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Tuesday September 11, 2007
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 Remember the Myvu? You know, those glasses that connect to an iPod with video and offer a viewing experience of a 27-inch screen from 6 feet away? Well, now there are 3-D glasses for your computer!
Released today, the iWear VR920 ($399.95) from Vuzix is said to be the world's first fully immersive virtual reality video eyewear for PC gaming. And it very well maybe, since I've only seen video eyewear for MP3 and video devices. "From flight simulators and first-person shooters to online strategy and war games, the VR920 will revolutionize how games are played and developed," says Paul Travers, CEO of Vuzix Corporation.
The 3.2-ounce VR920 is compatible with Windows XP/Vista apps and supports game titles like Microsoft Flight Simulator X, World of Warcraft, and the upcoming Bio-Shock. The glasses feature VGA progressive scan LCDs (1024 x 768 resolution), 32-degree field of view, built-in microphone for VoIP, adjustable headphones, 3-degree head tracker, and a switch to toggle between 2-D and 3-D. And the coolest feature of all: It provides a 62-inch virtual screen from 9 feet away. But here's the real question: are they comfortable?
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September 12, 2007 12:23 PM
Native resolution is only 640x480 - that seems a bit low for a 62-inch virtual screen. I'd be more interested if it did native 1920x1080.
September 12, 2007 2:20 PM
if polio has crutches, why not something in the line for Marty Felman the actor
September 14, 2007 3:21 PM
great but how long can you wear them in one sitting before you start having vision issues?
September 23, 2007 10:51 AM
They should design a box for this rig with pc guts that can play games/video/internet for travelers thats super portable. As its resolution prohibits word-processing, a keyboard would be optional (ie an outboard), like a blackberry pocket pc with a decent video card.
October 15, 2007 11:43 AM
i think its awesome but too expensive for my taste
October 18, 2007 10:50 AM
Meh... The Retinal projection technology in my opinion is far more advanced than this... that's what i'm looking forward to :)
November 16, 2007 8:02 PM
This product is absolutely amazing. Ive been a flight simmer ever since fs98 and this product makes it feel like your accually in the cockpit of a real aircraft. It really pays for itself the first time you use it. If your serious about flight simmer or just a novice I strongly suggest getting one.
May 7, 2008 2:21 PM
It looks cool, but what about eyesight issues, i know a lot of these "Virtual Eye pieces" have problems with giving headaches and eyesight blurriness after using them for prolong periods. and are they comfortable and practical, do they need a program installed to use them? and do they use battery or are they wired? if battery how long do they last. Thanks for any info!
March 26, 2009 8:28 AM
Vuzix are obviously worried about how low the native resolution is. They manage not to define it on their website or product sheets, preferring vague statements about "high resolution" or "like watching a 44 inch screen". I would happily replace my monitor or TV with a headset but the starting point for native resolution must be XGA (1024×768) and these only offer a fraction of that.