VR headset on sale: The Lenovo Mirage Solo is 50% off on Amazon

TL;DR: The Lenovo Mirage Solo VR headset is on sale for only $199.68 on Amazon. (It's normally $399.99, so you'll save just over $200.)

Between dire climate change reports and high-stakes impeachment inquiries, this world sure feels like A Lot sometimes.

Want to escape to another one? With a virtual reality (VR) headset, you can explore all sorts of breathtaking virtual environments without ever leaving your living room. 

We've seen VR headsets listed at a variety of price points to suit different budgets; many simple smartphone-powered models are available for less than $50. However, anyone who's serious about VR should think about upgrading to a standalone VR headset. It'll cost you a bit more — a couple hundred dollars, probably — but compared to the visuals most smartphone screens produce, a standalone display offers a far more immersive experience with vivid and realistic details. Read more...