The Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro are getting an upgrade that should make them easier to use and more intuitive. While some of the enhancements are still only accessible in experimental testing mode, the upgrade should benefit both Meta Quest 2 and Quest Pro.
Although Facebook has confirmed that the original Oculus Quest’s upgrades are coming to an end, the Meta Quest 2 is still receiving updates. While some fans are waiting for the Meta Quest 3 to be revealed, those who already possess the current generation of the gadget will be relieved to hear that the business is still supporting it with enhancements.
Meta Quest’s v50 system upgrade has debuted, and it’s bringing various enhancements, both with the devices’ peripherals and the basic UI. To begin, Meta claims that the Touch Pro controllers will require less time to start up and engage tracking when the user puts on the headset. Formerly, there was a brief delay while the controls and headset synced. While the Touch Pro controllers debuted with the Meta Quest Pro, they’re also compatible with the Meta Quest 2, however Meta made no mention of the Quest 2 enhancement.
Next, the touch controls in Meta Quest 2 have been improved. Before, users could use touch controls on the device’s basic interface, but these were unintuitive and often impossible to use. Everything that requires special hand gestures, such as pinching the index finger and thumb together, must be activated. The touch controls in this version are now meant to be more intuitive and akin to using a real digital device. Users may scroll with their fingers by tapping on the “screen” in front of them.
Ultimately, the Meta Quest 2’s multitasking has improved significantly. Users no longer need to exit their VR application to browse the web or utilise 2D applications. Formerly, this function was only accessible on the Quest Pro. Nevertheless, the new feature isn’t flawless; users will still have to close the superimposed window before returning to their VR application. Also, early reviews indicate that there is substantial latency while switching between apps.
With these features in the works, it’s likely that the Meta Quest 3 will include them. While the precise specifications of the Meta Quest 3 are unknown, the gadget is expected to be more powerful than the Quest 2, thus some of the performance issues may be resolved. In the interim, these features should improve the experience of current VR headset owners.
