Here’s how to keep up with the tech giant’s latest announcements, which could include a new VR headset.
Meta is set to roll out its latest hardware and software gadgets this week, with Facebook’s parent company set to host Meta Connect 2024. Here’s how to watch this year’s event.
What is Meta Connect?
Formerly known as Facebook Connect (and Oculus Connect before that), Meta Connect is an annual event where the company shows off all of its new tech and what developers can do with it. It’s also been the scene of some pretty big announcements, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg announcing Facebook’s rebranding to Meta at Facebook Connect 2021.
We don’t expect any major revelations from the tech giant at this week’s event. We do expect some new product announcements, information about Meta’s metaverse plans, and plenty of AI talk, though.
What to expect at Meta Connect 2024
While we don’t know the exact details of what Meta plans to announce on Wednesday, Facebook’s parent company is expected to continue last year’s focus on AI. Rumors suggest Meta’s announcements could include updates to the company’s artificial intelligence assistant, Meta AI, as well as a more affordable Quest 3 and a new pair of augmented reality glasses.
If you’re interested in learning more about what to expect, Indigo Buzz’s Kimberly Gedeon has provided a rundown of all the rumors flying around as Meta Connect 2024 approaches.
How to watch Meta Connect 2024
Meta Connect 2024 is set to kick off on September 25 at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT, with a keynote address from Zuckerberg. This will be followed by a developer keynote shared by several Meta executives at 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT. The livestream will be available on Facebook via the official Meta for Developers page.
Those with a Quest VR headset will also be able to access Meta Horizon to watch Meta Connect in virtual reality. According to Meta, the VR experience will be modeled after the company’s Menlo Park, California campus and will offer attendees the chance to unlock “exclusive rewards.” Whether the promise of these nebulous incentives is worth it is a question only you can answer.
Meta Connect 2024 will take place over two days and will feature talks on how to use some of the tech giant’s developer tools. You won’t need to stay glued to your computer for the entire event, as some sessions will be recorded and made available to stream once Meta Connect is over. Meta hasn’t specified which parts of the program might be left out, though, so it might be best to watch it live if you’re really interested in a specific session.
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