Meta Explores New Frontiers Despite Losses in Metaverse Project

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, persists in investing in the development of mixed reality headsets even after facing significant losses in its metaverse project. The company continues to push forward in the VR (virtual reality) and AR (augmented reality) space, aiming to gain a competitive edge. A key component for the success of these headsets lies in the availability of a wide range of applications.

According to reports, Meta had the opportunity to acquire the necessary app support, but ultimately chose to forgo this option. Instead of pursuing a partnership that could have expanded the capabilities of its Quest headsets, Meta decided against it, citing strategic reasons.

In a recent development reported by The Information, discussions between Google and Meta regarding a possible collaboration on Android XR, Google’s software program designed to enable full access to Android apps on Quest headsets, were revealed. Despite initial conversations, Meta opted out of this potential partnership, highlighting its commitment to charting its own course in the AR and VR landscape.

By choosing to decline the opportunity to work with Google on Android XR, Meta may be prioritizing its CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s vision of establishing a leading computing platform for AR, VR, and mixed reality. In parallel efforts to enhance its hardware offerings, Meta recently engaged in talks with LG Electronics to explore incorporating the South Korean company’s technology into their mixed reality headsets.

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