Standalone VR headsets

Autonomous

— VR headsets where the helmet itself acts as the signal source: it contains a mobile processor, video chip, memory, and its own operating system, so the image is generated directly in the headset, not on a computer or phone. The user puts on the helmet, connects to Wi-Fi, and launches games and applications from the built-in store — without wires, without a PC, and without the necessity of having a smartphone at hand. In terms of performance, such solutions are closer to a good Android smartphone and fall short compared to a setup with a Windows PC, but they are noticeably more convenient than mobile headsets, where everything depends on the phone: there's no need to insert the device into the case, monitor the heating, and charge two devices simultaneously. Standalone VR headsets are especially suitable for everyday gaming, fitness, and learning when the freedom of movement and ease of launching are more important than maximum graphic settings.