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Leaks Point to Meta’s Next XR Headset Dropping the ‘Quest’ Name and Targeting $800

Reports describe a smaller, lighter design enabled by an external puck with eye and face tracking built in.

Overview

  • The leak claims the headset separates compute and battery into a detachable puck to reduce on-head weight.
  • Eye and face tracking are said to be standard features, with display pixels-per-degree above Quest 3 but below Galaxy XR and Apple Vision Pro.
  • Pricing is rumored around $800 in the U.S., with uncertainty over whether a base model would include controllers.
  • Coverage cites VR industry veteran Nima Zeighami’s post on X, with Meta yet to confirm specs, naming, price, or timing.
  • Reports point to a potential launch in late 2026, suggesting a mid-to-high tier device between current Quest models and top-end rivals.