Meta Unveils Tiramisu and Boba 3 VR Prototypes Ahead of Quest 4
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Meta has revealed two new virtual reality headset prototypes, offering a glimpse into the future of VR technology beyond the Meta Quest 4.
The prototypes, codenamed Tiramisu and Boba 3, are being showcased at the SIGGRAPH 2025 graphics conference, which runs through Aug. 14.
Tiramisu focuses on image clarity and realism, boasting 3.6 times the pixel density of the Meta Quest 3, 16 times the brightness at 1,400 nits, and three times the contrast.
It uses micro OLED panels and glass lenses to enhance optical sharpness, delivering 90 pixels per degree—far surpassing the Apple Vision Pro’s 34 pixels per degree.
However, the Tiramisu prototype has a limited field of view at just 33 degrees by 33 degrees and is bulkier and heavier than current consumer VR headsets.
Ying “Melissa” Geng of Reality Labs Research said the goal is to create a virtual display nearly indistinguishable from physical presence, using a compact and comfortable headset.
The second prototype, Boba 3, prioritises field of view, offering 180 degrees horizontally and 120 degrees vertically to eliminate the porthole effect common in today’s VR headsets.
Boba 3 uses mass-produced components and features a 4K by 4K resolution, slightly exceeding the contextual resolution of the Meta Quest 3.
Despite its advanced specs, Boba 3 is not intended for mass-market release due to its high cost and requirement for a top-tier GPU and PC system.
Meta Optical Scientist Yang Zhao said the company wanted to release Boba 3 quickly but acknowledged it is not suitable for all users or price points.
It remains unclear what features will be included in the next mainstream Meta VR headset, but the innovations in Tiramisu and Boba 3 suggest a future of high-fidelity, immersive VR experiences.
Meta showcases Tiramisu and Boba 3 VR prototypes at SIGGRAPH 2025
Tiramisu offers 90 pixels per degree and 1,400 nits brightness
Boba 3 delivers a 180° by 120° field of view with 4K resolution
Source: FORBES