Meta Horizon OS is an operating system developed by Meta, designed to power Quest headsets. It is a platform that allows for the creation and integration of various applications and experiences tailored to virtual reality.

To design headsets using Meta Horizon OS, developers and companies can now access the operating system as Meta has opened it up to allow others to create more headsets within their ecosystem. Partners like Lenovo, Microsoft, and ASUS are among the first to collaborate with Meta on this initiative.

The new wave of headsets powered by Meta Horizon OS will focus on a variety of experiences, including:

• Productivity
• Entertainment
• Gaming
• Exercise

These headsets aim to cater to different user needs and preferences within the metaverse.

The first partners to design headsets with Meta Horizon OS include well-known tech companies such as Lenovo, Microsoft, and ASUS. These partners are working with Meta to expand the ecosystem of virtual reality headsets.