Recent speculations have suggested that Meta is in the process of developing a more cost-effective VR headset, potentially named the Meta Quest 3 Lite. However, a recent leak indicates that the Quest 3 Lite might actually be referred to as the Meta Quest 3s.
Meta Quest 3s Leak
The leak originates from Redditor u/LuffySanKira (Via @Lunayian) who has shared images purportedly from a Meta User Research Zoom meeting. These images provide a glimpse of the graphics for the upcoming budget-friendly VR headset. Within the Zoom meeting, the Meta Quest 3s is displayed alongside the Meta Quest 3. Additionally, some specifications of the Meta Quest 3s have been unveiled in these screenshots, reinforcing the idea that it could indeed be the anticipated Meta Quest 3 Lite.
Specifications and Comparison
The Meta Quest 3 Lite is anticipated to be a more streamlined version of the Quest 3, set at a more affordable price point. The leaked details reveal that the Quest 3s boasts a resolution of 1920 x 1832 with 20 PPD (Pixels Per Degree) and an internal storage capacity of 256GB. This contrasts with the Quest 3's 2208 x 2064 resolution, 25.5 PPD, and 512GB internal storage.
The Meta Quest 3s is depicted as marginally smaller in overall size when compared to the base Quest 3. However, the primary distinction lies in the front sensors. While the Quest 3 sports three oval sensor cutouts, the Quest 3s features six cutouts (three on each side) arranged in a stacked configuration. As of now, the validity of this leak remains unconfirmed, so it is advisable to stay tuned for further developments.