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Meta Quest 3 128GB— Breakthrough Mixed Reality Headset — Powerful Performance

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  • Dive into extraordinary experiences with a mixed reality headset that transforms your home into an exciting new playground, where virtual elements blend into your actual surroundings.
  • It’s the most powerful Quest yet*, featuring next-level performance with more than double the graphic processing power of Quest 2. (*Based on the graphic performance of the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 vs Meta Quest 2.)
  • Experience more immersion with dazzling visuals with the 4K+ Infinite Display (a nearly 30% leap in resolution from Quest 2) and rich 3D audio with enhanced sound clarity, bass performance and a 40% louder volume range than Quest 2
  • Reach out and touch virtual worlds with Touch Plus controllers that give you fine-tuned precision, realistic sensations and more intuitive interactions. You can even navigate without controllers with Direct Touch that follows your gestures, so you can use just your hands to find your way.
  • Explore the world’s best library of 500+ immersive apps and find your favorite content across gaming, fitness, wellness, entertainment, social experiences and more.
  • Get up to 2.2 hours of usage on average with the option to extend your battery life further with Battery Saver mode. Use the included 18W power adapter to fully charge your headset.* (*Battery life is dependent on various factors such as device settings, usage, age of battery, Bluetooth usage, and wireless conditions.)
  • Play what you love longer with maximum comfort. Personalize your fit with added customization and a redesigned slimmer profile compared to Quest 2.

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    Expand your world with Meta Quest 3, a mixed reality headset that lets you jump into full immersion or blend physical and virtual worlds to transform your home into an exciting new playground. It’s the most powerful Quest yet, reimagined from the inside out with breakthrough technology. Extraordinary experiences come to life with lightning fast performance and dazzling details. And with the world's best library of 500+ immersive apps, there’s something for everyone to discover. Unlock access to the best immersive experiences with a 6-month subscription2 to Meta Quest+ and embark on a journey to save all of reality with the marquee VR action RPG Asgard’s Wrath 21. Included with purchase for a limited time. See child safety guidance online; Accounts for 10+. Based on the graphic performance of the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 vs Meta Quest 2. Asgard’s Wrath 2 is intended for mature audiences. Offer ends 3/30/24; terms apply. Eligibility and auto-renewal terms apply for trial subscriptions. See full terms. Unlock access to the best immersive experiences with a 6-month subscription2 to Meta Quest+ and embark on a journey to save all of reality with the marquee VR action RPG Asgard’s Wrath 21. Included with purchase for a limited time. See child safety guidance online; Accounts for 10+. Based on the graphic performance of the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 vs Meta Quest 2. Asgard’s Wrath 2 is intended for mature audiences. Offer ends 3/30/24; terms apply. Eligibility and auto-renewal terms apply for trial subscriptions. See full terms.

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    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    7,948 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the entertainment value of the virtual reality headset. They say the games and activities are immersive and fun. They also appreciate the superior picture clarity, saying the interface and scenes are clear and crisp. Customers also like the graphics, saying they're stunning and elegant. They're satisfied with the quality. However, some customers are disappointed with the battery life. Opinions are mixed on value, comfort, and performance.

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    532 customers mention "Quality"396 positive136 negative

    Customers like the quality of the virtual reality headset. They mention that it's absolutely fantastic, the system itself is great, and the fundamentals are really neato. They're also happy with the quality and resolution of the screens and lenses. Some say that the VR content is impressive and the headset is nice.

    "...Excellent visuals. The graphics are awesome and the VR is so cool. The MR (Mixed Reality) is really cool too...." Read more

    "...Everything has improved tremendously, especially the visual and sound which are the most critical components of VR experience...." Read more

    "...The mixed reality stuff is really fun and the VR content is impressive. It’s one of the few things that have far exceeded expectations...." Read more

    "...and i5-9300H. A lot of PCVR games are unbearably laggy and completely unplayable for me. Some games are playable with some or minimum lag...." Read more

    281 customers mention "Graphics"224 positive57 negative

    Customers like the graphics of the virtual reality headset. They say the graphics are crisp, the frame rate is smooth, and the possibilities are wide. They also say PCVR games look better than ever, and things look nice and clear. The displays are both high resolution and high quality, with little to no screendoor effect. Customers also say the interface still looks clean and new, and it doesn't feel cartoonish.

    "...The Good*Excellent visuals. The graphics are awesome and the VR is so cool. The MR (Mixed Reality) is really cool too...." Read more

    "...The visual is so much better with images looking smooth, clear, and substantially higher resolution...." Read more

    "...Hand tracking is okay. Pretty good even.The resolution looks really tight and I’m happy with the quality of the screens and lenses...." Read more

    "...The colors are vibrant, the sharpness is perfect, and getting your head in the sweet spot is much easier...." Read more

    170 customers mention "Readability"120 positive50 negative

    Customers like the readability of the virtual reality headset. They mention that the lenses and slightly higher resolution improve the readibility. They also say that the interface and scenes are definitely more clear and crisp. Customers also appreciate the larger sweet spot for virtually clarity and the improved field of view.

    "...The visual is so much better with images looking smooth, clear, and substantially higher resolution...." Read more

    "I bought this for PCVR which it does really well. The clarity is excellent! Great lenses...." Read more

    "...The visuals are sharp, colors are vibrant, and the overall clarity contributes to a heightened sense of presence...." Read more

    "...It is a much laggier experience than Virtual Desktop and not as clear, but this way I can get multiple windows...." Read more

    163 customers mention "Entertainment value"163 positive0 negative

    Customers find the virtual reality headset fun, immersive, and cool. They also say it offers an incredible gaming experience and is great for all ages. Customers also mention it's an investment in fun, learning, and endless possibilities. They say it'll let them be entertained and productive while also being fully aware of their surroundings.

    "...Watching movies, anime and TV shows is really fun. It's like being in a theater without the sticky floors and the "aww snap! Nuh uh and oh hell naw!"..." Read more

    "...The mixed reality stuff is really fun and the VR content is impressive. It’s one of the few things that have far exceeded expectations...." Read more

    "...at home combined with a mixed reality game is one of the most fun experiences to have. This is also similar tech in Apple's Vision Pro...." Read more

    "...There are plenty of great games in VR to experience, and graphics are not always as important as the gameplay and experience of feeling so immersed..." Read more

    237 customers mention "Performance"141 positive96 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the virtual reality headset. Some mention that it does really well, everything seems to play better, and works extremely well with the systems UI. However, others say that it doesn't work right, hinders better results, and is unimpressive with the pass through.

    "I bought this for PCVR which it does really well. The clarity is excellent! Great lenses...." Read more

    "...this tracking issue doesn't end up being game breaking, but hinders better results and often makes the controllers jump back into place slightly,..." Read more

    "...The combination of improved optics, enhanced processing power, and intelligent tracking systems results in a more realistic and immersive virtual..." Read more

    "...No dead pixels, passthrough works, there was a small issue with the nose piece not set but after looking it up it seems to be a common issue because..." Read more

    217 customers mention "Value"112 positive105 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the virtual reality headset. Some mention that it's well worth the cost, while others say that it is rather expensive, and the apps are outrageously overpriced. Some say that the current state it is in it is not worth the upgrade from the quest two, and that the battery life is kind of abysmal.

    "...So the big question: Is it worth the money?..." Read more

    "...The Ugly*I can't say much here. The price for many is pricey ands if you want to play games with your family, they each have to have..." Read more

    "...QUEST 3 - WORTH THE PURCHASE, NOT EXPENSIVE IF YOU DON'T BUY UNNECESSARY THINGS..." Read more

    "...they suggest a DEDICATED WiFi 6 router JUST FOR VR, and that’s pretty expensive. I just use the cable or run air link at lower res." Read more

    181 customers mention "Comfort"93 positive88 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the comfort of the virtual reality headset. Some mention that the controllers feel great and track without a hitch, while others say that it's uncomfortable out of the box and hurts immersion. The included headstrap can be slightly uncomfortable, and it'll eventually start to hurt.

    "...weight distribution closer to the face resulting in a much more comfortable headset...." Read more

    "...COMFORT - 4/10:To me, this is less comfortable than the Q2, despite being slightly better balanced (weight distribution is closer to face now)...." Read more

    "...The responsive touch controllers and ergonomic design contribute to a seamless and immersive interaction with the virtual environment...." Read more

    "...-The two biggest things are probably how uncomfortable this is out of the box..." Read more

    179 customers mention "Battery life"31 positive148 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the virtual reality headset. They say that it drains fast and is very power hungry.

    "...The bad*Quick battery drain. This is my only real issue. The battery drains pretty quick and even faster when using MR...." Read more

    "...Battery life is the only issue. There are link cables that charge and connect to the PC that solve that problem...." Read more

    "...Official USB cable, aftermarket, nothing.Battery doesn’t last super long at all...." Read more

    "...Its greatest weakness is its Very power hungry and as I write this there are few options for power blocks and piggy back power packs..." Read more

    The best VR headset, hands down.
    5 out of 5 stars
    The best VR headset, hands down.
    The meta quest 3 is the successor to the meta quest 2 and that is VERY apparent during both initial setup and usage afterwards.Pros:Clarity, Clarity is an absolute GEM with this VR headset, the pancake lenses are so good and clear that when I tried to use a quest 2 it was like looking through the pancake lenses but rubbed all over with VaselineGameplay: the increased resolution and power compared to the quest 2 are absolutely insane. To put it in perspective, The quest 2 and 3 both do a game called "beatsaber" at a lower than native resolution. Looks a little pixelated but that's what the quest 2 could do. Quest 3 can play at the quality of a PC if you tweak it right (install mods to increase resolution, quest 2 would struggle)Weight: The weight distribution is also better, even though the headset is only slightly lighter, because the headset itself is closer to yout face, the weight extrudes less meaning its less front heavy causing less strain on your neck.Middle:Comfort- Comfy headset? Heck yes! But not really with the included strap. The included strap doesn't really even out the weight and puts too much pressure on eyebrows, nose, and cheeks. I found that a halo strap (usually around $35+, mine is the bobovr m3 pro) is a MUST have. The weight makes it feel like you aren't even WEARING a headset.Cons:Space for glasses- if you wear glasses then you will need either an additional spacer for the face cover or lense inserts (I use the Zenni inserts, meta approved). They definitely helped a ton, before when I used glasses with it it put a ton of pressure on my face, which made it bruised in the middle right between my eyes, however, the lense inserts are so good cannot even feel them!Misinterpreted con:Battery life-Battery life is technically worse, however, this is because of passthrough (most of the time, anyways). Passthrough requires the headset to process both a GAME and the environment around you, It isn't just a camera displaying an image, it's 4 cameras stitching together an image in real-time and sensing depth ad well as keeping track of where you are in the plane of the 3d vr world to ensure proper tracking. Hence why it uses more Battery. The quest 3 also uses more battery in heavier more "intesive" games that take advantage of the quest 3's extra performance over the quest 2. An easy and not too expensive remedy is a Battery bank. For games in which you have to move around I recommend the bobovr m3 pro or S3 because they feature Battery packs, the m3 pro has a 5000mah battery bank that increases battery capacity by around 2-3 hours and the s3 around 4-6. And these batteries are hot swappable meaning you can buy more, charge them as you play, and when your existing batteries die you can change them! For basically infinite playtimeI totally recommend this headset for anyone either still on the quest 1, sharing a quest 2, or as your first VR headset ever. Battery life isn't really a problem and a battery bank (18watts or higher) is a great way to fix any battery life issues you'll have, especially for Mixed reality passthrough games
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024
    Size: 512GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    I'll get straight to the points.
    The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

    *The Good*

    Excellent visuals. The graphics are awesome and the VR is so cool. The MR (Mixed Reality) is really cool too. With mixed reality you can setup a DnD table overtop of your own table.

    Large library of Games and Apps. Everything from Classic zombie games in full VR to MR and Zen apps to chill and relax you. Even have Duck hunt VR. Yes, someone made duck hunt in VR.

    The sound and video quality are really good good. Watching movies, anime and TV shows is really fun. It's like being in a theater without the sticky floors and the "aww snap! Nuh uh and oh hell naw!" Lol.

    Easy to setup and use. Easy to change the head strap if you want a comfier or cushion type one.

    Adding a compatible battery power bank is easy and suggested.

    *The bad*

    Quick battery drain. This is my only real issue. The battery drains pretty quick and even faster when using MR.
    But that can be offset by using a compatible battery power bank or a 20ft USB C cable.

    *The Ugly*

    I can't say much here. The price for many is pricey ands if you want to play games with your family, they each have to have their own head set. That can get very expensive.
    Unlike a console, you can't plug in a second controller and just go. Only you can see what's on your screen. This is definitely more of a solo system or making online friends type system. But if you can afford it, I suggest getting two for a family.

    *Bonus - The Awesome*

    Emulation 😁
    Installing Retro Arch is easy and with 512GBs of room, you can install lots of classic games and play them. I know you can do that on a PC or buy a retro pie, but it looks so cool right on front of you and looking like it's a movie screen.
    With the help of SideQuest, you can install CX file explorer and then Retro Arch and copy your classic games from you PC to the Quest.

    And lastly for anyone asking or maybe those who don't have the extra cash after putting out the funds for this device.

    I can't recommend pirating, but a quick Google search for Meta and the opposite of mother can help you with that problem.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the money
    Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024
    I'll get straight to the points.
    The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

    *The Good*

    Excellent visuals. The graphics are awesome and the VR is so cool. The MR (Mixed Reality) is really cool too. With mixed reality you can setup a DnD table overtop of your own table.

    Large library of Games and Apps. Everything from Classic zombie games in full VR to MR and Zen apps to chill and relax you. Even have Duck hunt VR. Yes, someone made duck hunt in VR.

    The sound and video quality are really good good. Watching movies, anime and TV shows is really fun. It's like being in a theater without the sticky floors and the "aww snap! Nuh uh and oh hell naw!" Lol.

    Easy to setup and use. Easy to change the head strap if you want a comfier or cushion type one.

    Adding a compatible battery power bank is easy and suggested.

    *The bad*

    Quick battery drain. This is my only real issue. The battery drains pretty quick and even faster when using MR.
    But that can be offset by using a compatible battery power bank or a 20ft USB C cable.

    *The Ugly*

    I can't say much here. The price for many is pricey ands if you want to play games with your family, they each have to have their own head set. That can get very expensive.
    Unlike a console, you can't plug in a second controller and just go. Only you can see what's on your screen. This is definitely more of a solo system or making online friends type system. But if you can afford it, I suggest getting two for a family.

    *Bonus - The Awesome*

    Emulation 😁
    Installing Retro Arch is easy and with 512GBs of room, you can install lots of classic games and play them. I know you can do that on a PC or buy a retro pie, but it looks so cool right on front of you and looking like it's a movie screen.
    With the help of SideQuest, you can install CX file explorer and then Retro Arch and copy your classic games from you PC to the Quest.

    And lastly for anyone asking or maybe those who don't have the extra cash after putting out the funds for this device.

    I can't recommend pirating, but a quick Google search for Meta and the opposite of mother can help you with that problem.
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
    Size: 512GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    The jump from Quest 1 to Quest 3 is huge. I skipped Quest 2 as I wanted the portable VR headset technology to be more mature before investing more money in VR. Everything has improved tremendously, especially the visual and sound which are the most critical components of VR experience.
    The sweet spot to get a clear image is much wider and easier to obtain with the Quest 3. The images are crisp and the 3D sounds are so much better. The days of dealing with fuzzy images of Quest 1 have become a past memory.
    The slow and laggy response of the menu has become a thing of the past with the Quest 3 processor which is multiple times more powerful than Quest 1.
    The game First Encounters demonstrates the ability of the passthrough cameras in future gaming. Although the passthrough cameras are not perfect with some distortion of colors and shapes. But chasing aliens around the living room makes you soon forget the imperfection of the cameras and the imperfections become a minor issue. The cartoony aliens look like they are really there with 3D sounds to match their locations.
    Playing Vader Immortal clearly shows that even the games not optimized for Quest 3 still benefit from drastic improvements in optical and audio experiences. I have all three of the Vader Immortal and it is great to play them all over again in Quest 3. The visual is so much better with images looking smooth, clear, and substantially higher resolution.
    The 40% slimmer headset allows much better weight distribution closer to the face resulting in a much more comfortable headset. I have heard that the Elite strap from Meta is one of the essential elements for comfort. But I found using my head strap foam pad that I bought for my Quest 1 works well enough for comfort.
    I bought the 512 MB version as many of my old Quest 1 apps were worthy to use in Quest 3 which already took a big chunk of the memory. Video recording takes another chunk, and the newer apps can take multi GB with probably bigger apps that are coming which take advantage of the Quest 3's power. The 512 GB version also comes with a 6-month Meta Quest+ trial which I think helps to justify the cost. However, I wish they made a 256 GB version for about $575.
    I don't have a Quest 2 to compare with but the reviews that I read tend to agree that Quest 3 is not just an upgrade but a generation above the Quest 2.
    Quest 3 has clearly revolutionized Portable VR and Mixed Reality to a whole different level!
    Disclaimer: I don't work for Meta and this review is based on my several hours of experience with the Quest 3. Hope it helps!

    10/25/2023 Update: The front weight of the Quest 3 unit makes the faceplate press onto the face which is probably the thing I hate the most about the unit. But I think I have found the solution:
    1. Halo Head Strap with a good posterior cushion (or attach a separate posterior head cushion).
    2. Take out the faceplate (less immersive but so much more comfortable!).
    3. Use a counterweight such as two small liquid ice packs (about 1/2 pound total) in a ziplock bag attached to the back of the head strap using a velcro strap.

    It is almost like wearing glasses with the weight distributed onto a heavier cap.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular VR with Mixed Reality
    Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
    The jump from Quest 1 to Quest 3 is huge. I skipped Quest 2 as I wanted the portable VR headset technology to be more mature before investing more money in VR. Everything has improved tremendously, especially the visual and sound which are the most critical components of VR experience.
    The sweet spot to get a clear image is much wider and easier to obtain with the Quest 3. The images are crisp and the 3D sounds are so much better. The days of dealing with fuzzy images of Quest 1 have become a past memory.
    The slow and laggy response of the menu has become a thing of the past with the Quest 3 processor which is multiple times more powerful than Quest 1.
    The game First Encounters demonstrates the ability of the passthrough cameras in future gaming. Although the passthrough cameras are not perfect with some distortion of colors and shapes. But chasing aliens around the living room makes you soon forget the imperfection of the cameras and the imperfections become a minor issue. The cartoony aliens look like they are really there with 3D sounds to match their locations.
    Playing Vader Immortal clearly shows that even the games not optimized for Quest 3 still benefit from drastic improvements in optical and audio experiences. I have all three of the Vader Immortal and it is great to play them all over again in Quest 3. The visual is so much better with images looking smooth, clear, and substantially higher resolution.
    The 40% slimmer headset allows much better weight distribution closer to the face resulting in a much more comfortable headset. I have heard that the Elite strap from Meta is one of the essential elements for comfort. But I found using my head strap foam pad that I bought for my Quest 1 works well enough for comfort.
    I bought the 512 MB version as many of my old Quest 1 apps were worthy to use in Quest 3 which already took a big chunk of the memory. Video recording takes another chunk, and the newer apps can take multi GB with probably bigger apps that are coming which take advantage of the Quest 3's power. The 512 GB version also comes with a 6-month Meta Quest+ trial which I think helps to justify the cost. However, I wish they made a 256 GB version for about $575.
    I don't have a Quest 2 to compare with but the reviews that I read tend to agree that Quest 3 is not just an upgrade but a generation above the Quest 2.
    Quest 3 has clearly revolutionized Portable VR and Mixed Reality to a whole different level!
    Disclaimer: I don't work for Meta and this review is based on my several hours of experience with the Quest 3. Hope it helps!

    10/25/2023 Update: The front weight of the Quest 3 unit makes the faceplate press onto the face which is probably the thing I hate the most about the unit. But I think I have found the solution:
    1. Halo Head Strap with a good posterior cushion (or attach a separate posterior head cushion).
    2. Take out the faceplate (less immersive but so much more comfortable!).
    3. Use a counterweight such as two small liquid ice packs (about 1/2 pound total) in a ziplock bag attached to the back of the head strap using a velcro strap.

    It is almost like wearing glasses with the weight distributed onto a heavier cap.
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2024
    Size: 128GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    I bought this for PCVR which it does really well. The clarity is excellent! Great lenses. Our daughter has a much more expensive VR headset but it is not as clear as the quest 3. Much larger optical “sweet spot”. The FOV is good. I spend time in iRacing and my irating and safety rating have almost doubled. The immersion is really quite impressive and I don’t think I’ll ever go back to pancakes. Battery life is the only issue. There are link cables that charge and connect to the PC that solve that problem.
    The unit as a stand alone is even better than was expecting. The mixed reality stuff is really fun and the VR content is impressive. It’s one of the few things that have far exceeded expectations. The only thing we need now is 2 or 3 more of them so the family can play together. Maybe Santa will read this.
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    Luan Salguero de Aguiar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente produto
    Reviewed in Brazil on July 9, 2024
    Size: 128GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    Cara, o meta quest 3 é uma revolução!
    Tanto pra jogar, quanto pra trabalhar e fazer as tarefas do dia a dia.
    Recomendo fortemente já comprar as baterias extras pq a bateria acaba bem rápido, principalmente no modo de realidade mista, mas dá pra se divertir bastante
    Paulo jose de vasconcellos
    5.0 out of 5 stars outro nivel
    Reviewed in Brazil on July 2, 2024
    Size: 512GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    é tudo e mais um pouco do que eu esperava
    Elis Antonio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Todo en orden. Llegó a tiempo, en buen estado y sin ninún problema.
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 10, 2024
    Size: 128GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    El producto llegó a tiempo, aunque en mi caso eso fueron 9 días en total, ojo porque el tiempo estimado de entrega cambia una vez que te confirman la compra por ser un producto vendido por Amazon Estados Unidos. Sin embargo vale la pena.
    Yo lo compré ligeramente más barato por una promoción, te recomiendo que busques el mejor precio ya que este producto comprado directamente en EEUU ronda los 8k MXN para 128gb y 10k para 512gb.
    En cuanto a la entrega todo bien, el producto llega en una caja normal de amazon con apenas dos bolsas de aire para proteger la caja de los quest3, sin embargo en mi caso llegó perfecto, la caja no tenía abolladuras, golpes ni nada por el estilo.
    El producto es el esperado, funciona perfecto, la batería dura realmente muy poco pero eso es algo normal en estos dispositivos. Ahora, si los compras porque esperas aprovechar al máximo el passthrough y esperas la calidad de los AppleVision Pro, te comento que te desepcionará, las cámaras son terribles, la calidad del passthrough es mala mala mala, sin embargo la experiencia de realidad mixta aún así vale mucho la pena. Te recomiendo revisar reseñas profesionales para saber si es el dispositivo adecuado para ti.
    Recomiendo el producto y la compra, amazon es bastante confiable. Habrá que esperar a que nada falle y no tenga que usar la garantía o la devolución. Por ahora llevo un par de días con el dispositivo y estoy contento.
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    Elis Antonio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Todo en orden. Llegó a tiempo, en buen estado y sin ninún problema.
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 10, 2024
    El producto llegó a tiempo, aunque en mi caso eso fueron 9 días en total, ojo porque el tiempo estimado de entrega cambia una vez que te confirman la compra por ser un producto vendido por Amazon Estados Unidos. Sin embargo vale la pena.
    Yo lo compré ligeramente más barato por una promoción, te recomiendo que busques el mejor precio ya que este producto comprado directamente en EEUU ronda los 8k MXN para 128gb y 10k para 512gb.
    En cuanto a la entrega todo bien, el producto llega en una caja normal de amazon con apenas dos bolsas de aire para proteger la caja de los quest3, sin embargo en mi caso llegó perfecto, la caja no tenía abolladuras, golpes ni nada por el estilo.
    El producto es el esperado, funciona perfecto, la batería dura realmente muy poco pero eso es algo normal en estos dispositivos. Ahora, si los compras porque esperas aprovechar al máximo el passthrough y esperas la calidad de los AppleVision Pro, te comento que te desepcionará, las cámaras son terribles, la calidad del passthrough es mala mala mala, sin embargo la experiencia de realidad mixta aún así vale mucho la pena. Te recomiendo revisar reseñas profesionales para saber si es el dispositivo adecuado para ti.
    Recomiendo el producto y la compra, amazon es bastante confiable. Habrá que esperar a que nada falle y no tenga que usar la garantía o la devolución. Por ahora llevo un par de días con el dispositivo y estoy contento.
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    Mike's Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good device for those looking for an upgrade.
    Reviewed in Canada on January 12, 2024
    Size: 128GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    My previous VR device was the original Oculus Rift. You had to use a few USB ports on your PC and setup a zone in one area that the two infrared sensors could see. The motion tracking wasn't always great, and the headset fogged up quickly. I recently upgraded to the Quest 3 after all these years and wow, VR has come a long way.

    The passthrough allows me to go anywhere in my house and setup a massive boundary at any time. It's not very clear, but it's very useable. The videos you see posted of recordings from the headset are much more clear than the physical use of it. Performance wise, it's incredible. I generally play games directly from the headset and they work flawlessly. The battery life isn't great, it lasts a couple hours or so depending on what you're doing, but to be honest I can only use it for max that long as my forehead starts to hurt. Both of these issues can be fixed with a 3rd party battery strap, however I have yet to set mine up. The lenses never fog up, regardless of how strenuous the game I'm playing might be. The audio is very cool, it comes from tiny speakers in the strap of the headset that are funneled towards your ears. The quality is actually quite good and it doesn't disturb anyone around you much at all.

    As for gaming via Steamlink. I've only tried it via wireless as of now, and have a very good router, but it does seem to work well. I have had a couple instances while playing HL Alyx that the quality drops and the movement glitches but generally it's been very playable.

    Overall, it's a very worthy upgrade if you are a few generations back, no doubt. Looking back on it, the Quest 2 might have been more than enough for me, but truly the upgraded lenses and the passthrough feature has been excellent and frankly I use it more than I thought I would. Excellent device.
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    Mike's Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good device for those looking for an upgrade.
    Reviewed in Canada on January 12, 2024
    My previous VR device was the original Oculus Rift. You had to use a few USB ports on your PC and setup a zone in one area that the two infrared sensors could see. The motion tracking wasn't always great, and the headset fogged up quickly. I recently upgraded to the Quest 3 after all these years and wow, VR has come a long way.

    The passthrough allows me to go anywhere in my house and setup a massive boundary at any time. It's not very clear, but it's very useable. The videos you see posted of recordings from the headset are much more clear than the physical use of it. Performance wise, it's incredible. I generally play games directly from the headset and they work flawlessly. The battery life isn't great, it lasts a couple hours or so depending on what you're doing, but to be honest I can only use it for max that long as my forehead starts to hurt. Both of these issues can be fixed with a 3rd party battery strap, however I have yet to set mine up. The lenses never fog up, regardless of how strenuous the game I'm playing might be. The audio is very cool, it comes from tiny speakers in the strap of the headset that are funneled towards your ears. The quality is actually quite good and it doesn't disturb anyone around you much at all.

    As for gaming via Steamlink. I've only tried it via wireless as of now, and have a very good router, but it does seem to work well. I have had a couple instances while playing HL Alyx that the quality drops and the movement glitches but generally it's been very playable.

    Overall, it's a very worthy upgrade if you are a few generations back, no doubt. Looking back on it, the Quest 2 might have been more than enough for me, but truly the upgraded lenses and the passthrough feature has been excellent and frankly I use it more than I thought I would. Excellent device.
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    Jofrin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Where is the Bundled Game - Asgard's Wrath?
    Reviewed in India on July 6, 2024
    Size: 512GBStyle: Headset + ControllersVerified Purchase
    Just received the package.. product seems to be working fine.. just started it up.. still in setup.. but I can't find the game Asgard's Wrath anywhere.. where is it?
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    Jofrin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Where is the Bundled Game - Asgard's Wrath?
    Reviewed in India on July 6, 2024
    Just received the package.. product seems to be working fine.. just started it up.. still in setup.. but I can't find the game Asgard's Wrath anywhere.. where is it?
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