The eagerly awaited Meta Quest 3 headset is here, and with it a spellbinding mixed reality gaming and exploration experience, where digital objects blend seamlessly into your physical world.
The Meta Quest 3 features dazzling 4k graphics (powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 chip), an ever-expanding range of innovative Roblox experiences to explore, and a lineup of 500 games. Titles include top-flight offerings like Ghostbusters, Assassin's Creed, and even Stranger Things curated by Netflix.
We’re all going to be able to dive right into the Upside Down.
And now, nobody has to miss out. Even the 66% of American adults who require corrective eyewear can be exhilarated by the 2,064 x 2,208 per eye resolution and ‘pancake lenses’ for sharper images.
For this, tip your digital hat to the good people at Zenni Optical.
A global leader in eyewear, Zenni’s prescription lenses were developed in partnership with Meta as part of the Made for Meta accessory program. These lenses are custom-built for the headset – lightweight, affordable, easy to snap into place, and, of course, matched to your individual prescription. The lenses start at $49.99 and come with a free oil-resistant coating ($9.99 value), and anyone pre-ordering lenses by October 10 will receive free shipping in the U.S.
The vision problem in VR
Meta’s groundbreaking tech means you can experience virtual realms like never before, with breathtaking clarity and delectable detail. But even these seamless VR adventures can sometimes lose their edge if glasses get in the way.
VR enthusiasts who wear glasses can experience face fogging – their VR experience clouded by mist. It's a real buzzkill, making it tough to see what's going on in your virtual world.
Comfort can be an issue too. Ensuring your VR headset plays nice with your glasses can be a real challenge. Some get squeezed against your face, a particular pain during long gaming sessions, when wearing both glasses and a VR headset can start to feel like a real face workout.
Finally, getting the right alignment between your glasses and the headset's lenses can be tricky. A bad alignment can lead to light leakage, distorted visuals, and more discomfort.
Those are the problems. Now meet the solution. Gear up, take off the specs, and explore your VR wonderland in comfort and clarity.
First-class comfort, crystal-clear immersion
Zenni’s solution to the VR vision problem is as simple as it is elegant. Essentially, we’re talking about contact lenses for your Meta Quest 3.
Crafted specifically for the headset so integration is seamless, edges are softly padded for a perfect fit and, of course, the lenses themselves are tailor-made for your specific prescription.
There’s a pleasing, Steampunk-style feel to the construction. They’re substantially padded, anti-reflective, scratch-resistant, and come complete with an oil-resistant coating for next-level clarity.
Each pair comes with a handy carry case, plus they snap easily in and out of the headset itself for when you’re sharing gear.
It's a simple solution but the results are dramatic, transforming your VR adventure into a mesmerizing, crystal-clear masterpiece. The world you explore is sharper, more vibrant, and utterly immersive. It's like seeing reality through a whole new lens – on every level.
Innovation unveiled: all your worlds in depth and detail
The lenses really come into their own during Meta Quest 3’s innovative ‘passthrough’ mode, where you seamlessly transition between the real and virtual worlds with a simple double tap.
The passthrough mode allows users to see the world outside their stunning VR environment, overlaying vast game worlds and fantastical creatures onto their living room.
Most importantly of all, Zenni lenses are all about inclusion, bringing VR’s infinite horizons into everyone’s field of vision.
“We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality, affordable eyewear, including the amazing, immersive experience that VR delivers,” said David Ting, Global CTO & General Manager at Zenni Optical. “We’re thrilled to partner with Meta in order to optimize the Meta Quest 3 experience, at an affordable price, for those who need corrective lenses.”
Glasses for gaming and going out
Back in the real world, gamers can benefit from Zenni’s range of glasses, too. Join the likes of the San Francisco 49ers, Boston Red Sox, Columbus Crew, and Chicago Bulls, who all use Zenni as their official eyewear.
Blokz gamer glasses are available in twelve designer frame styles, all reducing eye strain by blocking blue light during marathon sessions.
Lenses can also be clear or prescription, and you can choose Blockz Photochromic lenses to block blue and UV light at the same time. All come with scratch-resistant coating.
And when you head outside you also have the option of magnetic, snap-on polarized shields to enjoy glare-free days.
Get Yours
Ready to take the ‘virtual’ out of Virtual Reality?
Zenni‘s VR prescription lenses for Meta Quest 3 launch alongside the headset itself on October 10, and are available for less than $50. Not bad to unlock a world of crystal-clear adventures.
Zenni VR prescription lenses for Meta Quest 3 will be available in the U.S., Canada, UK and Japan on October 10, 2023 with pre-order available now. Orders will be dispatched to your door straight after the launch.
For more information about Zenni VR prescription lenses, visit http://vr.zenni.io.