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VIVE Host

XR management, simplified

Run immersive VR/MR and engaging multimedia content with VIVE Host—a simple, cross-platform XR management tool on your tablet.

Simple. Effortless. Intuitive.

VIVE Host provides a simple yet powerful solution that helps you manage and control your devices¹ and content without the need for a PC.

Easy setup

No map scanning or PC required. Quickly enroll headsets by scanning QR codes. Works on both Android and iOS tablets.

Real-time control and monitoring

Monitor screens, communicate with users, launch/control content, and manage up to 30 devices in real time.

Multimedia support

Utilize a wide range of media formats including: VR, MR, 360° videos, WebXR, images, audio, video, and web pages.

Diverse use cases

Immersive content and XR solutions drive improved engagement, efficiency, and effectiveness across industries. Individuals learn 4X faster, are 4X more focused, and are 275% more confident.²

Training

Streamline corporate onboarding, skills training, and hands-on learning in professional environments.

Students in a classroom with teacher using VIVE Host

Education

Transform lessons, courses, and workshops at schools, colleges, and various institutions.

People at a presentation with presenter using VIVE Host

Events and exhibitions

Deliver engaging experiences at conventions, exhibits, museums, theaters, concert halls, and other venues.

Clients in a meeting with business partners using VIVE Host

Marketing

Enhance product demos, presentations, and sales meetings in offices, retail spaces, or on location.

Easy setup

Start managing headsets in minutes. No complex setups or PC required. Simply enroll your headsets and you are ready to go.

PC-free

Seamlessly operate across both Android and iOS tablets. Simplify setups. Increase flexibility and accessibility.

Up to 30 headsets

Manage up to 30 headsets from a single tablet. Easily accommodate small to large groups for a wide range of use cases.

QR code enrollment

Scan QR codes to quickly add your headsets to VIVE Host. Headsets are ready to go without map scanning.

Intuitive user interface

Simple and intuitive navigation paired with a user-friendly UI help non-technical users to easily adopt and use VIVE Host.

Real-time control and monitoring

Get complete control with a simple system. Seamlessly integrated real-time features help you run things smoothly with confidence.

Headset screen monitoring

See what your users see. Monitor headset screen casting to see what’s happening in real time.

Audio communication

Instantly communicate with users. Broadcast announcements and guide users step by step. No need to move around, disrupt, or distract.

User control modes

Allow users to have complete freedom using Free Mode or choose to have real-time control over users and experiences using Broadcast Mode.

Device status and control

See the whole picture. Check battery levels, device settings, and installed/running content. Power off or restart headsets. Launch and control content remotely.

Multimedia support

Deliver engaging experiences with versatility. Easily organize, manage, and deliver content at scale.

Native multimedia support

Choose from a wide range of media formats. Curate content specific to your needs with flexibility.

Manage content

Upload content directly to your tablet. Manage all your files from a single location.

Deliver content

Easily install, update, and launch content on all your devices with a single tap.

Data analytics and reports

Gain insight. Access more detailed data with content usage reports and analytics.

Content usage

Get an instant overview of your content usage history directly from the dashboard.

FAQ

What is the difference between VIVE Host and VIVE Business+?

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VIVE Host is a simple, intuitive, and lightweight XR device and content management tool. With VIVE Host, you can deliver immersive VR/MR experiences and engaging multimedia content to user headsets, monitor their screens and device status in real time, and more. No PCs required. All you need is a tablet that runs on Android or iOS.

VIVE Business+ is an enterprise-level, web-based platform that lets you manage your fleet of headsets. You can configure hardware settings, distribute apps, and deploy updates to headsets remotely. Through VIVE Business+, VIVE Location-Based Software Suite (LBSS) is available, which is specifically designed to enhance location-based services and training scenarios. Advanced tracking and map-sharing features created for multi-user, free-roam experiences are ready to use in a single solution.

How many schools or classrooms can I create?

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The number of schools, classrooms, and seats (VR headsets) that can be added to VIVE Host is determined by your plan. Consult your VIVE Host account manager for more details.

How many headset can I add to a classroom?

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You can manage up to 30 headsets from a single tablet. The number of seats (VR headsets) that can be added to VIVE Host is determined by your plan.

What headsets are supported?

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VIVE Host is compatible with VIVE XR Elite, VIVE Focus Vision, and VIVE Focus 3 headsets.¹

What content can I add to VIVE Host?

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You can add apps (APK files), media files (images, videos, and audio, including 360° content), web links (standard and WebXR content), and on-device apps installed on headsets to VIVE Host. Content can be organized into course modules and launched remotely.

Can I link VIVE Host to corporate courses on our website?

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Yes, you can add the URLs of web-based courses to VIVE Host.

How do I learn more about using VIVE Host?

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Check out the VIVE Host User Guide to learn more.

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1. VIVE Host is compatible with VIVE XR Elite, VIVE Focus Vision, and VIVE Focus 3 headsets. VIVE Focus Vision and VIVE Focus 3 can be used in the same classroom group. VIVE Focus Vision and VIVE Focus 3 cannot be used in the same classroom group with VIVE XR Elite.

2. What does virtual reality and the metaverse mean for training?