Shiftall announced the ultra-lightweight VR headset “MeganeX superlight,.” In addition, they announced the “HaritoraX Wireless R,” a motion tracking device for Metaverse, and the wireless soundproof microphone “mutalk 2,” which is compatible with both PCs and smartphones.
The suggested retail price and release date of MeganeX Superlight and HaritoraX Wireless R are undecided. The estimated retail price of mutalk 2 is $150, and is scheduled to ship in May 2024.
MeganeX superlight
MeganeX superlight is an ultra-lightweight 6DoF compatible VR headset equipped with a 5.2K/10bit/HDR display. Aiming to be about half the weight of the previous MeganeX, Shiftall significantly improved wearability by performing lightweight tuning to the limit.
The performance of the 5.2K HDR compatible micro OLED panel remains the same, but the inside-out camera, speaker, and temple are eliminated, and an all-resin lens with a wider FOV compared to MeganeX is used. It is compatible with SteamVR Base Station and achieve high-precision tracking.
Display | 1.3inch Micro OLED 5.2K(2,560×2,560 x2) , 10bit HDR/120Hz |
weight | Approximately 200g (excluding face pad and headband) |
Head tracking method | 6DoF using SteamVR Base Station method |
Connection method | DisplayPort + USB2.0 |
HaritoraX Wireless R
HaritoraX is a new VR motion tracking device that uses a new generation sensor and uses a hybrid method to automatically correct errors (drift) using optical recognition with a dedicated camera.
It combines the strengths of the IMU method, such as being lightweight, long-running, and unaffected by obstructions, and the high precision of the optical method, with no drift. Users can use it in the same way as the previous HaritoraX series, but if users connect a special camera (sold separately) to a PC, the moment the sensor is in the camera’s field of view, it will automatically correct the distortion due to the drift that has accumulated up to that point. Therefore, in applications where there is an opportunity to face the camera, there is no need to perform calibration operations at regular intervals, which is essential for the IMU method.
Operating time | IMU method: about 20 hours, IMU+optical method: TBD |
tracking point | 6 points: chest/waist/both knees/both ankles *Can be extended to the whole body by purchasing additional units |
Sensor (IMU) | Acceleration/angular velocity/geomagnetic sensor (9-axis IMU) |
dedicated camera | Connect to PC via USB |
Wireless communication method | Unique communication via Bluetooth or dedicated dongle |
Compatible VR headsets | Various SteamVR compatible headsets *Operation is not guaranteed with all headsets |
mutalk 2
mutalk 2 is a new model of a wireless soundproof microphone that makes it difficult for people around you to hear your voice and to prevent ambient noise from entering the microphone. It is said to be ideal for use in online meetings, the Metaverse, and online games. It does have an odd look to it, as you can see, but Shiftall says the design makes it effective.
In addition to high sound quality and low latency when connecting wirelessly using a dedicated communication dongle, Bluetooth connection and wired connection (USB Audio) are also possible. While the exterior remains the same, both the microphone and communication chip have been updated, and the microphone holding mechanism has also been changed to prevent changes in sound quality when used for long periods of time. In addition to the regular mouse pad, it also comes with a newly constructed mouse pad that won’t make your voice sound nasal.
Operating time | Can be used continuously for 10 hours |
charging method | USB Type-C, charging time: about 2 hours |
Communication method | [Wireless connection] ・Bluetooth Ver.5.3 ・Dedicated communication dongle (USB Type-A) [Wired connection] ・USB (USB Audio) |
audio bitrate | [When connected by wire or dedicated communication dongle] ・Audio input (microphone): Max. 48KHz, 24bit ・Audio output: Max. 96KHz, 24bit [When connected to Bluetooth] ・Audio input (microphone): Max. 16KHz, 16bit ・Audio output ( HFP): Maximum 16KHz, 16bit ・Audio output (A2DP): Maximum 44.1KHz, 16bit |
Bluetooth compatible profile | HSP/HFP/A2DP |
Number of multipoint connections | Maximum 2 units |