Alright, so here’s the deal. We’re diving into some tech stuff today. Meta’s Reality Labs is doing a thing — not just any thing, but something wild with VR & MR headsets. Apparently, they’re whipping up goggles that show you, like, everything. I’m talking a horizontal field-of-view of 180 degrees. Yeah, Meta’s usual headsets, like Quest 3, are at 100 degrees, give or take. Major upgrade, right?
Now, here’s where it gets juicy. One’s a VR headset — using, um, “high-curvature reflective polarizers.” Why does my brain want to think that sounds like a superpower? Maybe it is. Keeps things compact yet wide. No magic cape needed.
Oh, and the other one is an MR headset. Same optics deal but with four passthrough cameras. 80MP resolution at 60 FPS if that’s your jam. I swear one moment you’re in a meeting, and the next, you’re spiraling into a sci-fi movie.
Did they run comparisons? You bet. Quest 3 versus the new stuff. Spoiler: wider view wins. Picture this — seeing the dude beside you and maybe sneaking a look at what he’s munching on.
Meta’s kicking it old school with the tracking system — remember Oculus Rift CV1? Same vibe, revamped tech. Researchers say they like it for quick prototypes. Makes sense… I guess?
Okay, let’s not kid ourselves. There are wide field-of-view headsets out there — Pimax, anyone? But they’re hefty. Walking around with those feels like dragging a brick on your face. These new ones? Lighter, less facial gym.
Reality Labs claims they’re tinkering with future-ready gear — blending fun, telepresence, and who knows what else. But, here’s the kicker — don’t hold your breath for a Quest launch with this tech just yet. Meta’s been big on R&D, showcasing nifty prototypes that haven’t hit the shelves. Remember varifocal displays? Still waiting, folks.
Andrew ‘Boz’ Bosworth, Meta’s CTO, has thoughts. Random aside, why do tech execs always have these names that sound like they’re out of a spy novel? Anyway, Boz is cautious about these bad boys. Wider views could mean higher costs, battery drain, and, let’s not forget, potentially needing a neck brace.
But hey, who knows? Maybe this new wave of innovation will rock his world.
