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Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Meta Quest 3 VR and Batman Bundle at This Price? Don't Wait for Prime Day
The Meta Quest 3 is the most feature-rich affordable VR headset available currently, and it's an easy top choice among users and critics alike. While the new 3S model is cheaper at $299, it simply doesn't offer the same level of performance and features as the standard Meta Quest 3. With a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating from over 2,000 Amazon reviews, this headset is our pick for best immersive gaming and mixed reality. What's great is that the Meta Quest 3 doesn't require a console at all, so you can just use it right out of the box. Right now, the Meta Quest 3 512GB is available at a price of $499, and this is a rare chance to get it with some great extras. With your purchase, you'll receive Batman: Arkham Shadow and a three-month trial of Meta Horizon+ at no additional cost. This headset never goes on sale and it's often out of stock due to its popularity (over 10,000 units have been sold in the last 30 days alone). See at Amazon If you're looking for the ultimate mixed reality experience, this headset is for you. It features the Infinite Display with the widest and most immersive field of view of any Quest headset. It comes with a 2064×2208 resolution display for each eye, and delivers realistic graphics that bring every virtual world to life. The 4K resolution delivers stunning detail and vivid color. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform, the graphical performance is twice as powerful as the previous generation so even the most graphically demanding games are smooth and look incredible. With 512GB of storage, you have room for a huge library of games, apps, and media so you'll never have to worry about running out of room. Thin, wireless design is crafted for top-notch comfort, weight-balancing to sit evenly so you can play. You can use your hands to scroll through menus and input on a virtual keyboard or grab the Touch Plus controllers for responsive control and realistic feedback. The headset is designed for safety and sharing too: You can add multiple users, set up parental controls, track daily usage, and assign permissions to the entire family. With the three-month trial of Meta Horizon+ included, you have instant access to a rotating library of games and monthly drops which makes it easy to discover new favorites and keep your experience fresh. If you're looking for the best in VR, don't miss this early Prime Day deal. See at Amazon
Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Tom's Guide
This single VR upgrade makes the Meta Quest 3 better — and it's at its lowest price in early Prime Day deal
We're already seeing some of the best early Prime Day deals in the lead-up to the big event, and thankfully, that also includes my favorite VR accessory that gives my Meta Quest 3 a massive upgrade in comfort and battery life. Anyone who owns a Quest 3 or Quest 3S will know the pain of being thrown out of their VR session when the headset's short, 2-hour battery life goes kaput. And the included headstrap isn't exactly comfortable for those longer gametimes. An upgrade is essential, and Kiwi Design has just the head strap on sale. The Kiwi Design H4 Boost Halo Battery Head Strap is down to its lowest price yet on Amazon, taking it down from $99 on the company's site to $67. For those looking to extend their VR gaming sessions to up to 5 hours in superior comfort on their Quest 3, Quest 3S and even the upcoming Quest 3S Xbox Edition, this is the VR accessory for you. The Kiwi Design H4 Boost Halo Battery Strap is the VR essential the Quest 3 and Quest 3S deserve, and I now can't imagine playing without it. With its silicone pads offering improved, secure comfort and its 5,300 mAh capacity offering nearly 3 hours of additional battery life, it's an easy upgrade to get. Now that it's $30 off compared to its original price, this is a valuable VR accessory to give your headset a much-needed boost. I've spent a lot of time using the Kiwi Design H4 Boost Halo Battery Strap, and it made me realize that Meta's VR headsets require some add-ons to make the most of them. With this head strap, I now use my Quest 3 far more than I usually would have, and that's because it solves two major problems: battery life and comfort during longer sessions. There are many brilliant VR games and apps to use on the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S, whether it be pummeling thugs in Batman: Arkham Shadow or learning how to draw in Pencil, and using this battery head strap meant I could do it all for longer. Not only that, but its silicone face pads feel incredibly comfortable for those longer sessions. With the Quest 3S Xbox Edition coming, offering plenty of Xbox Game Pass games to play with its included subscription (and Xbox controller), this head strap will deliver plenty more gameplay potential — all without needing a wired connection to keep it charged. With the head strap, you're getting nearly 3 hours of battery life added to the Quest headsets. That allowed me to delve further into some of the best Quest 3 games (especially Asgard's Wrath 2, which can take well over 60 hours), as getting up to 5 hours doesn't disrupt a VR session — unlike the usual 2 hours. It also offers DualFast Power Charging, which simultaneously charges the H4 Boost and the Quest 3. With a 45W charger, both devices get 22.5W each, and I found that it takes just over two hours to fully charge them. So, double the battery life in the same time it takes to charge the Quest 3 / 3S on its own. That alone makes me want to pick up my Quest 3 far more often, but its adjustability and added comfort also make wearing the headset far more snug. No more irritations on your face from the strap that comes in the box, or having a looser fit for those frantic VR games that require a lot of movement. All that without being tethered to a cable? It's a valuable VR upgrade to have, and now that it's down to $67, the Kiwi Design H4 Boost Battery Strap is a worthwhile investment for any VR user. That's only one of the many early Prime Day deals you can grab right now, so get shopping for plenty more limited-time deals!
Tom's Guide
19-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
5 Meta Quest 3 accessories to upgrade your VR setup — starting from just $19
As much as I enjoy using my Meta Quest 3, it's far from perfect. Any VR user will know that the Quest 3 and Quest 3S aren't exactly the most comfortable headsets, nor do they have the longest battery life. But a few add-ons can sort that out. I've been using Meta's VR headset to try out a bunch of its unique features lately, including setting up 3 virtual monitors through a Windows PC and learning how to draw using its mixed-reality capabilities. Oh, and satisfyingly beating up some thugs in Batman: Arkham Shadow. But I wouldn't have nearly enjoyed any of that as much if I didn't have the VR accessories to give the Quest 3 (or Quest 3S) the upgrades it deserves. From head straps with battery packs that offer hours of extra playtime while giving your head miles more comfort, to cables that give you lag-free access to PC VR, these aren't just handy add-ons — many are downright essential. Whether you're looking to give your Quest 3 or Quest 3S new life or are just about to grab the best VR headsets you can get today (I highly recommend it), I've rounded up the VR accessories that you won't want to miss — and some even come with a discount. Seeing as the Quest 3 was $649, it's a great time to grab the best VR headset for $499. It's an excellent choice, and the fact it's more affordable is a definite win. It also comes with the fantastic Batman: Arkham Shadow and 3-month subscription to Quest+ at no extra cost, which we think is exceptional value. The Meta Quest 3S is the best entry-level VR headset you can get. It comes packed with the same performance as its pricier sibling with the only real difference being it uses the same fresnel lenses as the Meta Quest 2, which means lower resolution. Otherwise, if you're looking to get into VR, grab this excellent bundle deal. Now, onto the the accessories that will make using your Meta Quest 3 or Quest 3S shine. Want to go beyond Meta's offering of VR games and apps? Get the PC VR experience with a gamer-ready laptop by using this INIU Link Cable. At 16 feet, you're getting plenty of length to move freely despite being tethered, and it also offers an alternative way to charge your Meta Quest headset indefinitely while it's attached. This is the Link Cable you'll want. Even been so absorbed in a VR game that you end up punching a wall? Well, I have, and it hurts, and I'd prefer not to ruin the Quest's controllers too. The AMVR Touch Controller Grip Covers are the solutions, though, and they're the best knuckle straps for the Meta Quest 3 and 3S. Expect protection and more control, and the comfortable grips make sure the controllers stick to your hands, especially when you're furiously punching the air. I'm not a fan of the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S' head strap that comes in the box. It does the job, but it can feel tight after long, active VR sessions. So, to elevate that comfort for longer VR sessions, you'll want to upgrade to the K4 Comfort Headstrap. It's extremely easy to set up, and gives you extra support when playing more movement-intensive games or apps. Better yet, it's now down to $34. Why not combine that comfort with a longer battery? That's exactly what the Kiwi Design K4 Boost Battery Head Strap offers, and you can expect an extra 3 hours of play with this fitted on. I'm a big fan of the Kiwi Design H4 Boost Halo strap, but this model is more affordable (and currently has a discount!). A set of earbuds made for virtual reality? That's what the Final VR3000 offer, and they even come with a solid microphone and plenty of comfort. We've tested the Final VR3000 Wireless earbuds, which are also a great shout if you're looking to cut the cord. But for something more affordable, and with the same immersive in-game sound quality, these wired buds will do the trick.
Tom's Guide
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Meta Quest 3 should've killed big-screen TVs — here's why that didn't happen
When I reviewed the HTC Vive back in 2016, I thought VR headsets were about to set the world on fire. For roughly two months, the Vive was the best VR headset and I spent as much time as I could living in VR and demoing it for everyone who came over. One of the biggest features that I thought would take off was Viveport Video, a collection of 360-degree videos that offered a more immersive experience than standard 16x9 format content. Everyone wants to watch something on an infinitely big TV, right? Turns out, no. Not at all. And now I've finally got a few answers why. Now if you own a VR headset like the Meta Quest 3, you might actually use it for watching the best streaming services. However, sadly you're in the minority. According to a recent report by research firm Counterpoint, the sale of VR headsets dropped 12% year-over-year in 2024. And that was the third year in a row that sales have declined. Everyone has different numbers about the total number of units sold, but by the looks of things, it was only around 5 million units. By comparison, in 2024 the worldwide global sales of TVs reached 230 million units. And that number doesn't fluctuate by a ton each year. In 2020, 2021 and 2023, there were more than 200 million units sold worldwide. So why are TVs selling so much better than VR headsets? One very good reason is because TVs are becoming more affordable while VR headsets cost just as much as they did almost a decade ago. When you can buy one of the best TVs for under $500, you're probably not in a rush to go out and spend $500 on a stand-alone VR headset that you've never tried before. Maybe you'd jump on the opportunity to try VR if there was a good headset available for less than $100, but at that price you're going to have to buy one secondhand. In short, one reason that VR headsets haven't overtaken TVs is because of low sales and stagnant prices. There just aren't enough headsets out there and evangelists preaching the benefits about watching movies and shows in VR As it turns out, good headsets are hard to make. Or, well, at least harder to make than a good TV. Very early on in the advent of VR, it was decided that a 90Hz refresh rate is the minimum you'd want on a screen that close to your face. Any slower, and you're more likely to feel motion sick. Ideally, you'd want more than a 90Hz refresh rate, but then that will come at the cost of lower resolution. Now, I should mention that the Quest 3 defaults to a 90Hz refresh rate, but that can be changed to 120Hz in the settings. However, not every application and game takes advantage of the faster refresh rate. What that means is that some apps are going to cause less nausea than others. I've never watched a TV that's so bad that it's made me sick to my stomach. But let's be honest, any time spent feeling nauseous is bad. There's really no point when watching a TV would make you feel motion sick. The soap opera effect is unpleasant, sure, and bad motion interpolation can induce headaches. But I've never watched a TV that's so bad that it's made me sick to my stomach. Sadly, the same can't be said for VR. When watching videos alone, I'd argue that VR is as good as a cheap TV. Now, admittedly, because I review them professionally I'm always going to enjoy the better contrast of a QD-OLED screen than the LCD of a Quest 3, but good luck finding a Samsung S95F for $500. But when it comes to sharing content with someone else in the same room as you, TVs can't be beat. Sure, you can Cast some of what you're doing in VR to a TV to share with someone (and one of my favorite VR games, Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, uses that to its advantage). But it's hard to share videos without introducing latency issues. For that reason, if you're in the same room, it just makes more sense to share a screen rather than Casting something so one person can watch in VR while another watches on a screen. That said, if you have a friend who lives far away, VR can be a nice meeting place to come together and watch a movie. Apps like Bigscreen make that possible, though... again, it doesn't feel like enough people know about it and quality isn't always perfect. Look, as much as I enjoy watching and reviewing them, TVs aren't perfect. Setting them up is a huge pain, and like phones and tablets, the displays themselves don't always survive for more than five or six years. I'm not rooting for the death of TVs, mind you, but a change in form factor wouldn't hurt. LG's Transparent TV is a great example of what I'd like: It's a screen that fades into the background when you're not using it. AR stands a real chance at taking down TVs... but I don't know anyone willing to shell out $3,500 for the Apple Vision Pro. In its current form — at its current price point — VR isn't going to overtake TVs. There's still too many kinks. Now, AR stands a real chance at taking down TVs... but I don't know anyone willing to shell out $3,500 for the Apple Vision Pro. Until VR becomes more user-friendly or shoots down in price, TVs will continue to be the de facto screen on which we all watch shows and movies in 2025.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ryan Reynolds Trolls Neil Patrick Harris for 'Stealing' Deadpool in New VR Game
It's official: Ryan Reynolds has been benched in favor of another actor for the latest Deadpool gig—sort of. Fortunately, Marvel fans and followers of the foul-mouthed superhero don't have anything to worry about regarding Reynolds portraying the character on the big screen. He remains the voice, personality and man behind the mask of Deadpool on that front, but it'll be a How I Met Your Mother fan-favorite handling a new voiceover gig for the character. It was recently revealed that Neil Patrick Harris will be the voice of the popular superhero in the new Meta Quest Deadpool VR game. Although Reynolds likely had no actual issue with this, he made sure to take a few jabs while trolling his fellow actor for "stealing" Deadpool, calling him a "butthole." While it's unknown if Reynolds was offered to do the VR game voiceover, it'd be surprising if the decision to go with another actor was made without his knowledge. Regardless, he obviously doesn't seem to have any real issue with it, and his sarcastic response is what fans have come to expect from the actor. Marvel dropped the trailer on its website, stating that Deadpool VR is "not for the faint of heart, so put on your big kid undies and strap in for a violent, expletive-ridden good time." The release date currently shows just "2025," and it'll be available only on Meta Quest 3/ Reynolds Trolls Neil Patrick Harris for 'Stealing' Deadpool in New VR Game first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 8, 2025
