by Key Takeaways
- With its Quest v71 upgrade, Meta is making some big changes.
- With improved themes and a redesigned Settings panel, the v71 upgrade enhances Horizon OS.
- A Calendar app is added, Travel Mode is enabled for train travel, and a Volume Mixer is included for better audio management.
Meta’s Quest v71, a significant software update that will be released next week, will come with a calendar app, a new Horizon OS, and train-compatible Travel Mode.
v71 will enhance Horizon OS by enhancing the Dark and Light Themes for “clarity viewing and reading contrast,” according to a blog post from Meta. Improved panel functionality and appearance, a repositioned control bar, and revised UI colors are all things users may anticipate.
Additionally, the v71 upgrade enhances search capabilities, restructures the Settings menu for easier navigation, and permits future modifications.
Enhanced PC connectivity and travel mode
According to Meta, the v71 update expands Travel Mode so that Quest 2, 3, and 3S users can utilize Spotify, Theater Mode, or work features while riding the train. Travel Mode can be found in the Quick Settings menu. When Meta originally unveiled the feature in May, it was limited to aircraft.
The v71 upgrade also improves the Meta Quest Link software for direct desktop access and makes the Link function available by default for simpler headset-to-PC connections. Users may now send high-quality video from their headset to their PC using Quick Settings’ Remote Desktop app.
Volume mixer, video sharing, and calendar app
Later this month, a new calendar app will be made available on Meta Quest. Users will be able to view several days in virtual reality, as well as synchronize with Google and Outlook calendars and events from Meta Horizon Worlds and Meta Horizon Workrooms meetings.
Additionally, according to Meta, users may now share and play standard and spatial films straight in Horizon Chat with the v71 upgrade.
Lastly, Meta Quest now has a Volume Mixer thanks to the v71 update, which allows users to independently adjust the Call Volume and App & Media Volume for improved multitasking.
The update will eventually be available for all Meta Quest 2, 3, and 3S headsets and will be rolled out progressively beginning next week.
