Valve's Steam Frame VR headset is one step closer to launch, with an update to the SteamOS Manager adding 'Initial support for Steam Frame'. This development marks a significant milestone in the company's efforts to bring its 'streaming-first' VR headset to market. The Steam Frame is expected to arrive alongside or soon after the new Steam Machine, part of a trio of Steam hardware launches this year. The Steam Controller, the first of these releases, sold out in about 30 minutes, indicating strong demand for Valve's products. The inclusion of the Steam Frame in the SteamOS Manager suggests that the device is nearing launch day. This update, committed by Valve engineer Arun Raghavan, adds a new configuration file with the old 'Deckard' codename, indicating that the device is being prepared for release. The SteamOS Manager, which handles processes such as GPU clock management and BIOS updates, was made open source nearly a year ago, allowing outsiders to peek at Valve's inner workings. This transparency is a positive sign for the company's development efforts. The Steam Frame runs on SteamOS, just like the Steam Deck and Steam Machine, and its addition to the SteamOS Manager is another step forward towards launch day. The device is expected to mimic the reservation program used for the Steam Controller, which sold out quickly, to tackle scalpers and ensure fair access for customers. The upcoming release of the Steam Frame and Steam Machine is highly anticipated by the gaming community, and the company's efforts to streamline the development process are a positive sign for the future of VR technology.
