Meta has just shared the new v66 version of the platform, and it provides solutions to certain frustrations on the Meta Quest 3 headset Continue reading to find out the details.
With the v66 update, the Quest headset will benefit from new features through its operating system. Some new features are specially dedicated to Quest 3. First of all, let’s talk about “pass mode” from the last one. The v66 update brings improvements to this mode. As a result, the image you see will be sharper, clearer and more detailed. But that’s not all.
Distortion and warping for moving objects will be reduced. In other words, when you move or objects move around you, the image you see through the headset will be more stable and sharper.
Finally, the improvement includes a more natural position of the user hands in mixed reality. When you look at your hands through the headset, their position and movement will be more accurately represented.
Another exciting new feature: the possibility of watch Netflix in the browser of the headset Quest 3 Before that, this function was simply not available.
Virtual “wrist buttons” in Quest 3 Update V66
When you wear the Quest 3 VR headset, you use the controllers to interact with the virtual world. But now with the update there is a new feature called virtual “wrist buttons”. These visibly appear on your wrist when you move your hand in a certain way. You can use it to perform different actions, such as opening windows or menus.
Besides that, before the v66 update, when you opened 2D application on the VR Quest headset, this would pause the video you were watching. This situation was very unpleasant because it interrupted your immersion. In addition, it made it difficult to manage multiple tasks at the same time.
With the v66 update, it is now possible to open a 2D application, start a video, then minimize the application. without interruption of reproduction. This allows you to fully enjoy mixed reality while having your favorite music playing in the background.
Note that Quest system software updates are rolled out gradually. It could take your headset a few days, or even more than a week, to receive the v66 update.