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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 = 2020
|Platform = [[Android]]
|Price = $499
|Creator = [[XRSpace]]
|Display =  
|Announced = 2020
|Resolution = 1440x1440 per-eye
|Release = 2020
|Refresh Rate = 90 Hz
|Price = €499 (Consumer) / €599 (Business)
|Field of View = 100° horizontal, 90° vertical
|Website = https://www.xrspace.io
|Horizontal FoV = 100°
|OS = Android
|Vertical FoV = 90°
|CPU = [[Qualcomm Snapdragon 845]]
|Diagonal FoV =  
|GPU = Adreno 630
|IPD Range =  
|Storage = 64 GB
|Ocularity =  
|RAM = 6 GB LPDDR4x
|Display = LCD
|Resolution = 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
|Refresh = 90 Hz
|Brightness =
|PPI = 702 DPI
|FOV = 100° diagonal
|PPD =
|Lenses =
|IPD =
|Eye Tracking =
|Hand Tracking = Yes (optical)
|Tracking = 6DoF (inside-out)
|Spatial Mapping =
|Speakers = Integrated
|Microphone =
|Audio Jack =
|Connectivity = 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi
|Ports =
|Battery = 4,600 mAh (4-5 hours)
|Weight = 470g
|Materials =
|Colors =
|Sensors = Dual front cameras
|Input = 3DoF controller, hand tracking
}}
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'''XRSpace Manova''' is a [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2020.
The '''XRSpace Manova''' is a standalone [[virtual reality]] [[head-mounted display]] developed by [[XRSpace]], a company founded by Peter Chou, co-founder of [[HTC]]. Released in 2020, the Manova was marketed as the world's first 5G mobile VR headset designed for the mass market, featuring integrated 5G/LTE connectivity alongside Wi-Fi. The device emphasized social VR experiences through XRSpace's MOVA platform.<ref name="engadget">{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/xrspace-mova-5g-vr-headset-hand-tracking-space-scanning-083936618.html|title=Former HTC CEO Peter Chou reveals his next project: a social 5G VR headset|publisher=Engadget}}</ref>


== Specifications ==
== History and Development ==
 
=== Peter Chou and HTC Legacy ===
XRSpace was founded by Peter Chou, who co-founded HTC—the company behind the pioneering [[HTC Vive]] VR headset. Chou's vision for XRSpace focused on social VR experiences accessible anywhere through mobile connectivity.
 
=== 5G Vision ===
The Manova was designed as the first consumer 5G VR headset, enabling untethered VR experiences anywhere with cellular network coverage.<ref name="unboundxr">{{cite web|url=https://unboundxr.com/blogs/xrspace-manova-the-first-5g-vr-headset|title=XRSpace Manova: The First 5G VR Headset|publisher=Unbound XR}}</ref>
 
=== European Launch ===
The Manova began European rollout before Christmas 2020.<ref name="immersivelearning">{{cite web|url=https://www.immersivelearning.news/2020/12/16/xrspace-manova-to-begin-european-rollout-before-christmas/|title=XRSpace Manova to Begin European Rollout Before Christmas|publisher=Immersive Learning News}}</ref>
 
== Design and Hardware ==
 
=== Processor ===
The Manova is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Mobile XR Platform:
* '''CPU:''' Octa-core Kryo 385
* '''GPU:''' Adreno 630
* '''RAM:''' 6 GB LPDDR4x (higher than most VR headsets)
* '''Storage:''' 64 GB


* '''Resolution:''' 1440x1440 per-eye
=== Display System ===
* '''Resolution:''' 2880 x 1440 total (1440 x 1440 per eye)
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
* '''Refresh Rate:''' 90 Hz
* '''Field of View:''' 100° horizontal, 90° vertical
* '''Pixel Density:''' 702 DPI
 
=== Field of View ===
The Manova offers a 100-degree field of view.
 
=== Weight ===
At 470 grams, the Manova is approximately 20% lighter than the original [[Oculus Quest]] despite having comparable or larger specifications.
 
=== Battery ===
* '''Capacity:''' 4,600 mAh
* '''Runtime:''' 4-5 hours
* '''Comparison:''' Larger than Oculus Quest's 3,648 mAh
 
== Connectivity ==
 
=== 5G/LTE ===
The Manova's defining feature is integrated cellular connectivity:
* 5G network support
* LTE fallback
* Enables VR anywhere with cellular coverage
 
=== Wi-Fi ===
Standard Wi-Fi connectivity for home use.
 
== Tracking and Input ==
 
=== Inside-Out Tracking ===
Dual front-facing cameras provide 6DoF inside-out tracking for head and hand movements.
 
=== Hand Tracking ===
Optical hand tracking allows controller-free interaction in VR experiences.


* '''Price:''' $499
=== Controller ===
A simple 3DoF controller is included for applications requiring traditional input.
 
== Social VR Platform ==
 
=== MOVA Platform ===
XRSpace developed the MOVA social VR platform, emphasizing:
* Social interaction in VR
* Virtual spaces and gatherings
* Metaverse-like experiences
 
=== Current Status ===
XRSpace's focus has shifted toward software platforms:
* PartyOn event app
* GoXR metaverse platform
* Available in Meta's App Lab<ref name="mixednews">{{cite web|url=https://mixed-news.com/en/manova-what-happened-to-the-standalone-vr-headset/|title=Manova: What happened to the standalone VR headset?|publisher=Mixed News}}</ref>
 
== Specifications ==
 
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Specification !! Details
|-
| Processor || Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
|-
| RAM || 6 GB LPDDR4x
|-
| Storage || 64 GB
|-
| Display || 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
|-
| Refresh Rate || 90 Hz
|-
| Pixel Density || 702 DPI
|-
| Field of View || 100°
|-
| Tracking || 6DoF inside-out
|-
| Hand Tracking || Yes (optical)
|-
| Connectivity || 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi
|-
| Battery || 4,600 mAh (4-5 hours)
|-
| Weight || 470g
|-
| Price || €499 Consumer / €599 Business
|}


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Virtual Reality]]
* [[XRSpace]]
* [[Head-mounted display]]
* [[Peter Chou]]
* [[VR Headset]]
* [[HTC Vive]]
* [[5G VR]]
* [[Social VR]]
* [[Standalone VR]]
 
== References ==
{{Reflist}}


[[Category:Devices]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:VR Headsets]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
[[Category:Standalone VR]]
[[Category:5G devices]]
[[Category:Social VR]]
[[Category:XRSpace]]
[[Category:2020s VR]]

Latest revision as of 22:16, 7 January 2026

XRSpace Manova
Basic Info
VR/AR Virtual Reality
Type Head-mounted display
Subtype Standalone VR
Platform Android
Creator XRSpace
Price €499 (Consumer) / €599 (Business)
Website https://www.xrspace.io
System
CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
GPU Adreno 630
Storage
Storage 64 GB
Display
Display LCD
Resolution 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
Image
Optics
Tracking
Tracking 6DoF (inside-out)
Hand Tracking Yes (optical)
Audio
Connectivity
Connectivity 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi
Device
Weight 470g
Sensors Dual front cameras
Input 3DoF controller, hand tracking


The XRSpace Manova is a standalone virtual reality head-mounted display developed by XRSpace, a company founded by Peter Chou, co-founder of HTC. Released in 2020, the Manova was marketed as the world's first 5G mobile VR headset designed for the mass market, featuring integrated 5G/LTE connectivity alongside Wi-Fi. The device emphasized social VR experiences through XRSpace's MOVA platform.[1]

History and Development

Peter Chou and HTC Legacy

XRSpace was founded by Peter Chou, who co-founded HTC—the company behind the pioneering HTC Vive VR headset. Chou's vision for XRSpace focused on social VR experiences accessible anywhere through mobile connectivity.

5G Vision

The Manova was designed as the first consumer 5G VR headset, enabling untethered VR experiences anywhere with cellular network coverage.[2]

European Launch

The Manova began European rollout before Christmas 2020.[3]

Design and Hardware

Processor

The Manova is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Mobile XR Platform:

  • CPU: Octa-core Kryo 385
  • GPU: Adreno 630
  • RAM: 6 GB LPDDR4x (higher than most VR headsets)
  • Storage: 64 GB

Display System

  • Resolution: 2880 x 1440 total (1440 x 1440 per eye)
  • Refresh Rate: 90 Hz
  • Pixel Density: 702 DPI

Field of View

The Manova offers a 100-degree field of view.

Weight

At 470 grams, the Manova is approximately 20% lighter than the original Oculus Quest despite having comparable or larger specifications.

Battery

  • Capacity: 4,600 mAh
  • Runtime: 4-5 hours
  • Comparison: Larger than Oculus Quest's 3,648 mAh

Connectivity

5G/LTE

The Manova's defining feature is integrated cellular connectivity:

  • 5G network support
  • LTE fallback
  • Enables VR anywhere with cellular coverage

Wi-Fi

Standard Wi-Fi connectivity for home use.

Tracking and Input

Inside-Out Tracking

Dual front-facing cameras provide 6DoF inside-out tracking for head and hand movements.

Hand Tracking

Optical hand tracking allows controller-free interaction in VR experiences.

Controller

A simple 3DoF controller is included for applications requiring traditional input.

Social VR Platform

MOVA Platform

XRSpace developed the MOVA social VR platform, emphasizing:

  • Social interaction in VR
  • Virtual spaces and gatherings
  • Metaverse-like experiences

Current Status

XRSpace's focus has shifted toward software platforms:

  • PartyOn event app
  • GoXR metaverse platform
  • Available in Meta's App Lab[4]

Specifications

Specification Details
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
RAM 6 GB LPDDR4x
Storage 64 GB
Display 2880 x 1440 (1440 x 1440 per eye)
Refresh Rate 90 Hz
Pixel Density 702 DPI
Field of View 100°
Tracking 6DoF inside-out
Hand Tracking Yes (optical)
Connectivity 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi
Battery 4,600 mAh (4-5 hours)
Weight 470g
Price €499 Consumer / €599 Business

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "Former HTC CEO Peter Chou reveals his next project: a social 5G VR headset". Engadget. https://www.engadget.com/xrspace-mova-5g-vr-headset-hand-tracking-space-scanning-083936618.html.
  2. ↑ "XRSpace Manova: The First 5G VR Headset". Unbound XR. https://unboundxr.com/blogs/xrspace-manova-the-first-5g-vr-headset.
  3. ↑ "XRSpace Manova to Begin European Rollout Before Christmas". Immersive Learning News. https://www.immersivelearning.news/2020/12/16/xrspace-manova-to-begin-european-rollout-before-christmas/.
  4. ↑ "Manova: What happened to the standalone VR headset?". Mixed News. https://mixed-news.com/en/manova-what-happened-to-the-standalone-vr-headset/.
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