How-To Geek - Virtual Reality

How to Play Steam VR Games on Meta Quest With Steam Link

Sydney Butler — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 16:15:13 GMT

Thanks to an official Steam Link app on the Meta Quest Store, you can now play SteamVR games wirelessly on your Meta Quest. Even if you're already using Air Link, you can remove a layer of software by switching to the Steam Link app. It works well, and it's easy if you set it up right.

VR vs. AR vs. MR: Types of Digital Reality Explained

Katie Rees — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:01:13 GMT

It's easy to confuse virtual, augmented, and mixed reality, as the three technologies overlap in many ways. But these digital realities are not one and the same, and each has its own set of uses. So, how do virtual, augmented, and mixed reality work, and where can you experience them today?

Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 Will Power Google and Samsung’s VR Headsets

Corbin Davenport — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:00:19 GMT

Virtual reality and augmented reality headsets are slowly becoming more practical and accessible, with devices like the Meta Quest 2 and 3 readily available, and the Apple Vision Pro approaching release. Qualcomm has now revealed a new chip for VR and AR devices, promising higher graphical performance and responsiveness.

4 Technologies Trying to Replace Your Smartphone

Sydney Butler — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 15:15:23 GMT

It's hard to imagine living without smartphones, but the truth is these almost magical devices haven't been with us long, and came to dominance overnight. So it's not that weird to think that some other type of device might one day muscle in and try to replace the job. Here are a few contenders.

Farewell, Windows Mixed Reality

Corbin Davenport — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 21:58:10 GMT

Windows Mixed Reality was Microsoft's big attempt at virtual reality and augmented reality, powering everything from VR headsets to the futuristic HoloLens. With Apple's Vision Pro headset on the way, Microsoft has apparently decided to kill Windows Mixed Reality.

What Is Bigscreen Beyond, and Is It the Future of VR?

Sydney Butler — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:15:26 GMT

The Bigscreen Beyond is a VR headset that solves numerous issues with current VR headset technology, albeit with its own set of caveats. Let's take a look at this entry in the virtual reality arena and why it may signal exciting things to come for VR.

Meta Quest 3 Review: A VR Headset Full of Promise

Tyler Hayes — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:24 GMT

The Meta Quest 3 is an excellent VR headset, but only a mediocre mixed-reality device. That is, this product’s upgrades over the previous Quest 2 made existing virtual reality apps and experiences a lot better, just by improving the graphics and sound. The flip side is that the better cameras and depth sensors which improved passthrough video made me realize the Quest 3 wasn't foundationally built for mixed reality from the ground up.

Is the Quest 2 Still Worth Buying?

Nalin Rawat — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:01:35 GMT

Meta Quest 3 is the direct successor to one of most popular VR headsets on the market. However, is it too late to buy a Meta Quest 2? Is an upgrade to the Quest 3 for $500 worth it? Or will you miss out on important features by not upgrading? These are the questions that every buyer should ask themselves before investing in Meta's newest VR headset.

Meta Quest 3 Is Like the Apple Vision Pro, but 1/7th the Price

Andrew Heinzman — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:15:57 GMT

With pre-orders starting at $500, the Meta Quest 3 headset boasts full-color video passthrough, a 2064 x 2208 per-eye video resolution, and a second-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 chipset for increased graphical capabilities. It's a clear and compelling upgrade from the Quest 2, especially for those who want to see their real-world surroundings while inhabiting a virtual world. This release may also put a damper on Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset, which will cost $3,500 and boasts video passthrough as a flagship feature.

How to Get Custom Songs on Beat Saber for PC & Quest Headsets?

Nalin Rawat — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 12:00:28 GMT

Beat Saber users are not limited to just official music packs but can add custom songs to the game. Since the process can be complicated, follow our step-by-step guide to add custom songs to Beat Saber for PC VR and Quest headsets.