Monday-Morning Surprise: Valve Software Suddenly Launches Its Wireless VR Headset Steam Frame for $1,059
Valve’s new headset adds wireless PC streaming and standalone play, but the 256GB model starts at $1,059 amid rising component costs.
- On Monday, Valve officially released the Steam Frame VR headset, a standalone device powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, starting at $1,059 for the 256GB model.
- Valve developer Jeremy Selan stated the company 'fought hard to get it even to this price,' citing global RAM market pressures and industry-wide increases dubbed 'RAMageddon.'
- The headset features dual 2160x2160 LCD screens with up to 144Hz refresh rates and includes a voucher for Half-Life: Alyx, plus 6GHz wireless PC streaming via bundled dongle.
- To prevent scalper purchases, Valve implemented a lottery system requiring sign-ups by Thursday, September 17, at 10 a.m. PT, with buyers notified via email on September 18.
- Positioned as a premium alternative to Meta's Quest lineup, the $1,059 Steam Frame targets hardcore VR enthusiasts; Valve plans future modular 'Enthusiast Kit' upgrades for enhanced battery and audio.
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Valve opens Steam Frame, a wireless virtual reality viewer that promises to take the entire Steam library right in front of your eyes.
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