Virtual Reality aliased as VR is a technology that requires Virtual Reality headsets to create an ideal environment around the user so that he feels surrounded in that particular place. It’s a virtual world where the user can roam around and even perform some specific tasks. VR includes transmission of vibrations through the use of a game controller or similar haptic systems. Augmented Reality systems might also be considered as a part of VR. In this article, we will be talking about the PIPO V2 VR headset which is manufactured by PIPO
About the PIPO VR
PIPO is a company where many Taiwanese businessmen have invested their money, it is located in Shenzhen and specializes in O.E.M. (original equipment manufacturer) and ODM (original design manufacturer) manufacturing services. PIPO is expert at manufacturing smartphones, tablets, notebooks, TV boxes, mini PC’s, smart watches, Wi-Fi, cameras, smart homes, iOTs and few other electronic items to count upon.
They were established in the year of 2003, with an employee count of only 400 overall. The Taiwanese company, PIPO, has manufactured and released 3 VR headsets till date which are the PIPO V1, PIPO V2 and the PIPO V3R with displays of 1250px, 1920px and 2048px respectively. Each of them is extraordinary in their terms, with fantastic built and satisfactory specs.
Also Read: PIMAX 8K VR 3D Headset Review: The Next Generation Device!
PIPO V2 VR REVIEW
Design and Dimensions-
The PIPO V2 VR supports a 9 axis Gyro and is made out of highly durable plastic materials; it weighs around 390g (approx.), and the dimensions of PIPO V2 VR are 271 x 193 x 150 mm respectively, which is neither heavy nor too light. It is appropriate for any user, and you will not face any problems while using this VR headset.
Inside the box, you get the VR headset accompanied by a pair of earphones, a USB Cable, and an AC adapter respectively. So, all the necessary goodies are already in the box for the user, so no need to spend extra money on accessories.
High-quality display specifications-
Features of this quality at a low price range is always a delight for customers, as we all love something more than what we pay, and the same goes for PIPO V2 VR
The PIPO V2 VR headset is the second VR headset released by PIPO; it is a low-price budget oriented VR headset which has many promising features. It boasts a Virtual Reality Kit with a 5.5” built-in display. It also supports a stand-alone cinema with 2D & 3D support, where anyone can watch movies, play games, or watch streaming videos via Wi-Fi. Talking about the specs, it has a built-in 5.5” display with an IPS resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.
Hardware Specifications-
You might know, how important it is for VRs to have a powerful hardware, in order to run VR technology successfully with any noticeable lags or buffers.
Here, the PIPO V2 VR is powered by an amazing quad-core Cortex A17 RK3288 processor with a CPU speed clocking at 1.8GHz and the operating system found here is the Nibiru 2.0 OS. It has one MicroSD slot, 1 USB slot, and a standard 3.5mm headphone jack. PIPO v2 VR supports 802.11/b/g/n Wi-Fi, and it also supports Bluetooth. It has a DDR3 RAM of 2GB and an internal storage of 16GB expandable up to 32GB.
Impressive Battery-
Well, batteries are the most important part of any wireless electronic goodies. As without a long lasting battery, that gadget cannot be used for longer durations, and most users prefer to use their gadgets for longer durations.
So, the PIPO V2 VR has a Li-polymer battery of 3500mAh with a standby time of 3 hours approximately, which is pretty decent for any VR gadget.
Few more Highlighting Qualities of PIPO V2
- The PIPO V2 VR can be regarded as a great companion for watching 3D movies, playing your favorite VR games.
- It combines the effects of your auditory, visual and tactile sense to provide you a surround 3D experience. It offers three options 2D, 3D, and 360-degree panorama to select from providing an extensive virtual reality experience.
- It is embedded with nine-axle sensors; it makes you feel that you are in the situation itself.
- The best thing is you don’t need to connect your phone or PC; it has an inbuilt It has an ergonomic design making it comfortable to wear, even while you are wearing your glasses.
- It has a 90-degree FOV and ultra-low levels of light leak, achieving the latency with ultra-slow time making it a fully immersive experience.
- With its controls on either side, it makes it easy for the users to use it while playing various games.
Pros and Cons
Pros | Cons |
Built-in 5.5” IPS 1920×1080 display. | Bad battery life. |
Low level of light leak. | It is heavier when compared to other VRs. |
360-degree fully-immersive virtual reality experience. | |
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity available. | |
High-end lens and large angle FOV. | |
Supports ergonomic views with the comfort of using the headset while wearing your glasses. | |
A significant amount of internal storage. | |
High CPU configuration. | |
Great placing of controls. |