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Meta announced the $299 Quest 3S, the latest virtual reality headset to come out of the company's Reality Labs division and a cheaper offering than its predecessor, the $499 Quest 3. The company ...

VR headsets have become far more advanced in 2026, offering sharper visuals, improved tracking systems, and more flexible use across gaming, media, and mixed reality experiences. Virtual reality ...

Broken bones, cuts and contusions: Researchers say these are the most-common injuries as rising numbers of people wearing virtual reality headsets come into contact with hard reality while at play in ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. At least some form of virtual reality has been around for quite a long time, but it was often extremely cost-prohibitive. There are still ...

One of the key selling points of Meta Quest VR headsets is that they can play PC VR titles, but you have to be physically connected via a link cable to the PC. There are some third-party workarounds ...

To tie in with its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC), Apple has announced Vision Pro, a $3,499 virtual and augmented reality headset. Unveiling the new device, Apple CEO Tim Cook said: “Today ...

Although often considered a solitary form of entertainment, virtual reality has plenty of moments where sharing a glimpse of the headset’s view enhances the experience. Meta’s newest standalone ...

If it looks like a VR headset and works like a VR headset... If it looks like a VR headset and works like a VR headset... is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The ...