Meta has recently unveiled its latest innovation, the Meta Horizon OS mixed reality platform. This cutting-edge platform aims to revolutionize the way we interact with technology by creating a more open computing environment that welcomes third-party hardware manufacturers into its ecosystem.
At the core of this new hardware ecosystem is the Meta Horizon OS, which will power Meta Quest devices. The name “Horizon” embodies Meta’s vision of a computing platform centered around people, connectivity, and a shared social experience.
Drawing from over a decade of expertise in developing next-generation computing platforms, Meta has integrated core technologies into the Meta Horizon OS. These include inside-out tracking, advanced eye, face, hand, and body tracking systems, as well as features like high-resolution Passthrough, Scene Understanding, and Spatial Anchors that seamlessly merge the digital and physical worlds.
Developers will have access to these cutting-edge technologies through custom frameworks and tools designed for creating immersive mixed reality experiences. They can also take advantage of content discovery and monetization platforms embedded in the OS, such as the revamped Meta Horizon Store.
The Horizon social layer, already powering Meta Quest devices, will extend across this new ecosystem. This innovative feature allows users to transcend virtual spaces with their identities, avatars, and friend groups—enabling developers to incorporate rich social elements into their apps.
Leading global tech companies have already begun developing devices powered by Meta Horizon OS:
– ASUS’s Republic of Gamers is working on a high-performance gaming headset.
– Lenovo is focusing on creating mixed reality devices for productivity, learning, and entertainment.
– Xbox and Meta are collaborating on a limited-edition Meta Quest inspired by Xbox.
These devices will benefit from Meta’s partnership with Qualcomm Technologies, which provides Snapdragon processors integrated with Meta’s software and hardware stacks.
Meta is also in the process of developing a spatial app framework to assist mobile developers in crafting mixed reality experiences. This framework will enable developers to adapt existing mobile apps for Meta Horizon OS or create entirely new mixed reality applications.
With these exciting developments on the horizon, we can expect to see an influx of innovative mixed reality experiences that blur the lines between the physical and digital worlds. Stay tuned for more updates on how Meta’s groundbreaking technology is shaping the future of computing!
