Meta introduces its streaming platform, transforming your Quest virtual reality headset into a personal home cinema.
Meta, the technology company behind the Quest VR devices, has unveiled a meta stock new streaming hub called Meta Horizon TV. This innovative platform is designed specifically for Meta Quest headsets, marking a significant step towards transforming the Quest headsets into comprehensive media platforms.
The user interface of Meta Horizon TV bears a resemblance to that of the Apple TV 4K or a smart TV, featuring a search button at the top right of the screen and icons for various streaming apps located at the bottom. The bulk of the window is dedicated to promotions, while the interface itself has not been seen in action yet.
Meta Horizon TV offers a unified interface for streaming apps such as Disney+, Prime Video, DAZN, Twitch, and others, including new additions like Peacock. Users can enjoy virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) streaming of shows like Alien: Earth and Gen V on their Meta Quest headsets.
In an effort to enhance the viewing experience, Meta has partnered with Universal Pictures and Blumhouse to provide movies with immersive special effects exclusive to Meta Horizon TV. The platform currently supports Dolby Atmos audio but not Dolby Vision, with the latter set to be added later this year.
Categories on the Horizon TV hub include Movies, TV Shows, Immersive, Sports, Music, and Watchlist. However, it's unclear whether the existing streaming services will remain as stand-alone apps or if they'll be moved into the hub, or if the service is coming to regions outside the US.
Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg believes that video will be a significant feature on VR headsets and smart glasses in the future. The pricing and release date for Meta Horizon TV are not mentioned in the provided text. It's also unclear whether what you see on screen will be picked solely from the streamers you subscribe to or if it'll be used to promote services you don't currently pay for.
Meta Horizon TV is not the same as Apple's Vision Pro Disney movies, although it shares some similarities in terms of immersive content. The launch of Meta Horizon TV is part of a push by Meta towards home entertainment with VR headsets.
As Meta continues to evolve its Quest headsets, Meta Horizon TV is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of home entertainment in the virtual reality realm. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new development.
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