Meta, the tech giant, has had a significant day with the introduction of new features to Meta AI and the upcoming launch of the same AI model on Quest headsets next month. The Meta AI on Quest will act as a personal assistant, providing real-time answers to users’ questions using information from Bing. Users can ask about various topics, from Shakespeare’s plays to American history, and get instant responses.
One of the key features of Meta AI on Quest is its Vision capability, allowing the headset to detect objects, people, and more through its cameras. Users can ask the assistant to translate text, offer fashion advice, or identify objects in front of them. The AI even has the ability to recognize dogs, as demonstrated in the release video.
This experimental software is currently available in the United States and Canada, with users needing to access the settings menu on their headset and select “Experimental” to try it out. However, the full capabilities of Meta AI may not be experienced in this early release. The Vision feature will be accessible through Passthrough on Quest 3 and Quest Pro headsets, but not in virtual reality mode. Meta has indicated that virtual objects are not recognized at this time, but this could change in the future.
It’s worth noting that Quest 2 will not have the Vision feature due to the lack of color passthrough. Additionally, Meta AI will eventually replace Voice Commands as the primary interaction method for users. Details on the future of Voice Commands are limited at this time, with Meta not providing specific information on their plans for this feature.
As Meta continues to innovate in the virtual reality space, users can expect more updates and improvements to their devices. Stay tuned for breaking news, reviews, and top tech deals to stay updated on the latest developments in the tech industry.
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