Meta Quest 3 specs leaked ahead of Connect 2023 – XR Today

More leaks from Meta!

It seems like the leading XR company cannot rest before the Connect 2023 online showcase event. After last month’s leaks, Meta once again faces leaks with information related to the specifications The technology of the Quest 3 MR headset fell into the hearts of the audience this week.

In the UnboundXR store listing, the site revealed many of the core details behind the Meta Quest 3. The specifications are as expected. However, the leaked specifications may not reflect the upcoming device and the leaks cannot be confirmed until Meta Connect 2023.

Among the leaked information, UnboundXR revealed the following details:

• Resolution 2064 x 2208 pixels per eye
• LCD screen
• 129Hz refresh rate
• Pancake lens
• Snapdragin XR2 Gen2 Chipset
• Battery life 2-3 hours
• 97 horizontal fields of view and 93 vertical fields of view
• Optional IPD adjustment and eye relief support
• Weight 509g
• Users will have a choice of 128GB or 512GB of storage capacity
• USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi connection
• Monitor inside and out and cameras
• Depth sensor
• The camera points out full RGB for MR color passthrough

Some of these details are already common knowledge – such as battery life and chipset – but features like larger storage space may interest customers who want to install a lot of apps. .

Furthermore, the leak also revealed the price of the device and some accompanying accessories. The Meta Quest 3 512GB model will cost around €699, the premium strap with battery pack will cost €149.99, the carrying case will cost €79.99, the silicone face interface will cost €49.99 and finally Finally, the charging dock will cost €149.99.

Mission 3 unboxing leak

In late August, a video appeared on X showcasing the Quest 3 device. The unboxing video showcased the upcoming MR device, its controller, and packaging.

The video highlights how the MR headset has a less bulky frame than the Oculus Quest 2. Previously, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg note that the Quest 3 device will have a form factor that is about 40% thinner than its predecessor thanks to the pancake lens.

Furthermore, the Meta Quest 3 controller is identical to that of the Quest Pro headset. Meta has redesigned the Touch Plus controller from the Quest 2 for ergonomic reasons.

However, with the redesign, Meta is eliminating the controller-based built-in cameras. Meta has said that the Quest 2’s tracking ring design has been done away with, with tracking being managed by built-in sensors and predictive AI. The controller also includes Tru Touch.

The video also suggests that the Quest 2’s fabric strap and silicone facepad have been retained for the Quest 3, and Meta has previously said that the product will have a more flexible headband for comfort during use.

Mission 3 will be revealed at Connect 2023

Meta will host a Connect showcase this month, September 27-28, 2023, for users to check out via Facebook and Horizon Worlds.

The Menlo Park-based company will also host part of the event in person at its headquarters, allowing audiences to get hands-on with their exciting portfolio – including the Quest, Quest Ray-Ban stories, Avatar and Horizon World. Meta will reveal more details regarding the event as the date gets closer.

Meta will provide attendees with an in-depth look at upcoming Meta XR products, Horizon Worlds metadata developments, emerging AI innovations, and hands-on opportunities for the immersive product portfolio company’s future. Additionally, the event will host sessions, allowing attendees to learn from Meta’s community of developers, builders, and creators.

Day one of Meta Connect will kick off with a keynote with Mark Zuckerberg and the “State of the Developer Alliance.” Historically, these sessions have often hosted groundbreaking news, such as a company’s rebranding.

Day two will feature developer sessions and product previews – most likely showcasing the upcoming Meta Quest 3 MR device.