ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M and
Pegatron have teamed up to develop a new Virtual Reality reference
design headset with a folded optics lens. This new curved lens
includes 3M's proprietary reflective polarizer for high resolution,
high transmission and a wide field of view enabling a thinner,
lighter-weight design.
The 3M lens assembly incorporates
a curved glass lens with the new 3M™ High Acuity Reflective
Polarizer (HARP) lens. "We are excited to bring this advanced
technology to the virtual reality market," said Susan Kent, Ph.D., 3M Virtual Reality Technical Leader. "Folded
optics is a very efficient method to deliver high resolution, high
contrast content in a beautiful and sleek design."
"The new lens technology allows more freedom in the design of
the headset," said Paula Chen,
Pegatron VX6 Project Leader. "Our new reference design, the VX6, is
streamlined and slim while sitting close to the eye."
VX6 reference design is powered by Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ XR2
Platform. Wi-Fi 6 performance enables VX6 to achieve truly wireless
VR with fast download speed. Four cameras handle mixed reality
experience and head tracking. While the headset has a narrow
profile, it adjusts for wearers with prescription glasses. The
field of view is 95 degrees and, because of the curved lenses,
feels fully immersive.
Mass production readiness for the VX6 headset with 3M curved lenses is slated for late 2021, while
flat 3M lenses may be available
earlier. Interested VR supply chain companies should contact
3M soon to lock in orders.
Visit go.3M.com/arvr to learn more and watch Pegatron and
3M 'tear down' the headset on
video.
About 3M
At 3M (NYSE: MMM) we apply
science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily as our
employees connect with customers all around the world. Learn more
about 3M's creative solutions to global challenges
at www.3M.com or on
Twitter @3M or @3MNews.
About Pegatron
Pegatron is a Taiwan-based
electronics manufacturing company building various communications,
computing and consumer electronics for global leading brands. The
company has research and development expertise as well as design
proficiencies for optimum consumer acceptance.
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