Headphone-Integrated VR Headsets

CES 2018 Introduces the Next-Generation HTC VIVE Pro VR Headset

At CES 2018, HTC introduced its newest virtual reality headset, the HTC VIVE Pro.

The VIVE Pro headset boasts two OLED displays with high resolutions that significantly improve upon the resolution currently offered by the existing Vive headset. As a truly immersive virtual reality experience puts a premium on visuals, but also engages one's other senses, the next-generation headset also features built-in high-performance headphones. With noise-canceling features and dual microphones, this new feature promises to immerse people in new worlds like never before through unparalleled sights and sounds.

Along with the all-new VIVE Pro headset, HTC is also introducing a Vive Wireless Adaptor that brings wireless capabilities to both the Vive and the VIVE Pro.

Immersive Virtual Reality
The improved resolution and headphones on the HTC VIVE Pro headset provide a more immersive virtual reality experience.
Integrated Audio Technology
The built-in high-performance headphones and dual microphones on the VIVE Pro headset serve as disruptive innovation opportunities in the audio technology industry.
Wireless VR
The Vive Wireless Adaptor introduces disruptive innovation opportunities in the wireless technology industry for both the Vive and the VIVE Pro.

Who This Affects Most

Virtual Reality
The HTC VIVE Pro headset showcases the newest innovation opportunities in virtual reality technology.
Audio Technology
The built-in headphones and dual microphones on the VIVE Pro headset provide significant opportunities for innovation in the audio technology industry.
Wireless Technology
The Vive Wireless Adaptor serves as a major innovation opportunity for the wireless technology industry.
SCORE
1.2 out of 10
GENDER
90% Men10% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 7%
Activity 22%
Freshness 8%