Virtual Desktop v1.17 also tweaked the "under-the-hood" settings to provide a better out-of-the-box experience:
One of the most praised aspects of this update was the re-introduction of the option. Virtual Desktop (v1.17) PC
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
Early users of headsets like the Quest 2 often complained that colors looked bland or washed out compared to older OLED-based headsets. Early users of headsets like the Quest 2
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.
Here’s a breakdown of why this specific version was a turning point for PC VR enthusiasts. Fixing the "Stutter" with Extra Latency Mode