HTC Vive VR Virtual Reality Kit $1,148 @ JB Hi-Fi ($251 off)

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  testeagles on 05/04/2017 - 12:53

  I understand it is your first post however a simple search shows that it was posted today for $50 cheaper https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/300679

  Unsure if it is local stock though or grey import

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    [Deactivated] on 05/04/2017 - 12:58

    +7

    Good point. But if you want it locally and potentially quicker, walking into JB may not be such a bad idea (so long as they have stock). Cheers.

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    mrderrickc on 05/04/2017 - 19:01

    You could purchase gift cards at 5% discount which makes it slightly cheaper, also easier to deal with if warranty is ever required.

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  benaud on 05/04/2017 - 13:00

  Do any JB's have a demo of these?

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    [Deactivated] on 05/04/2017 - 13:09

    I have only ever seen a demo at Harvey's.

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      benaud on 05/04/2017 - 13:12

      thanks for that, will have to check it out…

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  misterbung on 05/04/2017 - 13:16

  +1

  Keep in mind you'll need a pretty good PC to keep up with this.

  I work with the Vive developing games and software and run an i7 6700K, 32GB ram and a 980GTX GPU.

  That said the software is developing, and it's an INCREDIBLE experience to put the headset on.

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    benaud on 05/04/2017 - 13:31

    thanks, i would need a gfx card too, looking at the 1080's for 700ish, but otherwise same specs as you.

    sounds like you have a terrible job ;-)

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      misterbung on 05/04/2017 - 16:45

      It's for teaching purposes, so it's good and bad but there are definite perks!

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      talismansa on 05/04/2017 - 17:41

      I use it on an i5 with 970, and it runs The Lab great.
      No need for a top of the line computer.

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        presentv on 05/04/2017 - 18:41

        That IS the top of the line computer.

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        talismansa on 05/04/2017 - 19:37

        @presentv: err… I realise this is ozbargains, but in what 3rd world country would consider that top of the line?

        1060s perform better than 970s, and they can be had for sub $350 (source: MSY)

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  eneloop on 05/04/2017 - 13:33

  Any new ones coming out? I'd rather wait for second edition

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    3252900sl on 05/04/2017 - 13:52

    Probably unlikely, but hey they might drop the price again for these ones later when new VR sets come out.

    "Companies including Lenovo, HP, and Dell will be launching mid-range headsets for Microsoft's (NASDAQ: MSFT) Windows Holographic platform — with prices starting in the USD$300 range. These products will be compatible with a wider range of PCs and are likely to put pressure on Facebook's and HTC's VR hardware offerings."

    https://www.fool.com/investing/2017/03/17/instant-analysis-h…

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    [Deactivated] on 05/04/2017 - 13:54

    If they could make a version 2 that is also Wireless, now that would be good. It's inevitable, surely.

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      ruddiger7 on 05/04/2017 - 14:24

      +1

      They have an accessory coming out soon that makes the current model wireless. Isnt cheap and only gets you 90 minutes though.

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      misterbung on 05/04/2017 - 16:46

      It's an issue of latency at the moment. Even the best wireless adapter still has 60 - 90 ms delay, which is enough to make you sick.

      The change from a flat, three line cable to a single braided one has definitely helped the mobility of the Vive, and if you're able to use a hanging setup (even though they say not to) it can be really, really good to use without tripping up.

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  Feeblely on 05/04/2017 - 16:57

  dont think its worth unless friends have one. gone back to playing pc games….

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  TightAssDrake on 05/04/2017 - 17:41

  Are these better than the Samsung VR?

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    presentv on 05/04/2017 - 18:43

    +5

    Vive is like PS4pro and Samsung is like NES mini.

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    talismansa on 05/04/2017 - 19:39

    -2

    Vive is like a Lexus, and Samsung is like a Toyota Yaris