Meta is trying VR glasses (again), this time with more IMAX

Meta is once again attempting to enter the virtual reality market with its latest offering, the Meta VR Glasses. Announced at their Connect event, these glasses aim to provide an enhanced VR experience with lighter design and various entertainment integrations. A standout feature is their claim of IMAX compatibility, positioning them as the "first IMAX Enhanced certified VR device ever."

The glasses boast a lighter design, weighing five times less than the Meta Quest 3, and are made of magnesium alloy. Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Reality Elite processor and a computing puck, the glasses are designed for on-the-go use. They feature micro-OLED panels in the lenses offering a 5K Infinite Display with 37 pixels per degree, Dolby Vision, and support for Dolby Atmos audio.

Users can download and watch movies through the glasses, and Meta has partnered with Disney to offer specific IMAX-captured films in 3D. The glasses are also compatible with 3D experiences and can integrate a user's physical space into their viewing experience. Additionally, Meta AI is integrated into the glasses, allowing voice commands and hand gestures to control the device. Priced at $1299.99, the Meta VR Glasses will be available in the spring.