Virtual Reality (VR) has made significant progress, and Meta Quest 3 is further pushing its advancements. Despite being wireless, the Meta Quest 3 still relies on wires for charging. You might be curious why there is not an option to charge your Meta Quest 3 controllers directly. Let's look into how you can keep your Meta Quest 3 controllers charged and ready for action.
How to charge Meta Quest 3 controllers
Out of the box, the Meta Quest 3 controllers are powered by AA batteries, which means you cannot recharge them in their original state. If they run out of power, you will need to replace the old AA batteries with new ones to keep playing games. Alternatively, you can choose rechargeable batteries, which are both eco-friendly and cost-effective.
However, if you are set on charging your Meta Quest 3 controllers instead of using AA batteries, you can consider purchasing a charging station from Meta. This official Meta Quest 3 Charging Dock offers a neat solution for docking the headset and controllers.
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The charging dock does not eliminate the need for batteries altogether, it simply allows you to swap the original AA batteries with rechargeable batteries provided with the Charging Dock. These batteries, claimed to be "genuine Meta batteries," are said to endure "hundreds of charging cycles" and even display the battery level of the controller.
If you are not keen on spending $130 on the official Meta Quest 3 Charging Dock, there are cheaper off-brand charging docks available. While you cannot directly charge the controllers, there are various options available to ensure your Quest 3 controllers remain powered up when you need them.
FAQs:
1. Does Meta Quest 3 need batteries?
The rechargeable battery in the Meta Quest 3 is a 4879 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack with a 18.88 watt-hour rating that powers the product. It is a single cell battery with a nominal voltage of 3.87 volts and it weighs approximately 69 grams.
2. How long does Meta Quest 3 battery last?
Meta Quest 3 is capable of providing 2.2 hours of use on average across a variety of activities. Some activities, such as MR and more demanding apps, may reduce battery life below this level.