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Bit Space Equipment: Pico Goblin
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Bit Space Equipment: Pico Goblin
By Kevin Carbotte
At Bit Space Development, we are always experimenting with new technology, and we’ve had the opportunity to play with many new devices. But just because we try a piece of tech doesn’t mean that we’ll use it in production. Some devices stand out as superior, and we tend to gravitate to the best hardware for the job.
One such device is the Pico Goblin G2 mobile headset. These versatile little devices feature built-in processing power and storage. The Pico Goblin functions as a standalone device that doesn’t require external processing, which means you don’t need to give up your smartphone to power the headset, and you don’t need to tether it to a computer.
Goblin G2 Headset
3K Display
The Goblin headset features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 CPU , which is a similar processor to those found in modern smartphones. The headset includes a 1440 x 1600 pixel screen, which provides impressive image clarity. The display also features a 90Hz refresh rate, which helps to reduce eye strain and prevent motion sickness.
At Bit Space, we use two versions of the Pico Goblin. We have equipped a handful of clients with Pico Goblin G1s, which is the first-generation of Pico’s standalone lineup. Pico has since discontinued these devices, but they still work great for our purposes.
G2 4K
Pico has also revealed an updated version of the Goblin, called the G2 4K. It includes a 75Hz 4K display for crisper image clarity. We have not yet gotten our hands on a 4K model, but it will be an option for our clients later this year when the new device his the market. The G2 4K includes the same internal specifications as the G2 with the 3K display, so we don’t expect better performance from it — just better image clarity.
Pico’s Goblin headsets are our Go-To device for trade shows and classroom training. They are easy to carry around, and because they have internal batteries, you can easily pass them from person to person without worrying about tangling wires.
Buy From Bit Space
Bit Space Development is also an authorized reseller for Pico hardware, which enables us to offer volume purchases for our clients. Whether you need a single unit for marketing purposes or a fleet of headsets for a classroom setting, we can find a solution that’s right for you.
The Pico devices are especially useful for our purposes because they include a Kiosk Mode feature that enables us to lock down the headset for a specific application. The Goblin headsets also include a micro SD card slot, which makes it easy to add custom content to the device.
| Pico Goblin G2 4K |
Pico Goblin G2 Pro |
Pico Goblin G2 |
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| Display |
4K |
3K |
3K |
| CPU |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
| Weight |
278g |
268g |
268g |
| Refresh rate |
75Hz |
90Hz |
90Hz |
| Storage |
32G |
64G |
32G |
| Content |
Pico Store, Viveport |
Pico Store, Viveport |
Pico Store, Viveport |
| Tracking |
3DoF |
3DoF |
3DoF |
| External camera |
None |
1 RGB Camera |
None |
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