Get ready for a whirlwind of announcements and leaks in the XR space! This week has been a wild ride, with Pico teasing its highly anticipated headset, Pico Space Pro, only to cancel its launch event at the last minute. But don’t worry, we’ve got all the juicy details on what’s happening behind the scenes.
Pico Space Pro, previously codenamed “Project Swan,” is shaping up to be a serious contender in the high-end VR market. With a launch event initially set for September 2nd in China, followed by global releases later this year, this headset was expected to make waves among prosumers and enterprise customers. But just as excitement was building, Pico suddenly pulled the plug on its Chinese launch, citing the need for more time to perfect the device and its software.
The question on everyone’s mind is: what happened in those five days? Was it a surprise spike in attention from Western audiences, prompting Pico to switch to a global launch that would be less confusing for international fans? Or did some insider intel suggest that a competitor – perhaps Meta Phoenix or Apple Vision Pro – was about to steal the show? Whatever the reason, one thing’s clear: Pico Space Pro is still very much on the radar, and we can’t wait to get our hands on it.
But here’s the kicker: leaked pricing on JD.com suggests that this $2,400-$2,600 headset will be a pricey proposition for gamers. However, as we’ve mentioned before, Pico Space Pro was never intended for gaming enthusiasts – its focus lies with prosumers and enterprise customers who need a high-end VR solution.
In other news, Valve has “accidentally” revealed the user guide videos for the Steam Frame, fueling speculation that this long-awaited device is finally ready to launch. While these videos don’t reveal any earth-shattering secrets, they do confirm that the Steam Frame is imminent – and perhaps even more so than we thought.
Valve’s 30th anniversary today has also sparked rumors of major announcements, including (dare we hope?) Half Life 3. Tyler McVicker, Valve’s self-proclaimed “hype machine,” is skeptical about any big reveals today, but we can’t help feeling a sense of excitement.
Finally, word on the street is that Felix & Paul Studios may have shut its doors for good – though this rumor remains unconfirmed as we go to press. What does it mean for the future of immersive storytelling and VR content creation? Only time will tell.
As we look ahead to the coming months, one thing’s certain: the XR landscape is about to get a whole lot more interesting. With Pico Space Pro still on the horizon, Steam Frame poised to launch any day now, and Valve celebrating its 30th birthday – what could possibly happen next? Stay tuned for our coverage of these developing stories, and don’t forget to join us at VRNews.world for all your XR needs!
Source: The Ghost Howls — 2026-08-24