Meta and Pimax announce new VR headset hardware

The virtual reality hardware market sees new offerings from Meta and Pimax. The Meta Quest 3 512GB features double the GPU computing power of its predecessor, the Quest 2, and offers a resolution of 2,064 x 2,208 pixels per eye. It functions as a standalone mixed-reality headset with color passthrough capabilities and includes 512 GB of storage for apps and games.

Pimax has introduced the Crystal Pro, a high-end PC-VR headset. The device utilizes dual QLED panels with a resolution of 2,880 x 2,880 pixels per eye and features Mini-LED local dimming with 576 zones per eye. While the headset is priced at $1,399, a package including the 60G AirLink wireless transmission module is available for $1,899. The Crystal Pro is designed for high-end PC-based virtual reality experiences.