# VR Backpack PCs The HP OMEN Backpack PC Offers Users Virtual Reality Capabilities By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-pc References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/omen-backpack-pc-designed-for-virtual-reality-unveiled-by-hp-27-05-2016/) & [hp](http://www.hp.com) [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-omen-transcend-laptops) just announced the new lineup of [OMEN gaming laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omen-gaming-components), and now they have revealed the HP OMEN Backpack PC as a means of allowing users to bring their experiences with them wherever they desire. The conceptual backpack computer is specifically designed for virtual reality applications as a way for users to enjoy [VR experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computerbased-vr-headsets) without being tethered to a laptop or PC. Although not yet formally named, the HP OMEN Backpack PC is being referred to as the OMEN x HP VR PC Pack and identifies what could be coming from a multitude of PC brands in the near future. The tech specs of the backpack computer have not been identified, but are likely to be released by the brand soon. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **VR Backpack Pcs:** Portable VR technology is becoming increasingly popular and is likely to disrupt traditional gaming and entertainment industries. - **Mobile Computing:** The rise of mobile computing has paved the way for portable VR technology and a new era of user experience. - **Virtual Reality:** As virtual reality continues to gain popularity, backpack PCs offer a unique and untethered way for users to engage with virtual content. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** The introduction of VR backpack PCs presents an opportunity for gaming companies to innovate and create more immersive gaming experiences. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can leverage VR backpack PCs to offer new and exciting immersive experiences for audiences. - **Tech Hardware:** The emergence of VR backpack PCs requires hardware companies to adapt and create new products that can cater to the needs of this growing market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile-Friendly Gamer Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-omen-transcend-laptops.md) - [Low-Power High-Performance Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-omen-17.md) - [Backpack-Mounted Desktop Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eblaztr.md) - [Creative Professional Gamer Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-victus-16.md) - [Dedicated Spatial Computing Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetop-g1.md) - [Efficient Gaming-Focused Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omen-17-2023.md) - [Portable Gaming Carrying Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-3.md) - [AI-Powered Productivity Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omnibook-x-ai-pc.md) - [Onboard Computer VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simula-one-virtual-reality-headset.md)