Meta Horizon OS (meta.com)

Article summary

Meta is opening up its Meta Horizon OS to third-party hardware makers, allowing them to build their own devices that run on the operating system. This move aims to create a more open ecosystem for mixed reality, giving consumers more choice and developers a larger platform to build for. The OS will be used by leading technology companies such as ASUS and Lenovo to develop new devices. The goal is to create a common platform for mixed reality, similar to the PC and smartphone industries.

Main themes

• Mixed Reality Ecosystem
• Open Platform
• Hardware Development
• Competition in Tech
• Virtual Reality

What commenters say

• Google's ability to innovate and succeed in new categories is questionable, with some arguing that their recent successes are limited.
• The idea of a single 'winner' in a category is no longer applicable, as compatibility is no longer a determining factor.
• Some commenters believe that adding an HDMI input to a VR headset would be a useful feature, while others think it would be disorienting and uncomfortable.
• There are concerns that Meta's control over the app store and revenue could limit the appeal of building devices that run on Meta Horizon OS for third-party manufacturers.
• The move towards an open ecosystem for mixed reality could lead to more high-end standalone headsets being available, but some question the limitations of Qualcomm chipsets.
• Competition in the mixed reality space can come from various aspects such as displays, optics, audio quality, and form factors, not just the operating system or chipset.