Meta Quest v72 is rolling out and includes new updates like enhanced hand tracking, passthrough keyboard cutout, a new gallery app, and more.
The new hand tracking model called Hand Tracking 2.3 will be gradually rolling out with enhanced stability, accuracy, and ease of use.
An indicator will be added to the system menu bar when Travel Mode is enabled on Quest v72 to prevent tracking issues.
The new Passthrough Keyboard Cutout will track any keyboard-looking object within its view, even those not connected for passthrough cutout.
Quest v72 has a new Gallery app that provides easy access to any videos, photos, screenshots, and more.
In addition to the group captioning option, Quest v72 has added Call Captions to allow users to check a live transcript of what others on the call are saying.
Quest 3 headsets in v72 will now be loaded into a stationary boundary by default in a frictionless home environment.
Instagram app on Horizon OS gets direct messages with Quest v72.
Meta's Messenger and WhatsApp apps are already available on Horizon OS, so this completes its messaging trifecta.
Meta continues to improve the controller-free hand tracking since adding it to the original Oculus Quest more than five years ago with unannounced improvements throughout the year.