The new Meta Quest 3 mixed reality headset announced

Meta announces the Meta Quest 3 with an emphasis on colour passthrough and more games to the Oculus store

Mark Nicoll

02 Jun 2023 — 22 min read

Quest 3

Yesterday Meta announced the new Quest 3, a new standalone headset that follows on from the widely bought Quest 2.

The new Quest 3 has been completely reimagined from the inside out. With the latest generation Snapdragon chip, so expect smoother graphics and faster performance. The new Quest 3 looks like it will be ideal for enterprise too, with it's light weight and looks..

Comfort

Comfort is key, and Meta Quest 3 delivers. With a 40% slimmer optic profile, you can enjoy extended playtime without sacrificing comfort. It's designed to fit perfectly, ensuring that you can fully immerse yourself in your VR adventures without any distractions.

Navigate through your virtual worlds effortlessly with the all-new Touch Plus controllers. These lightweight controllers fit seamlessly in your hands, offering a natural and intuitive way to interact with your virtual environment. With TruTouch haptics, you can even feel the experiences in your hands, adding a new layer of realism to your VR adventures.

Game library

Meta Quest 3 opens the doors to an expansive library of over 500 incredible titles. From action-packed adventures to mind-bending puzzles, there's something for everyone.

Price and availability

Meta Quest 3 starts at a price of $499 for the 128GB version, similar to that of it's predecessor making it accessible to a wide range of VR enthusiasts and will be available some time in the autumn/fall of this year.

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