Default values were adjusted to a slightly lower VR Bitrate with the framerate set to 72Hz, ensuring a more reliable connection for new users.
The headline feature of v1.17 was the addition of in the Streaming tab. For many users, network fluctuations would cause annoying micro-stutters during high-action games. Virtual Desktop (v1.17) PC
While v1.17 was a major leap, the app has since added groundbreaking features like VDXR (a custom OpenXR runtime) and support for AV1 10-bit encoding for newer GPUs. However, the core philosophy of the v1.17 update—balancing latency for a stutter-free experience—remains the foundation of why Virtual Desktop is still considered a "must-have" for wireless PC VR today. Default values were adjusted to a slightly lower
Early users of headsets like the Quest 2 often complained that colors looked bland or washed out compared to older OLED-based headsets. While v1
It resolved a frustrating issue where games would get stuck at 60fps if G-Sync was enabled on the PC and ensured the "Center to play space" setting remained checked after a restart. Is it still relevant today?
For those still on older hardware or dealing with tricky network environments, these legacy settings are the "secret sauce" to a perfect VR session.
One of the most praised aspects of this update was the re-introduction of the option.