Valve Releases Hardware Files, Including a KiCad Example, for Steam Frame Hardware and Accessories

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Valve has made good on its promise to make its next-generation Steam Frame virtual reality (VR) headset accessible to those looking to build or mod the device, releasing initial details on using its hardware expansion port along with "stripped down CAD" files. "Information provided within this repository is for informational purposes only," Valve warns those interested in using the design files it has released to expand their Steam Frame with mods and accessories.

Valve's Steam Frame, which recently opened up a lottery to be in with a chance of being one of the first to pre-order the next-generation replacement for the company's earlier Index VR headset, is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen. If you're looking to get an early start in Valve's Steam Frame ecosystem, you can download CAD files and a USB Hub reference design now. 3 processor and packs 16GB of LPDDR5X memory plus 256GB or 1TB of storage.