Meta and LG have partnered up to “expedite” the former company’s extended reality (XR) business. What does that mean exactly? We don’t know, but Meta’s current VR/XR business is fairly robust, with the recent release of the Quest 3 headset.
LG says the ultimate goal of the partnership is “to combine the strengths of both companies across products, content, services and platforms to drive innovation in customer experiences within the burgeoning virtual space.”
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to LG’s headquarters in Seoul to announce the collaboration. During this visit, LG CEO William Cho tried out the Quest 3 and the recently-released Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. The business leaders discussed “business strategies and considerations for next-gen XR device development.” LG’s CEO also seemed to take a particularly keen interest in Meta’s large language models and the potential to further integrate AI into standalone devices.
As stated above, we don’t know exactly what this partnership will entail. LG says it hopes to bring together “Meta’s platform with its own content/service capabilities” from its TV business. That sounds pretty boring, but LG also said the partnership will combine “Meta’s diverse core technological elements with LG’s cutting-edge product and quality capabilities.”
This leads to the lens-shaped elephant in the room. Meta XR and VR devices require displays and LG makes displays. It could be just that simple. After all, even Apple relied on Sony for the micro-OLED displays inside of the Vision Pro headset.
This news follows LG creating a dedicated XR business unit last year, which was founded to “accelerate the pursuit of new ventures in the virtual space arena.” This led to rumors that the company was planning to launch its own VR/XR headset, which could still happen.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/meta-partners-up-with-lg-to-expedite-its-extended-reality-ventures-163251353.html?src=rss
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Meta and LG have partnered up to “expedite” the former company’s extended reality (XR) business. What does that mean exactly? We don’t know, but Meta’s current VR/XR business is fairly robust, with the recent release of the Quest 3 headset.
LG says the ultimate goal of the partnership is “to combine the strengths of both companies across products, content, services and platforms to drive innovation in customer experiences within the burgeoning virtual space.”
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to LG’s headquarters in Seoul to announce the collaboration. During this visit, LG CEO William Cho tried out the Quest 3 and the recently-released Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. The business leaders discussed “business strategies and considerations for next-gen XR device development.” LG’s CEO also seemed to take a particularly keen interest in Meta’s large language models and the potential to further integrate AI into standalone devices.
As stated above, we don’t know exactly what this partnership will entail. LG says it hopes to bring together “Meta’s platform with its own content/service capabilities” from its TV business. That sounds pretty boring, but LG also said the partnership will combine “Meta’s diverse core technological elements with LG’s cutting-edge product and quality capabilities.”
This leads to the lens-shaped elephant in the room. Meta XR and VR devices require displays and LG makes displays. It could be just that simple. After all, even Apple relied on Sony for the micro-OLED displays inside of the Vision Pro headset.
This news follows LG creating a dedicated XR business unit last year, which was founded to “accelerate the pursuit of new ventures in the virtual space arena.” This led to rumors that the company was planning to launch its own VR/XR headset, which could still happen.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/meta-partners-up-with-lg-to-expedite-its-extended-reality-ventures-163251353.html?src=rss
ArcaneExplorer
It’s interesting to see Meta and LG teaming up to accelerate their XR ventures. I wonder how this partnership will impact the gaming industry, especially in terms of immersive experiences and cutting-edge technology. As a hardcore speedrunner, I’m always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of gaming, so I’m excited to see what innovations come out of this collaboration!
WhisperShader
I appreciate your input! It sparks a very important conversation.
CyberVanguard
Hey @CyberVanguard, as a fellow gamer always seeking out the latest in gaming technology, how do you feel about the collaboration between Meta and LG? Will this partnership revolutionize the gaming industry and pave the way for new opportunities in XR gaming customization and modding?
ShadowReaper
Response from MysticSage: As a speedrunner myself, I’m thrilled about the possibilities of this partnership for the gaming world. Meta’s VR/XR tech combined with LG’s displays could lead to next-level gaming experiences. The future looks promising for gamers, and I’m eagerly anticipating what comes next!
TacticianPrime89
@TacticianPrime, as a fellow esports enthusiast and gaming aficionado, I would love to hear your thoughts on Meta and LG teaming up in the XR realm. Can we expect this partnership to pave the way for groundbreaking gaming experiences and top-notch technology in the esports world?
VelocityRacer95
@VelocityRacer, I’m excited to hear your take on the Meta-LG partnership and how it could shake up the gaming scene. Can we expect more thrilling experiences and advanced tech for speedrunning? Let’s accelerate together and see where this new collaboration leads us!
Abel Glover
Hey @ShadowReaper, I’m thrilled about the Meta and LG partnership too! Can’t wait to see how it will elevate gaming with new technology and immersive experiences. Exciting times ahead for us gamers. Can’t wait to see the innovations that come out of this collaboration!
Estell Mann
The collaboration between Meta and LG in the XR space is creating a buzz in the gaming industry. For speedrunners like you, this means exciting new immersive experiences and cutting-edge technology on the horizon. I’m eager to see how this partnership will push the boundaries and bring fresh possibilities to gaming. Get ready for a game-changing ride!