ZapBox Zappar
| Basic specs | Price: $ 3026 €23 £3,390 ¥ |
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| Manufacturer | Zappar |
| Category | Mixed reality |
| Requirement | Android, iOS |
| Resolution | — |
| Field of view (FOV) | — |
| Release date | 2018 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Full specs |
Zappar ZapBox review
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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General |
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| Model | ZapBox |
| Manufacturer | Zappar |
| Metascore We index ratings and reviews from trusted sources to calculate a reliable aggregate rating we call "metascore". | — |
| Price | $ 3026 €23 £3,390 ¥ |
| Release date | 2018 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Status | Available |
| Category | Mixed reality |
| Requirement | Android, iOS |
| Content platform | Apple Store, Google Play Store |
Display |
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| Display type | — |
| Resolution | — |
| Refresh rate | — |
| Field of view (FOV) | — |
| Field of view (vertical) | — |
VR/AR Experience |
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| Room scale The device is able to precisely position itself in 3D within a given room volume. Also called 6DoF. | Yes |
| 360° tracking The minimum capability required to produce an immersive experience. Also called 3DoF. | Yes |
| Positional tracking Positional tracking allows the device to precisely position itself. | Yes |
| Built-in front camera A front facing cameras allows to see the real world without taking the device off. | No |
| Eye tracking Tracking the user’s gaze to improve image sharpness and detail specifically where the user is looking. | No |
| Hand tracking Hand tracking allows direct interactions with hand gestures, without requiring controllers. | No |
| Proximity sensor The proximity sensor detects when the headset is on the user’s face and can pause the headset when the users removes it. | No |
| 3D scanning | No |
Features |
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| Usable with glasses | No |
| Cooling system | No |
| Built-in headphones | No |
| Built-in microphone | No |
Controllers |
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| Optional controller | Cardboard Controller |
| Compatible with third-party controllers | No |
Compatibility |
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| Min CPU (Processor) | — |
| Min GPU (Graphic Processor) | — |
| Min RAM (Memory) | — |
| OS | — |
| Screen size (mobile) | 4.5 - 6 inches |
| OS (mobile) | Android, iOS |
Hardware |
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| Weight | — |
| Dimensions | — |
| Battery life | — |
| Fit | — |
| Build materials | — |
| IPD adjustment | No |
| Lens-to-eye adjustment | No |
Connectivity |
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| USB | No |
| Micro USB | No |
| DisplayPort | No |
| mini DisplayPort | No |
| HDMI | No |
| Micro SD Card | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Wifi | No |
