Mark Zuckerberg says Windows 11 PCs will pair with Meta Quest VR headsets just by glimpsing at the keyboard soon

Mark Zuckerberg says Windows 11 PCs will pair with Meta Quest VR headsets just by glimpsing at the keyboard soon

What you need to know

  • Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently announced Quest VR headsets will be able to pair with Windows 11 PCs just by looking at the keyboard soon, similar to how Apple’s Vision Pro works with MacBooks.
  • The new feature will support multiple virtual displays and provide “a natural extension of your PC.”
  • Meta’s Quest headset Horizon OS will connect to Windows 11 via the Remote Desktop app.

As a tech enthusiast with a knack for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), I must say I am genuinely thrilled by Meta’s recent announcements, particularly the integration of Quest VR headsets with Windows 11 PCs. Having been an early adopter of both VR and AR technologies, I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia for the promise they hold.


At the Meta Connect 2024 event, the company revealed several updates, such as their decision to cease the sale of both Quest 2 and Quest Pro models by the end of the year, the introduction of the highly anticipated Quest 3S VR headset priced at $300, and more. Predictably, artificial intelligence was the main focus at this developer conference, with AI-enhanced reminders and translation features being added to Meta’s line of Ray-Ban smart glasses.

It seems that Meta is collaborating closely with Microsoft to ensure a smoother integration of its Quest headsets with the Windows 11 operating system, aiming for a hassle-free user experience (as reported by UploadVR). Mark Zuckerberg, Meta’s CEO, stated that in the near future, connecting to any Windows 11 PC will be effortless. All you need to do is gaze at a keyboard, and it will automatically pair up.

The precise timeline for releasing this impressive new feature remains uncertain, with only a vague “soon” being given as an estimate. However, it is anticipated that it will offer compatibility with several virtual screens and serve as an intuitive expansion of your computer experience. Horizon OS will interact with Windows 11 using the Remote Desktop application.

When your PC links up with the AR glasses, your laptop’s display will automatically switch off, transforming into an expansive virtual screen. As Zuckerberg explained, “This marks the way toward creating a comprehensive computing platform.” It’s not just about games, though Quest excels at that. You can also utilize it for various applications, video streaming, and all other activities you would typically perform on a standard computer. In essence, Quest offers everything you need in one package.

In simple terms, just as you may be aware, you can mirror your computer screen from Windows 11 using Meta’s Remote Display app, effectively turning it into a large virtual monitor. But with a new feature from Meta, you’ll be able to do this directly, without needing any specific application or software.

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2024-09-26 21:09