The virtual reality community is abuzz with rumours of the soon to be released meta Quest 3s, and while there are still no official announcements to be had, Virtual tower will leave you alone not know exactly what’s being said as more information comes in. We dive into the hype behind all those meta Quest 3s, when it may be unleashed upon the world and how they can distinguish themselves from its predecessor.
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When Will the Quest 3s Arrive?
Word on the grapevine is that Meta could be trying to get these out at latest in time for Christmas 2024, or early into 2025 as some form of more powerful and affordable Quest which will go head to head with demanding VR gamers and do-it-all enterprise and professional use cases.
Quest 3 vs Quest 3s: Spotting the Differences
Of course, we will have to wait for any official ties-up information but here is what the reported differences could look like between Quest 3 and 3s rumors:
1. Processing Power
Rumors suggest the Quest 3s will be powered by a more powerful processor, possibly Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon XR3. That might mean smoother graphics, better frame rates or support for more demanding VR experiences.
2. Display
The Quest 3 has already impressive visuals but the 3s could increase that with even higher resolutions and refresh rates. That would equate to a more immersive experience with less screen door effect.
3. RAM and Storage
Meta Quest 3s may feature increased RAM and storage options to support this additional processing power. Users could then run demanding VR apps, store more content and multitask without any issues.
4. Battery Life
One of the more legitimate complaints from VR users is that battery life is too short. A longer lasting battery and gaming on the go meant a potentially undisturbed VR sessions.
5. Mixed Reality Upgrades
Meta quest 3s are likely to have improved passthrough cameras and sensors considering the company’s intentions in mixed reality. It would provide far more realistic and truly immersive mixed reality experiences, blurring the boundaries between the physical world and life-like virtual worlds.
What to Expect from the Quest 3s
But beyond the rumored specs, The Quest 3s provides a clue about our embrace of VR and where its headed next:
- High-Fidelity VR: The Quest 3s aims to redefine visual quality and performance, providing a genuinely immersive VR experience.
- Mixed Reality Evolution: Look for the 3s to offer even more sophisticated mixed reality features as Meta’s aspirations in the metaverse space mature, blending physical and digital worlds further.
- Professional Applications: The Quest 3s might even appeal as much to designers, educators, health-carers and trainers another area where power and untethered features matter.
- Expanded Content Library: The Quest 3s can incentivize developers to make a lot more high quality VR content, including secret AAA games, educational experiences and productivity tools etc.
Sum up on Meta Quest 3s
The Meta Quest 3s promises to be a major jump for the maker of Meta’s VR. Indications from those rumors and speculations suggest that a device is coming to market that could be transformative in the category of standalone VR headsets. It might help close the chasm between casual consumer VR and commercially lucrative applications, extending what can be done in the virtual realm. It’s leading up to what may be its debut, and everyone looks pumped for the meta Quest 3s.
FAQs
Will the Quest 3s be compatible with Quest 3 content?
Most likely, yes. There is some precedent for this: Meta has been pretty good about enforcing backward compatibility.
What will the Quest 3s cost?
It’s expected to be pricier than the Quest 3 due to its enhanced features. Estimates range from $600 to $800.
When can I pre-order the Quest 3s?
I expect pre-orders will actually start towards the very end of 2024 or in early 2025.
