The Meta Quest has introduced a game-changing feature with its new HDMI Link first-party app, giving Quest headsets an exciting new capability.
The application allows users to visualize the screen of nearly any device via a Universal Video Classification (UVC) capture card – a hardware component that accepts HDMI or DisplayPort inputs and transmits compressed video signals over USB.
Seizure-prone digital games can now be played on a wide range of devices including smartphones, tablets, game consoles, and more. You could potentially connect your iPhone to a large digital display through your Oculus Quest by using a Lightning-to-HDMI cable and a capture card.
By leveraging Meta Quest Desktop, Horizon Workrooms, or third-party applications such as Digital Desktop, you can already wirelessly connect your laptop to your headset. With this new wired option, you’ll no longer need a Wi-Fi network connection, which may lead to reduced latency and an enhanced overall experience.
According to Meta, the app delivers video quality comparable to 1080p at 60 frames per second, suggesting that users adjust their recording settings to match this specification for optimal results.
Despite this, a significant proviso must be acknowledged immediately. The Seize streaming device won’t display DRM-protected content using High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). You won’t be able to utilize this setup to monitor or track downloaded content from platforms like Netflix or Disney+, as these services employ robust digital rights management (DRM) and encryption methods to protect their copyrighted material.
The Meta Quest HDMI Hyperlink app is now available for download at no cost through the App Lab. The seamless integration of our panel app requires simultaneous usage with various 2D applications, as well as immersive experiences within virtual reality apps, contingent upon the installation of version 69 of PTC.
Customized playing card sets can be purchased for around $30. Uploaded a video to VR, utilizing the Genki ShadowCast 2, which can be had for $50, and found it to work efficiently.
