Possible HTC Vive Flow leaks may have revealed an early look at the product ahead of tomorrow’s official reveal.
Twitter leakster evleaks posted a number of images of what could be promotional materials for the device online today. The images note that the device costs $499 and launches in early November. HTC hasn’t confirmed their legitimacy so take them with a pinch of salt for now, though the images were also shared by The Verge.
HTC Vive Flow Leaks?
Miss me, @HTC? pic.twitter.com/hB7iPLLCHk
— E (@evleaks) October 12, 2021
If they are real, though, Flow indeed looks to be the evolution of HTC’s Project Proton concept it showed off in early 2020. It’s an ultra-slim VR headset that looks a little like a mix between glasses and ski goggles, with frames that rest on your ears rather than a full-on strap to fit to your head.
Some images show a user’s phone being used as a controller for the device, too.
— E (@evleaks) October 13, 2021
Various other images hint at details like built-in audio and an active cooling system. Some also show the device with a wire running from the frames, but it’s unclear what it’s connected to.
If these images are indeed real then it’s possible that Flow is similar to older, 3DOF headsets like the Oculus Go in terms of functionality, just with a dramatically reduced form factor. Your phone could replicate a 3DOF controller with ease and many of the apps spotted in the leaks are also on Go and Gear VR (though these could all be placeholders). HTC Vive China President Alvin Wang Graylin also seemed the acknowledge the leaks in a recent tweet.
Attend the launch event and find out ALL the REAL details. 😜
Last day to sign up! Check out the virtual venue we designed especially for this event. Can access via VR, PC, Mac, & phones. #GowiththeFlow @htcvive #VR #ImmerssiveGlasses https://t.co/0woFIvvhcr pic.twitter.com/XN0BEGQLKF— Alvin Wang Graylin (汪丛青) (@AGraylin) October 13, 2021
We’ll have to wait and see if there’s any validity to the leaks when HTC reveals the device tomorrow. What do you make of these possible HTC Vive Flow leaks? Let us know in the comments below.
