Zuckerberg demonstrates VR tech that transforms flat surfaces into a keyboard! Here’s how
In the video, Zuckerberg and Meta's CTO, Andrew Bosworth, engage in a friendly typing competition while wearing Quest 2 VR headsets. They use the virtual keyboard projected onto a flat surface.
Highlights
- Mark Zuckerberg unveils VR technology for functional keyboards
- Zuckerberg & Meta's CTO compete using Quest 2 VR headsets
- Meta has also introduced a sliding keyboard for Quest users
Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, unveiled an exciting new virtual reality (VR) technology that transforms any flat surface into a functional keyboard. This development was shared through a video on Zuckerberg's Instagram, where he showcased this innovation in action.
In the video, Zuckerberg and Meta's CTO, Andrew Bosworth, engage in a friendly typing competition while wearing Quest 2 VR headsets. They use the virtual keyboard projected onto a flat surface. Zuckerberg achieved a typing speed of about 100 words per minute, while Bosworth managed an impressive 119 words in the same timeframe.
Precision with a QR code
Typing in virtual reality hasn't always been smooth due to inaccuracies and slow response times compared to regular PCs and smartphones. Floating keyboards require users to move their hands in the air, lacking the tactile feedback and support found in physical keyboards.
To ensure accuracy, a large QR code was placed on a table. Contestants used their hands to tap buttons on the virtual keyboard, much like typing on a physical keyboard.
Future prospects
Meta's plans for overcoming this challenge weren't disclosed, but the company might consider creating a virtual keyboard with dimensions matching the QR code's size. This could revolutionise how users interact and type in VR environments.
Additional keyboard innovations
Meta has also introduced a sliding keyboard for Quest users. Although accuracy is maintained when used with handles, rapid hand movements can decrease accuracy. Pairing a physical keyboard with Quest headsets is another option, but only specific models are supported, requiring users to carry an extra device.
More immersive interactions are possible because of Meta's innovative VR keyboard technology. The future seems bright for VR fans in India and beyond, despite the hurdles that still need to be overcome. These developments may alter how individuals type and interact in virtual reality settings.
