Meta Quest, the virtual reality platform, has announced its upcoming v50 software update. This new version includes many features for the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro headsets.
The new feature called " DirectTouch is a more intuitive touchscreen experience. It will allow users to tap and swipe the platform's interface as if they were using a phone or tablet. Direct Touch is available for Meta Quest 2 and Pro headsets.
The v50 update also enables the in-game multitasking. Users will now be able to use 2D applications (like the Meta Quest browser) without closing the game in use. This feature was previously reserved for Meta Quest Pro headsets, but will now be available for Meta Quest 2 users.
The last feature included in the v50 update is the “ Pick Up and Play“, specific to Meta Quest Pro. Meta Quest Touch Pro controllers are now more responsive, turning on faster for faster and more convenient use.
The v50 update is gradually rolling out to Meta Quest 2 and Pro headsets. Users should check their headset to know when they can update.
Meta Quest has announced that the Direct Touch feature will be available under the "Experimental Settings" tab. Meta Quest also encouraged developers to explore new features and think up new ways to incorporate them into their games and apps.
The v50 update is an important milestone for Meta Quest, which continues to develop features to improve the user experience in virtual reality headsets. Users can expect more updates in the near future.