Meta Quest 3: 6-Month Review

Overview

• Improved Product: Compared to Quest 2, Quest 3 is more solid with a slimmer profile and upgraded materials.
• Weight: Slightly heavier at 515g (Quest 2: 503g) but better weight distribution.

Comfort and Optics

• Comfort: Slim profile, upgraded facial interface materials, better cooling.
• Optics: Higher resolution screens with improved colors; new pancake lens design for sharper images.

Features and Functionality

• Full-color Pass-through: Allows viewing notifications on devices without removing the headset.
• Auto-boundary Detection: Fast room boundary set-up without needing ground level setup.
• Sound and Space: Improved sound quality, integrated glasses spacer.
• Controllers: Slimmer design with removed tracking ring, upgraded haptics.

Software and Ecosystem

• Games and Experiences: No free trials, but good return policy (refund within 14 days, less than 2 hours of play).
• Quest Plus Subscription: Two handpicked titles monthly and a revolving catalog.

Notable Games and Experiences

• "Vader Immortal": Highlights immersive storytelling.
• "LEGO Bricktales": Virtual Lego set experience.
• "Nano": Shrinks players to microscopic level.
• "I Expect You to Die": Puzzle-solving game, fun for parties.

Performance and Software Updates

• Chipset: Features Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip.
• Software Improvements: Includes performance enhancements like pass-through video upgrade.

Video and Desktop Features

• 3D Content: Offers free immersive 3D content, but quality varies.
• Virtual Desktops: Wireless connection to PC/Mac through Meta Remote Desktop app; glitchy at times.

Recent Updates

• Lying Down Mode: Adjusts display based on orientation.
• Panoramic Photos: Can view iPhone photos on Quest 3.

Fitness and Other Experiences

• Fitness Apps: Supernatural and Fit XR; gamifies workouts but less compelling than other fitness options.

Meta's Open Ecosystem

• Open OS: Collaboration with partners like Lenovo, Microsoft, Asus.
• Quest Store: Opening to Steam and Xbox Game Pass.

Downsides

• Glitches: Some disorientation and motion sickness issues.
• Wi-Fi Issues: Occasional disconnects.
• Authentication: Password unlock is cumbersome.
• Repairability: Non-user-replaceable battery.

Recommendations

• Who It's For: Gamers, fitness enthusiasts, Quest 2 upgraders.
• Price: Retails at $499.
• Comparison with Vision Pro: Detailed in another video; links provided.

Conclusion

• Overall Verdict: Great device for certain use cases, especially for regular Quest 2 users considering an upgrade.
• Upcoming Content: Review of Meta Rayband smart glasses.

Note: For more information on Quest products and comparisons, additional resources and video reviews are available.