HTC launches new VR headset

Taiwan firm's affordable standalone device to target young consumers

Taiwan-based HTC Corp unveiled a premium standalone virtual reality headset for the mainland market on Tuesday, as part of its broad efforts to target young consumers with a more affordable device.

Without the need to be attached to a personal computer or a smartphone, Vive Focus, as the new product is called, provides unlimited freedom of mobility while reducing the total cost for users to own a premium VR device.