Meta Expands Horizon OS to Third-Party VR Headset Makers

Meta's strategic move aims to dominate the VR market by allowing other companies to use its Horizon OS, echoing Google's Android model.

Meta has opened its Horizon OS to third-party hardware makers, aiming to become the Android of virtual reality.
ASUS and Lenovo are among the first to develop new headsets using Meta's platform, with plans for gaming and productivity-focused devices.
The new strategy includes a limited-edition Meta Quest inspired by Xbox, featuring design elements and integrations tailored to Xbox fans.
Meta's approach could challenge Apple's Vision Pro by offering a more diverse and accessible VR ecosystem.
The expansion is seen as a major step toward a more open and interoperable metaverse, potentially increasing Meta's influence in the VR market.