Introduction
You already have the best possible headset for VR with the PICO 4. You can make it even better with the latest VR headset app. Finding the best possible VR apps will take your experience to the next level. The apps in our list will provide you with reduced latency, better streaming capabilities, improved headset control to reduce fatigue, and expanded experiences beyond VR gaming. Before downloading each, ensure your computer or mobile device meets the minimum hardware requirements.
Apps for PICO 4 VR Headset
We have selected several of the best apps to help you make the most of your PICO 4 headset. Whether you are strictly a gamer or want to expand your use of VR beyond recreational use, you'll find the following titles valuable.
Self-developed APPs:
PICO has developed several VR apps that our customers will find helpful when using their headsets for various applications.
Manage your headset better with the PICO VR Mobile App. You'll get improved user interaction and immersion in your selected virtual environments, particularly for complex or fine-grained tasks.
Available in Apple and Android versions, the PICO VR Mobile APP is an all-in-one virtual reality tool that links various smartphone apps like Apple Health and exercise modules to your headset, resulting in improved communication and record-keeping without additional equipment. You'll enjoy an ever-expanding list of digital content in the VR world.
PICO VR Mobile will give you a new and engaging way of looking at formerly mundane apps and expand your interaction with them.
The PICO Streaming Assistant is a software suite designed to elevate your virtual reality experience. It lets you stream PC games on SteamVR directly to your headset, bridging the gap between traditional PC gaming and immersive VR.
Compatible with VR-ready Windows PCs (Windows 10 and above), you must have PICO Streaming Assistant installed on both your PC and PICO headset. If you’re using PICO 4 VR All-in-One headset, make sure you have a Gigabit 5G router for optimal performance.
The latest PICO Streaming Assistant app updates have significantly enhanced its functionality and user experience. These updates include optimization of jitter and overshoot issues with the controller, introduction of an adjustable image sharpening function for tailored sharpening effects, and improvements in the display of the performance panel.
Also, the app now features in-game controller operation tips, a "waiting for connection" prompt, general bug fixes, and overall performance enhancements. These updates aim to provide users with a smoother and more efficient streaming experience.
Cast for PICO transforms your TV into a window to the virtual world. Effortlessly cast the view from your PICO headset to a smart TV with minimal latency and superb quality. This lets you showcase your VR adventures to friends and family on a larger screen. The latest version supports receiving screencasts from PICO OS 5.0 or later and offers the flexibility to change aspect ratios and play sounds anytime.
Installation is straightforward: download, transfer to your TV via USB, and connect your headset to the TV. It's compatible with Android TVs version 4.4 and above, broadening its accessibility.
Third-Party Developed APPs
PICO's third-party app ecosystem features notable apps like Wave and Immersed. These apps greatly expand the capabilities of your PICO headsets catering to both entertainment and professional needs.
Imagine sitting amidst a broadcast concert, feeling the music playing, as well as hearing it. That's what you'll get with the Wave VR app. Wave has the world's most influential virtual reality concerts, most notably featuring the Calvin Harris Experience with the noted disc jockey and music producer. This immersive concert initially premiered in January 2023. You'll get a front-row experience for every broadcast concert.
Users call the Immersed VR app a game changer in the realm of productivity, shedding the constraints of a physical office. With Immersed, you can wirelessly connect your PICO headset to your desktop computer or laptop, giving you up to five additional monitors. The best thing about this app is that you can easily use it alongside other tools without having to open or close other windows.
Immersed is highly customizable according to your business requirements. You can co-work with other remote users in a virtual cafe to share whiteboards on massive virtual screens. It can be used for architecture, urban and industrial design, education and training, engineering and robotics, and others that require significant collaborative efforts.
It's also free to use on Mac, PC, and Linux setups with no extra hardware required. Best used with WiFiDirect for the best latency and quality.
Conclusion
The PICO VR headsets offer a transformative experience for anyone—whether for gaming or work. These apps showcase PICO's commitment to delivering exceptional VR experiences. To explore these dynamic features and elevate your VR journey, check out PICO headsets today.