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Meta Halts Horizon OS Expansion, Reshaping the Future of VR Platforms

December 22, 2025 by Mintu

Meta Pauses Third-Party Horizon OS Headsets, Redefining Its XR Strategy

Meta has quietly but decisively paused its third-party Horizon OS headset initiative, effectively canceling long-anticipated VR devices from partners Asus and Lenovo. While framed publicly as a strategic refocus rather than a cancellation, the move marks a significant turning point in Meta’s broader ambition to become the dominant operating system provider for extended reality. Just eighteen months ago, Meta positioned Horizon OS as an “industry-altering” platform, rebranding the Quest operating system and inviting hardware partners to build headsets powered by Meta’s software stack. The goal was bold: to become the “Android of XR,” offering an open alternative to Apple’s tightly … Read more

Meta Quest 3S Accessories Drive VR Momentum Ahead of Holiday Season

November 22, 2025 by Mintu

As the holiday season approaches, the virtual reality ecosystem is seeing a sharp rise in consumer attention, and much of that momentum centers around Meta Quest 3S and the growing demand for its accessories. What was once a niche enthusiast category is now moving steadily into the mainstream, driven by better hardware, lower price barriers, and an expanding catalog of third-party gear from brands such as KIWI Design, AMVR, BOBO VR, and Anker. Throughout the past year, the VR market has shown renewed energy. Based on industry-style projections, analysts estimate that VR hardware demand has grown by 15–20% compared to … Read more