Meta is testing a new feature that allows users to view 3D photos on Instagram through Quest VR headsets, using AI view synthesis algorithms.
Standard 2D photos will be transformed into immersive 3D visuals without the need for specialized cameras. This feature is currently in a limited test phase and may not be immediately available to all users.
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“Thanks to our AI view synthesis algorithms, we can transform the existing photos that show up in Instagram feed pixel by pixel – no fancy 3D cameras required,” Meta says in a blog post. “That means flat photos that weren’t originally captured in 3D will automatically be converted into an immersive format that gives 2D images a sense of depth when you view them on Quest.”
This test of 3D Instagram photos is part of a wider Meta Quest’s v77 update, which includes a bunch of other features like ‘Navigator,’ a centralized hub for managing games, apps, notifications, and settings.
Accessible via the Meta or Oculus button on the right controller, Navigator allows users to pin up to 10 items for quick access, streamlining the VR interface.
Other features included in the v77 update are:
- Bluetooth Low Energy Audio Support: Experimental support for Bluetooth Low Energy audio devices, potentially improving audio experiences.
- Movable Window for Multitasking: Users can select a window that follows them as they move, enhancing multitasking capabilities within the VR environment.
- Horizon for PC: A new PC application that unifies Meta Quest Link, casting, and remote desktop functions, simplifying the connection between VR headsets and PCs.
These updates reflect Meta’s ongoing efforts to enhance the functionality and user experience of its Quest VR headsets.
Check out the v77 release notes to learn more.