Zeiss VR One Connect Brings PC-Powered SteamVR Games to Mobile Headsets

Ahead of IFA 2017, Zeiss and SteamVR have together announced a new VR streaming solution called Zeiss VR One Connect that brings PC-powered VR gaming to s7 edge display price inside mobile VR headsets. Alongside, Zeiss unveiled wireless controllers that will be linked to the smartphone via Bluetooth.

 

 

This new technology comes as a breakthrough in the gaming sphere and Zeiss says that it requires iPhone or Android smartphone with 4.7-inch to 5.5-inch display. For the headset, the company recommends its own VR One, however, other wearables can be used too. In order to make this mechanism work, the smartphone needs to connected to a SteamVR-compatible PC with a USB cable (that it ships with). The wearable then works in sync with SteamVR to use the phone's motion sensors and Bluetooth feature to process the game optimally for the user inside the headset.

 

The wireless Zeiss controllers can be paired with any eligible Android and iPhone devices over Bluetooth, and feature support for three-degrees-of-freedom (3DoF) motion with the help of inertial sensor technology, licensed from a company known as PXL Vision. The hand motion data is then tallied with the sensor's data to figure out the position of the hands in relation to the graphics on the mobile screen. However, room-scale tracking is not available yet.

 

The Zeiss VR One Connect works seamlessly with the Zeiss app and is scheduled to be released at the end of 2017 and will retail for EUR 129 (roughly Rs. 9,850). The price also includes wireless 3DoF controllers, a USB cable to connect the headset to your computer, a cable clip, and the Zeiss software. When bundled with the Zeiss VR One Plus headset, it will cost around EUR 199 (roughly Rs. 15,000).

 

"Unlike previous mobile VR solutions, the smartphone hardware is no longer responsible for computing VR content," says Zeiss' product manager Franz Troppenhagen, in a statement He adds, "Instead, data is transferred from a computer straight to your s7 edge screen replacement cost . In combination with the VR ONE Plus headset, we offer a complete solution."

Apple iPhone 8 is expected to be launched in next 2 weeks

<P>Apple iPhone 8 is expected to be released on 12 September along with iPhone 7s and iPhone 7s Plus. A new Apple Watch and a 4K Apple TV is also expected to be unveiled at the event.</P>
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<P>According to a report by Wall Street Journal, citing some sources who have been briefed about the launch, the <A href="https://www.etradesupply.com/samsung.html">Samsung replacement Parts</A> will go on sale around 10 days after it is launched. For those who are not aware, iPhone 8 will be an anniversary edition as Apple is celebrating its 10 anniversary in the mobile industry.</P>
<P>Multiple reports suggest that iPhone 8 is expected to be available in 64GB, 256GB and 512GB storage options and it might come with 3GB of RAM along with wireless charging, bezel less OLED display and Apple’s A11 chip.</P>
<P>The glass back and the OLED display is to be expected to make the device expensive and it reported to cost around $999 (approx. Rs 63,938) for 64GB, while the 256GB and 512GB variants are rumoured to be priced at $1,099 and $1,199. There are many reports that suggest iPhone 8 will come with dual cameras at the back and it will be aligned vertically.</P>
<P>Apple iPhone 8 won't have a home button due to the bezel-less display, and Touch ID could be moved to back panel. The company is also reported to add a 3D Face recognition to unlock the iPhone.</P>
<P>Along with the three new iPhone <A href="https://www.etradesupply.com/samsung.html">samsung parts</A> , Apple is expected to announce a new 4K Apple TV with HDR support. The Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to add a faster processor that will the set-top box to streaming 4K content. The report further highlights that the company will be updating its TV app as well and it might aggregate programming from apps that offer live streaming. Lastly, we might see also see Apple Watch 3 series, which could come with cellular connectivity.</P>

Samsung Note 8 price is undecided in South Korean

<P>Samsung Electronics is having a hard time setting prices for its newly showcased phablet Galaxy Note 8 <A href="https://www.etradesupply.com/blog/five-minutes-work-to-replace-your-iphone-6-plus-broken-screen/">replace iphone 6 plus screen</A> as the South Korean government is pushing to cut down telecom costs, industry sources said on Monday.</P>
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<P>Last week Samsung showcased the 6.3-inch Galaxy Note 8 with a dual-camera and improved stylus features.</P>
<P>Pre-orders are expected to start September 7 in Seoul, with the official release slated for September 15.</P>
<P>Industry watchers earlier expected the local price tag will hover above KRW 1 million ($892 or roughly Rs. 57,000), Yonhap news agency reported.</P>
<P>The price of the 64GB Galaxy Note 8 in the US, already available for pre-order, stands at $929. The price is even higher in European countries, industry sources were quoted as saying.</P>
<P>The Galaxy S8+ launched earlier this year came with a price tag of KRW 990,000. Industry watchers said a lower price of the Galaxy Note 8 will adversely impact the sales of the Galaxy S8 models.</P>
<P>The new South Korean government is also pushing to cut telecom costs for households, giving smaller leeway to local tech giants to release pricy <A href="https://www.etradesupply.com/blog/five-minutes-work-to-replace-your-iphone-6-plus-broken-screen/">iphone 6 plus replacement screen</A> .</P>

iPhone 8 will launch at September with price Start at $999

<P>Apple is yet to send invites for its rumoured September 12 event, expected to see the launch of the iPhone 8 as its highlight. Leaks and rumour mills are now working overtime, and the latest once again claims information about the iPhone 8 price, which was previously rumoured to be more than $1,000 (roughly Rs. 64,100). A separate report also claims that Apple is planning to refresh its Apple TV set-top box as well, with the ability to stream 4K content.</P>
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<P>The New York Times reports citing people familiar with the matter that the iPhone 8 <A href="https://www.etradesupply.com/blog/samsung-galaxy-s7-edges-screen-cracked/">s7 edge screen</A> will be priced at $999 (roughly Rs. 64,000). This is presumably for the base model, and the higher storage variants will go up to $1,100 (roughly Rs. 70,400) approximately. While earlier reports did claim that the iPhone 8 would be priced above $1,000, the base storage variant may be at $999, which is still steep, making it the most expensive iPhone from Apple ever. Currently, the most expensive iPhone is the 256GB variant iPhone 7 Plus priced at $969 (roughly Rs. 62,000) in the US. The iPhone 8 is expected to come in 64GB, 256GB, and 512GB variants. The report also claims that the iPhone 8 will come with facial recognition and wireless charging as well.</P>
<P>A separate report from Bloomberg claims that Apple will also unveil an upgraded Apple TV set-top box - the fifth generation - alongside the new iPhone models and Apple Watch at the scheduled September event. The new Apple TV will be able to stream 4K content, and have a faster processor as well. 4K is essentially twice the horizontal and vertical resolution of full-HD. Apple is also reportedly looking to upgrade the TV app so that it can promote and highlight services that offer live streaming as well.</P>
<P>Of course, for 4K to work, Apple TV users will have to plug it into a TV that is capable of supporting 4K resolution. The new Apple TV will also be optimised for HDR video streaming. Apple last updated the Apple TV in 2015, so it's probably about time that it tweaks it a bit to meet today's market needs. The report claims that Apple is already in discussion with content makers like Netflix and Vevo to support 4K and HDR content on Apple TV moving forward.</P>
<P>The September event is going to be power packed with three new iPhone <A href="https://www.etradesupply.com/blog/samsung-galaxy-s7-edges-screen-cracked/">samsung s7 edge glass replacement</A> models and the new Apple Watch that is expected to support LTE connectivity. The iPhone 8 is expected to come with AR features, a 3D sensing camera, facial recognition, bezel-less OLED display, vertical dual camera setup, better waterproofing, and more.</P>

Apple Likely to See Few Takers for $1,000 iPhone 8

Samsung's return to form Galaxy Note 8 phablet was unveiled on Wednesday. While the htc parts looks to win back the trust of consumers following the Galaxy Note 7's fiery demise, it still doesn't come cheap. The Galaxy Note 8 is priced starting around $930 in the US, but Barclays' Mark Moskowitz says Samsung is in a better position to capture the premium smartphone market share with the smartphone than Apple is with its upcoming iPhone.

 

 

Barclays analysts have found that less than 1 in 5 potential iPhone buyers, or 18 percent, will opt for an iPhone that's priced over $1,000, 9to5Google reports. Considering past reports that the upcoming tenth anniversary iPhone will cost around $1,000, this may just prove to be a tough fight to conquer for Apple.

 

"While the [Galaxy Note 8] device itself seems more evolutionary than revolutionary, we believe this launch represents the return of staunch competition into the premium segment ($700+ ASP) of the smartphone market following Samsung's Note 7 debacle last year. For Apple, we are concerned that the company needs to meet momentous investor expectations following the expected launch of three new iPhone devices in September. This could be made more challenging when considering that only 18 percent of potential iPhone buyers are willing to spend $1,000+ for a new device, which is below the 30-35 percent figure investors seem to be expecting," the Barclays report is quoted to say.

 

Samsung, on the other hand, is unlikely to see a slowdown seeing as how its Galaxy S8 flagship smartphones have fared in the past quarter. Barclays believes that the Galaxy Note 7 debacle has not damaged the company's reputation and is unlikely to hurt sales of the Galaxy Note 8. And if Apple does price the iPhone 8 north of $1,000, Samsung may just own the premium market.

 

Apple is not only threatened from Samsung, but will also have to worry about players like Huawei, Oppo, and Vivo, as consumers are moving towards the mid-range market as these companies start offering near premium specs at a lower price point. "This is even more concerning due to our view that htc replacement parts will continue to "mix down" to the mid-range segment, where competition from Huawei, Oppo, and Vivo continues to intensify."

 

The analysts' note sees Apple growing in the near term, but is uncertain about the future. "Beyond the near-term, we remain concerned that Apple could be lacking a meaningful "what's next" story that keeps revenue growing. As a result we remain on the sidelines." One will have to wait and see how Apple plans its pricing strategy for its next iPhone to compete against Samsung's latest offering.