Makedonski Telekom and HTC presented new dimension of the reality, a whole new world where the human imagination is the only limit
With the latest HTC Vive, except for entertainment, the virtual reality becomes a tool applicable in the area of science, education, creative industries and the business world

Today, Makedonski Telekom and the HTC company presented the revolutionary interactive VR System – HTC Vive, allowing the users to experience amazing virtual reality. The visitors in Telekom Innovation Centre had the unique opportunity to try the latest version of the HTC VR System, which gives you the unique virtual reality experience i.e. world where the human imagination is the only limit. As a revolutionary achievement, HTC Vive system is the winner in the VR devices category of the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) for 2016-2017, which assesses the quality and innovation of the electronic products intended for the consumers.

"Makedonski Telekom, as technology leader on the market, continuously follows the world achievements and provides innovative experiences to its customers of the best quality, by introducing revolutionary services and devices. We are especially glad that, in cooperation with HTC, today our customers have the opportunity to be the first to try the newest VR device, which most definitely changes the way of communication and interaction with the world. We believe that the HTC VR System, unique in its performances and excellent for entertainment will be widely used in everyday life and in various business areas", said Klimentina Tunteva Krzalovska, Director of Strategy and Corporate Communication Department in Makedonski Telekom.

HTC Vive provides complete control of the user’s 360-degree movement in the space, exploration of the subjects from all sides and full interaction with the environment, by setting a new standard in the creation of inspirational virtual reality. Each particular component of the new HTC Vive Pre device is completely redesigned in order to provide better comfort, ergonomics and performances. Thanks to these key improvements, HTC kept their promise when they announced the device last year, for creating fascinating experiences that change the way we communicate, entertain, learn and train ourselves.

„Today we have the opportunity to present for the first time to Macedonian audience this revolutionary virtual reality system, produced by HTC and Valve with our Partner –Makedonski Telekom. The possibilities for movement and control in the space, presented via games and applications, offer use of the devices in other spheres of life as well, apart from the virtual entertainment. Even now we can foresee the use of such device in the area of medicine, tourism, as well as industrial design, considering the appearance of large number of new and interesting Steam applications. Soon we will be able to dive into the world of distant islands and seas, walk inside the human body, discover the surface of the planets or compose our ideal car”, said Nikolay Nankov, regional manager for HTC.

HTC Vive offers complete Virtual Reality gear, including set of two wireless joysticks, room movement sensors and headset with in-built camera and telephone. The gear also provides so-called hybrid reality which opens an entirely new world of possibilities, where the users can receive and answer missed telephone calls, read messages, send fast replies and check their calendar via the VR headset.

Except for entertainment, the latest HTC Vive Pre is expected to become a tool applicable in the business world, i.e. to be widely used in the area of science, education, medicine, tourism, engineering, creative industries, etc.

Makedonski Telekom customers who want to explore the virtual world, can schedule their own HTC Vive adventure in Telekom Innovation Centre on www.telekom.mk/HTCVive

About Makedonski Telekom

Makedonski Telekom is leading national telecommunication operator offering voice and data services of fixed and mobile network, by having experience of many years and by being leader on the market. The company offers portfolio of services for consumers and business customers, which are provisioned from one place, as well as Cloud and ICT solutions, in order to ensure the best customer experience.

According to the results from the company operation in 2015, Makedonski Telekom serves 225 thousand fixed telephony users, 1,230 thousand mobile telephony users, 190 thousand broadband service users and 103.4 thousand Max TV users. Makedonski Telekom is part of Deutsche Telekom Group.

About HTC

HTC Corporation has the purpose to make life incredible. As a global innovator in the area of smart mobile devices and technology, as of its founding in 1997, HTS introduced products that win awards and present novelties, including the smartphone lines that received excellent reviews – HTC One and Desire. The efforts made to become brilliant are in the essence of everything we do, inspiring top design and crucial mobile experiences for the users worldwide. HTC is listed in Taiwan stock exchange (TWSE: 2498). www.htc.com

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