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Overview
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Getting started
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Hardware
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Setup (headset and controllers)
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Setup (play area)
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Basics
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Mixed reality
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Additional accessories
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Managing screenshots, files, and apps
- Connecting the headset to your computer
- Transferring screenshots and screen recordings to your computer
- Browsing and viewing files
- Viewing 360° photos
- Connecting an external storage device to the headset
- Copying files between the headset and external storage
- Installing apps on the headset
- Installing APK files on the headset
- Uninstalling apps
- Changing app permissions
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Using VIVE Manager
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Sharing and streaming content
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Settings
- Setting a device passcode
- Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
- Adding a VPN
- Adjusting the power frequency
- Adjusting audio settings
- Choosing a display mode
- Choosing a tracking mode
- Pairing Bluetooth devices
- Setting up and using Kiosk mode
- Installing system and firmware updates
- Resetting the headset (factory reset)
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Solutions and FAQs
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General
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Headset and controllers
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Play area
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Eye tracking and IPD
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System
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- Contact Us
Installing APK files on the headset
You can install VR apps and
Android™ mobile apps on the headset using APK files.
Note: Apps installed using APK files may not run properly if they are not compatible with the headset.
Here's how to install an APK file:
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Transfer the file to the headset through one of the following methods:
Method Steps Storage card - Copy the APK file to a storage card.
- Insert the storage card into the headset. See Inserting a storage card.
External USB storage device - Copy the APK file to an external storage device.
- Connect the external storage device via the USB port on the right side of the headset.
Transfer to internal storage - Connect the headset to your computer using the
USB Type-C port on the right side of the headset.
The Choose USB mode dialog box will then appear in the headset.
- Select File transfer.
- In your computer, open a file management app such as File Explorer and navigate to VIVE Focus Vision.
- Click Internal shared storage.
- Copy the APK file to the Download folder.
- In the headset, go to Settings > Advanced.
- Turn on Allow unknown apps.
- Select Storage > File browser.
- Navigate to the folder that contains the APK file.
- Select the APK file to install it.
After installing an APK file, the app will appear in the Library. You can use the filter to find it more quickly. For details, see Accessing apps in the Library.
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