HTC VIVE - Steamvr

What types of phone notifications can I receive on VIVE?
While in VR, you may receive phone calls, text messages, and calendar reminders. To do so, you
need to install the VIVE app on your phone and complete the pairing process with the VIVE
system. You can choose which notifications you want to get on your phone's VIVE app settings.
Can I receive notifications from more than one phone on VIVE?
Currently, only one phone is supported if you want to receive notifications while in VR. If you want
to use another phone with your VIVE, unpair the previous phone first.
What features of the VIVE phone app are not supported in the iOS version?
Currently, editing or adding personalized replies for calls or messages are not supported in the
app's iOS version.
SteamVR
Activating the front-facing camera
You need to enable the settings for the front-facing camera before you can use it in VR, such as
for showing your actual room.
1. From your computer, open the SteamVR app.
2. Click , and then select Settings Camera.
3. Click Enable Camera.
4. Close and reopen the SteamVR app.
5. Click , and then select Settings Camera.
6. Select Allow Camera in Dashboard.
Checking for firmware updates
Firmware updates include improved features and bug fixes.
1. From your computer, do one of the following:
§ On the SteamVR status window, mouse over on any of the hardware icons to check if
the firmware is out of date, and then select to update the firmware.
§ On the SteamVR app, click , and then click Devices Update firmware.
2. Follow the prompts on the screen.
If the update is for the controllers or base stations, you'll be asked to connect them to your
computer using a micro-USB cable.
While firmware updates are in progress, do not unplug the micro-USB or power cables that
connect your hardware to your computer. Doing so could result in a firmware error.
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