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Vision Pro: Metaverse With Apple Flavor
In October 2022, Meta (formerly Facebook) took a huge risk. They launched the Meta Quest Pro virtual reality (VR) headset, priced at a staggering $1500. This wasn’t a regular VR headset — the “Pro” label was meant to attract businesses, not just gamers. But did this bold move pay off?
Meta’s VR Journey: From Games to Work
Meta found incredible success with the Quest 2 headset. It was affordable, fun, and games were its main attraction. This left the tech world buzzing — what would Meta’s next VR move be? Would they keep the winning formula or try something new?
The answer shocked everyone. Instead of another gaming-focused headset, Meta pivoted hard. The Pro model was designed for serious work, promising to replace your whole office setup! Mark Zuckerberg even hyped the “Metaverse” — a virtual world where work, meetings, and communication could happen.
The Problem: High-Tech, Higher Price, No Demand
While the Quest Pro was technologically impressive (think working with only your eyes and hands!), it was far beyond most people’s budgets. The “Metaverse” also wasn’t fully…
