Virtual and augmented reality technologies are becoming increasingly popular. Recently, even Apple is gearing up to compete in this market with its Vision Pro. However, Apple may be a new participant, but Meta is considered the main force in shaping the world and market where you can do anything and be anyone. As the force behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, Meta strongly believes in the future potential of virtual reality. In fact, event its name itself is a reference. Still, for this tech to reach widespread adoption, it needs to be affordable for everyone. Fortunately, Meta is working towards this goal by making the Quest 2 more accessible with competitive pricing. Here are the details..

Meta Quest 2 VR Headset is Now More Affordable

Meta’s affordable virtual reality headset, Quest 2, has now become even more budget-friendly. According to an announcement on the company’s official blog, discounts have been applied to the predecessor of the recently introduced Quest 3, the Quest 2, and its accessories. Moving forward, the 128 GB version of the headset will be sold at $249.99, while the 256 GB version will be available for $299.99. Opting for refurbished products will require payments of $229.99 and $269.99, respectively. Discounts on other accessories are as follows:

  • Quest 2 Elite Strap: Now $49.99 USD
  • Quest 2 Carrying Case: Now $44.99 USD
  • Quest 2 Elite Strap with Battery: Now $89.99 USD
  • Quest 2 Active Pack: Now $59.99 USD
  • Quest 2 Fit Pack: Now $39.99 USD
CategorySpecification
Display
* Resolution1832 x 1920 per eye
* Refresh rate90Hz (native), 72Hz (current)
* Field of view (FOV)~90 degrees
Processing
* ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon XR2 (7nm)
* RAM6 GB LPDDR5
* Storage128 GB or 256 GB
Tracking
* Inside-out4 IR cameras on the headset
* Controllers6DoF (position and rotation)
Audio
* Integrated speakersDirectional audio positioning
* 3.5mm headphone jackYes
Connectivity
* Wi-Fi 6802.11ax
* USB-CFor charging and Link (PC VR)
Input
* ControllersTwo Touch controllers with analog sticks and buttons
* Hand trackingExperimental feature
Power
* BatteryNon-removable lithium-ion
Weight503g

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