# Standalone VR Headsets Alcatel's Vision Headset Features Built-In Smartphone Hardware By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Alcatel-vr-headset References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2016/09/01/alcatel-launches-a-smartphone-free-vr-headset/) & [prnewswire](http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/alcatel-expands-mobile-virtual-reality-ecosystem-with-exciting-new-products-and-partnerships-300320619.html) While there are lots of [VR headsets available on the market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computerbased-vr-headsets), a lot of them require you to use them in conjunction with a separate smartphone device, which is something that [Alcatel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcatel-joy-tab-kids-2) is looking to change by introducing its brand new Alcatel Vision VR headset. This particular VR headset is embedded with a whole bunch of computing elements that include a powerful eight-core processing unit that works with 3 GB of RAM and offers up to 32 GB of storage. The headset is even packed with a proximity sensor, gyroscope and accelerometer, while a pair of AMOLED screens allow for easy visual displays. The Alcatel Vision is looking to play to sections of the VR enthusiast crowd that are in favor of [stand-alone products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-computer) and don't want to deal with entire ecosystems of gadgets to enjoy VR functionality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Standalone VR Headsets:** Opportunity for VR headset manufacturers to create independent headsets that do not require a separate smartphone. - **Embedded Computing Elements:** Opportunity for tech companies to integrate powerful processing units, RAM, and storage directly into VR headsets. - **Simplifying VR Ecosystems:** Opportunity to cater to the demand for VR products that offer a seamless and hassle-free experience without the need for multiple gadgets. ### Who This Affects Most - **Virtual Reality:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for VR headset manufacturers. - **Technology:** Opportunities for tech companies to develop and integrate advanced computing elements into VR headsets. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity to provide VR enthusiasts with standalone products that simplify the VR ecosystem. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Goggle-Shaped VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-2.md) - [Industry-Leading VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-focus-vision.md) - [Interactive AI Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-xr.md) - [Mixed Reality Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-discovery.md) - [Compact Featherlight VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigscreen-beyond-headset.md) - [Ultra-Clear VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arpara.md) - [Spatial OS AR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-vision-pro.md) - [Fast-Response VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-legion-vr700.md) - [Lightweight VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-vr-headset.md)