Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has ignited a debate in the mixed reality space by asserting the superiority of Meta’s Quest 3 headset over Apple’s Vision Pro in a recent Instagram video. Zuckerberg’s comparison highlights several key advantages of the Quest 3, including its affordability, comfort, and immersive capabilities. His remarks underscore Meta’s ambition to dominate the mixed reality market and challenge Apple’s stronghold in the realm of cutting-edge technology.
Zuckerberg explains how the Meta Quest 3 is a better product than the Apple Vision Pro
In the video, Zuckerberg emphasizes the Quest 3’s affordability, being priced nearly one-seventh of Apple’s Vision Pro. Despite the stark price difference, the Meta Quest 3 manages to deliver high-quality passthrough on large screens, he says, rivaling the capabilities of its Apple counterpart. Moreover, Zuckerberg praises the Quest 3’s lightweight design, shedding 120 grams compared to the Vision Pro, and its wireless functionality, providing users with unrestricted movement.
A key point of distinction highlighted by Zuckerberg is the Quest 3’s superior visual clarity and wider field of view
Contrasting with the motion blur experienced with the Vision Pro. Additionally, the Quest 3 boasts precision controllers and hand tracking, with Zuckerberg noting the enhanced precision of the Quest’s hand tracking feature. The extensive library of immersive content available on the Quest platform further solidifies its appeal, offering users a diverse range of experiences, from gaming to multimedia consumption.
Zuckerberg’s critique extends beyond the technical specifications
Delving into philosophical considerations of product design and market dynamics. He appreciates Apple’s decision to put a higher resolution display but disagrees with the ones that take away users’ comfort. He also advocates for Meta’s open model approach to the Mixed Reality space and assures that he will go to his absolute limits to let Meta Quest’s open model approach dominate the MR space. Drawing parallels with past industry trends, Zuckerberg suggests that while Apple may excel in certain product categories, the future of mixed reality may favor Meta’s open model, akin to Microsoft’s dominance during the PC era.
