Oculus Quest Virtual Reality Headsets
In August 2019 we decided to purchase 20 x Oculus Quest virtual reality headsets for our company. The Oculus Quest at the time was still brand new and only launched on the 21st of...
Oculus Quest Deployment – Virtual Reality Equipment Expansion (August 2019)
In August 2019, we expanded our virtual reality hardware inventory by purchasing 20 Oculus Quest headsets. At the time, the Oculus Quest had only recently launched (21 May 2019) and represented a major shift in standalone virtual reality technology.
The device, developed by Oculus VR (a division of Facebook Inc.), is a fully standalone VR headset featuring:
- Two 6DOF motion controllers
- Inside-out tracking (no external sensors required)
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 system-on-chip
- Portable, all-in-one VR computing capability
This marked a significant upgrade in accessibility and portability for high-end VR deployments.
Upgrading Our Virtual Reality Capabilities
We continuously update our virtual reality hardware to ensure we remain aligned with the latest global developments in immersive technology.
Since 2016, we have specialized in developing high-end 6DOF virtual reality experiences using platforms such as the HTC VIVE and Oculus Rift. However, the introduction of the Oculus Quest represented a major turning point in how VR experiences could be deployed in events, training, and interactive environments.
The Oculus Quest quickly became one of the most effective commercial VR headsets for scalable deployments.
Oculus Quest in Action
Oculus Quest virtual reality headset deployed for immersive experiences in South Africa.
Standalone Oculus Quest VR headset used for interactive applications.
Event Preparation and Deployment
Preparing multiple Oculus Quest units for a VR activation event.
Before deployment, multiple units were charged and configured to ensure smooth operation during live activations.
Development of custom Oculus Quest virtual reality applications.
Virtual Reality Experiences in Use
Users experiencing immersive virtual reality environments.
Client interaction with a custom-built Oculus Quest VR experience.
On-site VR activation support during a Tourvest South Africa experience.
Participants engaging with interactive VR applications.
Impact of the Oculus Quest
The Oculus Quest significantly changed how we deploy virtual reality experiences by removing the need for external PCs and complex setup environments. This allowed for:
- Faster event deployment
- Greater mobility and flexibility
- Reduced setup costs
- Wider accessibility for large-scale activations
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Author: Gerald Ferreira