Marco Romero

Friday, September 9, 2016

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080

It is a real pleasure announce to computer enthusiasts and business partners the latest hardware update, the "NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition"; with the investment in this new tool will allow to continue my developments for Virtual Reality and once again continue offering the highest international standards. GeForce GTX 10-series graphics cards are powered by Pascal to deliver up to 3x the performance of previous-generation graphics cards, plus innovative new gaming technologies and breakthrough VR experiences. The new GeForce GTX 1080 is meticulously crafted to offer superior heat dissipation using vapor chamber cooling technology and premium materials, so it runs as cool as it looks. The GeForce GTX 1080 will be the world’s first, commercially available graphics card based on the latest FinFET node which delivers an insane increase in transistor density and allows GPUs to deliver high clock speeds compared to previous generations.

NVIDIA GTX 1080: http://www.geforce.com/hardware/10series/geforce-gtx-1080

NVIDIA VRWorks™: https://developer.nvidia.com/vrworks

NVIDIA VR Technology: http://www.geforce.com/hardware/technology/vr/technology

GeForce Experience 3.0.5.22

Benchmarks:

GPU-Z v1.10.0 validation: http://www.techpowerup.com/gpuz/details/2nynp/

SteamVR Performance Test Results (10/09/2016)

3DMark Vantage Performance (10/09/2016): http://www.3dmark.com/3dmv/5509929

3DMark 11 Performance 1.0 (10/09/2016): http://www.3dmark.com/3dm11/11568196

UNIGINE Heaven 4 Benchmark (03/10/2016)
https://unigine.com/en/products/benchmarks/heaven

VRMark Orange Room Benchmark (04/11/2016):
http://www.3dmark.com/vrpor/21828

Hardware comparison and evolution:

Pascal Architecture - GTX 1080
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pascal_(microarchitecture)
http://www.nvidia.com/object/gpu-architecture.html

Maxwell Architecture - GTX 980Ti
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maxwell_(microarchitecture)
https://developer.nvidia.com/maxwell-compute-architecture

Kepler Architecture - GTX 690
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kepler_(microarchitecture)
http://www.nvidia.com/object/nvidia-kepler.html

Photographic reference:

More pictures: https://flic.kr/s/aHskGDvkoK

Recommended reviews:

GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition: Premium Construction & Advanced Features
http://www.geforce.com/whats-new/articles/geforce-gtx-1080-founders-edition

Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Review: Insane Gaming and VR Power In One Graphics Card
http://uploadvr.com/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-review/

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Official Slides Leaked – Async Compute, SMTP VR Processing, Higher Efficiency and More Detailed
http://wccftech.com/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-official-slides-leak/

Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 and GTX 1070 detailed
http://www.pcgamer.com/nvidia-gtx-1080/

NVIDIA Reveals New GPU, GeForce GTX 1080 is Faster than the Titan X
http://www.roadtovr.com/nvidia-reveals-new-gpu-geforce-gtx-1080-is-built-for-vr/

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Review: A Look At 4K & Ultra-wide Gaming
http://techgage.com/article/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-review-a-look-at-4k-ultra-wide-gaming/

GeForce GTX 1080 tested with V-Ray
http://www.evermotion.org/articles/show/10189/geforce-gtx-1080-tested-with-v-ray

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 & GTX 1070 Founders Editions Review: Kicking Off the FinFET Generation
http://www.anandtech.com/show/10325/the-nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-and-1070-founders-edition-review

Review: Nvidia GTX 1080
https://www.wired.com/2016/08/review-nvidia-gtx-1080/

"Tested: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Video Card"
http://www.tested.com/tech/pcs/570381-tested-nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-video-card/

"Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 review: The most badass graphics card ever created"
http://www.pcworld.com/article/3071037/hardware/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-review-the-most-badass-graphics-card-ever-created.html

"GeForce GTX 1080 is a beautiful powerhouse, but you still may want to wait"
http://www.polygon.com/2016/5/17/11689352/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-hands-on-review

"GTX 1070 and GTX 1080 Premiere Pro Performance"
https://www.pugetsystems.com/labs/articles/GTX-1070-and-GTX-1080-Premiere-Pro-Performance-810/

"Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 review - Pascal GPU Architecture"
http://www.guru3d.com/articles-pages/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-review,2.html

"Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 review"
http://www.trustedreviews.com/nvidia-geforce-gtx-1080-review

Additional VR Hardware:

- Intel Dual Xeon Server http://goo.gl/6qFKat
- 3D Desktop Computer http://goo.gl/WqiqBp
- Oculus Rift DK2 http://goo.gl/O9K6Pf
- Homido VR headset http://goo.gl/fCltxb
- Stratus XL Controller http://goo.gl/90s69J
- Kinect 360 Motion Sensor http://goo.gl/VVLG5r
- Kinect V2 Motion Sensor http://goo.gl/0D6NQ8
- VR Hardware: http://goo.gl/f22O9t
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Superclocked http://goo.gl/bSbZkm
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Superclocked http://goo.gl/Yhh4fb

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

LinkedIn page

Featuring a new LinkedIn page in order to improve contact with friends, partners and clients.

https://www.linkedin.com/company/marco-romero-3d-design-studio

Friday, August 19, 2016

Facebook Page

For all my Facebook friends:

I have been a user of this social network since 2008, and given the recent changes in the terms of service of the platform, I created a Facebook page with the main intention be able to separate my personal profile with my work.

This is my best effort to continue sharing with you the news of my work and I hope you like it as much as me.

https://www.facebook.com/MarcoRomero3D

Monday, July 18, 2016

Samsung Gear VR

Samsung Gear VR - Virtual Reality Headset powered by Oculus.

http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/wearables/gear-vr/
https://www3.oculus.com/en-us/gear-vr/

I am pleased to announce the latest hardware addition to my 3D Design Studio. This device is designed to work with the latest Samsung smartphones and has shown great acceptance the public. With this new hardware I can guarantee once again the highest quality of content development for Virtual Reality, specifically on Android based Samsung Gear VR applications. Samsung GearVR was first launched on 27th November 2015 which is specially designed for SmartPhones by Samsung electronics in collaboration of Oculus.

Photographic reference:

Samsung Gear VR + Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge smatphone

Steelseries Stratus XL Wireless Controller

Samsung Level U Pro Bluetooth Wireless In-ear Headphones with Microphone

More pictures: https://www.flickr.com/gp/maromero/0cB1Pu

Recommended reviews:

https://www.engadget.com/2014/09/03/samsung-virtual-reality
http://www.cnet.com/products/samsung-gear-vr-2015
https://www.engadget.com/products/samsung/gear/vr
http://www.trustedreviews.com/samsung-gear-vr-review
http://www.ultravr.org/samsung-gear-vr-ultimate-guide

Related information:

Samsung Gear VR: Tricks And Hacks Guide
http://www.ultravr.org/samsung-gear-vr-ultimate-guide/

Problems with Samsung Gear VR Right Now and How to Fix Them
http://joyofandroid.com/problems-with-samsung-gear-vr-right-now-and-how-to-fix-them/

Additional VR Hardware:

Sunday, June 26, 2016

HTC Vive

HTC Vive virtual reality system

It is a real pleasure and a source of pride to announce to my friends, partners and the general public; that despite having faced several difficulties in the purchase and shipping to my country (Venezuela), it has been a great success the addition of new virtual reality system "HTC Vive". With the investment in this new tool, will allow to continue my developments for Virtual Reality, and once again continue offering the highest international standards.

More info: http://www.htcvive.com

Photographic reference:

HTC Vive Headset

Wireless controllers

Laser base sensor stations

HTC Vive Protectors:
http://maromero3d.blogspot.com/2016/12/htc-vive-protectors.html

HMD comparison: Homido, Oculus Rift DK2, HTC Vive.

More pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/maromero/sets/72157669273967110

Mamut Skull
http://maromero3d.blogspot.com/2017/03/mamut-skull.html

Vive Deluxe Audio Strap
http://maromero3d.blogspot.com/2017/07/vive-deluxe-audio-strap.html

Additional VR Hardware:

- HTC Vive Protectors: https://goo.gl/3vvSWp
- Intel Dual Xeon Server http://goo.gl/6qFKat
- 3D Desktop Computer http://goo.gl/WqiqBp
- Oculus Rift DK2 http://goo.gl/O9K6Pf
- Homido VR headset http://goo.gl/fCltxb
- Stratus XL Controller http://goo.gl/90s69J
- Kinect 360 Motion Sensor http://goo.gl/VVLG5r
- Kinect V2 Motion Sensor http://goo.gl/0D6NQ8
- VR Hardware: http://goo.gl/f22O9t
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti Superclocked http://goo.gl/bSbZkm
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Superclocked http://goo.gl/Yhh4fb

+ Info:

HTC Vive: Ultimate Tricks and Tips Guide: http://www.ultravr.org/htc-vive-guide/
HTC Vive: The Ultimate Guide: https://www.vrheads.com/htc-vive
HTC Vive Has a Hidden Mechanism to Maximize Field of View:
http://www.roadtovr.com/htc-vive-hidden-mechanism-maximum-field-of-view-lens-to-eye-distance/
Easy Mods for the HTC Vive: http://www.doubtreality.com/blog/vivemods
Base Stations & VR Arcades: https://springboardvr.com/blog/base-stations-vr-arcades

Sunday, June 5, 2016

Stratus XL Wireless Controller

Stratus XL Wireless Controller
https://steelseries.com/gaming-controllers/stratus-xl-for-windows-and-android

Was made for Windows & Android, which leverages the Microsoft XInput game controller API. With XInput, the Stratus XL will function just like a console-style gaming controller on Android. The Bluetooth connection will allow the user link to any SmartPhone and tablet device.

This controller has the familiar size and layout of console controllers; it features an 8-way directional pad (D-pad), two high fidelity, clickable analog joysticks, four face buttons and a total of four shoulder buttons, including two top shoulder buttons and two analog triggers. The Stratus XL also features four LEDs for player indicator and battery status level. For added convenience three center buttons allow easy navigation in games and Steam Big Picture Mode. Powered by AA batteries, the Stratus XL will deliver an estimated 40 hours of gameplay.

The Stratus XL Wireless Controller is the best choice to be used on VR applications based on Android. Stratus XL is my choice for VR developments based on Android apps to be used on Homido, Samsung Gear VR and Google Cardboard.