Upcoming Virtual Reality Headsets with Horizon OS from Meta: Here's the Latest Information
In a series of thrilling announcements, Meta is teaming up with tech giants like Microsoft and companies such as Asus and Lenovo to transform the virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) landscape.
The most eagerly awaited news is the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, a VR headset born from Meta's collaboration with Microsoft. This partnership promises to deliver a unique gaming experience to Meta Quest users.
In addition to the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, Asus and Lenovo are also developing third-party VR headsets that will run on Meta's Horizon OS. These devices, including the Asus ROG and Lenovo devices, are expected to provide an immersive VR experience, with the Asus ROG being hailed as an 'all-new performance gaming headset.'
Meta's Horizon OS is set to expand, mirroring Lenovo's Legion Go S, which comes with Valve's SteamOS. By extending Horizon OS to more devices, Meta aims to create a seamless VR ecosystem. However, the responsible developers for these third-party VR headsets have not yet been publicly revealed.
Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon Summit in September may unveil the rumoured Snapdragon X2 Series chips that are expected to power these new headsets. This collaboration between Meta and Qualcomm suggests these devices will offer superior performance and smooth user experiences.
Besides VR headsets, Meta is also working on other innovative devices. The Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses, for instance, boast a unique feature—a wrist strap that allows users to adjust the glasses with ease. Meta's Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) specs are another exciting product in the pipeline.
Meta's Hyperspace, a tool that allows users to scan the real world and turn it into the Metaverse, is also getting an upgrade. With new AI tools, users will be able to create more immersive and interactive Metaverse experiences.
The Meta Quest headsets are also getting a significant upgrade for watching TVs and movies. However, the exact details of this upgrade are yet to be revealed.
While the Meta Connect 2025 showcase featured smart glasses as the main attraction, no VR headsets were unveiled. This suggests that Meta is keeping some of its most exciting VR developments under wraps.
Lenovo aims to develop mixed reality devices for productivity, learning, and entertainment. The exact nature of these devices remains a mystery, but they are sure to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of VR and MR.
The release dates for these new headsets from Asus and Lenovo have not been announced yet. However, Meta has confirmed that these partner VR headsets, including new mixed reality devices built on Meta Horizon OS, are still on the way.
Rumours also suggest the arrival of a 'Steam Frame' VR headset soon. If true, this could mark a significant shift in the VR market.
With these exciting developments on the horizon, the future of VR and MR looks brighter than ever. Stay tuned for more updates as these new devices are revealed.
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