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Meta Quest Pro video leak seemingly reveals the final headset

By Tom Pritchard last updated 11 October 2022 Meta Quest Pro may have leaked a month ahead of its official launch (Image credit: Wirestock Creators Shutterstock) Update: Meta Quest Pro hands-on: The future of the metaverse is here for $1,500. The next Meta Quest VR headset, ostensibly called the Meta Quest Pro, is due to be officially unveiled at Meta Connect on October 11. But, with just under a month to go, it seems that the headset might well have leaked in full. A video purportedly of the headset was posted on Facebook by Zectariuz Gaming (opens in new tab) (via The Verge (opens in new tab)). The video - which we are unfortunately unable to embed below - shows off the headset from several angles, and it unsurprisingly looks a lot like the headset leaks we've seen in the past. These have included images from leaked setup videos, and prototypes Meta (formerly known as Facebook) has been showing off in recent months. (Image credit: Zectariuz Gaming) The video seemingly confirms that this headset is the Meta Quest Pro, a name we've seen pop up elsewhere in recent weeks. Likewise, it implies the headset will come with two controllers, which will lack the ring-shaped design of previous Quest controllers - though the rest of the design and button layout looks pretty similar. The headset itself appears to be slimmer than previous Quest models, including the Meta Quest 2. Based on the video at least, the display doesn't protrude nearly as much this time around, which could reduce some weight and make it more comfortable to wear. However, we won't know for sure about these aspects until we can get our hands on the Quest Pro and take it for a spin ourselves. (Image credit: Zectariuz Gaming) While the seemingly slimmer profile makes the Quest Pro look a little less dorky, the front-facing cameras don't do it any favors. It looks like there are at least three actual cameras, which will likely be used for either bringing real-world objects into a virtual space, or some kind of pass-through augmented reality functionality - possibly even both. The former seems more in line with the company's Metaverse ambitions, and despite the mockery it's serious enough about its endeavors to change its name from Facebook to Meta. (Image credit: Zectariuz Gaming) Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has already confirmed that the Quest Pro will come with eye and facial tracking, with the goal of syncing your real-world expressions to your digital avatar in real time. It'll be interesting to see just how much lag there is, assuming ordinary people actually want to start interacting in virtual environments, rather than through a phone screen or in person. The downside is that rumors suggest the Meta Quest Pro is not going to be an impulse purchase. While the Quest 2's original $299 price tag isn't particularly low, it's low enough that people can afford to buy the device out of curiosity - rather than for any specific purpose. So far, rumors suggest that the Quest Pro could cost as much as $1,500 (opens in new tab), which is enough to price out everyone except for die-hard VR enthusiasts. While there are smartphones that cost this much money, they are typically the absolute top of the range. The most expensive iPhone 14 Pro Max, for instance, is $1,599, but that is the most expensive iPhone 14 and has 1TB of storage. Much cheaper options, with less storage, are on sale. Plus, a smartphone has a tangible benefit, and most people are already sold on the benefits of having a miniature computer in their pockets at all times. VR is still in the phase where it needs to justify its existence to mass market consumers. We'll be hearing more about the Meta Quest Pro on October 11, when Meta Connect kicks off. Though no doubt we'll be seeing a bunch more leaks and rumors in the coming weeks, all of which we'll round up in our Meta Quest Pro hub.Today's best Oculus Quest 2 dealsRecommended Retail... (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$399 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$399.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$399.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Show More DealsWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices

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Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Tom PritchardAutomotive EditorTom is the Tom's Guide's Automotive Editor, which means he can usually be found knee deep in stats the latest and best electric cars, or checking out some sort of driving gadget. It's long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He's usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining that Ikea won't let him buy the stuff he really needs online. More about virtual reality The best VR headset in 2022 The best VR games in 2022Latest Genesis GV60 review: Technical brilliance mixed with smart designSee more latest ► Topics Virtual Reality See all comments (0) No comments yet Comment from the forums MOST READMOST SHARED1Samsung's amazing The Frame TV is $500 off in early Black Friday deal2The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: Release date, pre-orders, trailer and more3Malicious Chrome extensions with 1 million downloads can hijack your browser - delete these now4Next Doctor Who seasons exclusive to Disney Plus in the U.S. and beyond5This fully waterproof speaker is just $69 in early Black Friday deal1Next Doctor Who seasons exclusive to Disney Plus in the U.S. and beyond2This fully waterproof speaker is just $69 in early Black Friday deal3The best cheap monthly VPN plans in 20224Is a firm or soft mattress better?5Amazon Fire TV Cube (2022) review