CES 2024: Sony unveiled MR headset with two 4K OLED microdisplays

Sony launched the PS VR2 for gaming in late 2022, and now at CES 2024 it has announced a mixed reality headset for work. It was created in collaboration with Siemens and is aimed at «spatial content creators». It can be used in a wide range of applications — from product design to movie production.

The headset can be used for a variety of applications.

The headset features two 1.3 type OLED microdisplays with 4K resolution and 96% DCI-P3 coverage. They’re powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 processor, which was announced last week. The system supports «split rendering», which spreads the computational load between the head-mounted display and the computers to achieve stable frame rates when rendering large 3D models. Sony promises that the headset will be able to deliver «realistic rendering of 3D object textures and human character facial expressions» in real time.

Sony promises that the headset will be able to deliver «realistic rendering of 3D object textures and human character facial expressions» in real time.

Space tracking is provided by six cameras and sensors that also provide end-to-end video, allowing the headset to blend virtual objects with the real world.

The headset comes with two interesting controllers — one looks like a ring and lets you control 3D objects, the other is a precision pointer that also helps designers create and control virtual objects. The headset will be integrated with Siemens NX Immersive Designer software.

The headset will be integrated with Siemens NX Immersive Designer software.

Sony has designed the device for long-term use. The front of the headset can also be tilted so users can focus on the real world without removing the device completely.

Sony has designed the device to be long-lasting.

The new Sony and Siemens headset will be available later this year. No word yet on pricing — details will be announced at a later date.

Sony’s new headset will be available later this year.