What is the VRBox Headset?
VRBox is quite simply the easiest, most convenient and affordable way to
experience Virtual Reality today. Why spend thousands on a dedicated headset and
PC to run it, when you can use your existing smartphone to power the world
of VR!
Based on Google’s ‘Cardboard’ technology the VRBox is constructed from
high quality ABS plastic with 42mm spherical resin lenses to bring you picture
perfect 3D effects.
The sliding phone tray lets you insert your 4.7" to 6.1" phone in seconds, up to
and including iPhone 6 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Note series!
Both the iOS App Store and Google Play Store already feature dozens of
quality apps – many of them free – to have you experiencing VR within
seconds.
What can I do with the VRBox Headset?
Further down the page you will find a handful of recommended apps for both major
platforms including many free ones, here’s a summary of what you can expect
to find:
- Watch dedicated VR demo apps –Take a trip back to the
Jurassic era when dinosaurs roamed, or sit yourself on a virtual roller coaster
and feel your stomach lurch as you drop steeply over a crest. There are already
countless apps created to show off the immersive capabilities of VR with more
appearing every day.
- Watch movies – Perhaps you’d prefer to just sit and
watch instead? Immerse yourself in a virtual cinema; look around at the seats,
the projector, fellow patrons, the big screen – then play movies from your
own collection! There are also plenty of dedicated ‘storytelling’ apps
designed specifically for VR, some of which will blow your mind.
- Play VR games – The included Bluetooth controller will
let you interact with selected apps and games in a way that you have never done
before. Save the world from a zombie apocalypse or navigate your way around an
open world in which you feel part of the action, not just from the outside
looking in.
How does the VRBox Headset work?
The VRBox Headset is a one-size-fits-all design with a flexible, adjustable
headband plus adjustable lens distance and focus. It easily adjusts to different
head sizes and shapes, eyesight quality and even fits most people with their
glasses still on. Once an app is loaded, insert the phone into the sliding
holder, then back into the headset. The app will use your phone to render a pair
of stereoscopic images which your eyes and brain will interpret as a single
3-dimensional image. Without the headset and lenses you will just see the pair
of matching images.
Some apps may also require use of your phone’s camera for Augmented
Reality functions – a second sliding panel easily opens access to let your
camera see the outside world without ruining the immersion.
The included controller requires 2 x AAA batteries which are not
included.
Which apps are recommended for use with the VRBox Headset?
As mentioned above there are already countless apps on both major app
stores – some good, some not so good – so here is a selection of our
favourites to help you get started right away:
iOS
VRSE –
Immersive storytelling
Occupation
VR – Apocalyptic action game
VR
Streamer – Stream PC to VR/phone
VR One
Cinema – Movie viewer
Roller
Coaster VR – Like the real thing!
Jurassic
Virtual Reality – Walk with Dinosaurs
Google
Cardboard – Collection of apps
InCell
VR – Action/racing game
Legendary
VR – Warcraft movie preview
InMind
VR – Short adventure app
VR
Tank Training – thrilling adventure battle
Android
VRSE –
immersive storytelling
VR
One Cinema – Movie viewer
Titans
of Space – Solar system tour
Trinus
VR (lite) – Stream PC to VR/phone
Zombie
Shooter VR – Apocalyptic action game
Occupation
VR – Apocalyptic action game
Jurassic
Virtual Reality – Walk with Dinosaurs
Google
Cardboard – Collection of apps
VR
Roller Coaster – Like the real thing!
Legendary
VR – Warcraft movie preview
Proton
Pulse – 3D Arcade Brick-Breaking Action
- Most of the apps listed above are free, or have a free component, but some
may incur charges. Please check carefully before downloading or purchasing as we
take no responsibility for costs incurred. This list is presented simply as a
reference to get you started in the world of VR. Enjoy!
KEY FEATURES
- Easiest, most convenient, affordable way to experience VR
- Includes VR Goggles and Remote Bluetooth Controller
- Compatible with iOS and Android
- Supports phones from 4.7" up to 6.1"
- 360 Degree viewing and motion for full immersion
- Separate adjustments for focal length and object distance
Supported phones / Systems: 4.7 inch – 6.1 inch phones
/ Android, Windows, iOS