The Meta headset can now display content from any HDMI or DisplayPort device.

The new HDMI Link feature allows you to display any video source in your virtual space.

In this digital age where our lives are filled with screens, Meta Offering a solution for those who sometimes find it difficult to access or for those who allow themselves a bigger screen for their tired eyes, the virtual reality giant recently announced a new tool: an app called Meta Quest HDMI Cablewhile maintaining its commitment to providing a richer user experience than ever before.

New app for optimal comfort

Now available in the Meta App Lab, this app allows headphone owners to: Quest 2, Quest 3, and Quest Pro Connect their devices via HDMI or DisplayPort and redirect their display to their VR headset. So you can watch videos, check your PC, or play games directly on your Quest headset from any device with an HDMI or DisplayPort output.

Basic requirements and ease of use

However, it should be noted that to use this feature, you will need a UVC and UAC compatible capture card, as well as a cable with a male USB-C connector to connect the card to your headphones.

This technology doesn't replace existing wireless options, like Quest Air Link or Xbox Cloud Gaming, which are still available on Quest headsets. However, Meta Quest HDMI Cable It can be useful if you're somewhere where you don't have access to a strong Wi-Fi connection or you want to connect devices that aren't normally compatible with the Meta Quest headset.

Towards a wider range of possibilities

With the arrival of the Meta Quest HDMI Link, the user experience expands, especially as it adapts to environments that do not necessarily require Wi-Fi by opening up to a wide range of devices. Meta It continues to set its course of innovation and practicality.