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The differences between the old HP Reverb G2 and the new Reverb G2 V2

Last year HP launched the HP Reverb G2: a VR headset that (among other things) was characterized by its high image resolution. HP has now announced an upgrade of this Headset: the HP Reverb G2 V2. with this Headset makes an already good Headset even better. Among other things, improvements in the (vertical) tracking, compatibility with of the headset cable and different (AMD) motherboards and better eye relief customization.

New and improved tracking, compatibility and visual adjustment.

  • The tracking improvement is a result of hardware changes to the physical camera module on the new Reverb G2 units. These changes are not backwards compatible and are only available with purchase of the new refreshed unit.
  • Software changes are compatible with all Reverb G2 headsets and customers can learn about the updates at: click link.
  • If customers have a problem with their cable or a problem with an AMD-based system, you can request a replacement cable for headsets under warranty through your country's HP customer service channel. Any new cable shipped is the V2 cable.

When it comes to Controller tracking, as a user you only want the best of the best. If there's anything annoying in VR, it's that you lose the Controllertracking. This new upgrade significantly increases the tracking capabilities of the Headset - the vertical tracking volume is increased by 30% compared to our original Headset and blind spots above and below the waist are resolved.

In addition to better tracking, our compatibility with has also expanded to more systems. In collaboration with with AMD, a solution has been developed that has resolved connectivity issues that some users were experiencing. This new improved cable is not only limited to new purchases, but can also be purchased online for original HP Reverb G2 Consumers.

The latest update includes an all-new facemask design that allows users to adjust their interpupillary distance to ensure they can better get into their visual sweet spot. This new facemask now includes a removable spacer that allows users to set their eye relief to 15mm (with spacer on and as fitted to the original Headset) or 9mm (with spacer off). This extensive range allows users to experience the incredible visuals that the Reverb G2 has to offer.

HP Reverb G2 Major Updates

  • Improved Controller tracking: Get improved tracking below the waist with 30% more vertical area coverage (increased vertical tracking coverage will also be included on the HP [[ MD5_48]] G2 Omnicept Edition).
  • Cable: Updated 6M cable for improved compatibility with AMD systems, fixing connectivity issues.
  • Face Gasket: New design allows to set the interpupillary distance to 9mm or 15mm, allowing users to better set their visual sweet spot.

In addition to the improvements to the Reverb G2, Microsoft has been working hard to improve the Windows Mixed Reality experience. Some of the new features and settings made available with with the Windows 11 release are:

Infinite Expanse Environment Built for Performance

The new virtual home environment for Windows Mixed Reality devices has gotten significantly smaller and smaller, streamlined into a single stage instead of the more feature-rich Cliffhouse.

Built with with performance in mind, Infinite Expanse is designed to meet long-standing customer demand for a less resource-intensive virtual home environment, so that customers can get the best performance from their games and experiences.

The new virtual home environment can be found in the Pins panel in the Places menu.

Faster start with playing SteamVR games

New setting available to automatically launch SteamVR when Mixed Reality Portal boots, allowing you to bypass the Windows Mixed Reality virtual home environment and jump directly into SteamVR.

This new setting can be found in the Settings app under Mixed Reality > Startup and Desktop > Automatic startup.

Take matters into your own hands by customizing the Windows startup experience Mixed Reality.

New settings available to better configure your ideal boot experience by increasing your level of control over when Mixed Reality Portal boots.

You can now control whether Mixed Reality Portal launches when a device is plugged in or when the occupancy sensor is triggered, as well as how the virtual desktop app opens.

Diederik Hermsen- XR Product Specialist

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