Diver-X Opens Pre-Orders for ContactGlove3 VR Controller With Electromagnetic Tracking
The switch from bending sensor to electromagnetic field tracking allows the ContactGlove3 to capture finer hand movements, which the company says opens new possibilities for VR communication, sports, and musical instrument performance.
Reporting from 2 sources: GAME Watch (Impress), Denfaminicogamer.
Diver-X began accepting pre-orders for the ContactGlove3 glove-type VR controller on June 23, 2026, priced at 99,800 yen. The device uses electromagnetic field (EMF) tracking to capture finger movements with a median position error of 0.5mm and a maximum error of 1.5mm under recommended conditions, a significant upgrade from the bending sensor method used in the previous ContactGlove2 model. The ContactGlove3 includes a new controller module called Magnetra3, which adds a Grip Lock Button that physically fixes the grip state when pressed, preventing accidental releases during use. The controller works with all existing SteamVR content, including VRChat and Resonite, and provides haptic feedback via a haptic reactor. Diver-X also improved wearability by redesigning the fabric and fixing structure, and the fingertips remain exposed for keyboard operation. The battery lasts 8 to 10 hours on a charge. Shipping is scheduled for October 2026. Sizes available are S, M, L, and XL.
The ContactGlove3 replaces the bending sensor method of its predecessor with an electromagnetic field system that directly measures fingertip and joint positions as absolute coordinates. Under recommended conditions, the sensor orientation error is a median of 0.4 degrees and a maximum of 1 degree. The data output rate is 100Hz with a latency of 30ms. Communication is handled by a dedicated dongle. The included Magnetra3 module refines the button layout and fixing methods from the previous model, and the new Grip Lock Button allows users to hold objects reliably even if their hand shape changes. Diver-X also addressed wearability issues from the ContactGlove2 by redesigning the fabric and fixing structure, making the glove comfortable for extended use. The fabric parts are washable and replaceable. For the thumb, a dedicated fingertip cap enables high-precision tracking. The controller supports Windows and various SteamVR-compatible headsets. Pre-orders are available through the Diver-X official store, as well as Amazon, Rakuten, DMM, and Yahoo Shopping.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 2 cited sources below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.
Sources
- GAME Watch (Impress) グローブ型VRコントローラー「ContactGlove3」予約開始！ 指先の微細な動きまでトラッキング
- Denfaminicogamer 新型グローブ型VRコントローラー『ContactGlove3』が発表。電磁場トラッキング方式を採用で従来品を超える高精度を実現、VR世界でのさらなる表現が広がる