TodaysFacebook Connectkicked off with a two-hour keynote that detailed the companys latest virtual and augmented reality developments.
There were product announcements, new apps and games on display, and compelling peeks at some speculative technology.
Well recap the highlights for those who couldnt catch the presentation live.
Oculus Quest 2
Everyone expected it, but the Oculus Quest 2 was Facebooks big announcement.
The machine is also 10% lighter than the Quest.
While the Quest 2 may be unfettered from cables, users will need a Facebook account to use it.
Its not a prohibitive requirement, but it is one that perhaps not everyone will be willing to stomach.
Several accessories, including Logitech earbuds and an Elite strap with an expanded battery attachment, are also available.
One of the biggest announcements was that Ubisoft is developing new VR-centricAssassins CreedandSplinter Cellgames from the ground-up.
Messenger:Facebook Messenger will soon be available as a Quest VR app.
Oculus Challenges:a cross-app scoreboard and achievements systems for Oculus.
Oculus Move:Abuilt-in fitness tracker for Quest 2, with cross-app support coming later this year.
(The keynote demo showed offBeat Sabersupport.)
New customizable Oculus avatars: These updated avatars will replace the avatars in Horizon and other Facebook apps.
Developers can also use them in their own games and apps.
The first was Project Aria, a research productFacebook is using to help plan their eventual Smart Glasses technology.
Facebook talked a bit about the researchs ethics, and how and when Project Aria will collect data.
It also offers neural feedbackbasically, haptic feedback through the braceletto simulate touch.
