Meta introduces its latest entry-level mixed reality headset, the Quest 3S, priced from $299.99 for the 128GB model and $399.99 for the 256GB version. Preorders are available on Meta’s website and will begin shipping in October. Fifteen, accompanied by an identical copy of itself. Got up close and personal with the newly unveiled Quest 3S, observing that it brings several features from the Quest 3 to a significantly more affordable VR headset.
Meta is phasing out its Quest 2 and Quest Pro models as part of a broader product simplification effort, with the Quest 3 series becoming the primary focus. The lineup will now consist of two Quest 3 models, including the 512 GB variant priced at $499.99.
While Meta has championed digital reality for several years, my recollections of testing an early Oculus Rift prototype over 12 years ago remain vivid – a significant milestone was marked by the release of the accessible Meta Quest 2? The headset eschewed the need for exterior cameras and lengthy cords, instead providing a self-contained experience through both hardware and software, at a more palatable although fluctuating price point. With its anticipated arrival, Meta’s latest entry-level model, the Quest 3S, is poised to set a new standard in virtual reality technology.
