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New Oculus Updates Add Quality of Life Improvements

The v31 update includes a new Security Panel and saving passwords

By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on July 22, 2021 03:29PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Smart & Connected Life Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Virtual reality developer Oculus on Wednesday began sending out its v31 update for its Quest and Quest 2 headsets, adding several quality-of-life improvements. One of the improvements included in this update makes it easier to invite friends and other players to a game. A new "Invite to App" button has been added that sends an invite to players, and if they accept, they will be thrown into the current multiplayer match. From there, the inviter can manage the group from a universal menu and invite others in. The Invite to App feature is only available for certain games: Beat Saber, Blaston, Demeo, Echo VR, ForeVR Bowl, Hyper Dash, PokerStars VR, and Topgold with Pro Putt. However, the feature is available to all developers and may be added to future games. Another improvement adds an update to the Messenger app. Send and Read Receipts are available so players can know if their friend read the message or not. Reaction emojis have been added, as well. Finally, the update added a Security Settings panel. Users can set or reset an unlock pattern via the headset or mobile app. Saving and auto-filling passwords is also being added so players no longer have to memorize their log-in credentials. Oculus plans on releasing an update that allows players to create a multiplayer game with their smartphones, as well. Players can generate and share a custom link with friends for a quick gaming session. However, a date has yet to be set for this feature. The company said it plans to roll out the v31 update gradually over the coming weeks. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Play Multiplayer on a Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 How to Update Meta (Oculus) Quest and Oculus Quest 2 How to Get Custom Songs in Beat Saber for Meta (Oculus) Quest Meta (Oculus) Quest 3: News and Expected Price, Release Date, Specs; and More Rumors How to Use Parental Controls on Quest Headsets How to Play Roblox on Meta (Oculus) Quest and Quest 2 How to Set Up and Use Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 How to Return Games on Meta (Oculus) Quest and Quest 2 Meta/Facebook's Bet on Virtual Reality How to Pair Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 to a Phone How to Turn Off Meta (Oculus) Quest or Quest 2 Controllers How to Connect Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 to a PC Wirelessly How to Create a Meta (Oculus) Quest or Quest 2 Account How to Change Payment Method on Meta (Oculus) Quest and Quest 2 How to Get Free Games on Meta (Oculus) Quest and Quest 2 How to Buy Games on Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies