Introduction

At the Meta Connect event in California, Mark Zuckerberg unveiled the Meta Quest 3 headset, a groundbreaking "mixed reality" device that combines CGI with the real world. Zuckerberg also teased the future possibility of hanging out with AI holograms, as well as virtual reality AI.

Mixing Reality and CGI

The Meta Quest 3 is Meta's latest entry-level VR headset, priced at $499.99. It features the highest resolution display yet and "pancake optics" that make the device 40% slimmer than its predecessor, the Quest 2. Powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip, the Quest 3 offers improved "mixed reality" that allows users to overlay computer-generated images onto their surroundings. Virtual board games and virtual art are just a couple of examples of what can be experienced using this cutting-edge technology.

Hanging Out with AI Holograms

Zuckerberg painted an exciting vision of the future, where holograms become as common as physical objects in our everyday lives. He explained that media, games, and art could all be experienced as interactive holograms. Zuckerberg envisions a world where people can physically be with friends while others are digitally present as avatars. Attendees at the event were told that hologram AI attendees would join them at the table, further blurring the line between reality and virtuality.

Backwards Compatibility and Availability

Meta highlighted that the Quest 3 is backward compatible with the Quest 2 catalogue of apps and games, offering users access to over 500 titles. The headset is available for pre-order now and is expected to ship on October 10. With its impressive features and affordable price point, the Meta Quest 3 is poised to attract virtual reality enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

The Future of the Metaverse

The concept of the metaverse, a virtual world where people live, work, and play, has gained significant attention. While it already exists in a basic form on smartphones and game consoles, companies like Meta envision a future where the metaverse is accessed through VR, AR, and mixed reality devices. Meta is not the only player in this space, with competitors like Google, Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft also developing metaverse products.

As the metaverse continues to evolve, Zuckerberg and Meta are at the forefront of shaping its future. With the Meta Quest 3 headset and the promise of AI hologram hangouts, they are leading the charge towards a new era of immersive digital experiences.