LetsGoDigital has just uncovered that Sony has applied for patents for improved VR and AR headsets. The patent covers ways to ensure that the user is wearing the headset correctly.
One of these is the use of pressure sensors or strain gauges. These sensors will be used to determine if the headset is worn correctly and will correct and instruct the user on how to achieve a comfortable fit. In addition, it also allows the headset to power down when not worn and power up when put back on.
The headset detailed in the listing also features haptic feedback but its purpose is said to be ‘disclosed soon’. The company has greatly improved the haptic feedback in the DualSense controller of the PS5, it makes sense that it will do the same for the headsets.
Headset with Sony’s AR technology
The patent shows two headset designs – a VR and a glasses-like AR design. Sony unveiled a holographic waveguide display dubbed the SED-100A last year. It overlays graphics in the real world which has been used by several companies for professional products.
Sony SED-100A display
It is speculated that the VR headset is geared more for entertainment purposes ala PS VR. However, the company is still promoting the original PSVR, so there’s a bit of uncertainty there.
Ram found his love and appreciation for writing in 2015 having started in the gaming and esports sphere for GG Network. He would then transition to focus more on the world of tech which has also began his journey into learning more about this world. That said though, he still has the mentality of "as long as it works" for his personal gadgets.
