Manus Prime 3 Haptic XR
| Manus Prime 3 Haptic XR | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Virtual Reality |
| Type | Haptic Gloves |
| Subtype | Motion Capture Gloves, VR Gloves |
| Platform | Windows, Unity, Unreal, OpenXR |
| Creator | Manus |
| Developer | Manus |
| Manufacturer | Manus |
| Announcement Date | 2023 |
| Release Date | 2023 |
| Price | ~$5,000 |
| Website | https://www.manus-meta.com/ |
| Versions | Manus Prime 3 Haptic XR |
| Requires | Windows PC, VR headset, Vive trackers optional |
| Predecessor | Manus Prime II Haptic |
| Successor | MetaGloves Pro (suggested replacement) |
| System | |
| Operating System | Windows 10/11 |
| Chipset | N/A (wireless gloves) |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| Storage | |
| Storage | N/A |
| Memory | N/A |
| SD Card Slot | No |
| Display | |
| Display | N/A (input device) |
| Subpixel Layout | N/A |
| Peak Brightness | N/A |
| Resolution | N/A |
| Pixel Density | N/A |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz sensor sampling |
| Persistence | N/A |
| Image | |
| Field of View | N/A |
| Horizontal FoV | N/A |
| Vertical FoV | N/A |
| Average Pixel Density | N/A |
| Peak Pixel Density | N/A |
| Foveated Rendering | N/A |
| Optics | |
| Optics | N/A |
| Ocularity | N/A |
| IPD Range | N/A |
| Adjustable Diopter | N/A |
| Passthrough | N/A |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | EMF tracking, 25 DOF |
| Tracking Frequency | 90Hz |
| Base Stations | Optional (Vive trackers) |
| Eye Tracking | N/A |
| Face Tracking | N/A |
| Hand Tracking | Yes (primary function) |
| Body Tracking | No |
| Rotational Tracking | Yes |
| Positional Tracking | Yes (with trackers) |
| Update Rate | 90Hz |
| Tracking Volume | VR play space |
| Play Space | Room-scale |
| Latency | ≤7.5ms |
| Audio | |
| Audio | N/A |
| Microphone | N/A |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | N/A |
| Camera | N/A |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wireless (proprietary), USB-C power option |
| Ports | USB Type-C |
| Wired Video | N/A |
| Wireless Video | N/A |
| WiFi | No (proprietary wireless) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Power | Swappable batteries |
| Battery Capacity | Swappable |
| Battery Life | Up to 12 hours |
| Charge Time | 1 hour (6 batteries on charging station) |
| Device | |
| Dimensions | Glove form factor |
| Weight | Lightweight |
| Material | Textile glove with sensors |
| Headstrap | N/A |
| Haptics | Yes (vibrotactile per-finger) |
| Color | Black |
| Sensors | IMU, flex sensors, EMF tracking |
| Input | Hand/finger tracking, haptic feedback |
| Compliance | Professional-grade |
The Manus Prime 3 Haptic XR are professional virtual reality and motion capture gloves developed by Manus, released in 2023 as an upgrade to the Prime II series. Featuring per-finger vibrotactile haptic feedback and high-fidelity finger tracking powered by Manus's QuantumAI technology, the Prime 3 Haptic XR gloves deliver 25 degrees of freedom (DOF) tracking with millimeter-level accuracy at 90Hz sensor sampling and ≤7.5ms latency. The wireless gloves feature swappable batteries providing up to 12 hours of continuous use, with a charging station that can fully charge 6 batteries in just 1 hour. Designed for both VR applications and professional motion capture, the gloves integrate seamlessly with OpenXR, Unity, Unreal Engine, VRED, and IC.IDO, with additional support for C++, Python, and Linux. The kit includes two wireless gloves with Vive tracker adapters for positional tracking, enabling compatibility with major VR headsets including Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro, HTC Vive Focus 3, and Pico 4. Priced at approximately $5,000, the Prime 3 Haptic XR targets enterprise training simulations, virtual design validation, professional motion capture studios, and XR interaction applications. Note: As of late 2024, some retailers indicate this product has been discontinued with the MetaGloves Pro suggested as a replacement.
History and Development
Manus Origins
Company background:
- Founded 2014, Netherlands
- Motion capture focus
- Professional finger tracking
- VR glove pioneer
Product Evolution
Previous generations:
- Manus Prime One
- Manus Prime II
- Manus Prime II Haptic
- Continuous improvement
Prime 3 Release
Current generation:
- 2023 launch
- QuantumAI integration
- Enhanced haptics
- Improved tracking
Product Status
Current availability:
- Some retailers show discontinued
- MetaGloves Pro replacement
- Enterprise availability varies
- Contact manufacturer
Design Philosophy
Dual-Purpose Design
Multi-application:
- VR interaction
- Motion capture
- Professional quality
- Cross-industry use
High-Fidelity Tracking
Precision priority:
- Millimeter accuracy
- 25 DOF capture
- QuantumAI processing
- Real-time performance
Haptic Feedback
Touch sensation:
- Per-finger vibrotactile
- Tactile interaction
- VR enhancement
- User feedback
Extended Battery Life
Professional endurance:
- 12-hour operation
- Swappable batteries
- Fast charging
- Production-ready
Tracking Technology
QuantumAI
Proprietary technology:
- Advanced AI processing
- Precision enhancement
- Real-time tracking
- Unparalleled accuracy
EMF Tracking
Position system:
- Electromagnetic field tracking
- 25 DOF (degrees of freedom)
- Millimeter-level accuracy
- Hand motion capture
Sensor Specifications
Technical details:
- Sample Rate: 90Hz (upgraded from 60Hz)
- Latency: ≤7.5ms
- Real-time performance
- Smooth motion capture
Finger Tracking
Articulation:
- Individual finger tracking
- Thumb opposition
- Natural gestures
- Full hand articulation
Haptic Feedback
Per-Finger Haptics
Tactile system:
- Individual finger feedback
- Vibrotactile actuators
- Touch sensation
- VR interaction enhancement
Feedback Types
Sensation modes:
- Vibration patterns
- Event triggers
- Surface feedback
- Interaction confirmation
Battery System
Swappable Batteries
Power design:
- Removable batteries
- Hot-swappable
- No downtime
- Continuous operation
Battery Life
Power duration:
- Runtime: Up to 12 hours
- Continuous use
- Full production day
- Professional endurance
Charging Station
Power management:
- 6 batteries simultaneously
- 1-hour full charge
- Quick turnaround
- Multi-battery management
USB-C Power
Alternative power:
- USB Type-C port
- External power option
- Tethered mode
- Unlimited operation
Wireless Operation
Proprietary Wireless
Connection system:
- Wireless to PC
- Low-latency transmission
- Freedom of movement
- No cable restriction
Dongle Connection
Hardware:
- USB wireless receiver
- PC connection
- Stable link
- Multi-glove support
Vive Tracker Integration
Tracker Adapters
Included accessories:
- 2× Vive tracker adapters
- Positional tracking
- SteamVR integration
- Full 6DOF
Tracking Combination
Complete system:
- Finger tracking (gloves)
- Position tracking (Vive trackers)
- Full hand capture
- VR space presence
Software Platform
Manus Core
Primary software:
- Configuration
- Calibration
- Device management
- Performance tuning
Engine Integration
Development platforms:
- Unity: Native plugin
- Unreal Engine: Native plugin
- VRED: Automotive design
- IC.IDO: Industrial design
OpenXR Support
Standard compatibility:
- OpenXR integration
- Cross-platform
- Future-proof
- Wide headset support
Programming Support
Developer access:
- C++: API available
- Python: Bindings
- Linux: Support
- Open Source XR
VR Headset Compatibility
Supported Headsets
Compatible systems:
- Meta Quest 3
- Meta Quest Pro
- HTC Vive Focus 3
- Pico 4
- Most popular VR headsets
PC VR
Desktop systems:
- Valve Index
- HTC Vive Pro 2
- Other SteamVR headsets
- PC VR compatible
Enterprise Applications
Training Simulations
Skill development:
- Hands-on training
- Non-verbal communication
- Multisensory feedback
- Skill improvement
Design Validation
Product development:
- Virtual prototyping
- Ergonomic evaluation
- No physical prototypes
- Cost savings
Motion Capture
Professional mocap:
- Film production
- Game development
- Animation
- Character creation
Industrial Design
Manufacturing:
- VRED integration
- IC.IDO workflows
- Automotive design
- Product visualization
Kit Contents
Included Items
Package contents:
- 2× Wireless gloves
- 2× Vive tracker adapters
- Swappable batteries
- Charging station
- USB receiver
- Documentation
Comparison with Professional VR Gloves
| Feature | Manus Prime 3 Haptic | HaptX Gloves G1 | SenseGlove DK1 | Ultraleap Stratos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Vibrotactile haptic | Microfluidic + Force FB | Force FB exoskeleton | Mid-air haptics |
| DOF | 25 DOF | Submillimeter | Finger tracking | N/A (projection) |
| Sample Rate | 90Hz | High-speed | N/A | N/A |
| Latency | ≤7.5ms | Low | Low | Low |
| Battery Life | 12 hours | 3 hours (Airpack) | N/A | N/A |
| Wireless | Yes | No (Airpack tethered) | No | Yes |
| Mocap Use | Yes | Limited | Limited | No |
| Price | ~$5,000 | $5,495 + sub | ~$5,000 | Enterprise |
| Status | Discontinued? | Active | Active | Active |
Strengths and Limitations
Strengths
- 25 DOF finger tracking
- 90Hz sensor sample rate
- ≤7.5ms low latency
- Per-finger haptic feedback
- 12-hour battery life
- Swappable batteries + 1-hour charging
- Wireless operation
- QuantumAI precision
- Vive tracker adapters included
- Unity/Unreal/OpenXR/VRED/IC.IDO support
Limitations
- ~$5,000 enterprise price point
- Product potentially discontinued
- Requires Vive trackers for full 6DOF
- Vibrotactile only (no force feedback)
- Windows-dependent
- Enterprise-focused
- Learning curve for setup
- Vive tracker additional cost
- Limited consumer availability
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Haptic VR/mocap gloves |
| Tracking | EMF, 25 DOF |
| Sample Rate | 90Hz |
| Latency | ≤7.5ms |
| Haptics | Per-finger vibrotactile |
| Battery Life | Up to 12 hours |
| Charging | 6 batteries in 1 hour |
| Wireless | Yes (proprietary) |
| Compatibility | Meta Quest 3, Quest Pro, Vive Focus 3, Pico 4 |
| Software | Unity, Unreal, OpenXR, VRED, IC.IDO |
| Price | ~$5,000 |