Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 10/12 – Meta’s VR Event; Microsoft’s Surface Event
Oct 12, 2022
Discover the latest from Meta's VR event, featuring the high-end Quest Pro headset and its intended role for business use in the metaverse. The discussion raises doubts about whether VR is truly taking off, with critics pointing to a lack of substantial innovation. Meanwhile, Microsoft's Surface event showcases exciting updates, including the Surface Pro 9 and Surface Studio 2 Plus. A big highlight is the new Designer app, integrating DALL-E 2 to boost creativity and productivity for users. Accessibility innovations are also on the horizon!
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Quest Pro Battery Life Concerns
- Meta's Quest Pro headset has a short battery life (1-2 hours), limiting its usability for enterprise purposes like meetings.
- This short battery life adds friction to its adoption, contrasting with the ease of Zoom or phone calls.
VR Friction and Use Cases
- Sending a text is easy via phone but cumbersome in VR, highlighting VR's friction.
- VR use cases expand as friction decreases, with immersive gaming as a prime example of overcoming this friction.
Metaverse Skepticism
- Meta's vision for the Metaverse feels like a hard sell, relying on improved graphics rather than unique experiences.
- Zuckerberg's focus on expensive hardware and futuristic services may be a strategic error, according to some critics.