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Playing a fitness game in VR with the Quest Pro.

What is VR?

VR, or Virtual Reality, is a constantly evolving technology that is only getting more exciting. What is VR? It could be the future of work and play.
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If you can’t stand ads on Instagram, you’re going to hate this update

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Reminder: Meta Quest Pro’s permanent $500 price cut is in effect

Playing a fitness game in VR with the Quest Pro.

Meta Quest Pro vs. Quest 2: a clear choice for VR gaming

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Meta is planning a fresh round of job cuts, report claims

A model poses with a Meta Quest Pro over a colorful background.

The Meta Quest Pro and Quest 2 are getting big price cuts this month

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Meta boss Zuckerberg says new team is building ‘AI personas’

Meta's Boston office.

Meta is working on making its offices a little more peaceful

Mark Zuckurburg introduces Facebook's new name, Meta.

Meta unveils paid verification service for Instagram and Facebook users

Lone Echo Arena Review

Meta’s unceremonious Echo VR shutdown is a missed Metaverse opportunity

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Trump allowed to return to Facebook and Instagram

Image with languages displaying in front of a man on his laptop for Meta's 200 languages within a single AI model video.

The AI expert at Meta has some harsh criticism of ChatGPT

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Instagram 2022 recap: how to make your end-of-year Reel

Instagram added a Recap Reel template for users to share their favorite moments from 2022. Here's how to access it.
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Are your Instagram comments not showing up? You’re not alone

Are your Instagram comments not showing up? You’re not alone

Comments aren't showing up for some Instagram users. Here's everything we know about the issue and if it's going to be fixed.
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Major tax services are sending your data to Meta and Google

Major tax services are sending your data to Meta and Google

A new report claims Meta and Google are being sent your tax filing information, including names, amounts along with ad tracking data, a serious privacy breach.
Two phones on a table next to each other. One is showing the WhatsApp logo, and the other is running the WhatsApp application.

You’ll soon be able to use WhatsApp on more than one phone

You’ll soon be able to use WhatsApp on more than one phone

WhatsApp is preparing to add a much-requested feature with multidevice support and companion mode.
Alan Truly is writing using a Quest Pro with a paiered keyboard and mouse.

Meta Quest Pro review: the future right on your face

Meta's Quest Pro is a high-end VR headset that's meant for work, so I spent a week putting it through its paces to share what works and what doesn't.
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Instagram to soon let creators make NFTs and sell them to fans

Instagram to soon let creators make NFTs and sell them to fans

Meta has announced a number of new features for creators on its social media platforms, including one that lets creators make and sell NFTs on Instagram.
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Some Quest Pro early adopters are shipping it back to Meta

Some Quest Pro early adopters are shipping it back to Meta

The Meta Quest Pro might prove to be a love-it-or-hate-it VR headset as some early adopters have been disappointed enough to ship it back for a refund.
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Meta just quietly announced when the Quest 3 will launch

Meta just quietly announced when the Quest 3 will launch

Meta is planning to launch the third-generation consumer VR Quest headset sometime next year, the company confirmed during its Q3 2022 earnings call.
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Instagram and Facebook down? You’re not alone

Instagram and Facebook down? You’re not alone

Having trouble using Instagram and Facebook this morning? You're not alone. As of October 27, it looks like both sites are having issues.
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How to create multiple profiles for your Facebook account

How to create multiple profiles for your Facebook account

Facebook now lets you create multiple profiles for one Facebook account. Here's how to create a new profile.
Meta gave an example of what you can see when wearing a Quest Pro.

Are Quest Pro’s virtual screens actually better than real monitors?

The first impressions of using the Quest Pro's virtual screens indicate some impressive results.
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Reels are about to show up in yet another Facebook feature

Reels are about to show up in yet another Facebook feature

Meta is still pushing Reels but it's also developing other features to bolster its platforms' other products like Facebook Groups and Events.
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Big Tech’s vision for the metaverse is weak. Here’s what it needs

Big Tech's vision for the metaverse is falling flat, so in the spirit of constructive criticism, we put our heads together and came up with some suggestions
Meta Quest Pro enables 3D modeling in mixed reality.

Don’t buy the Meta Quest Pro for gaming. It’s a metaverse headset first

Meta has made it clear that the Quest Pro isn't a device that casual video game fans need to pick up.
A Meta Quest 2, adjusted to look green, is being used for gaming.

Meta Quest 3 is coming, but is Quest 2 still worth buying?

Rumors suggest the Meta Quest 3 is coming next year, so should you wait to buy a standalone VR gaming system or get the Quest 2 now?
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This new malware is targeting Facebook accounts – make sure yours is safe

This new malware is targeting Facebook accounts – make sure yours is safe

Ducktail malware started as a threat to only Facebook Business accounts, but now everyone is in danger. Here's what you need to know to protect your account.
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What is a Facebook Pixel? Meta’s tracking tool, explained

What is a Facebook Pixel? Meta’s tracking tool, explained

Thinking about getting a Facebook Pixel? In this guide, we'll go over what it is and whether or not it's worth it.
This is the view from within a Meta Quest Pro when using a physical keyboard.

No, the Quest Pro can’t really replace your laptop — at least, not yet

Meta's Quest Pro is a standalone VR headset made for productivity -- and it is very good. But it isn't advanced enough to completely replace your laptop.
Meta gave an example of what you can see when wearing a Quest Pro.

How long does the Quest Pro battery really last? Here’s Meta’s answer

How long does the Quest Pro battery really last? Here’s Meta’s answer

There seems to be confusion about how long the Quest Pro's battery lasts, with reports ranging from one to five hours, so we asked Meta, and here's the answer.
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Legs are coming to Zuckerberg’s metaverse

Legs are coming to Zuckerberg’s metaverse

Mark Zuckerberg announced avatars will soon include legs in Horizon Worlds, using the built-in Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro tracking technology.
A Meta Connect 2022 screenshot showing Mark Zuckerberg avatar.

Meta plans to bring Avatars to Reels and video chat

Meta plans to bring Avatars to Reels and video chat

Meta plans to bring its Horizon social VR avatars to Reels and to video chats in Messenger and WhatsApp.
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VR fitness gets less sweaty with Meta Quest 2 Active Pack and Fitness API

VR fitness gets less sweaty with Meta Quest 2 Active Pack and Fitness API

Meta has new tools coming to help you work out. Meta announced the Meta Quest 2 Active Pack and Fitness API today during Meta Connect.Â