www.globalsources.com/MobileElectronicswww.globalsources.com/ConsumerElectronics

VR & Gaming✓Gaming headsets

✓Gaming keyboards

✓Gaming mice

✓Gaming mouse pads

✓Mobile VR headsets

✓Wireless gamepads

✓Next-gen industry trends

✓Buyer demand trends

This page has been left blank intentionally.

Buyer’s Guide

VR & Gaming

More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics 3

17 VR & gaming devices from China suppliers 4– Gaming headsets – Gaming keyboards – Gaming mice – Gaming mouse pads – Mobile VR headsets – Wireless gamepads

Next-gen industry trends 9– PlayStation VR named one of the best inventions of 2016 – Razer uses projectors for more immersive gaming – Mobile technology helps Nintendo make the most of Switch – New VR backpack PC hits market for $2,000

Buyer Demand Trends 11– PC gaming accessories – Virtual reality devices & accessories

Source smarter with Global Sources 13

4 Moreexclusivenews:GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics4XxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXxxxxxxxxx2017 www.globalsources.com-Chooseverifiedsuppliers

Models incorporate high-resolution 3D displays, vivid audio systems, adjustable vibration and other intelligent features.

Manufacturers of VR and gaming devices from the greater China region are launching units that pack features for a more immersive experience. The line includes mobile VR headsets, gamepads, mice, keyboards and earphones.

For the first category, most models support full HD, and are fitted with high-speed processors and sensors for improved display quality and performance. Aspherical lenses are often used to reduce image distortion. Devices fit 4 to 6in

handsets, and have adjustable straps for a secure fit.

In the mice and keyboards segment, the majority of releases enable customized function through programmable keys. Gaming modes and brightness levels can be adjusted. Service life reaches 50 million strokes for each key. Special grip areas are incorporated in select optical mice.

The gallery below features the latest VR and gaming devices and accessories from China.

VR & gaming devices: 17 high-speed designs from 10 export-ready suppliers

VR, gaming devices deliver realistic experience

Nano vacuum technologyDongguan Good-Omens Electronic Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model KG008

The model KG008 gaming keyboard from Dongguan Good-Omens Electronic Technology Co. Ltd uses nano vacuum technology for water resistance. The blue axis keys last 50 million strokes.

Lightning connectorAxpro Technology Inc. (Taiwan)

Model AXP8852

The model AXP8852 headphone from Axpro Technology Inc. features a Lightning connector. It is capable of receiving 20 to 24kHz of audio, and has 103dB at 1KHz 1mW sensitivity and 32ohm impedance. S/N ratio is above 102dB, while THD+N reaches 74dB. Speaker output is 40mW+40mW.

Booth: 3A19www.globalsources.com/good-omens.co

Booth: 10K02www.globalsources.com/axpro.co

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

Moreexclusivenews:GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics 55XxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXxxxxxxxxx2017 www.globalsources.com-Chooseverifiedsuppliers

Three pivot pointsShenzhen Jincomso Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model JK-V2D-9667

The JK-V2D-9667 model from Shenzhen Jincomso Technology Co. Ltd is a padded computer armrest made of powder-coated aluminum alloy. It has three pivot points and two hinges.

Superclear resin lensShenzhen High Railway Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★★★✩

Model HRW-VR002

The model HRW-VR002 personal theatre VR headset from Shenzhen High Railway Technology Co. Ltd suits 4.6 to 6in handsets and uses a 42mm superclear spherical resin lens.

HD resin lensShenzhen High Railway Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★★★✩

Model HRW-VR017

Shenzhen High Railway Technology Co. Ltd’s HRW-VR017 model is a mobile VR headset with an HD resin lens. Its ABS-PC housing has a painted finish. The device fits 4.6 to 6in smartphones.

Patented hot-plug baseDongguan Good-Omens Electronic Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model KG002-1

Dongguan Good-Omens Electronic Technology Co. Ltd’s KG002-1 model is a photoelectric gaming keyboard that is made water-resistant through nano vacuum technology. Life span is 50 million strokes. The unit comes with a patented hot-plug base.

Booth: 3A19www.globalsources.com/good-omens.co

Booth: 6M28www.globalsources.com/jincomso.co

Booth: 6Q35www.globalsources.com/hrw-tech.co

Booth: 6Q35www.globalsources.com/hrw-tech.co

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

6 Moreexclusivenews:GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics6XxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXxxxxxxxxx2017 www.globalsources.com-Chooseverifiedsuppliers

PMMA lens from South KoreaShenzhen Memo Digital Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★★✩✩

Model V6

The model V6 mobile VR headset from Shenzhen Memo Digital Co. Ltd adopts a 42mm HD aspheric biconvex PMMA lens from South Korea. Pupil and object distances are adjustable from 55 to 67mm and 45 to 50mm. The unit has a 105-degree FOV.

Metal sensorsShenzhen Macrotellect Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★★✩✩

Model BL001

The BL001 model from Shenzhen Macrotellect Technology Co. Ltd is a brainwave-sensing headband that uses three metal sensors, and offers 20 apps for Android, Windows and Mac.

Forehead electrodesShenzhen Macrotellect Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★★★✩

Model BL002

Shenzhen Macrotellect Technology Co. Ltd offers the model BL002 brainwave-sensing headband with a soft leather strap. It uses three forehead electrodes to monitor brain activities.

Memory foam-paddedShenzhen Jincomso Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model JK-V8-5179

Shenzhen Jincomso Technology Co. Ltd offers the model JK-V8-5179 mouse pad armrest with memory foam cushioning on the wrist. It fits up to 50mm-thick desktops. The product can be rotated 360 degrees.

Booth: 6Q16www.globalsources.com/macrotellect.co

Booth: 6M28www.globalsources.com/jincomso.co

Booth: 6Q16www.globalsources.com/macrotellect.co

Booth: 1M33www.globalsources.com/vrplay.co

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

Moreexclusivenews:GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics 77XxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXxxxxxxxxx2017 www.globalsources.com-Chooseverifiedsuppliers

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

Sniping keyShenzhen Sarepo Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)

Model Snipper 8D

The model Snipper 8D macro gaming mouse from Shenzhen Sarepo Technology Co. Ltd adopts a Pixart 3050 sensor with an MCU chip. Resolution is between 1,000 and 4,000dpi. The device uses Omron switches and has a special sniping key for FPS games.

Avago sensorShenzhen Sarepo Technology Co. Ltd (mainland China)

Model RM3

Shenzhen Sarepo Technology Co. Ltd’s RM3 model is a 7D optical gaming mouse with a 1,000 to 4,000dpi adjustable resolution. It packs an Avago A5050 or A3050 sensor with an MCU chip. Polling rates are 125, 500 and 1,000Hz, which can be modified via software. The device uses Omron switches.

Booth: 10P33www.globalsources.com/szsarepo.co

Audio amplifier systemShenzhen Skull Electronics Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model SK-M1100

Shenzhen Skull Electronics Co. Ltd’s SK-M1100 model is a seven-button gaming mouse with an audio amplifier system. Resolution options are 1,000, 1,600, 3,200 and 4,000dpi at 1,000Hz.

Built-in audio decoding chipShenzhen Skull Electronics Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model SK-K2000N

The model SK-K2000N gaming keyboard from Shenzhen Skull Electronics Co. Ltd has a built-in audio decoding chip. It supports macro key programming and conflict-free multimedia keys.

Booth: 3E32www.globalsources.com/szskull.co

Booth: 3E32www.globalsources.com/szskull.co

Booth: 10P33www.globalsources.com/szsarepo.co

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

8 Moreexclusivenews:GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics

continued from page XX »

8XxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXxxxxxxxxx2017 www.globalsources.com-Chooseverifiedsuppliers8XxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXxxxxxxxxx2017 www.globalsources.com-Chooseverifiedsuppliers

For myopic, hyperopic usersZhongshan Highyes Electronics Co. Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model V901

Zhongshan Highyes Electronics Co. Ltd’s model V901 VR headset is 900-degree myopia- and 300-degree hyperopia-adaptivve.

Adjustable vibrationWise Team Technology Development Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model GameSir G4S

The GameSir G4S model from Wise Team Technology Development Ltd is an Android 4.0-based wireless gamepad with an adjustable bracket and a built-in USB dongle. It clocks in at 2.4GHz. Transmission distance is 23ft.

32-bit MCU chipWise Team Technology Development Ltd (mainland China)★★★✩✩✩

Model GameSir G3S

Wise Team Technology Development Ltd’s model GameSir G3S wireless gamepad adopts a 32-bit MCU chip that clocks in at 2.4GHz and has a computation capability of 48 million times per second. It supports Android, Windows and PlayStation 3. The Bluetooth 4.0-enabled game pad has a transmission distance of 23ft.

www.globalsources.com/gamesir.co

See new, cool & innovative products year-round

Unbiased selectionü ü 12 industry categories

• Auto Parts & Accessories• Consumer Electronics• Drones & Robotics• Electronic Components

See them all at: GlobalSources.com/AnalystsChoice

• Fashion Accessories• Fashion Apparel• Gifts & Premiums• Hardware

• Home Products• Machinery & Parts• Mobile Electronics• Security Products

www.globalsources.com/gamesir.co

Booth: 1J17www.globalsources.com/highyes.co

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

CONTACT SUPPLIER

More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics 9

PlayStation VR named one of the best inventions of 2016A lot of money is flowing into the virtual reality market right now, but some of the biggest bets are on the commercial side as VR headset makers court movie theaters and theme parks. Things have been more slow-going with consumers. This largely has to do with the high price and demanding requirements for personal computers capable of running VR games. While devices such as the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive have done well grabbing headlines, the high price of each has resulted in less buzz now that both VR headsets are available. It is perhaps a bit ironic, then, that Time Magazine has now chosen PlayStation VR as one of the best inventions of 2016.

As Oculus helped push the buzz surrounding VR higher, Sony realized it already had the perfect business model for getting consumers into VR. Consumers who did not have a high-end PC capable of using the Oculus were looking at about $1,500 for the headset-and-PC bundle offered by the company. Sony, on the other hand, just had to make a headset that could run on the PlayStation 4, a machine millions of people already own.

The PSVR headset is seen as the perfect VR gateway for consumers. As an accessory, the headset alone costs $400. That is a steep price but it still manages to undercut the competition. The Oculus Rift headset costs $600 and the HTC Vive is priced at $800.

PC gaming might be the dominant form of gaming globally, but Sony has proven that dedicated gaming consoles are an advantage when selling niche products such as a VR headset. This setup allows Sony to better control the quality of the experience for gamers. Oculus and HTC have to make sure their hardware is compatible with many kinds of systems, and even then, gamers might not have a PC that is supported or powerful enough.

Razer uses projectors for more immersive gamingDeclining prices of projectors in recent years has helped increase the popularity of home theaters. Some consumers appreciate being able to get a larger display for less money, effectively replacing their TVs. Projectors do not have to replace TVs, though. They can work as a complement, as Razer has shown with its Ariana projector concept. The idea is part of the Razer Chroma, which is meant to help developers add lighting and video effects to games.

Ariana works by projecting an image on the wall behind a monitor. In demonstrations, the image from the projector looks slightly out of focus or more washed out while the image on the screen is sharp. This is supposed to mimic how people see by focusing on what is directly in front of them with everything else blurred out. The effect is that a room can become a vessel for virtual reality, no headset required.

The projector that Razer uses to demonstrate this concept supports 4K and has depth-sensing cameras. This technology allows the projector to account for other objects in the room like furniture and, of course, the screen that will be at the center of the projected image.

The concept is exciting for more than just what Razer showed off. It is easy to imagine a future in which 360-degree projectors could allow for even more immersive gaming. This kind of technology would compete with VR headsets, of course. Not everyone has the space for a projector, so VR headsets have an advantage in that respect. There has not been a lot of innovation with projectors beyond making them brighter with higher resolution, though. Razer is finally changing that and might give more people a reason to equip their house with one.

Stories on industry-shaping moves by leading brands

10 More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics

Mobile technology helps Nintendo make the most of SwitchNintendo is once again taking a unique approach. In some ways, it is staying true to the motion control experience it pushed forward with the Wii. The remotes that slide out from the controller—and also attach to either side of the Switch tablet—can be used to detect hand motions like boxing, as is the case in the launch game “Arms.”

The Switch also doubles as a mobile gaming device. It uses hardware that many users will already be familiar with. It runs on an Nvidia ARM chip based on the Tegra X1 with a 6.2in, 720p touchscreen display. It would make a nice Android tablet if not for the fact that it is running a custom Nintendo OS.

Battery life is not superb (about three hours for “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild”), but graphic-intensive games are power hogs. To help with this, the processor speed drops to 307MHz when the tablet is undocked, down from a possible 768MHz

while docked. The lower performance is justified because the tablet has a lower resolution than many TVs today, which usually have at least support 1080p. However, gaming performance will still likely take a hit. Games for the Switch will max out at 1080p, though, which is another disadvantage for the system as Microsoft and Sony prepare to release 4K versions of the Xbox and PlayStation.

Hopes are high for the Nintendo Switch in spite of its flaws. The fact that it is not dead on arrival shows that there is an appetite for a new gaming experience. This experience is centered on mobility and motion sensors. Nintendo has taken the things that make mobile devices great and used those features to build a modern gaming console. Being able to undock a tablet and continue a task without interruption seems obvious in 2017. Not everyone needs this, but many people might want it, and Microsoft and Sony do not offer it with their own gaming consoles.

New VR backpack PC hits market for $2,000One area of the virtual reality market that is just starting to emerge is portable VR Go. There are not many global brands that have products already for sale in this area yet, although some well-known brands such as HP have said they are working on such devices. Now, the Macau-based Zotac is joining Taiwan’s MSI as one of the only brands with a backpack PC currently for sale. Zotac’s VR Go is listed for $2,000 on Amazon.

The VR Go comes with all the high-end specifications users should expect in machines capable of running PC-connected VR headsets such as the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive. It runs an Intel Skylake Core i7-6700T, a quadcore chip capable of operating at 3.6GHz, and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card. The PC also includes a 240GB SSD and 16GB of DDR4 RAM.

Another thing that is lacking in many slim gaming PCs these days is a suite of ports, but the VR Go has plenty. It has four ports for USB 3.0 and two each for

RJ45 Ethernet, HDMI and DisplayPorts, and a bay for an additional 2.5in SATA HDD or SSD.

Given VR Go’s unique form factor, it is surprising that its price aligns closely with other gaming PCs with similar specs. The high-end specs are critical for top-notch performance, but some China makers are looking to compete with more midrange backpack PCs.

Emdoor, for example, teamed up with Intel to create the Fire Pack. The company showed off the product at the Global Sources Mobile Electronics show in October. While the Fire Pack does have the option for a Core i7, it also has a Core i5 version. It runs Nvidia’s GTX 980 GPU with 4 or 8GB RAM and 128 or 256GB of storage. Since not everyone needs or wants to play the latest games at the highest resolution, some of these lower-end options could suit a specific portion of the market that companies such as Zotac and MSI are currently overlooking.

Top new product postingsTop buyer requests Top product profiles

Find the products you want faster...

More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics 11

PC gaming accessoriesBuyer demand trends are taken from buyer and supplier activity in the featured product group on GlobalSources.com in the month preceding publication of this magazine. • Buyer requests track total inquiries from our independently verified worldwide community of more than 1 million buyers.• Product profiles represent the total number of unique products available from export-ready suppliers in our easily searchable catalogs.• New product postings indicate the number of new product profiles added to our website by suppliers during the period.For these and thousands of other categories, visit Global Sources online and sign up for Product Alerts to receive the latest supplier postings. Use the website’s Product Search function to find hundreds of products and send inquiries directly to verified exporters.

Select a list of products, suppliers or exhibitors

Filter for verified manufacturers, your order size, or matching turnaround times

View product photos

Compare prices and minimum order quantitiesMouse over “Supplier Details” for more information

62.3% 31.6% 42.3%Gaming headsets Gaming mice Gaming mice

18.1% 26.8% 27.4%

7.4% 20.1% 21.4%

4.7% 11.1% 6.8%

2.9% 5.2% 1.2%

0.6%

0.3%

Gaming mouse pads Gaming headsets Gaming

keyboards

Gaming keyboards

Gaming keyboards Gaming headsets

Wired PC game controllers

Gaming mouse pads

Gaming mouse pads

Gaming mice Wireless PC game controllers

Wireless PC game controllers

2.8% 3.8%

1.7% 1.0%

0.2% 0.3%

Gaming backpacks

Wired PC game controllers

Wired PC game controllers

Wireless PC game controllers Gaming chairs Gaming chairs

Gaming chairs Gaming backpacks

Top new product postingsTop buyer requests Top product profiles

Find the products you want faster...

Virtual reality devices & accessoriesBuyer demand trends are taken from buyer and supplier activity in the featured product group on GlobalSources.com in the month preceding publication of this magazine. • Buyer requests track total inquiries from our independently verified worldwide community of more than 1 million buyers.• Product profiles represent the total number of unique products available from export-ready suppliers in our easily searchable catalogs.• New product postings indicate the number of new product profiles added to our website by suppliers during the period.For these and thousands of other categories, visit Global Sources online and sign up for Product Alerts to receive the latest supplier postings. Use the website’s Product Search function to find hundreds of products and send inquiries directly to verified exporters.

Select a list of products, suppliers or exhibitors

Filter for verified manufacturers, your order size, or matching turnaround times

View product photos

Compare prices and minimum order quantitiesMouse over “Supplier Details” for more information

12 More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/ConsumerElectronics

42.3% 46.2% 42.0%VR backpack PCs Personal theatre VR headsets

Personal theatre VR headsets

27.8% 32.1% 22.4%

27.5% 8.6% 17.1%

0.4% 6.2% 12.9%

0.4% 5.0% 3.6%

0.9%

0.6%

0.3%

0.3%

VR cables All-in-one VR headsets

All-in-one VR headsets

VR controllers VR controllers Virtual reality simulators

Virtual reality simulators

Virtual reality simulators VR controllers

PC-connected VR headsets

PC-connected VR headsets

PC-connected VR headsets

0.4% 0.6%

0.4% 0.5%

0.4% 0.5%

Personal theatre VR headsets VR backpacks VR cables

VR backpacks VR backpack PCs VR backpacks

VR fitness equipment VR cables VR fitness

equipment

All-in-one VR headsets

VR fitness equipment VR backpack PCs0.4% 0.3%

Factory Inspections: How and When 1

At Global Sources, our No. 1 priority is the protection of our buyers’ interests and businesses. The following describes our supplier verification related systems, processes and icons.

Verified Suppliers are suppliers and exhibitors whose business registration details have been verified by independent third parties such as D&B (Dun & Bradstreet), Ease Credit or Experian. (For buyers’ convenience, GlobalSources.com also includes some suppliers who have not been verified.)

Verified Manufacturers are Verified Suppliers whose business scope, as licensed by relevant government departments, allows them to manufacture goods.

Exhibitors have been verified face-to-face by Global Sources staff and have had a physical booth presence at one or more Global Sources trade shows.

Supplier Capability Assessment is an independent, third-party report based on an onsite visit, and includes in-depth information about suppliers’ operations, production capabilities, QC processes, management and more. It is an optional paid service for all Verified Suppliers.

Source smarter with Global Sources

www.globalsources.com