Cinera Edge

Cinera Edge
Basic Info
VR/AR	Virtual Reality
Type	Head-mounted display
Subtype	Personal Theater, Standalone VR
Platform	Android (built-in) + HDMI input
Creator	Cinera
Developer	Cinera
Manufacturer	Cinera
Announcement Date	2020 (Kickstarter)
Release Date	2021
Price	$599 (Early Bird), $999 (MSRP)
Website	https://www.cinera.net/
Versions	Cinera Edge, Cinera Edge Pro
Requires	None (standalone) or HDMI source
Predecessor	None
Successor	None announced
System
Operating System	Android
Chipset	Hexa-core Cortex processor
CPU	Hexa-core ARM Cortex
GPU	Integrated
Storage
Storage	MicroSD (up to 512GB), USB drive support
Memory	Not specified
SD Card Slot	Yes (up to 512GB)
Display
Display	Dual 0.83-inch micro-OLED (2560 × 1440 per eye)
Subpixel Layout	RGB
Peak Brightness	Not specified
Resolution	2560 × 1440 per eye (2.5K, 5K combined)
Pixel Density	3515 PPI
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Persistence	Ultra-low (0.000001s OLED response)
Image
Field of View	66° (equivalent to IMAX 70°)
Horizontal FoV	~66°
Vertical FoV	~37°
Average Pixel Density	38 PPD
Peak Pixel Density	38 PPD
Foveated Rendering	No
Optics
Optics	Custom cinema optics
Ocularity	Binocular
IPD Range	Adjustable
Adjustable Diopter	No (glasses compatible)
Passthrough	No
Tracking
Tracking	3DoF (gyroscope, accelerometer, magnetic)
Tracking Frequency	N/A
Base Stations	None
Eye Tracking	No
Face Tracking	No
Hand Tracking	No
Body Tracking	No
Rotational Tracking	Yes
Positional Tracking	No
Update Rate	60Hz
Tracking Volume	N/A
Play Space	Seated cinema
Latency	Low latency
Audio
Audio	Dolby Digital 5.1 certified headphone (4 speakers)
Microphone	Yes (dual with noise cancellation)
3.5mm Audio Jack	Yes
Camera	No
Connectivity
Connectivity	HDMI 2.0b (HDCP), Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Ports	HDMI 2.0b, MicroSD, USB, 3.5mm
Wired Video	Yes (HDMI 2.0b)
Wireless Video	No (but Wi-Fi streaming apps)
WiFi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0
Power	Internal polymer Li-ion battery
Battery Capacity	6000mAh
Battery Life	~3 hours
Charge Time	Not specified
Device
Dimensions	Head-mounted visor
Weight	Not specified
Material	Premium plastic
Headstrap	Integrated strap
Haptics	No
Color	Black
Sensors	Proximity, gyroscope, magnetic, accelerometer
Input	Side touchpad, brightness/volume controls
Compliance	FCC, CE

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The Cinera Edge is a standalone personal cinema head-mounted display developed by Cinera, successfully funded through Kickstarter in 2020 (raising over $1.3 million) and released in 2021 with Early Bird pricing at $599 (MSRP $999). The Cinera Edge combines cinema-quality viewing with the convenience of a standalone Android device, featuring dual next-generation 2560 × 1440 (2.5K) per eye micro-OLED displays providing a combined 5K resolution with exceptional 3515 PPI pixel density—seven times more dense than the iPhone 11 Pro's display. The micro-OLED technology delivers an ultra-high 500,000:1 contrast ratio using the DCI-P3 color space (superior to sRGB) with virtually zero motion blur thanks to OLED's 0.000001-second response time. The 66° field of view creates a virtual 1,200-inch screen at 20 meters, wider than typical cinema screens (54°) and approaching IMAX's signature 70° screens. With 38 PPD (pixels per degree), Cinera claims to be the only HMD achieving both wide FOV and movie theater-quality PPD standards. The headset features certified Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound through four speaker units, built-in Android OS for streaming from Netflix/HBO, HDMI 2.0b with HDCP support, and a 6000mAh battery providing approximately 3 hours of viewing.

History and Development

Cinera Background

Company focus:

Personal cinema innovation
Micro-OLED technology
Entertainment-first design
Premium experience

Kickstarter Campaign

Crowdfunding success:

2020 launch
Over $1.3 million raised
Strong community support
Moved to Indiegogo continuation

2021 Release

Commercial launch:

Early Bird: $599
MSRP: $999
Premium positioning
Cinema enthusiast target

Market Position

Product category:

Personal movie theater
Standalone Android device
Premium home cinema
Entertainment specialist

Design Philosophy

Cinema-Grade Experience

Movie theater equivalent:

1,200-inch equivalent screen
IMAX-approaching FOV (66° vs 70°)
38 PPD movie theater standard
DCI-P3 color space

Standalone Capability

All-in-one device:

Built-in Android OS
Streaming apps (Netflix, HBO)
No phone/PC required
Complete entertainment system

Premium Audio

Dolby certified:

5.1 surround sound
Four speaker units
Cinema audio experience
Certified quality

Micro-OLED Excellence

Display priority:

5K combined resolution
3515 PPI density
500,000:1 contrast
Zero motion blur

Display Technology

Dual 2.5K Micro-OLED

Visual specifications:

Resolution: 2560 × 1440 per eye
Combined: 5K total
Panel Size: 0.83 inches (2cm) each
PPI: 3515 pixels per inch

Pixel Density Comparison

Industry context:

7× denser than iPhone 11 Pro
38 PPD (movie theater standard)
Only HMD with wide FOV + theater PPD
Premium clarity

Contrast Ratio

OLED excellence:

Contrast: 500,000:1
True black levels
HDR capable
Cinema-grade

Color Space

Professional color:

Color Space: DCI-P3
More accurate than sRGB
Sharper colors
Cinema standard

Response Time

OLED speed:

Response: 0.000001 seconds
Zero motion blur
Fast-moving content
Smooth playback

Field of View

Cinema-Width FOV

Screen coverage:

FOV: 66°
Equivalent: 1,200-inch screen at 20m
Wider than typical cinema (54°)
Near-IMAX (70°)

Pixels Per Degree

Resolution density:

PPD: 38 pixels per degree
Movie theater standard met
Wide FOV + high PPD achieved
Unique combination

Audio System

Dolby Digital 5.1

Surround sound:

Certified Dolby Digital headphone
5.1 channel configuration
True surround experience
Cinema audio

Four Speakers

Speaker array:

4 speaker units
Both sides of headset
Immersive positioning
Quality audio

Microphones

Voice input:

Dual microphones
Noise cancellation
Voice commands
Communication

Processing

Android Standalone

Built-in computing:

CPU: Hexa-core ARM Cortex
Built-in Android OS
Standalone operation
App compatibility

Streaming Support

Content access:

Netflix app
HBO app
Wi-Fi streaming
Instant access

Storage

Content storage:

MicroSD support (up to 512GB)
USB drive support
Local content
Offline viewing

Connectivity

HDMI 2.0b

External video:

HDCP supported
Console compatible
PC/laptop input
High bandwidth

Wireless

Network connectivity:

Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2.4GHz/5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
Streaming capability
Wireless accessories

Physical Ports

Connection options:

HDMI 2.0b
MicroSD slot
USB port
3.5mm audio jack

Controls

Touchpad

Input method:

Right-side touchpad
Swipe navigation
Menu control
Intuitive gestures

Adjustment Controls

Quick access:

Brightness adjustment
Volume control
Easy access
On-device controls

Sensors

Motion Sensors

Orientation tracking:

Proximity sensor
Gyroscope
Magnetic sensor
Accelerometer

3DoF Tracking

VR capability:

Head rotation tracking
VR application support
360° content
Immersive viewing

Battery

Large Capacity

Power specifications:

Capacity: 6000mAh
Life: ~3 hours
Polymer Li-ion
Extended viewing

Use Cases

Home Cinema

Primary use:

Personal movie theater
Private screenings
Premium viewing
Living room cinema

Streaming

Content consumption:

Netflix binges
HBO streaming
Built-in apps
Instant access

Gaming

Console display:

PlayStation/Xbox input
HDMI connection
Big-screen gaming
Immersive display

Travel

Portable entertainment:

Airplane viewing
Hotel entertainment
Personal cinema anywhere
Standalone capability

Comparison with Cinema Headsets

Feature	Cinera Edge	LUCI Immers	Sony HMZ-T3
Price	$599-999	~$600	~$999
Resolution	2.5K/eye	1080p/eye	720p/eye
PPI	3515	3147	N/A
FOV	66°	70°	45°
PPD	38	~55	N/A
Audio	Dolby 5.1	External only	Integrated
Standalone	Yes (Android)	No	No
Contrast	500,000:1	High	High

Strengths and Limitations

Strengths

5K combined (2.5K per eye) micro-OLED
3515 PPI ultra-high density
500,000:1 contrast ratio
DCI-P3 cinema color space
38 PPD (movie theater standard)
Dolby Digital 5.1 certified audio
Standalone Android OS
66° FOV (near-IMAX)

Limitations

60Hz refresh rate (not for VR gaming)
~3 hour battery life
Higher price (MSRP $999)
3DoF only (no positional tracking)
Weight not specified
Limited VR gaming utility
Kickstarter delivery challenges

Technical Specifications Summary

Specification	Details
Display	Dual 0.83" micro-OLED
Resolution	2560 × 1440 per eye (5K total)
PPI	3515 pixels per inch
PPD	38 pixels per degree
Contrast	500,000:1
Color	DCI-P3
FOV	66° (1,200" equivalent)
Audio	Dolby Digital 5.1 (4 speakers)
OS	Android (standalone)
Battery	6000mAh, ~3 hours
Price	$599-999

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