Meta launches a newer, cheaper VR headset
Meta unveils cheaper VR headset, AI updates and shows off prototype for holographic AR glasses
Meta has unveiled updates to the company’s virtual reality headset and Ray Ban smart glasses along as it tries to demonstrate its artificial intelligence prowess and the next generation of computing platforms beyond smartphones and computers.
Meta’s $300 Quest 3S Headset Significantly Lowers VR’s Buy-In Price
The Meta Quest 3S has nearly all the same capabilities as the Meta Quest 3, but costs $200 less. It ships in October.
Meta announces new, cheaper VR headsets while teasing concept for AR glasses
Consumers soon will have access to the newest and more affordable virtual-reality headset Quest 3S and augmented-reality glasses produced by Meta.
Meta Quest 3S vs. Quest 2: Should you buy Meta's upgraded inexpensive VR headset?
Meta Connect 2024 just revealed its new Quest 3S headset, but how does it stack up to the lower-end Meta Quest 2?
Meta Quest 3S Vs 3: What You Lose And Gain With The Cheaper Headset
Considering a Meta Quest 3S as an upgrade from your Quest 2? Here's what you miss out on (and gain) from picking it over the classic Quest 3.
Meta slashes the price of the Quest 3 VR headset with a new, cheaper model
Looking to get into VR? Meta has announced a new, cheaper version of the Meta Quest 3, the Meta Quest 3S, available to pre-order now.
The Meta Quest 3S Headset Could Be the Cheapest Way to Get Into VR
The Quest 3S comes in the box with two of the same Touch Plus controllers as the Quest 3 and the same head strap as last time. It should also accept “some, but not all” of the Quest 3’s accessories, including the elite strap with battery and carrying case.
What to expect at Meta Connect 2024 — the next Quest VR headset
The Meta Connect keynote will stream live on the official Meta Connect website. If you’re a Quest headset user, you can also watch it on Horizon Worlds. Following the keynotes, you can participate in live developer sessions for deep dives on AI and mixed reality on Facebook.
Meta’s new Quest 3S is the VR headset I wanted last year
While the Quest 3's $500 price wasn't good enough to dethrone the Quest 2, the more affordable Quest 3S variant should hit the spot.
The Meta Quest 3S VR Headset Is Up for Preorder, $200 Cheaper Than the Quest 3
In essence, the Quest 3S is nearly the same headset but with downgraded optics. On the plus side, since both headsets use the same processor, running at a lower resolution reduces the load on the APU, which could theoretically improve performance in games and also account for the increased battery life.
The Morning After: Meta launches a newer, cheaper VR headset
Meta Connect is over for another year, leaving nought but some paper plates on the floor and a raft of new AR/VR gear on the table. Because we’re nice, we’ve prepared a comprehensive list of all the goodies announced at the show for you to peruse at your leisure.
Meta Slashes Price of Quest VR Headset, Seeking to Further Undercut Apple’s Vision Pro
The new Quest 3S headset starts at $300, as Facebook-parent Meta seeks to further undercut Apple’s new Vision Pro.
5 upcoming VR games that may convince you to buy a Meta Quest 3S
Meta's Quest 3S was just announced, and these worthwhile games headed to the budget-friendly headset might just convince you ...