Meta Unveils $1,299 VR Glasses Set for 2027 Launch at Connect 2026 Event

Meta has announced its lightweight VR glasses, Project Phoenix, priced at $1,299.99, set to launch in spring 2027. The device emphasizes media consumption and social interactions over gaming.

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