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    Video Gaming Goggles

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by jisaac, Jun 28, 2008.

  1. jisaac

    jisaac Notebook Deity

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    Just Wanted to see what the general consensus on video goggles is.
    One particular model specced for gaming:
    iWear VR920
    Virtual reality becomes, er, a reality
    Online gamers will love the VR920s as they have been designed to bring pixellated worlds to life like never before. As well as containing a virtual 62" screen, these incredible plug and play specs allow you to enter virtual worlds and communicate with others as if you're in the thick of the action. An integrated 3 Degree of Freedom (DOF) head-movement tracker and built-in microphone deliver the ultimate interactive online experience. Geeky, maybe; a giant leap for gaming, most definitely!

    More specs on this website:
    http://www.vr920.com/iwear/products_vr920.html

    Anyone have video goggles? 1024x768 and a 62"-like picture sounds pretty decent to me. I might save up for a pair :)
     
    jisaac, Jun 28, 2008
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  2. Manic Penguins

    Manic Penguins [+[ ]=]

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    I remember reading something about the before, but I cant understand how it doesn't screw yours eyes up from being that close :S

    EDIT: Would like to try it for myself though...
     
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  3. GrandAdmiral

    GrandAdmiral Notebook Evangelist

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    I too remember reading something about a similar product before and it DID screw up your eyes. And it was uncomfortable and chunky. I agree with Manic Penguins, a 62" screen @ 1cm away does not sound like a comfortable or useful idea. But that was an old article so open mind, get a few more opinions before you make a decision. Technology moves fast.

    Grand Admiral

    EDIT: Ok, so they reckon its 62" @ 9 feet. But that still doesn't sound comfortable.
     
    GrandAdmiral, Jun 28, 2008
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  4. KGann

    KGann NBR Themesong Writer

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    Man, I really want to try some of these out, but I refuse to order anything online.

    If only local stores would carry them...
     
    KGann, Jun 28, 2008
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  5. Jayjubear

    Jayjubear Notebook Consultant

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    It says "Twin high-resolution 640x480 (920,000 pixels) LCD displays"
     
    Jayjubear, Jun 28, 2008
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  6. StormEffect

    StormEffect Lazer. *pew pew*

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    Because nerds like us need another reason to be social outcasts.

    Introducing Darwin's Goggles!
     
    StormEffect, Jun 28, 2008
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