ScentVR Updates are Pure AWESOME

Posted on January 28, 2023January 28, 2023

So we’ve done it, we have added smells to virtual reality and it works pretty amazing! The thing that was missing was the backend code to allow future upgrades and new functionality to the hardware once you already have it. Well…

scentvr.ca adds smells to virtual reality

We did it! We FINALLY have a robust backend with security features to allow firmware updates with reliability and speed. ScentVR updates the entire firmware package in about 1 minute while it is running! This was one of the main drivers when I designed the original hardware and led me right to the ESP32 microcontroller. Industry reliable and designed for OTA (over the air) updates right from the factory. It is not easy to integrate but we did it

scentvr.ca adds smells to virtual reality

I would like to do more upgrades on the web interface in future firmware but for now we can move forward without delay! Yay!

We should have product on the shelves soon. Very very soon 🙂

Eric

Continuous Integration Complete!

Posted on January 27, 2023January 27, 2023

Finally the backend work is done so we can do ongoing upgrades and improvements to the ScentVR firmware. It works GREAT!

This was the last major software hurdle for release. We are almost ready!

New Design!

Posted on January 17, 2023January 17, 2023

In testing the previous design of power switch just wouldn’t do. We are happy to report a new design update with a very satisfying tactile rocker switch has been implemented. Firmware development and testing is ongoing but we are on track for a release soon. In testing with combat scents, ScentVR works so GOOD! Can’t wait for you all to try it out.

Production Modules and Case Testing

Posted on January 5, 2023January 5, 2023

We win! The version of case and modules which will become the production units is also joining the electronics in final testing and rework.

Here is the latest version happily dispensing some outdoor & combat scents on the bench. Couldn’t be happier with the current performance.

The “Parts and Upgrades” page has been updated with v1.1 of the stl files for spare scent modules. Since no units are in the wild yet, no one needs them but I want to make sure people will have all the info and files needed to enjoy their hardware when we begin shipping.

I’m not sure what the future holds for ScentVR but I think we can all have a lot of fun in VR together at least 🙂

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Eric