The Zappar ZapBox is an affordable smartphone mixed reality headset manufactured by Zappar, a manufacturer based in the UK.

The ZapBox is an MR HMD built for mobile phones based on Google Cardboard. However, it is designed for mixed reality experiences. Furthermore, users can experience room-scale VR.

The crowdfunded mixed reality product ships with the cardboard headset, cardboard controllers, cardboard markers used to map the space, and a lens adapter. Users also have access to the ZapBox app.

This budget MR headset works with Android and iOS smartphones that are compatible with Google Cardboard. In addition, the phone’s display size should be between 4.5 and 6 inches.

ZapBox main features

• ZapBox app: provides users with tailored MR content for the wearable headset.
• Cardboard controllers: provide users with more intuitive control for MR experiences.
• Adjustable head strap: for better user comfort.

Zappar ZapBox price

This Zappar ZapBox smartphone MR headset is available at the manufacturer price of $30.

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