Pico Neo virtual reality headset doesn't need a smartphone - Gearbest Blog UK

  • Oct 24, 2023

Can't afford Oculus Rift or HTC Vive? There is a more affordable analogue - from Pico. Chinese engineers have created a helmet called Neo.

Pico Neo helmet - accessible virtual reality

The device costs less than its competitors. At the same time, there is no need to connect a smart phone, set-top box or powerful computer.

The device operates autonomously. The power of the built-in hardware is enough for a basic acquaintance with VR.

Neo is based on 2 screens with a resolution of 1200 by 1080 pixels (one for each eye), a mobile processor Qualcomm 820, 4 GB of RAM, 32 GB storage, as well as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi adapters. There is also a card slot available microSD

Pico Neo helmet - accessible virtual reality

Viewing angles are 102 degrees, frequency is 90 Hz. Adjustment of focus and distance between lenses is available.

No heating problems. All the “stuffing” is located in the complete gamepad. The controller is equipped with physical buttons and a touch panel on the back.

The software base is Android 6.0.

Pico Neo helmet - accessible virtual reality

Neo lasts up to 3 hours without recharging. This is guaranteed by a 5000 mAh battery (with support for QuickCharge 3.0).

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The Pico Neo currently costs $700. Significantly lower than competitors.