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MARCH 7, 2024

Meta announced it’s overhauled its aging PC software with a few new features, which should make using Quest for PC VR gameplay a little less 2019 and a little more 2024, as it now includes more modern features such as a higher refresh rate on Quest 3, longer playtime via Air Link, and broadened support for nVidia 4000 series GPUs.

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MARCH 2, 2023

A new report from The Verge claims that Meta intends on releasing three additional VR headsets over the next several years. This includes a direct follow-up to Quest 2 as well as the more recent Quest Pro mixed reality headset. In terms of pricing, the device will apparently cost just slightly more than the $399 Quest 2.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Meta has introduced a number of significant updates to its lineup of standalone VR headsets over the years. Today, the company announced yet another update that will begin rolling out on Quest 2 and Quest Pro headsets over the next few weeks. In addition to Direct Touch, Meta has also announced in-game multitasking for Quest 2.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Just a week after Facebook (Meta) announced the name change, we’re already seeing ‘Meta Quest’ branding out in the wild. Last week during Facebook Connect 2021, Mark Zuckerburg took to the stream to reveal the official rebranding of Facebook to “Meta.” ” Image Credit: Facebook (Meta).

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Road to VR

MARCH 21, 2024

Meta is once again reducing the price of Quest 2, this time bringing the 128GB version of its 2020-era standalone VR headset to just $200. This comes alongside rumors that Meta is currently prepping a prospective ‘Quest 3 Lite’, which it could be building in partnership with LG.

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OCTOBER 11, 2022

Everything you need to know about Meta’s new all-in-one VR headset. After long last, Meta has officially unveiled the Meta Quest Pro (formerly Project Cambria), a high-powered VR headset with full-color mixed reality capabilities. Credit: Bob Minkin for Meta. pounds, slightly more than the Quest 2.

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Road to VR

APRIL 3, 2024

Meta announced it’s adding an obligatory age confirmation feature on the Quest platform, which in addition to asking you for your real birthday, could also put up a hard barrier on younger users accessing apps that aren’t age appropriate.

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APRIL 22, 2024

Meta says that even though third-parties will be making headsets with Quest OS (now called Horizon OS) the company will continue to develop its line of Quest headsets. With that news came two big questions: Will Meta continue making its own Quest headsets? Will Horizon OS be open to anyone, or only select partners?

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MAY 3, 2023

Another year, another annual Meta Quest Gaming Showcase. For 2023, the company is promising a new-and-improved event featuring over 40 minutes of gaming-related content coming to Meta Quest VR headsets in the near future. For more information on the Meta Quest Gaming Showcase visit here.

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MAY 14, 2024

Quest users searching the Store will now be able to more easily find games published through its early access distribution channel, App Lab, which previously weren’t visible, effectively giving smaller studios a more level playing field.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Meta paused shipments of its Elite Strap with Battery for Quest 3 amid widespread user reports of a charging fault that renders the battery useless. Meta says it’s now manufacturing new battery straps that fixes the defect, and that replacements are being handled on a case-by-case basis.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Meta’s Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses also made it on the list. Earning a spot on Oprah’s Favorite Things gift list is generally considered an honor, which is why it’s so cool to see Meta Quest 2 make the cut. Image Credit: Meta. Meta Quest 2 is available now starting at $399 on meta.com.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

The Quest Pro is even better with these nifty accessories. The Meta Quest Pro features a generous selection of accessories at launch, from a premium carry case to dedicated VR earphones and everything in between. The following is a list of every VR accessory announced for the Meta Quest Pro: What’s in the box?

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Road to VR

MARCH 29, 2024

Meta announced last year it was sunsetting the original Quest , which was first released in 2019. The company announced the news in an email to developers, seen below: Notice to Quest 1 Developers As we announced last year , we are implementing important changes to Quest 1.

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DECEMBER 4, 2022

Background audio playback, mixed reality capture, and a shareable wishlist are just a few of the updates you’ll find in Meta’s latest OS update. This includes Meta, who this year is giving away several interesting goodies. To kick things off, the company will begin rolling out v47 for Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro.

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

The dust hasn’t even settled from the launch of the powerful Quest Pro , Meta’s $1,500 enterprise-focused VR headset and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has already confirmed that we are getting another headset next year! During its recent Q3 2022 earnings call, Meta confirmed that the headset will be available sometime in 2023.

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JUNE 6, 2022

Synch your Quest headset to Apple Health for an enhanced VR fitness experience. It was back in 2020 that Meta (formerly Facebook) first introduced the Move app for Meta Quest headsets. Those on iPhone have the ability to access their Move stats straight from the Oculus app by enabling support in their Quest headsets.

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APRIL 19, 2022

Meta today announced a handful of significant updates on their way to the Presence Platform designed to improve its hand-tracking capabilities. Here’s a quick rundown of todays key improvements: Step-function improvement to tracking – There’s nothing worse than your Quest headset losing track of your hands mid-game.

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AUGUST 25, 2022

This week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg joined prominent podcast host and comedian Joe Rogan on his show The Joe Rogan Experience , during which they talked more about the company’s next Meta VR headset, codenamed Project Cambria. Image Credit: Meta.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

Although Quest’s tracking is one of the most reliable out there, it still has trouble in moving vehicles like airplanes and cars. Meta is apparently working to fix that. For anyone who’s tried to use Quest on an airplane, it’s basically only usable when you’ve reached a consistent altitude and direction.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Mojang’s best-selling video game arrives on Meta’s best-selling VR headset. Since the launch of the original Oculus Quest back in 2019, players have been begging for an official VR port, not including 2016’s Minecraft: Gear VR Edition for the now-discontinued Samsung Gear VR headset. Image Credit: QuestCraft.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 22, 2023

In today’s Meta Quest 3 review, we’re finally taking a hands-on look at all the unique features and capabilities of Meta’s latest headset. Ever since Meta announced the impending arrival of its new mixed-reality device, we’ve been watching and waiting for our chance to test it out.

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JULY 12, 2023

Meta today announced that Roblox , the immensely-popular online video game platform, is coming to Meta Quest VR headsets. This will allow developers to experiment and fine-tune their Roblox VR experiences before the game goes live on the Meta Quest Store.

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JULY 21, 2023

Meta this week announced that update v56 will soon begin rolling out on Meta Quest headsets. This latest software update introduces a number of exciting improvements to Quest, including new accessibility options, button remapping, system-wide local dimming, and the return of Facebook livestreaming.

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DECEMBER 15, 2021

Go behind the scenes of Meta’s bizarre new holiday. Meta held its first-ever Quest Day earlier this week. Over the course of the day, the company took to Instagram Live to hand out a variety of hilarious Quest-themed freebies. Those who stuck around after the main event could even score a free Quest 2 headset.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Meta today announced a new VR game subscription service that will give you access to two hand-picked Quest games per month, priced at $8 per month, or $60 annually. Called Meta Quest+, the subscription service will be available to Quest 2, Quest Pro and eventually Quest 3 users.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Facebook (Meta) today announced update v35 for the Meta Quest and Meta Quest 2, teasing several major updates to the Quest platform. Here’s everything we have to look forward to with update v35 for the Meta Quest: MOBILE MIXED REALITY. Image Credit: Meta. Image Credit: Meta.

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AUGUST 1, 2023

Pick up Walkabout Mini Golf and MOTHERGUNSHIP: FORGE now on Meta Quest headsets. Meta Quest+ is a VR game subscription service that launched roughly a month ago for Meta Quest 2 and Quest Pro headsets. annually, you receive two popular VR games hand-picked by Meta. per month or $59.99

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MARCH 20, 2024

Since the launch of Quest 3, Meta has included a free copy of its latest and greatest first-party game, Asgard’s Wrath 2. Asgard’s Wrath 2 is perhaps the most ambitious Quest game yet launched, and for anyone who has bought a new Quest 3, the game has been bundled for free (normally $60).

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JANUARY 19, 2024

In this Meta Quest Pro review, we’re taking a hands-on look at Meta’s enterprise-grade VR (and mixed reality) headset, designed for business users. Here’s everything you need to know about the Meta Quest Pro. The Quest Pro has a higher price tag than the Quest 2 and the new Meta Quest 3.

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Road to VR

MARCH 1, 2024

According to a report from The Information , Google and Meta held a meeting late last year wherein the two companies discussed the possibility of bringing Android XR to Meta headsets. The post Meta Reportedly Rejected Google Partnership to Bring Android XR to Quest appeared first on Road to VR.

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MARCH 13, 2024

A widespread charging fault with Meta’s $130 Elite Battery Strap for Quest 3 forced the company to pause shipments back in December and start replacing units on a case-by-case basis. Meta sent out an email recently to contact customers of its Elite Strap with Battery for Quest 3.

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APRIL 23, 2024

If you live in Northern Europe outside of the Eurozone, or in New Zealand, Meta says recurring subscriptions will soon be priced in local currency and not in U.S. Meta hasn’t said whether it will expand this localized pricing to other regions charged in USD. If you have any questions, please contact developer support.

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MARCH 3, 2023

Meta today announced it’s lowering the price of the 256GB version of Quest 2 as well as its more recent enthusiast-grade standalone, Meta Quest Pro. Meta initially launched a 64GB and 256GB variants of Quest 2 in late 2020 for $300 and $400 respectively.

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JANUARY 18, 2023

Since purchasing Oculus, Meta has made significant strides in the extended reality (XR) world. The Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro are just two examples of the latest immersive technologies offered by Meta. Meta Quest Pro vs Meta Quest 2: Features. Meta Quest Pro.

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MARCH 4, 2022

Meta wants to turn Tuesday nights into VR game nights. Meta has officially announced Quest Night, a weekly game night dedicated to all things Quest. Starting next Tuesday and every Tuesday following, the company is encouraging Quest players to meet up online for some good old-fashioned multiplayer gaming.

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Cats and VR

JUNE 1, 2023

Mark Zuckerberg just announced Meta Quest 3, the next-generation virtual and mixed reality headset, which launches later this year. It features higher resolution, stronger performance, breakthrough Meta Reality technology, and a slimmer, more comfortable form factor. The 128GB headset starts at $499.99

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