After testing the Apple Vision Pro, Mark Zuckerberg expressed dissatisfaction with the device and favored Meta’s Quest 3 headset instead. Despite his role as Meta’s CEO, his endorsement of the company’s product reinforces his preference.
In a recent Instagram post, Zuckerberg shared his thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro. He highlighted that not only is the Quest 3 significantly more affordable, priced seven times lower than the Vision Pro, and excels in overall quality. Zuckerberg stated that the Quest 3 provides a superior user experience for most mixed-reality applications.
Zuckerberg demonstrated the capabilities of the Quest 3’s Mixed Reality Passthrough, showcasing a video shot entirely using this feature. He emphasized the enhanced comfort of the Quest due to its wireless nature, wider field of view, and brighter screen.
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Additionally, Zuckerberg noted that the Quest offers a sharper visual experience compared to the Vision Pro, which reportedly suffers from motion blur. While both devices support hand tracking, Zuckerberg suggested that the Quest may have a slight edge. However, he acknowledged the appeal of Apple’s eye-tracking technology and revealed Meta’s plans to incorporate similar sensors from the Quest Pro into future iterations of the device.
In conclusion, Zuckerberg playfully jabbed at Apple enthusiasts while highlighting Meta’s commitment to an open approach in the XR space. He drew parallels to historical dynamics between Microsoft/Windows and Apple, positioning Meta as the “open model” akin to Microsoft while characterizing Apple as perpetuating “the closed model.”