Meta Quest Strikes Back: Spatial Videos, Pinch Controls, and More to Challenge Apple Vision Pro

By Shakir Bukhari

Move over, Apple Vision Pro, there's a new contender in town – and it's significantly cheaper! Meta Quest is rolling out a major update (v62) that brings spatial video playback, gesture controls, and other features reminiscent of Apple's high-end headset, all to its Quest 2, 3, and Pro devices. Let's dive into the details:



Spatial Videos: Affordable 3D Memories

Remember those special moments captured on your iPhone 15 Pro? Now you can relive them in immersive 3D with spatial video playback on your Meta Quest headset. Upload those stereoscopic videos directly from the Meta Quest mobile app, and voila! Spatial video content is stored in the cloud, saving precious headset space. Meta even offers demo videos to get you started.



Pinch Your Way to VR Mastery:

Inspired by Apple's Vision Pro, Meta Quest introduces single-gesture quick actions. With hand tracking enabled, a short pinch opens the Quick Actions menu, while a long pinch re-centers your view. You can even customize these gestures for taking photos or other actions.



Beyond Apple:

The v62 update doesn't stop there. Here are some other highlights:

  • Web Browser Games: Take your browser gaming to the next level with gamepad support for Quest Browser.
  • Livestreaming for Everyone: Facebook live streaming, previously in beta, is now officially available for all Quest owners.
  • YouTube Live Chat: Interact with your audience while streaming directly from your Quest headset.
  • Mixed Reality Enhancements: Save up to 15 mixed reality spaces and enjoy automatic USB Link reconnection for PC VR.


Strategic Timing, Competitive Edge:

The timing of this update is no coincidence. With Apple Vision Pro launching just a day later, Meta is clearly making a statement: you don't need to spend $3,500 to experience cutting-edge VR features. While the Quest lineup lacks some of Vision Pro's bells and whistles, its affordability and accessibility could be a major draw for many users.



The VR Wars Heat Up:

The battle for VR dominance is intensifying, and Meta's latest move shows they're not going down without a fight. By offering key features from the much pricier Vision Pro at a fraction of the cost, Meta is making a strong case for itself as the more accessible VR platform. It'll be interesting to see how Apple responds and how this rivalry shapes the future of VR.



Shakir Bukhari

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Comments

  1. Data & StatisticsFebruary 2, 2024 at 10:36 AM

    Whether you're an Apple fan or a Meta loyalist, the Quest v62 update is a game-changer. It brings advanced features like spatial video and gesture controls to a wider audience, making VR more accessible and immersive than ever before. With its strategic timing and competitive edge, Meta has thrown down the gauntlet, and the VR landscape is about to get even more exciting.

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2024 at 11:09 AM

    Meta is clearly aiming to capture a share of the high-end VR market before Apple takes center stage. With its more affordable hardware and boarder feature set، Quest v62 positions Meta as a strong contender in the VR wars.

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