HTC has just announced its brand new VR headset, the Vive Focus Vision, and instead of directly going after the Meta Quest's crown (and price point), it seems to be setting itself up as an "everything headset" closer to what Apple did earlier this year… except good.

The VR headset boasts a high-resolution display (5K with 2448x2448 pixels per eye) and a 90-hertz refresh rate, providing clear and smooth visuals. This is a must for using immersive learning experiences while reducing eyestrain. Its patented dual-driver speaker design delivers 3D spatial sound.

With passthrough cameras, eye tracking and higher-res displays, the Vive Focus Vision XR could meet pro needs.

HTC's new headset looks familiar, but includes major quality of life improvements that keep it competitive -- including a $999 price tag.

It feels like a long time since we've had a new HTC Vive VR headset to get excited about, and it feels even longer since the brand has launched a device specifically designed for VR gaming on a PC. In the years since the HTC Vive 2 Pro and the HTC Vive XR Elite released,