Meta Quest 3 Update Introduces Enhanced Hand Tracking and Seamless PC Pairing
The v72 update brings significant improvements to virtual desktop connections, hand tracking, and keyboard integration for Meta's VR headsets.
- Meta's v72 update for Quest 3 and 3S headsets introduces a streamlined method for pairing with Windows 11 PCs via the Mixed Reality Link app, enhancing virtual desktop usability.
- The update includes Hand Tracking 2.3, which promises greater stability, accuracy, and responsiveness, allowing for smoother navigation and interactions in confined spaces.
- A new general keyboard tracking system enables dynamic passthrough windows, making it easier to use third-party keyboards in VR environments.
- Additional features include live captions for calls in the People app, Instagram Direct Messenger integration, and an improved Media Gallery app for managing VR media content.
- While the update is rolling out gradually, some features, such as enhanced keyboard detection, are initially limited to a subset of users.