Meta Quest 3's release date likely on September 27th, 2023, at Meta Connect event.
Predicted starting price: $499, making it slightly pricier than Quest 2.
Expected improvements: Higher resolution displays, a new Snapdragon chip, 128GB storage option, high fidelity color passthrough, mixed reality user experience.
Meta Quest 3's design: 40% slimmer with pancake lenses, trio of front sensors, flexible head strap, redesigned controllers.
Potential features: "Smart Guardian" safety feature, interoperability with Windows PCs, access to Meta Quest Plus gaming subscription service, backward compatibility with Quest 2's library.
Meta's aim: To establish a stronger presence in the XR market by delivering Quest 3 before competing products like Apple Vision Pro.
The Quest 3's slightly higher price may provide more affordable options for users.
Meta's focus on XR experiences and mixed reality could shape the future of the Metaverse.