Meta Quest: Update for Horizon Worlds introduces new social HUB
Meta has released the final update for Horizon Worlds in 2023. Wiht Horizon Central, a new central meeting point comes into play. Speaker detection and microphone notifications have been improved to make it easier to identify sounds and conversations. In addition, a new notification is being tested that will inform users whether the microphone is on or off when they enter a world. Other new features include reminders, a new introductory experience, bug fixes, the ability to set daily time limits, and quests for the Horizon Season. Details can be found at the following links.
Meta is launching VR concert series with Alison Wonderland and other EDM stars
Meta is partnering with EDM stars such as ZHU, Alison Wonderland and Louis The Child to bring virtual concerts to Horizon Worlds. The VR platform will feature weekly performances from Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. The VR series will be produced by Dorsey Pictures. Performances by Alison Wonderland and Louis The Child are scheduled for December 18 and 30, while ZHU's concert is scheduled for January 29.
Meta announces Jack Harlow live concert at Horizon Worlds
Meta has announced a new lineup of entertainment experiences on Meta Quest 3, Quest 2, and Quest Pro, including a Jack Harlow concert, Horizon Central games, sports, and comedy events. The concert, featuring Grammy-nominated artist Jack Harlow, will take place on February 26 at Horizon Venues. Horizon Central, a new social VR hub, will feature various games including paintball, capture the flag, and disc golf. In addition, Meta will host sporting events such as the NBA All-Star Game and comedy shows featuring comedians such as Hannibal Buress and Jerrod Carmichael. For more information, visit the link below.
Meta Quest: Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint now available
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint have been released for Meta Quest. They are based on the Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) standard and require an internet connection as well as a monthly Microsoft 365 subscription. The 2D apps appear in front of a virtual background or in passthrough view, support multitasking with up to three windows, and can be controlled with a mouse and keyboard via Bluetooth. Xbox Cloud Gaming for Meta Quest was also released last week. All of these Microsoft services were announced in 2022, but have only now made it to the Quest Store.
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