Meta Unveils $1,300 VR Glasses With AI, Eye Tracking and Virtual Workspaces

Meta unveiled a new $1,299.99 virtual reality headset called Meta VR Glasses at its Meta Connect event on September 23. The glasses feature high-resolution 5K displays with a resolution of 2,412 by 2,288 pixels per eye, eye tracking, and hand gesture controls. The headset itself weighs only 100 grams, making it lighter than other VR devices, but it requires a separate puck that houses the computer, battery, and storage.

The puck is connected to the glasses via an optical cable, creating a lightweight but slightly bulkier headset. Meta positions the device as a portable multi-screen workspace, especially for professionals who need multiple screens while on the go. Users can connect Macs, Windows PCs, or phones and create a virtual workspace with multiple screens.

The glasses also support DisplayPort, allowing users to connect directly to laptops, consoles, and handheld gaming devices. In addition, Meta is adding Surface Keyboard functionality, turning any flat surface into a virtual keyboard and trackpad. Users can interact with the glasses using eye tracking, hand gestures, and Touch Plus controllers, with additional support for existing Meta Quest 3 and 3S controllers.

Meta AI is built into the operating system, allowing users to control the device through voice commands, eye movements, and hand gestures. The headset is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon Reality Elite processor and runs for up to three hours of continuous high-resolution media playback with a 45W fast-charging battery. Priced at $1,299.99, Meta VR Glasses are positioned as a more premium option compared to Meta's Quest line of VR headsets.

While not a traditional gaming device, the glasses support a wide range of existing Meta Quest software and promise to offer a more immersive and portable multi-screen experience for work and leisure.