Orange launches Virtual Reality headset and application to make high-quality VR accessible for everyone

Tuesday, November 15, 2016 — Today Orange launches the Orange VR1 headset, a virtual reality device that goes beyond gaming and makes virtual reality experiences available for everyone, not only the happy few, thanks to its affordable price and its compatibility with a large range of smartphones. In a nutshell, the perfect Christmas gift…

The Orange VR1 headset has high-quality lenses to protect the eyes and avoid fatigue. It also differentiates itself by the built-in hi-fi headphones to guarantee an impeccable sound, so no external headphone or earplugs are needed. The device also offers a wide viewing angle of 120° (instead of the 101° with traditional VR devices).

Whereas most VR headsets are not always very comfortable, the Orange VR1 headset weighs only 415 grams and has a leather face cushion to ensure a perfect fit without any uncomfortable pressure thanks to the adjustable head strap. It also prevents light leakage and reflection.

The Orange VR1 headset is compatible with a wide range of smartphones (4.7 to 6”) on any OS. The device is available from the Orange shops and at www.orange.be. Thanks to a special launch offer of 39 euros (incl. 2 years warranty), the Orange VR1 headset is the perfect gift for under this year’s Christmas tree.

Exclusive experience thanks to dedicated Orange app

Accompanying the headset is the ‘Orange VR 360’ application (for iOS/Android) which allows customers to use VR tutorials to ensure a quick and easy set-up, plus immediate access to 360 video content and services so they can experience real-life moments. With the app they can discover amazing videos, games and other stunning experiences and Orange will gradually add more content in the coming months.

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About Orange Belgium

Orange Belgium is one of the major telecommunication operators on the Belgian market, with revenues of 1,749 million euros in 2023 and over 3 million customers on 31 December 2023, and in Luxembourg, via its subsidiary Orange Communications Luxembourg. Thanks to its own fixed and mobile networks, Orange Belgium offers both residential and business customers fixed and mobile connectivity services and convergent offerings (internet, telephony, television, including original TV content: Be tv, VOOsport, etc.). As a responsible operator, Orange Belgium invests to reduce its ecological footprint and promote sustainable and inclusive digital practices. Orange Belgium is also a wholesale operator, offering its partners access to its infrastructure as well as a broad portfolio of connectivity and mobility services, including offerings based on Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Orange Belgium is a subsidiary of the Orange Group, present in 26 countries with a total customer base of 298 million customers worldwide on 31 December 2023. The Group is also a leading provider of global IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the brand Orange Business.

Orange Belgium is listed on the Brussels Stock Exchange (OBEL).

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