Pimax Unveils Dream Air: A Sleek VR Headset with an Exclusive Feature

The Pimax Dream Air headset marks a significant shift in the company’s approach. Traditionally known for its somewhat cumbersome headsets that offer wide fields of view, Pimax is now venturing into creating a more compact yet feature-packed device. Notably, the Dream Air introduces a unique headstrap that automatically adjusts for a snug fit, a pioneering feature in the industry.

Set at a price point of $1,900 and aiming for a release in May 2025, the Dream Air targets the growing market of compact, high-end PC VR headsets, putting it in competition with models like Bigscreen Beyond and the Shiftall MaganeX Superlight.

But, in true Pimax fashion, the company isn’t stopping at ordinary innovations. They’re venturing into ambitious territory with the Dream Air by promising an optional add-on, dubbed the ‘Cobb’. This compute puck, equipped with a Snapdragon XR2 chip and its own battery, aims to transform the headset into a standalone VR system. In addition, users can opt for a SteamVR Tracking faceplate.

This ambitious stride follows a pattern, as Pimax is known for unveiling tantalizing new products before fulfilling earlier promises. For instance, their Crystal Super headset, introduced back in April 2024 with a target release later that year, has now been delayed to early 2025.

Now, turning to the Dream Air’s anticipated features, it promises a lightweight build at just 200 grams, a sharp resolution of 13MP micro-OLED per eye running at 90Hz with HDR capabilities, and an impressively wide 102-degree field of view. Users can expect inside-out tracking, motion controllers paired with hand-tracking, integrated audio, and the option to include prescription lenses. Eye-tracking and automatic interpupillary distance (IPD) adjustment also promise to enhance user experience.

Of particular interest is the auto-tightening headstrap, a novel concept in the VR space. Fans of Pimax headsets will appreciate this innovative solution to the common issue of achieving a stable yet comfortable fit. Rendered images suggest the mechanism is cleverly concealed beneath fabric, giving the appearance of a simple, seamless adjustment.

Such features could make a significant difference, offering effortless comfort through perfect tightness and IPD settings adjusted to the user’s eyes, which is often a tricky task to manage manually.

Whether Pimax can indeed realize such an elegant design remains to be seen. As of now, it appears they are leveraging an impressive design ethos that departs from their previous, more utilitarian headset styles.

Though Pimax is exploring this new compact design direction, it doesn’t mean they’re abandoning the hallmark boxy designs of their expansive field-of-view headsets.

For those ready to secure the Dream Air ahead of time, Pimax is now accepting pre-orders. The ambitious new headset is priced at $1,900, with availability scheduled for May 2025.