Vivo Vision Explorer Mixed Reality Headset Unveiled in China, Features 8K Micro-OLED Displays, Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2

Highlights

• Vivo Vision Explorer MR headset, Vivo’s first MR headset, was unveiled in China.
• It features dual 8K Micro-OLED displays, Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2, eye tracking, micro-gesture control for intuitive interaction, 180° panoramic view, spatial audio, a virtual 120-inch cinema screen and more.
• Preorders are open at 12 Vivo stores in China with trial sign-ups across major cities alongwith a community testing program.

Caption – Vivo Vision Explorer Mixed Reality Headset Unveiled in China. (Image credit – Vivo)

Vivo has officially entered the mixed reality (MR) space with the launch of its first headset, the Vivo Vision Explorer Edition, in China. Marketed as a direct rival to the Apple Vision Pro, the headset comes with dual 8K Micro-OLED displays, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 platform, and advanced input methods like eye tracking and micro-gesture control. Here’s everything we know about the device so far.

Vivo Vision Explorer – Design and Functionality

The MR headset features a large front visor and a padded rear headband to ensure comfort and stability during long sessions. It is capable of recording 3D videos, capturing spatial photos, and can unlock additional features when paired with select Vivo smartphones.

Caption – A closer look at the Vivo Vision Explorer Mixed Reality Headset design. (Image credit – Vivo)

Vivo has also focused on immersive experiences, offering a 180-degree panoramic field of view, spatial audio, and a virtual 120-inch cinema screen controllable through gestures.

Supported use cases include multi-device casting, dome video playback, 3D e-sports viewing, PC and mobile game streaming, and multi-window productivity.

Vivo Vision Explorer – Key Features

The headset is equipped with dual binocular 8K displays (3,552 × 3,840 pixels) offering 94% coverage of the P3 color gamut. Vivo says the screens support a brightness range from 100 to 1000 nits, delivering sharp and vivid visuals.

Powering the device is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, supported by Vivo’s in-house Blue Ocean power management system. The headset runs on OriginOS Vision, an operating system tailored for MR, and achieves ultra-low latency of just 13ms for smoother interaction.

The Vision Explorer also introduces precise 1.5-degree eye tracking and 26-degree depth-of-field micro-gesture recognition with a 175-degree vertical interaction range. In terms of dimensions, it measures 83mm tall, 40mm thick, and weighs 398g.

Vivo Vision Explorer – Availability and Preorders

While Vivo has not yet revealed the official price or wide release date, the Vision Explorer Edition is already available for preorder at 12 authorised Vivo experience stores across China.

A broader rollout of stores is planned soon.

Starting August 22, trial sign-ups will open at these experience stores in more than 10 cities, including Beijing and Shenzhen. Vivo’s Community Vision Consultant Program will also allow selected participants to test the headset and provide feedback.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Vivo Vision Explorer Edition headset?

Answer. It’s Vivo’s first mixed reality headset, launched in China as a direct competitor to the Apple Vision Pro. It features dual 8K Micro-OLED displays, Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, and supports advanced input methods like eye tracking and micro-gesture control.

Q2. What immersive features does the Vivo Vision Explorer Edition headset offer?

Answer. The Vision Explorer provides a 180° panoramic field of view, spatial audio, and a virtual 120-inch cinema screen. It supports 3D video recording, spatial photography, multi-device casting, game streaming, and multi-window productivity.

Q3. What are the key technical specifications of Vivo Vision Explorer Edition?

Answer. It includes dual binocular 8K displays (3,552 × 3,840 pixels), 94% P3 color gamut coverage, brightness from 100 to 1000 nits, and ultra-low latency of 13ms. It runs on OriginOS Vision and integrates Vivo’s Blue Ocean power management system.

Q4. Is the Vivo Vision Explorer Edition available for purchase?

Answer. While the official price and wide release date are yet to be announced, preorders are open at 12 authorised Vivo experience stores in China. Trial sign-ups begin August 22 in over 10 cities, and selected users can join Vivo’s Community Vision Consultant Program for early testing.

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