HTC Vive Launches First E-Commerce Store for Consumers in UAE, Saudi Arabia

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Published December 17th, 2017 - 10:19 GMT
For a limited time only, new HTC Vive purchases through the online store will come with a complimentary one-month subscription to Viveport, an app store for VR experiences.
For a limited time only, new HTC Vive purchases through the online store will come with a complimentary one-month subscription to Viveport, an app store for VR experiences.

Following the rapid rise of virtual reality (VR) applications in gaming and business, HTC Vive™—a first-of-its-kind VR platform—is expanding its sales distribution through the launch of its first dedicated e-commerce store and online ecosystem exclusively for consumers in the UAE and KSA. Vive orders in these countries will come with free shipping, with plans to roll out this offer to other markets in the near future. The platform is now available in both Arabic and English language options. 

The HTC Vive headset is the only “room scale” VR experience, out of a single box, that allow users to physically walk around for an immersive full-body experience. 

In addition to hosting an e-store where the HTC Vive system can be purchased, the new online ecosystem provides visitors with exclusive information and benefits on the Vive platform. The site is also home to Viveport – a unique VR app store that operates in more than 45 countries where people can discover over 250 titles of the latest and greatest in virtual reality games and applications. Within the e-commerce store, consumers will also be able to purchase all the latest accessories like the Vive Deluxe Audio Strap and Vive Tracker which complement the HTC Vive proposition.  

Nikitas Glykas, President of HTC Middle East & Africa, explains: “We are seeing the region tap into the enormous potential of virtual reality. It is an exciting time, and we’re thrilled to offer the HTC VIVE to a broader consumer base within the UAE and KSA.” 

For a limited-time offer, new Vive purchases through the e-commerce store will come with a complimentary one-month subscription to Viveport, theultimate app store for VR experiences. This includes access to top-rated VR design experiences like Google Tilt Brush. Buyers will also get a free redemption code for Fallout 4 VR, the legendary post-apocalyptic adventure and winner of more than 200 ‘Best Of’ awards, most recently ‘Best Virtual Reality Game’ at Games Con 2017. Moreover, until January 1st 2018, customers will enjoy up to 40% discount on Viveport subscriptions. 

According to market intelligence firm IDC, the Middle East and Africa market for VR technologies is anticipated to jump from a moderate value of $181.59 million in 2016 to $6 billion by 2020.

Background Information

HTC

HTC brings brilliance to life through leading innovation in smart mobile device and experience design. Beginning with a vision to put a personal computer in the palm of our customers’ hands, we have led the way in the evolution from palm PC to smartphone.

The Pursuit of Brilliance is at the heart of everything we do, inspiring best-in-class design and game-changing mobile experiences for consumers around the world. At HTC, the Pursuit of Brilliance is the impulse to create, to venture into the unknown with an unwavering dedication to bring innovative design to life. It pushes us everyday to re-imagine new ways to connect the world, our consumers, and their pursuits in ways never before thought possible.

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