YouTube now streams in 8K on Meta Quest

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Meta Quest users, rejoice! YouTube has quietly rolled out a major update to its virtual reality app, bringing stunning 8K resolution streaming to your headset. This means you can experience even crisper and more detailed visuals when watching videos in virtual reality.

While 8K content is still relatively scarce, it's a significant leap forward for VR viewing. The increased resolution makes a noticeable difference, especially considering how close the screen appears in a VR headset. As Android Central's Nick Sutrich points out, the jump from 4K to 8K offers a clear improvement in quality.

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Razer launches new earbuds for VR gaming

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Razer has announced the launch of its new earbuds, the Razer Hammerhead HyperSpeed for Meta Quest. These earbuds are designed to enhance the virtual reality (VR) gaming experience with high-quality sound, wireless freedom, and cross-platform compatibility.

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Meta Quest users can now watch Reels in virtual reality

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Reels, the short-form video feature Instagram launched to compete with TikTok, is now coming to Meta Quest, the company’s VR headset. Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the news on Instagram with a Reel from influencer Austin Sprinz, who explored the world’s deepest pool. The immersive video showcases how Reels can offer a different viewing experience on VR than on mobile or the web.

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