An unexpected component shortage has resulted in longer than expected build times for the recently launched Oculus Rift virtual reality headset, with units leaving the factory at a slower than originally estimated pace.
While this will result in potential shipping delays for customers who have already pre-ordered the USD$599 Oculus Rift, the company will waive shipping fees for all existing orders placed before April 2. For Australian customers, this could result in a saving of as much as USD$130 (AUD$170 at today's exchange rate).
On Twitter, Oculus CEO Brendan Iribe confirmed that both US-based and international customers will receive free shipping.
First set of Rifts are going out slower than we orig estimated, so we're giving free shipping for all pre-orders, including international.
— Brendan Iribe (@brendaniribe) April 2, 2016
In an email sent to existing customers, Oculus said it will provide new shipping forecasts on April 12.
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