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by vmception 1621 days ago
Why would I want this by the way?

I don't mind cheaper headsets as impulse purchases to just wait for better games and experiences to come out. But at this price I need to feel like I'm missing something and don't feel that way, am I missing something?
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covercash 1621 days ago
Robert Scoble has been saying it’s more of a home theater & computer monitor replacement. So instead of a 4k HDR 80” screen and accompanying surround sound, you get one of these. Instead of a Pro Display XDR, this headset will provide you with a virtual display that is just as good if not better.

He also has been saying there is some insane tech partnership with the NFL to bring an immersive viewing experience to the headset.

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vmception 1621 days ago
It could only be a replacement for people that only used home entertainment systems alone

For a family it requires 4x of these at $8,000

Or just the additional form of entertainment alongside existing home entertainment

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codezero 1621 days ago
It's hard to say without the product actually being released, but I use a lot of Apple devices, and my main way of consuming media right now is my Apple TV. I'm in the market for upgrading my TV and I'd sooner pay Apple $2k for a headset than Samsung for a large form TV running Android, subsidized by adware. I'd enjoy seeing such a device also replace my Xbox and PC for gaming.
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vmception 1621 days ago
I see, for now doesnt appeal to me and it doesnt have to, will just watch without fomo then
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