Meta, the tech giant formerly known as Facebook, has recently made waves in the virtual reality (VR) world by introducing a new operating system called Horizon OS. This new OS is set to revolutionize the VR ecosystem by opening up Meta’s platform to other headset makers.
Currently, the operating system used in Meta’s popular Quest headsets is based on Android, with its own app marketplace called the Meta Quest Store. However, with the introduction of Horizon OS, companies like Asus’ ROG and Lenovo are already in the process of developing new VR headsets that will utilize this innovative system. These new headsets will also be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processors, promising users a seamless and immersive experience.
In addition, Meta has hinted at the upcoming release of a limited Xbox-themed Quest headset, following the news that Game Pass will soon be compatible with Quest’s OS. Meta’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, has likened the new Horizon OS to Apple’s iOS, dubbing it a “spatial computing OS” that will push boundaries in the VR world.
Zuckerberg has also taken jabs at Apple’s VR device, the Vision Pro, by asserting that Meta’s upcoming Quest 3 will be a superior VR/AR device. With the introduction of Horizon OS, the VR headset market is poised for significant growth, potentially reshaping the entire VR landscape. Stay tuned as Meta continues to push boundaries in the realm of virtual reality.
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