TAIPEI (TVBS News) — HTC captured widespread attention with its latest innovations that push the boundaries for XR (Extended Reality) and spatial computing applications at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024. The company's demonstrations at MWC highlighted how the company is harnessing these technologies to transform the worlds of business, leisure, and learning and enhance interpersonal communication and productivity through rich immersive experiences.
One of the highlights of HTC's booth at MWC was a demonstration of the VIVE Focus, the world's first VR (Virtual Reality) headset designed for use in space, which has been adopted by the International Space Agency. This device has become an essential part of astronauts' daily exercise routines on the International Space Station, providing them with a peaceful haven from the cramped and noisy environment aboard the station. For business users back on earth, the company showcased several enhancements to the VIVE XR Elite Business Edition at the event, including a new face gasket, a robust head strap, and security clips for the rear battery.
HTC also exhibited its new VIVE Business+ service, which makes it easier for organizations to manage and synchronize multiple VIVE Focus 3 and VIVE XR Elite devices. VIVE Business+ includes HTC's Location-Based Service Suite (LBSS), which enables real-time communication and collaboration among multiple users from different locations. This technology has already been deployed for applications ranging from entertainment and art exhibitions to education and training, achieving excellent results for multi-user, multi-device, location-based applications with full body tracking support.
The new AI-driven capabilities of the VIVERSE, HTC's virtual platform, were also on display. Including intelligent voice assistants, auto meeting minutes, and real-time translation in eight languages, these smart features enable organizations to enhance communication and collaboration on a global scale, while reducing travel expenses and carbon footprints.
With its demonstrations at MWC 2024 in Barcelona, HTC showcased the great progress it has made in unlocking the potential for XR and spatial computing technologies across domains as diverse as enterprise, education, and even deep space exploration, solidifying its position as a leader in shaping the future of immersive experiences.
As it accelerates innovation for the VIVE platform, MWC 2024 showcase demonstrates their commitment to advancing XR technology and its diverse applications, from space exploration and training to new realms yet unexplored. The advent of mixed reality and the exploration of generative AI integration into HTC's ecosystem mark an exciting future for virtual reality. HTC's innovations presented at MWC 2024 showcase the company's commitment to advancing XR technology and its application across various domains, from space exploration to enterprise training and beyond.
HTC's focus has shifted significantly over the past decade, transitioning from a phone company to a leader in mixed reality. The mixed reality business now comprises the majority of HTC's global business. The company's initial focus on gaming has evolved, with enterprise applications now representing a substantial portion of its operations. Training remains a key application in the enterprise sector, with HTC's headsets certified by the FDA and cleared by the FAA for aerospace and healthcare training.
The advent of mixed reality and the exploration of generative AI integration into HTC's ecosystem mark an exciting future for virtual reality. HTC's innovations presented at MWC 2024 showcase the company's commitment to advancing XR technology and its application across various domains, from space exploration to enterprise training and beyond.
At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024, HTC VIVE showcased a series of groundbreaking innovations that herald a new era in AI and spatial computing applications. HTC VIVE, a trailblazer in the XR space, demonstrated its latest advancements in human-computer interaction, signaling a future where work and play are transformed through virtual technology. The company's presence at MWC highlighted how these technologies are not only reshaping business transformation but also enhancing interpersonal communication and productivity through spatial computing.
HTC introduced six key highlights at the MWC in Barcelona, ranging from hardware improvements and software spatial platforms to enhanced support for Location-Based Entertainment (LBE) applications and AI technology integration. These technologies are harmoniously integrated by HTC VIVE, providing consumers and businesses with superior experiences and cutting-edge technology.
Among the innovations, HTC launched VIVE Business+ for the VIVE XR Elite, aimed at businesses. This service facilitates the synchronized and centralized management of multiple VIVE Focus 3 and VIVE XR Elite devices, simplifying content deployment and integrating XR technology into workplaces. Contrary to concerns about VR leading to social isolation, HTC's Location-Based Service Suite (LBSS), part of VIVE Business+, enables shared VR experiences for multiple users across various sectors.
The VIVE XR Elite Business Edition has received several enhancements for business use, including a new face gasket, a robust head strap, and security clips for the rear battery. VIVERSE, HTC's virtual platform, now features AI-driven capabilities such as multilingual translation and AI voice assistants, breaking down geographical and language barriers in virtual meetings.
HTC VIVE also launched the VIVE Desk Beta, allowing users to project multiple large virtual screens into their physical environment using just a laptop and the VIVE XR Elite. Additionally, a five-in-one charging dock for VIVE's Ultimate Trackers addresses the challenge of managing multiple VR accessories.
HTC's focus has shifted significantly over the past decade, transitioning from a phone company to a leader in mixed reality. The mixed reality business now comprises the majority of HTC's global business. The company's initial focus on gaming has evolved, with enterprise applications now representing a substantial portion of its operations. Training remains a key application in the enterprise sector, with HTC's headsets certified by the FDA and cleared by the FAA for aerospace and healthcare training.
