Oculus Rift S - Everything You NEED To Know

I cover everything you need to know about the Oculus Rift S! The Oculus Rift S virtual reality headset was officially unveiled by Oculus at GDC 2019 and will be available in Spring! In this video, I'll give you all the information on the specs, new design, price, some concerns and much more...
Timestamps;
01:32 - Oculus Rift S Basics
02:44 - Oculus Rift S Price & Release Date
03:26 - Oculus Rift S Audio Specs
04:07 - Oculus Rift S Optics & Display Resolution
07:28 - Oculus Insight Inside Out Tracking
09:18 - Oculus Rift S Touch Controllers
10:05 - Oculus Rift S Ergonomics
11:12 - Who Is Oculus Rift S Aimed At?
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[@ArjanL1979]

Now I am not one to jump conclusions as I have not experienced it myself. However I think it is safe to say that the announcement of the specs has raised some serious questions for me and many others

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Yeah, I can see that the community is really divided on this one []-)

[@sumbhouti]

From what other reviewers have said, the 10 hz isnt very noticable, especially since the quest and go run at 72 hz. We'll have to see I guess

[@zeke7515]

@@VirtualRealityOasis The inside out tracking is a huge step backwards. By going from a tracked experience to an inside-out, you lose a lot of functionality in FPS and Archery games. At least give us the option!

[@Smalliced]

@@VirtualRealityOasis i´m realy interested in the difference of PC/GPU power required to run games on 1 single Display instead of 1 per eye. i hope there is rly no draw back on using the new Controllers with an old occulus :)

[@laartwork]

@@VirtualRealityOasis Divided 90/10. I think after 3 years we are ready for Rift 2 and not a refresh.

[@bliglum]

Yes, a refresh was due.. But we wanted an improvement, not a step back in many ways... Very disappointed.

[@superjasim]

Cole Park I hope to god the Pro would have the same strength in graphics and power but with no PC required. I’d definitely buy it no matter how much it was. I mean eventually they’ll HAVE to develop such device. Not everyone has enough room & $ for PC and stuff.

[@bliglum]

@@superjasim What you're thinking of (good VR performance without the PC) is coming, it's called the Oculus Quest.

[@hightoxicity9819]

​@@bliglum The Oculus Quest is shaping up to be an amazing system. It looks like it will have fantastic games, it will play very well, and it will revolutionize the industry. Just don't try to claim it is something it is not. What he asked for was the *same* strength in graphics and power. Oculus Quest runs on a 2 generation outdated mobile processor and it shows with many of the games, PC VR runs on high end dedicated graphics hardware not limited by small size, heat or energy consumption which can outdo said processor by thousands of times if pushed to its max. A lot of current VR titles don't really punish the PC hardware but in the future the Quest won't be able to keep up with certain high end titles. Stormland and Asgard's Wrath, 2 Rift S launch titles, come to mind immediately for example. There's also a huge space limitation given the Quest's absolutely tiny storage space, if we start to see bigger, more "full" experiences which closely mirror flat/pancake games, the Quest won't keep up or run these games nearly as effectively. All you will do by trying to tell people the Quest is way *more* than it is in reality is hurt the product.

[@bliglum]

@@hightoxicity9819 Oh for sure, the Quest looks great. It's the Rift S that looks like hot garbage.

[@hightoxicity9819]

@@bliglum did you click read more? you didn't even respond to what i said to you or acknowledge any of the content of the comment beyond the first sentence

[@bourwaz]

Not sure if you'll see this but I hope you're already aware that your videos are just excellent. This was a great video for those who are already VR enthusiasts with friendly moments for those thinking about getting in to it. You include details very smoothly for both crowds that I don't think would bother the opposite crowd. Great video, keep up the great work.

[@darthmperator]

When the rift came out 3 years ago I remember there were a lot of complaints. I decided to get one myself to try and I thought it was the greatest thing ever. I am going to keep an open mind and try this out for myself once its released.

[@Juice866]

Seems like going from an Xbox one to an Xbox one S. I think I will stick with my Rift

[@toml8273]

That's exactly what it is. Don't get why some people are treating it as a rift 2, it was never meant to be that.

[@zyloctal]

@@toml8273 @Justin It has increased resolution, bigger play area not restricted to a small 7 by 5 box due to sensors. The only thing that is a downgrade is the sound, but 90 percent of people were using their own headphones anywase. And a bit of color depth with the LCD. and doing a back shot may be impossible now but I never needed to do this in a game.

[@IKvASS]

@@zyloctal You haven't played Echo Combat then...

[@IWolfless]

I was about to buy a normal rift but then I saw the rift S news that came out like in an hour before my purchase. Downgrade in refresh rate, no full support behind me and what not, I might as well have gotten a windows mixed reality headset if I wanted inside out tracking, I went and continued to buy the base rift

[@johncapelloiii7349]

Same

[@WizardOfAtlantis]

Two steps forward, two steps back, and a lot of distracting jiggle in the middle.

[@ryanhobbs9253]

Just subbed I’ve been watching your vids for a while now. If or when more people get VR you will blow up keep up the good work

[@Fractalite]

Nice wrap up. Dk2 and CV1 early adopter here - I'm really hoping all these changes will be improvements or at least not negatives . Having suffered he audio out problem myself I can understand them going for the KISS principle to make the audio more robust . The sound on GO is really good and I like the added feeling of knowing I can still have some external awareness if it cuts through . I'm feeling very positive about Rift S. The GO shows a massive reduction in SDE so I'm really looking forward to how good things will look in Rift S with some SS to take advantage of the extra resolution .

[@user-es8qx5uj2h]

So the big question is Are you going to change the headset in your intro?!!!!!!!!

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Haha unlikely for a while []-)

[@byrus9022]

@@VirtualRealityOasis)I think not because the rift you have in the intro represents all basics and how it will become greater

[@isakts8576]

@@VirtualRealityOasis it'd be cool if you changed it to a quest

[@ytduke1921]

@M3th0d cc.

[@RickA17]

@M3th0d it has one USB and one display port and if you don’t have DisplayPort it has a adapter in the box

[@randito70030]

My concerns Mike.. 80hz refresh rate - does not sound good Bad speaker setup - I like the rift headphones I have now. Yeah we can use our own, but that was one of the negatives for me with the original Vive. Tracking to the rear - I shoot behind me in some games so this is a disappointment. I have the PSVR and hate the head strap. Rift was better. Definitely want your input when you try it.

[@LightningAussie]

I agree with all your points

[@petergriffin6036]

The only thing im afraid of is the lack of any physical ipd adjustment

[@adityaramdani7066]

sollostyles Are you using ASW or not with 45 fps?

[@crodojoe]

@sollostyles yeah cus the human eye can only see 15 fps

[@Bunuffin]

@sollostyles thats the most moronic thing i saw today

[@alexsimonsx]

Sold my rift and bought rift s, I love it and it feels and looks so much better!!!! looks more focused, not blurry, more realistic, the resolution makes a huge difference! I totally recommend :)

[@cbaileyuk]

Best VR videos on YT in my view. Too work fella!

[@computethis7128]

So basically an over glorified WMR headset by Facebook? I'll pass and stick to my normal rift. I will not touch an lcd panel vr headset. Plus numerous other issues with this.

[@thehumblewolf]

What’s wmr also what’s wrong with lcd panel?

[@computethis7128]

@@thehumblewolf WMR = Windows Mixed reality. It is a set of VR Headsets which run of the Windows 10 WMR API designed by Microsoft for the mid-range budget side of PCVR. Still has full functuality of steamVR and uses the power of your pc but they are a lot cheaper than the rift/vive/pimax top range HMD. The tracking and general specs are usually inferior although in cases like the odyssey+ the screen is one of the best above the top tiers. Search them up. Also the issue with an LCD panel is primarily the huge lack in colour quality. The normal rift and vives have OLED panels providing an almost perfect colour contrast and perfect black and whites. An LCD panel will create bluish whites and grainy blue blacks with slight colour bleed. Not great for immersion. Although the response time may be slightly better but not noticeable. There are other issues but those are the main ones.

[@user-cw3nb8rc9e]

WMR is fantastic and often costs 199$ to 299$. I bought Odyssey+ for 299$. 2880x1600 OLED, no screen-door effect, built-in AKG headphones, super super.

[@damienk7311]

Nice, we get the Quest for the casual users, and the S for the... also casual users, I guess. A bold move for Facebook to see things like StarVR and Pimax launching, and to launch two headsets at the same time, that seems to target the same demographic; I mean, seriously, they said: "screw it, why compete with Pimax, when we can compete with ourselves!"

[@account1avx]

and they did a shitty job doing that lmao

[@Mustis1524]

@@evolicious I haven't heard many complaints about the Pimax 5K Plus, I'll be getting that one this summer I'm pretty sure, unless there is some major reveal for some other promising VR headset by then.

[@Drinnan]

So Oculus build their own vr unit, sell it and have success. Facebook buy Oculus, release a mobile version and then get someone else to make a worse version of the original

[@Drinnan]

@@Mustis1524 Google it there are problems, a lot of them

[@ronniewhitedx]

They really cheaped out with rift s....

[@mamefan]

@@Somtric I don't think this is going to attract casuals. Same problem persists: the PC.

[@nrosko]

It means Rift 2 will be better.

[@ronniewhitedx]

@@Somtric I the quest alone will make VR big. The fact that the S doesn't even support thunderbolt just leads me to believe that it's just another first gen windows mixed reality headset with some extra sensors and a lower fps. They honestly shouldn't even have bothered, Imo. The average consumer will buy the quest 9/10 times because it's untethered and it's the right direction for the future for VR. If you want my honest opinion though Google's going to pioneer the future of VR if they pull their heads out of their STADIA. They can use the same streaming tech into a standalone VR headset and literally just put a nice wifi receiver and a really nice panel in a pair of swimming goggles and you'll have one of the most light weight VR gaming experiences and all you would need is a very decent internet connection.

[@IKvASS]

@@ronniewhitedx The only issue is latency, you would puke your gut's out if you played streamed games. Not gonna happen for VR.

[@pureburntt88]

It’s be better if we had the option to adjust the refresh rate. If we could do that and use external sensors, it would be great

[@Fox_on_a_Rollercoaster]

As a rift owner, I'll pass. I prefer the sensors to be honest, as I shoot in a lot of directions where I'm not even close to looking while playing shooters. I prefered the headphones from the original rift as well, the go sounds great for smaller videos, but playing music left a lot to be desired. Also I really am dissapointed in them for giving a danm about the game link type c connector. This really could bring the technology forward, but they have to keep... this. I'm interested how the 80 Hz will feel. The 72 Hz from the go felt strange already. The rift s basicly looks like a wmr headset, sorry. Out of all options including wmr, vive etc I still prefer the original rift. The fit is perfect, the controllers are perfect, the adjustments for the lens distance is perfect, the upgrade I need is resolution. Thank you for the video, this indeed gave me all the information I need.

[@threemoo]

Forgot all the moving, are we even able to stand naturally with our hands by our sides and still get tracking on them! I think the Rift will return, or the "Rift 2" will have sensors, because this is pretty lacking. The new controllers are cool, it takes the Touch and removes a bit of the extra used space on the sides of the handle.

[@Fox_on_a_Rollercoaster]

I do believe we see a second rift gerneration. I see this more like a "htc had a vive pro we have to do something similar." I wonder what oculus's answer to the knuckels controllers will be.

[@Cooe.]

Lol well this take sure aged like shit! Oculus Insight has WAAAAAAAAY better & more accurate tracking than the old CV1 IR cameras. Seems this freaking dumbass doesn't understand how wide-angle cameras work. 🤣

[@Pow3rus]

My heart rate went through the roof when I read the title of the video. Then I saw NO HEADPHONE and terrible tracking solution............ Cried.

[@bricaaron3978]

@Pow3rus I agree that this is not good news, but as far as audio goes, you want to use intra-aural earphones for VR. I absolutely recommend the Klipsch S3m.

[@Pow3rus]

@@bricaaron3978 I recommend to myself to keep my original oculus rift with perfect tracking and sound. Thanks me.

[@bricaaron3978]

@Pow3rus By all means, keep your original Rift. I didn't say anything about getting rid of your Rift. I didn't say anything about tracking, either. My point was that having no built-in headphones doesn't really matter, because for the best sound you want to use intra-aural earphones. That's the only way to get the full spectrum of sound, including low bass. They also isolate outside noise, just like earplugs, which is important for VR.

[@kyle857]

People who have used it have been saying the tracking is better though

[@visionary9575]

Are you mad? Them ditching the horrible headphones for a 3.5mm jack is a great move, now I can finally use superior in-ear headphones. And the tracking may not be as good, but at least I won't have to mess around with shitty sensors all the time which is a huge turn off.

[@krab6775]

You deserve more subscribers, your videos always look so good and professional! Keep up the good work!

[@SoroBoio]

big true

[@Ian-.]

your profile picture is my wallpaper

[@glenorpheus]

Great Video Mike, I'm in the same boat as you with a really low IPD so i'll be very interested to hear how you get on.......fingers crossed lol

[@RockAndStoneGolem]

Saw that you put timestamps in the description... subscribed!

[@MyLordexe]

thank you for this so much. im only gonna buy this when they put back the built in headphones and put a rechargeable dock for the controllers. i have to say the removed sensors is amazing. (may be a little farfetched but a wireless headset with a rechargeable dock for that too would be sick) :o

[@Drinnan]

While removing the sensors does sound good, it just causes such a huge blondspot and the controller will lose tracking if they aren't not seen by the cameras. So many people will be at a disadvantage with certain games especially shooters

[@account1avx]

If they just made the Quest have a cable it would be 10x better. This just seems like a slap on the face to PC VR users tbh.

[@tompicarella]

Hey Mike, love the videos. I was wondering if you can now have both headsets, Rift and Rift S for the same Oculus home login? I am wondering because I own the Rift but want to get the Rift S and have both headsets ready to go. If the sensors are plugged into the computer and I am using the Rift S will it cause any issues. I would like to go back and forth with both headsets and simply plug and unplug the headset I want to use at that time. I was wondering if you could ask the question when you are at Pax. Thank you.

[@JohnnyHeracles]

Dude thx for time stamping the video your self even if I do watch the whole thing

[@michaelpegasiou4531]

Shit,I wanted an improved rift not a downgrade,will stick with 90hz,oled screens,better tracking and great 3d headphones and see what a rift 2 will bring.

[@colesonfrey]

The strap speakers and similar in "3D" experience. People even claim theyre better. Its not meant for current rift owners

[@tasic3921]

@@deusprogrammer_thekingofspace cable manegment should not be the standing factor of downgrading from basically 3 sensor to 2 sensor tracking. 2 sensor tracking is so bad

[@SonyXLR]

Vive Pro here I come :D

[@visionary9575]

The headphones and tracking on the original rift were horrible, I've not used mine in months because the sensors are a pain in the ass to set up

[@sevntl]

Michael Pegasiou shit was the first word that came to mind and out of my mouth as I went to the comments, yours was not only the first one I saw but the first word was the same as mine, shit. This is why the founders quit, Zuckerberg, we got Zuckerberged.

[@foxdenfinds]

this device will become my first step in VR :) can't wait :)

[@bobbyb6053]

One of us! One of us!

[@ans1l71]

Just got the Oculus, gotta say there aren't many good Vr games out there right now. What I do recommend is that you get vrchat obviously (free anyway)... and the first game you get be Skyrim Vr. Now Skyrim Vr doesn't look great out of the box but you can get a lot of free graphics mods that will work in Vr and it looks stunning. I wouldn't pay 60$ for Skyrim Vr but if you're lucky like I was you may be able to snag a steam key for around 30-35$ from g2a or it might go on sale on steam. Right now I can tell you that modded Skyrim Vr is the best Vr game I have experienced.

[@kyle857]

@@ans1l71 War Thunder or IL 2 are amazing in VR

[@ans1l71]

@@kyle857 Haven't tried War Thunder in VR yet although I've played it flat alot.

[@ans1l71]

Also definitely get beatsaber. forgot to mention that one

[@AS--999]

I'm also pretty much at the lowest IPD setting so I'd be interested to know how you get on with a Rift S if/when you get to try one.

[@JebblesGD]

Hey! so I see the link in the description for the "See if your pc can run the Rift S" but when I click on it, I can't find the tool that you used, I would like to know if its still there?

[@AlbertoKostner]

LCD panel and NO IPD ADJUSTMENT??? This is a Lenovo Explorer with 3 more cameras and the Oculus sticker.

[@colesonfrey]

It still has ipd adjustment... werent you paying attention?

[@AlbertoKostner]

Ipd adjustment by software is useless..

[@bricaaron3978]

​@@colesonfrey With respect, you are not fully educated on this subject. There is no ability to adjust the separation of the lenses. This is entirely different from the separation of rendered images, and cannot be compensated for in software. If it could, it would have been done that way from the beginning instead of wasting money on a "useless" HW feature. This was done in order to save money, and means that only a small percentage of people will get the maximum FOV and minimum distortion--the ones whose IPD happen to align more or less perfectly with the offset of the lenses.

[@colesonfrey]

@@bricaaron3978 the lenses dont need to be moved in order for our vision to be fooled the correct way. Franel lenses and the screen only do one thing and thats point the light into our eyes in ways to trick the brain into immersion, software can do exactly that

[@bricaaron3978]

​@@colesonfrey The ability to adjust lens separation has nothing to do with achieving stereoscopy, which is what I assume you mean by fooling one's vision. Instead of explaining the principles, allow me to simply ask a question: If it doesn't matter how well the eyes are aligned with the lenses--whether VR headsets, binoculars, etc.--then why do manufacturers "waste money" on including the ability to adjust lens separation?

[@zainhaider8362]

I would expect the PC version of the rift to be the best in class... At the moment I see little difference between the mobile version and this version. I don't see an advantage upgrading from existing rift device.

[@toututu2993]

Because it's not made for people who have the older rift. It's made to show off.

[@crodojoe]

@@toututu2993 it's made to pull off something that has rarely happened in history. A upgraded downgrade devjce

[@VeryDavidChannel]

It's a device that is changing based on the info they've gained from selling to users (and not selling) and manufacturing products. They realized that OLEDs may be a little better, but not good enough to cost so much more. They realized outside in tracking was a little bit better, but not good enough to add so much cost and require people to setup beacons and use 3 extra USB hubs. They realized that 90Hz was a little bit better, but not good enough to require Rift S users to have higher recommended specs and split an already small user base. In return, they get to offer higher resolution to the same user base, a more comfortable halo strap, and they can probably start to make a profit off of their sales. You can bet they were selling it at a loss since day 1. This makes a ton of sense from their end, we just have to be glad they're not abandoning consumer PC VR, like everyone else (WMR won't see many more updates and they've shifted to Hololens for enterprise, Vive has moved to enterprise prices as well with Vive Pro Eye etc).

[@tasic3921]

It also costs a lot of room to do it if you think about it. They want a sleeker design and removing the hardware allows for new room for the sensors. Im not too worried about the software as long as it fits the extremes (like me, I use all the way to the left)

[@SonyXLR]

@@VeryDavidChannel Well said, I think its a wise choice for Oculus end. Especially since they are aiming for the consumers, unlike their competition Vive. But in the end, I will be aiming for Vive it seems, I need my good tracking.

[@00fman]

When you get hands on with the rift s can you check out if the foam facial interface can be replaced and if the rubber nose guard is removable. I had huge problems with fogging on the rift until I replaced the foam with the interface you recommended which cleared the problem immediately. The rift s looks like a potential facial sauna at the moment which for me would make it a no brainer avoid. To be honest the rift s is a mixed bag anyway so I would be iffy at getting one but ditching the sensors would make life a whole lot easier where I use it.

[@jtm7336]

Hey Mike, my laptop only has an HDMI port. Do you think it will work with Rift s? The Rift s has a display port cable and not HDMI like all of the other headsets. My laptop passed the compatibility test.

[@thenam3less]

I love my rift right now except the headphone issues that keep dropping on the right side but I don't see this as an upgrade. But like you said: "cheaper for the masses". However, with that being said, I don't see a cheaper price to even offer this to the masses. It is a nice package for not having sensors and setting up anywhere. I, unfortunately, am prejudging this as a failure which is sad for me to say because I normally don't prejudge. I think this is going to give HTC the opportunity to steal the leading edge in the VR market or others like HP VR headset I just read about. I was hoping this was going to be an upgrade. Now I think I will be looking more at what others have to offer.

[@IKvASS]

It's not really that cheap either, you can have a WMR for half the price on sale, and they are pretty much on par...

[@Yeddie]

Im mad about them taking the OG headset off of shelves, I was planning on getting a rift during the summer but now I might not be able to

[@killjoydod4937]

There's always E-Bay!! With the new ones coming out, there should be a ton of used originals competing for lowest price!

[@Yeddie]

@@killjoydod4937 Yeah but they are (so far) over priced and used, I'd prefer to get a brand-new one

[@ridebywire6712]

I had the DK1 and waited since. Thats the Headset i waited for. Inside Out Tracking, less Screendoor and Controllers for a reasonable price. I will buy it.

[@thenotsurechannel7630]

I'm curious if you can wear the headset for any game and at minimum, simply be immersed in it and still use the keyboard and mouse to control what ever game you're playing. That being said, do you have to get VR specific games for it to work? And for the hell of asking, could the headset completely replace the need for a monitor at all?

[@mm-rj3vo]

What does S stand for? Sub-par hand tracking area?

[@Drinnan]

Shill edition

[@solhsa]

I guess it's a alien/aliens joke.

[@fragfmgill]

This is for ppl who havn't got a Rift, current Rift users won't get much out of this.

[@thestaticshow6737]

Thank you. That was the information I needed. I have no previous experience with VR, and a capable gaming pc.

[@abramo7700]

i’m purchasing this one, as the rift is foing out of stock and the vive is too expensive, i guess im jut getting a downgrade but well it’s my first

[@abramo7700]

perpendurcular 720 yeah i have a particularly well pc so im probably getting it during black friday if there’s a sale lol

[@KitelessRex]

I have an original HTC Vive, my partner has a Rift. We both like both of them a lot. I'll be holding onto my Vive and I imagine the Rift will continue it's use here too. Based on the name, and like you pointed out, it's obviously not a proper Rift 2. That said I think the Rift S will be great for people who want to get info PC tethered VR. I'll be waiting for what ever comes out next from Valve/HTC, however that's coming out. I also have an Oculus Go and love it. I take it to parties and friends house to show off what I feel is the very infancy of standalone VR. Great video as always. Cheers!

[@Pietruz3000]

VERY USEFULL! Please tell me how you can keep me focused on your videos ahahhaha. I have to say it again, you voice is soooooooooooo goood!

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Thanks very much mate, I really appreciate it []-)

[@ButterKing-28]

The Halo stile strap reminds me of the deluxe HTC VIVE strap but no epic headphones.

[@solid_justice5855]

and that one reminds me of PSVR

[@1337pianoman]

It's clearly entirely focused on reducing the barrier to entry. It's a modest upgrade in resolution and optics, but a downgrade in pretty much everything else. Even the tracking solution, though definitely more convenient, has more controller tracking deadspots. I'm glad that's their focus at the moment because that's the way to grow the user base. I just won't personally be 'upgrading' (really more of a sidegrade). I'll hold off for the real upgrade with eye tracking, foveatated rendering, significant resolution bump and varifocal lenses which I'm guessing is 2 years away.

[@evolicious]

Its still out of reach for most people because it requires a vr-ready PC. Not only do most people feel they can't afford one, they don't know how to use one, let alone, take care of it. The quest is for the normies. The Rift S was supposed to be for us and Oculus has basically said to us, "fuck you, stop asking about enthusiast grade hardware, we only care about money and we want everyone that actually cares about high-end VR, out of the company".

[@bricaaron3978]

@EVOLICIOUS *'"...we only care about money and we want everyone that actually cares about high-end VR, out of the company".'* It's Facebook. I mean...is this surprising? I believe that if people forced themselves to say "Facebook Rift" instead of "Oculus rift", their perceptions would generally align better with reality.

[@bumpsy2358]

It is going to cost more than the rift does now, and with less features and appeal.#sucker move for suckers

[@1337pianoman]

@@evolicious They're still working on a Rift 2. Even what they've already shown from their experiments and prototypes is super promising. You're right that the Rift isn't for the average user. I think the rift s is targeting basically the same demographics as cv1 - people that already have gaming PCs. But the minimum reqs are much more within reach now so more people can jump in without upgrading

[@Cooe.]

Lol well this sure aged like shit! 🤣 Oculus Insight absolutely ROFLSTOMPS the CV1's external IR cameras for tracking accuracy & speed. Like it's not even close... And to truly get "better deadspot coverage" w/ a CV1 setup than insight on Rift S or Quest required a stupid expensive & hassle to setup FOUR sensor setup, MINIMUM!

[@MuffinManProductions3D]

Like the change to your logo in the intro!

[@PorkMarshmallow]

I’m excited for the Rift S. I use three sensors and my room is almost too large to calibrate those in the way I would like. My biggest question is do you think this will make Mixed-Reality easier to achieve? I would love to easily be able to set all of that up. Right now it still seems to be a setup nightmare.

[@maxzanzs2632]

you were saying that if we wanted to know anything so here i am... are they going to make a oculus certified wireless adapter for rift???

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Good question, I'll ask but no doubt they'll say nothing can be confirmed at this time []-)

[@maxzanzs2632]

thx sooo much

[@jaithecreator7650]

I can't wait for sword art online 😭

[@anarchypredator]

Oh yeah, more the headset, play while you sleep, perfect time saving :)

[@zeloidic5972]

Fax

[@jimmyjoe1488]

Honestly, I hope it doesn't come until we have proper full-dive. The experience will be mediocre without it.

[@DarkSunGameplay]

@@jimmyjoe1488 What we see in Sword Art Online won't be happening for centuries to come, if it ever does. Just saying. My guess is that the companies developing the technology will just milk it dry, rather than realize its full potential.

[@jimmyjoe1488]

MechanicalLens You never know, there could be a breakthrough. (but I doubt there will be) Even so, I wouldn't want to experience it until I can experience it properly, even if that means I *never* get to experience it.

[@nyct.o]

Dont rage at me pls. But i'm not so sure about all the spec things, how much of a visible downgrade is the screens? And if it' not to much visibly, isn't it worth it for the AR, and the headset tracking, i now that it causes some issues, but it's still good. And maybe they could add sensors just for extra

[@spongesonic20]

YAY NEW VR OASIS VID still was hoping for a quest announcement

[@barthez_]

So they are exchanging some well working solutions on new questionable ones? Ok, Oculus...

[@WhereNerdyisCool]

All the other reviews I've seen all seem to say the same..."Meh..." If you have a rift, not worth upgrading. If you do not...go get it.

[@Sumatchi]

I don't know about that. I have a standard Rift and honestly the lack of Sensors alone may be worth upgrading for me. Along with convenience of adjustment of head piece. I'll wait until it comes out and gets some reviews beforehand, but those are huge for me.

[@WhereNerdyisCool]

It really depends on what you game. For me, it's entirely my PC flight sim DCS World. I'm seated and not walking around like other games. So, the sensors being gone wouldn't be bad...but unless there's some impressive resolution changes...I'm skipping :)

[@Sumatchi]

@@WhereNerdyisCool Sensors being gone for me free up a couple of the USB slots. meaning that I wouldn't have to use my external 4 bay USB just to play games with my flight sim pedals/throttle/joystick. It draws too much power and prevents my eye tracker from loading if I have too many USB slots full anyways.

[@bumpsy2358]

@@Sumatchi no way in hell is this a viable replacement for the rift. The samsung odyessy is already here with bettter specs and bought for $299.

[@Sumatchi]

@@bumpsy2358 can odyssey be hooked to the PC and play all the steam games etc? I dont know much about that one. Only vive and oculus

[@zainhaider8362]

With no external sensor requirements will it be possible to connect the rift to a steam link? Then my PC can be upstairs and I can rift in the larger main living room downstairs.

[@Hekachu]

Good job on the excellent and informative video once again, you're my go-to channel for VR content. Looking forward to hands-on impressions on the Rift S!

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Thanks mate! I really appreciate the comment []-)

[@Laio95]

I'm sceptical about the screen and the tracking. These are my main concern. Well, now I just have to save lots of money and buy a vive xD just kidding, I'll keep my oculus rift forever if the "upgrade" is a no sensor tracking LCD headset (and with shitty audio)

[@pkilljoy5797]

people who claim this as a downgrade need to get checked... theres sidegrades about it sure, but 80hz feels no different than 90 (even 72 feels the same) and the audio system in go is impressive as heck. bringing the costs down has been oculus' goal since they released, and they just made another step into being able to do that further. I can see this headset being 299 before the holidays

[@marloiv]

@@gumzster I agree, this just seems so disappointing.

[@pkilljoy5797]

@@jonathandixon2736 check again?

[@maskofman7350]

​@@gumzster sure because you got to put it on and judge it. people at GDC are saying the screen is overall better (except the color, which is not that bad). the refresh rate is negligible. don't take my words for it, im just saying what people at GDC said

[@henrymunnich1648]

I found a very great deal on a 240hz monitor so I have developed FPS snob syndrome as a result. I still haven't touched VR at all so I have a question for people with experience with VR: Would you recommend the older higher refresh rate model or are the screen door and god rays noticeable enough to accept a higher price and ~11% refresh rate loss? (I would be buying a used rift so it would definitely be cheaper)

[@808Mark]

16 ft/5m cable is VERY nice! Won't need extension cables anymore! Very good job on this video Mike! This is the best polished video on Rift S ive seen so far

[@captainvirtuality]

It looks like Oculus wants to optimise investment of the Quest by reusing compounds on the rift to keep pricing down on both devices including Go. Purpose to make VR more easy and affordable. Unfortunately it appears to shift with some downgrade of original rift capabilities. New age for Oculus away from original projet ?

[@kakkak1]

I've been wanting to jump into the vr headsets but i wanted to wait for the ''next gen'', yet they still haven't come out with one.

[@Smalliced]

Maybe start with a Quest like me and then go for any PC Headset later on, Maybe the community manages it to port the quest to PC~ going for the Quest seems the least risky step into vr for me ^^

[@EvangelinaGaming]

I ordered my rift, so excited!

[@abbyd2939]

vr hands tings hehe

[@MadfugginMax]

so can anyone tell me how the new audio feed sounds compared to the built in headphones on the old model, is it for better or for worse or same same?. does not matter i already ordered the rift S im just curious, plus ill be using my own headphones cause i got some half decent ones if i think the audio sucks.

[@kurisu7885]

I have a lack of room so the original Rift was already a hard pass for me because of all of the external equipment needed, I simply have no room for it. That aside I already have a WMR headset.

[@zeke7515]

It's essentially the same thing as a WMR headset now because of the Inside out (Insight) tracking. Still with that said, there are better WMR Headsets available like the Samsung Odyssey

[@kurisu7885]

@@zeke7515 True. I have the one from Acer, probably not the best but wanted to start somewhere.

[@evolicious]

All the external equipment? You mean two tiny cameras? What are you talking about?

[@kurisu7885]

@@evolicious Eheh, in the space I have right now those two tiny cameras would take up more room than one might think.

[@evolicious]

@@kurisu7885 holy shit. Are you an ant? You do know that rift sensors are smaller than your hand, right? Like, you would literally have to live in a shoe box to not have room. Seriously?

[@guyverdio]

If they gave the quest the ability to plug into a pc then the quest would have covered the 'average consumer' on both platforms and be super versatile. Then they could have made a high end pc version for enthusiasts. Instead we essentially have 2 quests (mobile variant and pc variant) and enthusiasts get nothing. Very disappointing.

[@alexxk4352]

I totally think the same. They had such a huge chance and missed it totally...

[@mrnimbus730]

That's a great review. Exactly what I was searching for on the new rift. Cheers!

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Cheers Matt []-)

[@rastvr9294]

I wanna buy my first headset but I have no idea which one to get, there's a lot of crisscrossing information and after this video, I'm just even more confused on what I should get is there any video or website that can help with figuring out whats the best one for me.

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

I should have a video lined up soon with all the info you need []-)

[@regisdrift]

Why they removed the adjustable IPD, this is such a downgrade

[@dyl46225]

Regis Souza, while many think it was removed, Oculus actually just moved it to the Oculus program itself, no physical dial this time.

[@A_Small_Game_Cat]

I'm a glasses wearer and a PSVR user looking to upgrade to PCVR..I'm excited for the Oculus Rift S.. Looks exactly like what I need

[@Gorilla_Jones]

Eyebrow raised

[@jamesrock3443]

Always appreciate the latest insights you provide. I primarily use my Rift for sim racing. Interested to see how the Rift S handles titles like PCars 2 and Dirt Rally.

[@frankiecuellar]

I don't get it was supposed to be the difference between the quest in the S? From the looks of things I think you're just be okay with just the quest? Being how they're the same price and you don't need a cp for the quest?

[@ryanchan207]

can just buy WMR for similar spec around 200

[@bumpsy2358]

@yantsan chan or better specs (samsung oydessy ) for less

[@ryanchan207]

@@bumpsy2358 Exactly, I think samsung oydessy is the best WMR so far

[@Kamel419]

@@bumpsy2358 samsung odyssey is not cheaper than this

[@marcusschumacher7579]

I had a PSVR and I can tell you the halo head strap is garbage. Quest for me please :D

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

I also own PSVR which I really enjoy but l also prefer the Rift comfort []-)

[@MrBreakthompson]

I have PSVR and returned a just bought Rift because i thought it sat like crap. Funny how people can totally different experiences with these things

[@Dakarai_Knight]

Virtual Reality Oasis I always preferred the psvr strap personally but it’s all preference I guess

[@ItsSLEEPY13]

I like the fact that this will be the new default pc headset (for oculus) and getting rid of the of oculus, it’s like keeping it organized if that makes any sense, so not to many old Vr headsets are out are still out and stock taking up space on what can be better. Even thou it seems like a refresh.

[@thesockthief7501]

Hey Mike, Is the quality of the audio on the quest any good?

[@shemekings6151]

Glad I bought my rift when I did. 80hz is a bigger deal than many might think

[@BFancybones]

From what I've heard, the jump from 90 to 80 is almost unnoticeable.

[@MrBreakthompson]

Source?

[@JB0lant3]

In terms of virtual reality and frames per second, it is significant. However, a jump from 90Hz to 80 Hz is almost unrecognizable. If it was perhaps an extra 15Hz difference - not 10Hz, then yes. But even in VR, the 10 Hz difference is not almost undetectable.

[@shemekings6151]

Thomas V. It says in the vid. Unless you’re asking about the difference’s effect on people. I play a lot of vr, and can tell when it dips. Even slight dips throw you off the experience

[@thefalseking4815]

Seems like a downgrade to me im glad I bought the rift when I could

[@CBGENESIS]

Jasper Beekman same

[@remmahsroht]

And I hope my Touch will stay in good shape, cause I don't want those new touch controller. I love my archery games, and this inverted torus will be in the way.

[@nrosko]

It is a down grade. It's supposed to be a lower tier VRPC headset. Hopefully they announce the rift 2 in September that will probably be £600 or more.

[@SheepAmongG.O.A.T]

Lol down grade. You guys are crazy

[@thefalseking4815]

@@SheepAmongG.O.A.T lcd

[@mikeym.268]

Literally just ordered a Rift today before seeing any of this news, felt bad at first and wish I would have waited but now not feeling so bad.

[@Solidfreeman01]

Finally someone who gets it! The whole correct picture about the flaws of rift s! Great Video!

[@JayKay4347]

This is very disappointing I was holding out on buying a VR, waiting to see what the next gen RIFT would be but looks like i should have jest got the old one all along.

[@Sneak693]

Yep lol. A true 2.0 in vr is awhile away yet

[@theeccentrictripper3863]

If you really feel like jumping in you better do it now or start robbing banks to get a Vive. I got the very last one in my entire metropolitan area, possibly the last in the state today; I had to call everywhere to find it and even then it was an hour's drive away. The Microsoft guy clearly wanted it for himself, he was giving me all kinds of strange excuses why the S and Quest or either of the Vives would be better choices.

[@brickman409]

This seems like 2 steps forward, and 8 steps backward. The choices made here are absolutely baffling. I'm sure it will be a decent headset, and the drop in refresh rate shouldn't be too noticeable, but the fact that we are getting a downgrade in that department at all is just unacceptable. It's been three years, if anything that should have improved. I was really expecting something like 120 hz. And not having that unified USB type C connector is also confusing. If they went with Type C, it would be extremely easy and cheap to convert to USB and HDMI/DP/whatever the hell you want. They could even throw an adapter in the box. Having display port instead of HDMI on the connector is also frustrating if you have a PC with an HDMI port in the front. Manufacturers put those ports on PCs almost specifically for the Rift and now the new Rift won't work with it. I know the cable will be replaceable, but you just know it's going to be a proprietary connector like on the current Rift, so you are going to have to buy an expensive ass cable that you can only get from Facebook. Kind of a pain in the ass just for the convenience of not having to connect your new rift to the back of your PC.(although tbf you can just get an HDMI to DP adapter for like $5 on Amazon, but still it's more shit to buy). Oh, and then the panel in the Rift S is going to be the same as the panel in the Go??? What the fuck is that about??? Why doesn't it have the same resolution as the Quest? They're both the same price and the Rift S doesn't have any processor in it or anything! If anything it should have a higher refresh rate version of the Quest panels. Well, at least they made my decision of whether to get the Rift S or the Quest a whole lot easier. And the old Rift will probably be a lot cheaper now too. Look at the bright side.

[@maskofman7350]

have you ever seen the oculus go though? its display is seen as better than the Rift...

[@brickman409]

@@maskofman7350 Tbf I haven't tried the Go. I'm sure it's good, and true, it is higher resolution than the Rift. But still, it's not as good as the screen in the Quest. Considering that the Quest is the same price as the Rift S, there's no reason that the Quest should have a better screen. And there's no reason that the $400 Rift S should have the same screen as the Go which is half it's price. While the downgrade in refresh rate from the Rift to the Rift S may be minimal, and might not even be very noticeable, there is absolutely no reason there should be any downgrade at all. Like, that's not how technology works! Things should be getting better, not worse! Even if it is only slightly.

[@BB-nq5cx]

they wont sell the cv1 anymore now

[@brickman409]

@@BB-nq5cx That's why I'm hanging onto mine lol

[@Ryan-tn4gk]

So i am going to ask the people here: If i was already of thinking of getting an oculus, should i go for the regular or the S? Cause on one hand, i get the headset tracking and i dont have to setup cameras (which is nice cause i live in an apartment) but the older one is cheaper and has a better screen/oled. Which should i get?

[@rosabellewakefield5444]

the Rift S is virtually a downgrade is practically every way. the original Rift is better, but tbh at this rate, I'd get a Vive or Vive Pro. the Vive seems to be having a longer longevity.

[@parappathekappa]

This is great. I just bought a Rift and am thinking about returning it in exchange for a new S, primarily for the enhanced graphics features. I'm getting into flight sims, and reading the panels and display text is super hard with my current setup, even after optimizing all the specs, and with a 1080 graphics card. I'm hoping that the new S will sharpen up the text on games like XFlight so that it's easier to read the gauges and do instrument intensive flying that's required for IFR. Any details you could get during your visit would be super insightful! Folks like @STING TV and @SweViver might also be interested to hear about your experiences.

[@pastrie42]

I'm really disappointed that they didn't make any product that appeals to the current rift users. I'm legit bummed about headsets right now. The Original Rift is still the best fit for me out of the current options. VR isn't dead, but this week my passion towards VR has decreased. I have 400 bucks that I'm saving for a vacation now instead if a new VR headset or games. I'm not going to invest in very many new games either, as it feels bad to reward Oculus by buying their games. Maybe I'll get over this, but if valve doesn't come through, VR might lose it's luster compared to other hobbies I could invest in.

[@stayloxHD]

Rift v2 will likley be announced around 2020 2021

[@evilhomer11]

i agree man how many years have vr been out now and how many full games with 100hrs+ playtime to complete do we have>? really disappointed they seem to make all these headsets and forget to make anything worthwhile to do on them. i basically only use mine to play beat saber and watch netflix.. i love VR ... buti just wish they would focus more on games.. and leave the minimal upgrade headset until they are ready to release rift 2.

[@thealexguy1486]

I'm really disappointed with the new headset design I have the Lenovo Explorer and it gives me a headache after a while with too much forehead pressure, and now oculus are using the same design!

[@ryc2236]

thealexguy1 although there is a top strap, but I have no idea how effective it actually is for longer sessions

[@thealexguy1486]

@@ryc2236 that is true I didn't notice the top strap, however I'm still gonna get the quest anyway

[@ParadiseDecay]

Awesome recap Mike!

[@DuoRekt]

I preordered it Rift S today, i dont own a VR set and i do have a strong gaming pc, and a big open living room (there is a whole in the wall for cables). I also cant wait longer to get one, i just wanna play something in vr like beat saber. So for me it looks perfect only having 1 good cable and ill use earplugs or the living room speakers. I do get that the spect leave room for improvement but i wanted to ask, did i waste money or was this is good buy for me. Cause a lot of comments are negative.

[@nathanrooney2027]

My computer can’t even run Microsoft word 2010. So there is no chance it could run steam vr :(. Oculus quest it is lol (:

[@VirtualRealityOasis]

Quest is great []-)

[@jaybruce593]

Good insightful video, but the actual rift S, leaves me cold :-( Which is a real shame as I've been very excited about what Ocu;us' answer to the Vive Pro would be, and the answer seemingly is a sidegrade from the mobile phone based branch of their technology tree. I say this as it strikes me that the oculus go was an evolution of the Samsung Gear VR, which in turn spawned the quest, and from the specs the Rift S looks like a modified quest.

[@FACrazyCanuck]

Wondering if prescription glasses designed to connect inside the Rift will be compatible with the S? How long will the rift be supported with software updates once S is released? If you could source answers to these questions I would appreciate it.

[@WhiteFlare]

I’m glad I got the original rift for Christmas. Seems like the best rift in the lineup for me.

[@evilhomer11]

yup rift is the best .. rift s is just not anything impressive.. i dont even know why they would make it.

[@rudlzavedno7279]

Look on the bright side of life. At least we know what S stands for. It's so obvious now: Oculus S(hit) Augustus once said: "I found Rome a city of bricks and left it a city of marble." Mark Zuckerberg can now proudly paraphrase his quote: "I bought Oculus a company of marble and left it as the company of Shit."

[@adamadamm6996]

Oculus S hit???

[@drewmileham202]

@@adamadamm6996 he means oculus s(hit) as oculus shit

[@marloiv]

I'm not the only one that thinks this is a downgrade, right?

[@evolicious]

Because it is. It's a refresh kit for new consumers.

[@SavageGTI]

Does this tracking work in the dark? with the oculus rift and sensors you can game in total darkness. I will probably stick with my oculus until a 2.0 comes out.

[@bluecider911]

Yes it works in the dark. The cameras utilise IR tracking allowing for a gaming in total darkness to be played.

[@FlixTubeShorts]

thx bro I love you-you helped me really much foreal bro thx I love you

[@rudlzavedno7279]

Palmer Lucky run away just in time. Some Oculus fan could beat him up over Oculus S(hit) release if he was still in charge.

[@FalconLX911]

Rudl Za Vedno yep just what I was thinking. I could only imagine Lucky put up a fight trying to get a good new vr HMD and told them they can take their job and shove it after seeing this corporate greed driven POS. I just deleted my FB account!

[@zeke7515]

Leave it to Facebook to figure out what the consumer "wants".

[@whiteguy9277]

Since the rift will go off sale does that mean I can’t buy anymore sensors?

[@duramirez]

So for new buyer is it worth to wait this to come out? or perhaps get a cheaper Rift after this is released?

[@stranger.granger]

The Rift S is their way to get rid of their stock pile of Oculus Go panels.

[@I-Know-Best]

Sera Phina but didn’t oculus go sales exceeded all expectations? Why would they have a stockpile?

[@stranger.granger]

@@I-Know-Best Maybe what they're saying and what they initially thought are two different things? Why are they putting inferior panels in their new enthusiast headset? Their portable Quest has better panels, even though it's an android device.

[@maskofman7350]

funny because Go sold more than Rift, and literally everyone says that its display is better

[@stranger.granger]

@@maskofman7350 it's an 80hz LCD. sure, lower screen door effect. But the original rift has a diagonal screen door effect that to me gives it more of an antialiasing effect making the image look less pixelated. Which is why I prefer my oculus rift over my vive, because vive looks so pixelated in comparison. Also, people are saying the Rift S has a slightly lower FoV than the original Rift (even though oculus said 'slightly higher'). FoV is very important for immersion. This is not an upgrade.

[@MS-1994]

Disappointing. Invest in the technology with true AAA titles and cutting edge hardware, Oculus. I'm a Rift owner looking for a real upgrade; this isn't it.

[@evilhomer11]

agree... we have yet to have a good fully fleshed out game in VR... just counltess early access never finished vr demos.. with 3 - 5 hours playtime .. we want 100hour playtime games ..

[@litten4112]

Well Its Named Rift *S* For A Reason Like The Xbox One And Xbox One S

[@paijrow]

Since the new controllers will work with the original rift will the sensors track them better than the original controllers?

[@martinschemmel84]

it would interest me if they'll have an optional wifi connector like the Vive does? I mean like do they want to keep this option open with the new headset or will it deffinatly be cabled throughout the coming generation?