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Meta pauses sales of faulty Quest 3 elite strap with battery

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Meta pauses sales of faulty Quest 3 elite strap with battery

Meta has temporarily halted sales of the Meta Quest 3 Elite Strap with Battery due to a charging defect affecting some customers. The company is not recalling the product but plans to send out updated replacements to affected customers and retailers. Users have reported issues such as the battery status not turning green after hours of charging and the device disconnecting itself during charging. Meta is advising customers to contact their support team for assistance and is working to resolve the firmware-related issue. The accessory is currently unavailable for purchase on the Meta store page and some retailers.

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Apple vs Meta: Mark Zuckerberg takes on Apple's Vision Pro in a war of words

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Apple vs Meta: Mark Zuckerberg takes on Apple's Vision Pro in a war of words

Meta Platforms and Apple are embroiled in a dispute over their respective virtual reality headsets, the Meta Quest 3 and Apple Vision Pro. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms, defended the Quest 3 on Threads, claiming it offers better value and is superior to the Vision Pro. He highlighted the Quest's weight, motion blur, and precision inputs as key differentiators. Zuckerberg also praised the Quest 3's wireless design and wider field of view, arguing that Apple's Vision Pro sacrifices comfort and mobility for its high-resolution display. Consumers must weigh the trade-offs between the two competing products.

Meta quest 2 won’t easily stream to TVs anymore, but at least it's half the price now

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Meta quest 2 won’t easily stream to TVs anymore, but at least it's half the price now

Meta has dropped the price of its 128 GB Quest 2 headset to $250, half the price of its latest Quest 3. However, it has removed the option to stream to Chromecast, meaning users have to first stream to a phone or computer before mirroring it on their TV. While the $500 Quest 3 has gained popularity for its mixed reality capabilities, Meta's pricing strategy seems to be facing challenges. Meta is also expanding its software ecosystem, allowing game streaming from Steam VR and Xbox Game Pass on the Quest. Accessory prices have also been reduced.

Qualcomm Unveils XR and AR Platforms for Next-Gen Immersive Experiences

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Qualcomm Unveils XR and AR Platforms for Next-Gen Immersive Experiences

Leading semiconductor company Qualcomm has introduced two new platforms, Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 and Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1, to advance the world of mixed reality (MR), virtual reality (VR), and smart glasses. The Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform allows for thinner and more comfortable headsets, eliminating the need for external battery packs, while the Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1 platform enables the creation of sleek smart glasses that can capture and live-stream videos. These platforms will debut on Meta devices in 2023, including the Meta Quest 3 and Ray Ban Meta collection.

Headspace brings meditation to Meta Quest

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Headspace brings meditation to Meta Quest

Headspace and Meta have partnered to create Headspace XR, a customized mindfulness and meditation app for extended reality (XR) headsets. The app features guidance from Headspace instructors, offering familiar practices such as breathing exercises and mood tracking in immersive metaverse-style environments. The inclusion of gamification and a community element aims to engage users and provide external encouragement for a consistent practice. Headspace XR is available for Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 2, and Meta Quest Pro at an upfront fee of $30. The partnership capitalizes on the potential of XR to enhance and sustain mindfulness practices.

Meta now requires users to verify their age to use its Quest VR headsets

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Meta now requires users to verify their age to use its Quest VR headsets

Meta is implementing age verification prompts in its Quest VR store to provide appropriate experiences, settings, and protections for users of different ages. Users of Quest 2 and Quest 3 will be asked to confirm their age by reentering their birthdays, with teenagers having their profiles automatically set to private and parents having control over which apps their preteens can download. Meta plans to require app developers to identify their intended age group and has launched user age group APIs to report if users are too young for certain apps. These efforts aim to enhance online safety for users of Meta's platforms.

How Meta’s global head of safety approaches online age verification

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

How Meta’s global head of safety approaches online age verification

Meta is exploring methods for age verification while protecting privacy on its virtual reality Quest store. Users of the Quest 2 and 3 are prompted to reenter their birthdays, with accounts then placed in age-appropriate experiences. Meta is also developing an age group API to allow developers to sort their apps accordingly. Meta has proposed that app store operators like Apple and Google be responsible for age verification, to avoid users having to verify their age for each app. However, finding a foolproof method for verification remains challenging.

After trying the Vision Pro, Mark Zuckerberg says Quest 3 ‘is the better product, period’

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

After trying the Vision Pro, Mark Zuckerberg says Quest 3 ‘is the better product, period’

In a video posted on Instagram, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg compared Apple's Vision Pro with his company's latest Quest 3 headset, stating that he believes the Quest is the better product overall. Zuckerberg highlighted the tradeoffs Apple made for the Vision Pro's display, such as its weight and limited motion capability compared to the Quest 3. He also praised the Quest's immersive content library, physical hand controllers, and lower price point. However, he acknowledged that the Vision Pro is a superior entertainment device and expressed gratitude for his team's work in building VR headsets.

Mark Zuckerberg reviews Apple Vision Pro says ‘future isn't written yet’

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Mark Zuckerberg reviews Apple Vision Pro says ‘future isn't written yet’

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed his preference for Meta Quest 3 over Apple's Vision Pro, sparking a new rivalry in the virtual reality space. In a video shared on Instagram, Zuckerberg praised Quest for being a better value and overall product, citing its affordable price and functionality. However, he acknowledged the higher resolution screen and eye-tracking features of Apple's Vision Pro. Zuckerberg also highlighted the importance of an open model in the future of VR, with Meta aiming to be the leader in this regard.

Zoom’s new Meta Quest app encourages taking video calls in VR

The Verge

The Verge · 1m ago

Zoom’s new Meta Quest app encourages taking video calls in VR

Zoom has introduced a standalone app for Meta Quest headsets, allowing users to join or host virtual reality meetings, appearing as their Meta Avatars. Previously, VR meetings were only possible through Meta’s Horizon Workspaces app, requiring a Zoom subscription. This new app supports any Zoom license, integrating with Meta Quest 2, Quest Pro, and the newer Quest models. The app features passthrough mode, enabling users to view real-world elements while on calls.

Meta partners with James Cameron's tech venture to boost mixed reality content

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

Meta partners with James Cameron's tech venture to boost mixed reality content

Meta Platforms has joined forces with Lightstorm Vision, a technology venture by filmmaker James Cameron, to enhance the development of 3D entertainment for the Meta Quest. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, announced that the Quest headset will serve as Lightstorm Vision's exclusive mixed reality hardware platform. This collaboration demonstrates Meta's dedication to its mixed-reality division, following significant investments in augmented reality and metaverse technologies. The partnership aims to reduce production costs associated with creating 3D content and expand the offerings of the Quest headset for live sports, concerts, and TV series.

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