[TAIPEI, Taiwan] 11 July: XRSPACE, the company pioneering the next generation of social reality, has joined forces with Taiwan’s External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) to launch the first Global Trade Show in 5G XR. With global trade shows and commerce devastated by the COVID-19 crisis, TAITRA will be leveraging XRSPACE’s MANOVA VR platform and device in not only bringing Taiwan’s products and brands to the global spotlight, but also with launching new worldwide exhibition initiatives.

XRSPACE MANOVA virtual reality standalone headset is on-shelf and available on the 15th July 2020. XRSPACE MANOVA headset will be bundled with Taiwan first operator Chunghwa Telecom’s 5G subscription plan, for only USD 59. This offer gives regular consumers access to a wide range of VR experiences and is available exclusively at Chunghwa Telecom stores in Taiwan starting 15th July. 

Unlike other VR devices, with which the user buys pure hardware and still has to spend USD 100 - USD 200 to buy maybe 10 apps. XRSPACE MANOVA will come with more than 400 all kinds of virtual spaces, social contents, top-notch first-ever amazing 360 videos, magicLOHAS, games, education, meetings, and music for free.

TAITRA chairman James Huang, said: “Today, we celebrate TAITRA’s 50 years of excellence, and its leading XR digital revolution through 5G connection. We are glad to partner with XRSPACE in changing how global exhibitions are held. With the world’s first 5G XR Trade Show, TAITRA will be taking the great first step in building the next milestone of global commerce.”

XRSPACE founder Peter Chou, said: “Partnering with TAITRA, XRSPACE is supporting global brands and companies with new XR trade show possibilities. From building dedicated 3D showrooms, 3D models of products, virtual sales agent, to XR meeting and communication tools that defies distance, we would like to invite partners from all industries to join us in harnessing the power of innovation enabled by 5G XR. Together we will deliver the best products and talent to the forefront of the global stage.”

A New XR Trade Show, Powered by the First 5G Mobile VR Headset and Platform 

The XR Trade Show Initiative will be realized through the XRSPACE MANOVA headset and VR platform. The XRSPACE MANOVA headset is the smallest, lightest, yet one of the most powerful VR standalone headsets using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset. As the first 5G-capable standalone device, the XRSPACE headset is fully portable anywhere with a 5G, LTE, or WiFi connection. It is also the world’s first VR device to employ hand-tracking as the default control method, requiring no complicated setups or complicated hardware specifications, XRSPACE users may simply put on the device and start exploring the virtual space right away. It still supports 6DoF controller for some specific usages.

The XR Trade Show Initiative by TAITRA and XRSPACE will be hosted on the XRSPACE MANOVA platform, offering guests around the world an easily accessible experience beyond the limits of physical distance. With true-to-life 3D models and lifelike sales agents, guests may interact with one another in real time. Bringing the best products and brands to the global audience in this post-pandemic era.

XRSPACE Welcomes 5G XR Collaborations From All Industries

Delivering a next-generation VR experience through global telecom giants such as Taiwan’s Chunghwa Telecom, XRSPACE is actively seeking more collaborations in numerous industries to deliver multi-aspect immersive experiences to the mass market consumer. From education, entertainment, travel, banking, to sports, arts, fashion, music, and furniture decorations. XRSPACE is calling for all brands who are interested in entering the VR space to join forces, delivering innovative products in the new 5G XR era.

XRSPACE President Sting Tao, said: “Ever since XRSPACE product announcement on 26th of May, we are very fortunate to have received incredible support and inquiries from partners of diverse fields and industries, willing to create new value offerings in the 5G XR era with XRSPACE’s solutions. We are glad to announce second wave partnerships with Taiwan Mobile myVideo, Taipei Fubon Bank, Bank SinoPac, Banana Man LINE Sticker franchise, BAZAAR, ELEVEN SPORTS, ELLE, Fubon Guardians Baseball Team, GoPro, JPTIT, Just Sleep, KKBOX, Lifetour, Philharmonic Radio Taipei, Super360, Taipei Veterans Hospital Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, Wellspring by Silks, Women's Health, Wondercise, Yahoo TV and many more established brands in exploring the virtual space through the innovative XRSPACE MANOVA platform.”

KKBOX said: “We’re very excited to partner with XRSPACE and together we’re looking forward to building the new content ecosystem. With imminent launch of 5G, combining with XR technology, KKBOX can deliver new types of music and entertainment experiences to users. XRSPACE MANOVA is a very exciting platform for the next generation music and content experience, and through advanced avatar technology, star celebrities will have new opportunities to create, engage and interact with their fans.”  

LiTV chairman Chien Ta-wei said: “As the largest OTT media platform in Taiwan, we are glad to partner with XRSPACE in bringing digital media experiences to the next level. XRSPACE's social VR platform offers unique ways for friends to interact and enjoy content without the limits of time and distance. In this brand new 5G era, LiTV believes this partnership with XRSPACE will create synergistic value through exciting viewing experiences.”

Availability

The all-in-one virtual reality device XRSPACE MANOVA is available at USD 59 starting July 2020 at all Chunghwa Telecom retailers with the Chunghwa Telecom 5G subscription package. For more information, please visit the Chunghwa Telecom website. To learn about future collaborations with carriers and partners, please visit the XRSPACE website.  

About XRSPACE

XRSPACE launched the world’s first portable VR device with 5G connectivity – XRSPACE MANOVA. Under its light and stylish exterior, its Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor packs a punch. As the first VR headset with preset hand tracking technology, XRSPACE MANOVA doesn’t need controllers or a complicated setup. Just slip it on and with a wave of your hand start exploring virtual reality. The device connects to 5G, 4G, or Wi-Fi networks, so you can just step into the XRSPACE MANOVA interactive world anytime, anywhere.