The recent Meta Connect 2024 was a revelation of futuristic innovations that many think have left Apple far behind. There are several reasons to think in such terms because Apple has not been able to present an out-of-the-box gadget that skyrocketed its sales for a long time.
The quality and durability of the iPhone are still unmatchable, but after the soft launch of the iPhone 16 and its recent software upgrades, there have been mixed reviews from a few users. Apple is still to release its Apple Intelligence for China, a market that is nowadays clearly dominated by local tech giants like Xiaomi and Huawei. Apple is also planning to launch its homeOS with a smart rotating display in 2025, which will be AI-powered.
In comparison to all these, Meta announced its game-changing Orion AR glasses prototype, which is ready to wear but has tons of advanced features similar to gaming headsets. It has a field of view with an impressive 70-degree range and relies on an elegant form of eye and hand control.
Meta also introduced its new Quest 3S headset, starting at just $299, making the mixed reality experience affordable. Apart from its advanced gesture control mechanism, it has image passthrough capabilities, 4MP RGB, and 18ppd. There’s no hardware depth sensor, though, which means some of the headset’s recognition of your environment may be lacking.
However, the Apple Vision Pro has a premium price, but its features are amazing, making watching videos a completely immersive experience. The hardware is a sleek aluminum and glass design, high-end cameras, advanced chips, and dazzling displays. It’s so good that it’s far-reaching for consumers to use in everyday life. It seems that the competition has just begun between the two tech giants, or maybe this year Meta has finally won the race.
