Go Mobile with Virtual Reality

BOXX Technologies recently introduced its new GoBOXX MXL VR mobile workstation. Designed to support the immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences of users on the go, this new system also includes a number of features essential for boosting the productivity of engineers and architects seeking to incorporate mobile virtual reality into their workflow as well as for digital content creators, according to the company.

A compact mobile workstation, the GoBOXX MXL VR features a desktop-class 4GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor with Turbo Boost to 4.2GHz, 8GB NVIDIA GeForce 1070 or 1080 GPUs (graphics processing units), up to 64GB of RAM and a 17-in. full HD (high-definition), 1920x1080 pixel LED display. It runs 64-bit Windows 10 and supports a variety of SSD (solid-state drive), SATA SSD and mechanical storage systems for up to 1TB of data storage.

The GoBOXX MXL VR mobile workstation’s 17-in. full high-definition LED display is backed with a 4GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce graphics processing and up to 64GB of RAM. Image courtesy of BOXX Technologies.

BOXX Technologies says that the GoBOXX MXL VR is capable of handling complex 3D CAD assets for development, yet also includes the graphics performance necessary to drive demanding immersive experiences found in product design or architectural VR environments. The company recommends the GoBOXX MXL for such applications as Autodesk 3ds Max, CATIA, IrisVR, Revit, SOLIDWORKS and Unity.

Communications capabilities include Intel 802.11ac Wireless LAN + Bluetooth 4.0 and Gigabit Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps. Other hardware features include two built in speakers and a built-in 2.0M full HD video camera.

Port connections include one USB 3.1/Thunderbolt 3, four USB 3.1 (Type A), a single HDMI and two Mini Display Ports as well as line-out, line-in, microphone-in and an S/PDIF-out digital audio interconnect. The GoBOXX MXL VR is supplied with a removable 8-cell lithium-ion battery and a full range (300W 100V/240V) AC adapter.

The GoBOXX MXL VR mobile workstation measures 6.46x11.63x1.61 in. (WxDxH) and weighs 8.6 lbs with battery. Image courtesy of BOXX Technologies.

A recommended basic configuration comes with a 4GHz Intel Core i7-6700K processor, 16GB of DDR4-2133 SODIMM (small outline dual in-line memory module) memory, an 8GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 GPU and a 256GB SSD drive. Pricing starts at $3,389.

BOXX Technologies says it designed the new GoBOXX MXL VR mobile workstation to support the immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences of engineers, architects and digital content creators. Image courtesy of BOXX Technologies.

“Virtual reality systems shouldn’t be restricted to desktop model workstations,” said Shoaib Mohammad, BOXX VP of Marketing and Business Development, in a press statement. “Our customers need a powerful, reliable VR system they can take outside of the office. GoBOXX MXL VR is the solution—the ideal platform for next-gen virtual reality experiences on the go.”

For further information on the GoBOXX MXL VR, go to BOXX Technologies.

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Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.