# Untethered Virtual Reality Headsets The Auravisor's Technology is Built Right Into Its Visor By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auravisor References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2015/10/26/auravisor-vr-headset/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1714346163/auravisor-virtual-reality-head-mounted-computer) The AuraVisor is a [head-mounted virtual reality system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimax-crystal-light) that is unique in that it all of its technology is built right into the visor, so the contraption is totally untethered. The device is equipped with an Android computer and a 5-inch display that offers 1080p displays for each eye. It is powered by a 1.8 GHz quad-core [Rockchip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipper-one) RK3288 with dedicated high resolution and ultra high-definition video decoders. [Virtual reality headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computerbased-vr-headsets) are set to grow in popularity in the coming years, but they have to be untethered if they're going to be easily sellable to families. This is where the AuraVisor offers an advantage, in that it is easy to set up and use for people of all ages. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Untethered Virtual Reality Headsets:** The untethered nature of virtual reality headsets provides convenience and ease of use for consumers. - **Built-in Technology:** Integration of all technology within the visor of virtual reality headsets offers a streamlined user experience. - **Growing Popularity of Virtual Reality:** The increasing demand for virtual reality headsets presents a lucrative market opportunity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Untethered virtual reality headsets have the potential to disrupt the consumer electronics industry by providing a new way for consumers to experience immersive content. - **Gaming:** The untethered nature of virtual reality headsets can revolutionize the gaming industry by enhancing the level of immersion and interactivity. - **Entertainment:** Built-in technology in virtual reality headsets has the potential to disrupt the entertainment industry by creating new experiences and mediums for storytelling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-vr-headset.md) - [Wireless Virtual Reality Augmentations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unlink-vr.md) - [Compact Featherlight VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigscreen-beyond-headset.md) - [Industry-Leading VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-focus-vision.md) - [Onboard Computer VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simula-one-virtual-reality-headset.md) - [Precision Visuals VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dpvr-e4-pc-vr-gaming-headset.md) - [Goggle-Shaped VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-2.md) - [Mixed Reality Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-discovery.md) - [Ultra-Thin VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thin-vr-headset.md)