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 |