Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of Facebook, recently scrutinized the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset in a video posted on his Instagram account. He unequivocally asserted that Meta Quest 3 is “the better product, period,” while criticizing the Vision Pro for its shortcomings.
In a post on Threads, Zuckerberg reiterated his stance, highlighting the trade-offs made by Apple to achieve higher resolution in the Vision Pro. Despite acknowledging the superior resolution, he emphasized that the overall quality of the Meta Quest 3 surpasses that of the Vision Pro.Zuckerberg’s comparison extends beyond resolution, addressing factors such as weight, motion blur, and precision inputs.
He foresees potential regression if Meta’s devices adopt similar drawbacks in the future.Earlier this year, Zuckerberg boldly declared Quest 3 as not just a better value, but as the superior product in comparison to competitors, including Apple’s Vision Pro.
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He emphasized the Quest 3’s lighter weight and wider field of view as key advantages.Additionally, Zuckerberg showcased the Quest 3’s features, including its passthrough camera, during his review. He accentuated the device’s strengths while pointing out disparities between the two headsets.Andrew Bosworth, Meta’s Chief Technology Officer, echoed Zuckerberg’s sentiments, expressing dissatisfaction with the Vision Pro’s design and comfort.
He criticized the headset’s weight distribution and overall discomfort, aligning with Zuckerberg’s evaluation.Bosworth further elaborated on the trade-offs made by Apple in developing the Vision Pro, suggesting that they diverge from his personal preferences and priorities in headset design.