WhatsApp to get Meta VR Headset Compatibility Soon

By Aadil Raval • Updated On 18 Jun 2023

Like
Comment
Share

WhatsApp Beta v2.23.13.6 rolling out for Android users via Google Play Store has a sweet surprise. Turns out Meta-owned WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would make WhatsApp VR compatible with Meta’s VR headsets.

Currently in a development stage, the folks at WABetaInfo got their eyes on a new feature that allows users to pair their Meta VR headset to the WhatsApp account. As you can see, the ‘Linked Devices’ option clearly shows ‘Meta Quest’ as one of the devices that were linked to the said WhatsApp account.

Many attempts have already been made to access WhatsApp on VR headsets and yet, users have failed. It remains a question exactly how Meta will go forward with the VR compatibility on WhatsApp maintaining the end-to-end encryption, information on compatibility and how the connection will be made to begin with.

The feature is in development and thus, not available even to the beta testers. It’s expected to arrive across beta users in the future updates although it’s quite exciting how Meta is jumpstarting WhatsApp’s VR compatibility with its headsets. It recently launched Meta Quest 3 VR headset against the super expensive Apple Vision Pro that will be available soon.

WhatsApp has been adding a lot of features right and left. We recently notified our users about WhatsApp’s screen-sharing feature. There’s the ability to send HD photos that is being tested. Similarly, WhatsApp extended the companion mode allowing users to access their WhatsApp account on multiple devices while maintaining end-to-end encryption among others.

What feature do you want next? Do drop in your comments for others to know.

Aadil Raval

Top AI-Powered Air Conditioners to Buy in India For 2024

Summer has come, and temperatures are rising. Heat waves have become a common problem this summer. While we can do little about the temperatures outside, we can surely cool down the temperatures inside. We have many options to keep our homes cool, and air conditioners (or ACs) are popular options. AI has also been integrated into air conditioners, …

7 Affordable Alternatives to Apple Vision Pro Headset to look out for

Tech Giant Apple recently created a storm during its WWDC 2023 when the brand announced its first augmented reality headset named the Apple Vision Pro. It claims to begin an era of special computing and take innovation to the next level. The Reality Vision Pro is a mixed-reality headset that comes with various high-end features …

Apple to start mass producing Reality Pro MR Headset in March 2023: Read on to know more

Apple has been working on a Mixed Reality Headset for a while now and this headset is expected to have some features that will give a new dimension to Virtual Reality Headsets. Although the Headset has been worked on for months, the latest reports claim that the iPhone maker will finally start mass producing the …

WhatsApp For Android Is About To Get These Two Features Soon

The Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp is working on adding new features to its Android app. Over the last few days, WABetaInfo has spotted two features in development. While both are currently under development, they are available to a small group of beta testers. That said, here’s everything you should know about the upcoming WhatsApp …

Will WhatsApp Exit India Soon? Here’s What The Platform Informed The Delhi High Court

The Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has warned the Delhi High Court about its exit from the country. This happened during an ongoing hearing as the platform has filed a petition against one of the Information Technology Rules, 2021. Given that WhatsApp has become an integral part of users’ lives, for not just personal but professional …