At Meta’s annual Connect conference, groundbreaking hardware and innovations took center stage. Here’s a concise recap of the key highlights:
Meta Quest 3 VR: Enhanced Immersion
- Improved passthrough tech with 10x more pixels.
- 110-degree field of view.
- Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip.
- Priced at $500 with six months of Quest+ VR subscription.
- Tease of Meta Quest for business.
Xbox Cloud Gaming: Virtual Screens
- Next-gen Meta Quest software with Roblox integration.
- Virtual screen for immersive gaming, repositionable and resizable.
- Launching in December.
Emu: AI-Powered Messaging Creativity
- Emu image generation model for AI stickers.
- Available on WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, and Facebook Stories.
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: Style Meets Tech
- 12-megapixel camera and LED light for recording.
- Livestreaming capability.
- Over 150 design combos starting at $299.
- Upcoming text translation feature.
Meta AI: Chatbots and AI Characters
- AI-powered bots across messaging apps.
- Meta AI assistant for Quest 3 VR headset.
- AI Studio for businesses to create AI chatbots.
- Collaboration with celebrities for 28 AI characters.
Meta Connect 2023 showcased Meta’s dedication to advancing tech, shaping the metaverse, and enhancing user experiences. With Quest 3 VR, smart glasses, Emu, and AI-driven chatbots, the future of technology looks promising. Stay tuned for more exciting developments.
