Valve Accidentally Releases Unboxing and Setup Video for Steam Frame
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Quick answer
Valve accidentally published setup and unboxing videos for the Steam Frame VR headset, revealing key details about its features and configuration.
Valve briefly published unboxing and setup videos for its new Steam Frame VR headset in the Steam client for ARM platforms. The clips, discovered after an update, were quickly removed but still reached users. The videos detailed the device's unboxing process, setup, and usage.
Introduced last year, the Steam Frame is positioned as a versatile VR solution. The headset features LCD displays with 2160x2160 resolution per eye, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and supports a 110-degree field of view. It can operate autonomously or stream games from a PC or Steam Machine.
The leaked videos highlighted key setup features: adjustable headset positioning via levers and an additional padding insert for glasses wearers. Wireless adapter connectivity to a computer was also demonstrated. While Valve previously announced the Steam Frame's summer 2024 release, the exact launch date remains undisclosed. However, recent leaks and a large shipment batch may signal an imminent market launch.
Common questions
- What are the specifications of the Steam Frame VR headset?
- The Steam Frame features LCD displays with 2160x2160 resolution per eye, a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and a 110-degree field of view. It supports both local playback and PC/Steam Machine game streaming.
- When will the Steam Frame be released?
- Valve plans to launch the headset in summer 2024, though an exact date hasn't been announced. Recent leaks and a large shipment batch suggest an imminent release.
- How do I set up Steam Frame for glasses wearers?
- The headset includes a removable padding insert under the facial interface, allowing comfortable use for glasses wearers.
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