Meta Quest 3 Can Play iPhone Spatial Videos
February 07, 2024 By Aaem Joshi
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Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has swiftly incorporated one of Apple's key Vision Pro features into their Quest headsets. This development allows users to experience iPhone spatial videos on Meta Quest devices.
Let's delve into how it works and the immersive experience it provides.
When watching a 3D video of family gatherings, such as Thanksgiving, shot on the iPhone 15 Pro, the immersive experience is truly remarkable. The video allows viewers to observe details like family members across the table, the surroundings, and even the food being prepared. It almost feels as if one is actually present in that moment. This experience is made possible by wearing the Meta Quest 3, rather than relying on the Vision Pro, which comes at a significantly higher price.
While certain users have found informal strategies to see Apple's 3D spatial videos on Meta's VR headsets, Meta has now presented an official method with the upcoming v62 operating system update for the Quest 3. The integration functions admirably, giving a phenomenal alternative to the VisionPro, particularly taking into account the huge cost difference between the two.
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Spatial videos can likewise be played on the Quest 2, which is as of now accessible at a lower price tag, or the upcoming Quest Pro. In any case, the emphasis is specifically on experiencing Apple's cutting-edge micro-OLED 4K screens against Meta's highest-resolution VR headset that anyone could hope to find as of now.
Even when viewed on the Vision Pro, spatial videos already exhibit a slight loss in resolution and have fuzzy borders. The current video recording limit is 1080p at 30fps, resulting in moments appearing slightly less crystal-clear than real life and confined within a limited frame. On the Quest 3, the experience is similar, with a slightly fuzzy frame and less aggressive blurring at the edges compared to Apple's zoomed-in playback mode. Unfortunately, it couldn't capture any screenshots with the Quest 3, as Meta's screenshot mode blacked out the video content, unlike Apple's mode.
At times, videos on the Quest 3 may experience slight stuttering, which prevents them from appearing completely smooth. This could be a bug in the early build, but the videos still play well enough to be shared with family and friends or enjoyed personally. Additionally, sharing the Quest with family is significantly easier as it accommodates glasses (unlike the Vision Pro) and doesn't require eye-tracking setups as the Vision Pro does.
Meta's rapid integration of Apple's iPhone-shot videos is surprising yet strategic. It is possible that Meta is working on its own method of recording spatial videos, which may be introduced in the near future. Although the current requirement for recording 3D spatial video is an iPhone 15 Pro, this development provides yet another reason for Quest owners to forgo the expense of the Vision Pro and indulge in the immersive future with a headset they may already possess.
The Meta Quest 3's ability to play iPhone spatial videos opens up a world of immersive experiences for users. With Meta's ongoing developments and the potential for future enhancements, this integration offers an exciting glimpse into the possibilities of virtual reality.
By Aaem Joshi
I am a Journalist who loves digging up stories that remain unheard. Strongly Believe in the knowledge of the social world.
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