Lenovo Targets Business Training With Mirage S3 Standalone VR Headset Priced Under $450

Lenovo is targeting its standalone 3dof headset the Mirage VR S3 toward training uses at businesses.

Facebook removed Oculus Go from its business program choosing instead to focus on its Oculus Quest for business targeting a $1,000 price with enterprise-level support. In the United States, the price for a Mirage VR S3 is “under $450” according to a Lenovo representative. It was built in cooperation with Pico Interactive. The headset is also included in Lenovo’s VR classroom effort as well.

The headset is a 3dof system like the Go which means the world feels locked to your head when you lean forward, backward, or to the side. While limiting in terms of interactivity, that sort of system is also easy to setup and use and has made inroads worldwide in some training applications. Its a nice fit, for example, for 360-degree video projects that might be used in a training program. The VR S3 is pitched as featuring integrated audio and “a 4K display for clearer visuals, hands-free control for utilization with or without the provided controller, and an easy to clean, hygienic face plate suitable for mass use,” according to Lenovo.

The system runs Lenovo’s ThinkReality software platform for distributing and managing applications on the headset. The commercial offering includes Lenovo’s Integrated Solutions Support service with access to a dedicated phone line for support with “proactive case management and escalation assistance.”

The Lenovo Mirage VR S3 should be available in Q3 2020 in North America, China, Japan, United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Spain.

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Lenovo and Pico’s Standalone Headset Mirage VR S3 Arrives Q3 2020

Lenovo Mirage VR S3

Lenovo has announced today that it’ll be stepping back into the field of standalone virtual reality (VR) with the Mirage VR S3. A collaboration with Pico Interactive, the new device is set to arrive later this year focused on the business market.

Lenovo Mirage VR S3

The Lenovo Mirage VR S3 was originally revealed at the beginning of the year, alongside educational solution VR Classroom 2. Official unveiled during the VR/AR Global Summit Online Conference keynote, the headset looks very similar to Pico’s line of devices although it won’t compete with the latest Pico Neo 2 which has inside-out tracking.

A 3DoF VR headset which comes supplied with a controller, the Lenovo Mirage VR S3 features a 4K display, integrated audio and up to three hours of battery life. It’s supported by the Lenovo ThinkReality software platform, a cloud-agnostic solution for enterprise users to publish and manage applications for employees worldwide.

“VR helps achieve better, faster training at lower cost,” said Nathan Pettyjohn, Commercial AR/VR Lead, Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo, in a statement. “Our enterprise customers are looking for solutions to build and enable more skilled and efficient global workforces. They are increasingly looking for cutting-edge solutions like VR and AR supported by ThinkReality’s flexible platform to scale applications enterprise-wide.” 

Lenovo VR Classroom 2

Also embedded in the Lenovo Mirage VR S3 is Lenovo Integrated Solutions Support (LISS). A global end-to-end service program, expert technicians and engineers provide support via a dedicated phone line for quick access and a single point of contact to help resolve issues faster.

The Lenovo Mirage VR S3 has been given a Q3 launch window for North America, China, Japan, United Kingdom, France, and Spain. An exact price for the headset hasn’t been given, with Lenovo saying it’ll be under $450 USD for North American customers.

By the time Lenovo launches the Mirage VR S3 companies looking for standalone VR solutions will have quite the selection to choose from. As mentioned, Pico recently launched its Neo 2 and Neo 2 Eye headsets, Oculus for Business officially arrived in May using Oculus Quest plus there’s the HTC Vive Focus Plus on the market.

As this area of the industry continues to grow, VRFocus will keep you updated.

Lenovo Puts Education Front and Centre With VR Classroom 2

Supporting educational use cases for virtual reality (VR) is becoming an important addition for plenty of companies working in this space, from small developers like Schell Games with HoloLAB Champions or HistoryMaker VR to a 50-foot rocket ship for the SpaceBuzz programme. Continuing its support for VR education is tech giant Lenovo, recently announcing VR Classroom 2.

Lenovo VR Classroom 2

Designed as a complete solution allowing teachers to integrate VR into their lessons, Lenovo VR Classroom 2 is specifically for middle schools and high schools. Provided with Lenovo Mirage VR S3 hardware, content, training, and support, diverse curriculum-mapped experiences have been created for students, covering STEM, virtual tours, and career exploration.

Powered by Lenovo’s ThinkReality platform for easy headset deployment by IT staff and LanSchool so that teachers can smoothly use VR in their classrooms, there’s also optional hardware, accessories, and professional development available. Additionally, online ­and­ onsite training is provided.

“Preparing young people for the careers of tomorrow requires smarter technology and a reliable partner to support deployment. Teachers value the unbounded possibilities VR experiences bring to students when it is to easy-to-use and fully supported,” said Rich Henderson, Director of Global Education Solutions at Lenovo in a statement. “Whether it’s taking a virtual field trip inside DNA strands to teach a unit on genetic engineering, or a guided tour of the Colosseum in Ancient Rome in history class – Lenovo’s VR Classroom 2 offers a seamless journey for educators and students.”

Learning / Education

The Lenovo Mirage VR S3 looks to be a fairly standard 3DoF VR headset and controller, offering 1920×2160 resolution (per eye), a Qualcomm 835 SOC, 64GB of onboard storage (expandable to 256GB with an SD card), 75hz refresh rate, built-in audio, 110° FoV and USB-C charging.

For teachers and other interested educational professionals, details regarding specific courses and costs have yet to be revealed with Lenovo VR Classroom 2 scheduled for availability Spring 2020. As further information regarding VR Classroom 2 is released VRFocus will let you know.