The Meta Quest 3 is a bit more compact than its predecessor but weighs 12 grams more.
These ovals contain a complex camera array to enable full-color passthrough video.
you might see the real world when wearing the Quest 3.
This should increase user comfort, though it also enables a host of augmented reality experiences.
Somewhat ironically, the Quest 3’s passthrough video quality is better than that of theQuest Pro.
And, thanks to integrated depth sensors, the Quest 3 can automatically map your room.
Every game you enjoy on Quest 2 also works on Quest 3.
Meta also promises reduced video distortion and increased color accuracy.
This headset will draw comparisons to Apple’s Vision Pro, which launches next year for $3,500.
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Both devices aim for a mixed reality experience and advertise full-color video passthrough as a flagship feature.
That said, the Quest 3 and Vision Pro aren’t true competitors.
And people who can’t afford Vision Pro werenever going to buy oneanyway.
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You canpre-order the Quest 3today for $500 (or $650 for the 512GB model).
Orders begin shipping October 10th.
Note that “Asgard’s Wrath 2” doesn’t launch until December of this year.
