardware.

2023 Announcement

The Visor was announced in 2023 with initial shipping expected in 2024.

Delayed Timeline

Shipping has been delayed multiple times, with mass production now expected "after summer" 2025.

Founder's Edition

Initial Founder's Edition units were shipped to early backers in limited quantities.

Design and Hardware

Display System

  • Display Type: 4K Micro-OLED per eye
  • Total Resolution: 8192 x 4096 (estimated)
  • Pixel Count: 4 million more pixels than Apple Vision Pro
  • Field of View: 100 degrees

Ultra-Lightweight Design

  • Weight: Under 200 grams
  • Comparison: Quest 3 (515g), Vision Pro (650g)
  • Designed for extended seated use

External Battery

  • Tethered battery pack design
  • Similar approach to Apple Vision Pro
  • Runtime: 3 hours standalone
  • Contains Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas

Optics

Pancake lenses for slim form factor.

Processor

Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2

  • Higher-performance variant of XR2 Gen 2
  • Standalone VR capability
  • Wireless PC VR streaming

Tracking and Input

6DoF Tracking

  • Full six degrees of freedom
  • Head position and rotation tracking

Eye Tracking

  • Integrated eye tracking cameras
  • Foveated rendering support
  • Gaze-based interaction

Hand Tracking

  • Controller-free input
  • Gaze-and-pinch interaction (Vision Pro style)
  • Natural hand gestures

Mixed Reality

Color Passthrough

  • Video see-through capability
  • Mixed reality applications
  • Environment awareness

Operating Modes

PC VR Mode

  • Wireless streaming to PC
  • Wired USB connection option
  • Primary use case: productivity

Standalone Mode

  • Independent operation
  • Android-based applications
  • XR2+ Gen 2 local processing

Target Use Case

Productivity Focus

  • Virtual monitors and workspaces
  • Immersed app integration
  • Seated work experience
  • Professional applications

Specifications

Specification Details
Display 2 x 4K Micro-OLED
Processor Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
Field of View 100°
Eye Tracking Yes
Hand Tracking Yes
Passthrough Color
Weight <200g
Battery External (3 hours)
PC VR Wired and wireless
Price $950
Status Pre-order (2025 expected)

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "Immersed Opens Pre-orders for Slim & Light 'Visor' VR Headset". Road to VR. https://www.roadtovr.com/immersed-visor-pre-orders-500/.
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