In virtual reality, the Meta Quest 3S is the most affordable and immersive headset available today. Among its competitors, the original Meta Quest 3 costs nearly twice as much (and is not offering a fundamentally different experience), PlayStation VR2 requires a PS5 to use and Apple Vision Pro is twenty times more expensive.
The Meta Quest 3S has been the top seller and it’s easy to see why: it’s fully wireless, fully standalone, and delivers a high-end VR experience without any extra hardware. For the first time since its release, there’s a sale on the Meta Quest 3S for Prime Day (an Amazon Prime members-only discount). If you’re not a member, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial and still enjoy the savings.
The Meta Quest 3S 128GB is currently priced at $249, down from its standard $299. This is the all-time low for this hardware and it’s a great time to jump into VR or upgrade your current rig. The Amazon-exclusive Cardboard Hero Bundle brings even more value with the Handiwork Helmet, Handiwork Armor, and 1,000 shiny rocks (which is a $45 bonus that gets you ahead in some of the platform’s most popular games and encounters).
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The Meta Quest 3S will transform any room into a portal for mixed reality: With this headset, you are able to bring virtual objects into your physical space or be fully immersed in virtual worlds. The high-definition resolution brings virtual objects to life with sharp clarity and vibrant color. Thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 platform, the Quest 3S delivers double the graphical capabilities of the previous generation.
The wireless, light headset allows you to move freely while working out, playing or hanging out. You can use your hands to interact with content or utilize the Touch Plus Controllers for realistic feedback. The product works with both USB-C headphones and standard 3.5mm headphones so you can enjoy immersive audio however you prefer.
Meta Quest 3S is also built for social experiences: You can play multiplayer games with friends anywhere in the world, go to live concerts together in Meta Horizon, or cast your gameplay to a TV so everyone can see. The headset’s multitasking features let you browse the web, watch YouTube and message on apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger – all at the same time without ever leaving your VR environment.
With this Prime Day purchase, you also get a three-month trial of Meta Horizon+ which includes access to a rotating game library and monthly drops. It’s just added value to an already awesome package.
If you’re looking for an immersive wireless VR headset, the Meta Quest 3S at $249 is the deal of the year.
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