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The video provides an in-depth review of the Quest Pro Controllers, highlighting their advanced features and comparing them to the Quest 2 controllers. The Pro Controllers boast an ergonomic design without a tracking ring, featuring three cameras for inside-out tracking and a Snapdragon 662 CPU, contributing to their cost. They offer improved build quality with a textured grip and rechargeable batteries but have some alignment issues with the magnetic dock. The speaker notes that while the Pro Controllers are heavier and have stronger haptics compared to the Quest 2, their performance improvement isn't substantial enough to justify the $300 upgrade. The video also discusses potential new gaming mechanics enabled by these controllers and hints at their possible compatibility with the rumored Quest 3 headset, expected in 2023. The speaker encourages viewer engagement for further updates on the Quest 3.
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In this part of the video, the presenter gives a physical overview of the Quest Pro Controllers, noting their shape and ergonomics which are similar to the Quest 2 controllers but without the tracking ring. The Pro Controllers feature three cameras for inside-out tracking, eliminating the need for the headset cameras to track them. They are powered by a Snapdragon 662 CPU, contributing to their high cost. The controllers have a smooth plastic exterior with a textured, rubberized grip, and built-in rechargeable batteries offering around 9 hours of life per charge. Charging is done via a magnetic dock, though it can be finicky to align correctly. The wrist straps are higher quality than those on the Quest 2 but are not effective during intense gameplay and would benefit from built-in grip straps like those on Valve Index controllers.
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In this part of the video, the speaker compares the Quest 2 and Quest Pro controllers in terms of build, functionality, and overall performance. The wrist straps on both controllers can be removed and replaced easily. The trigger and grip buttons feel the same on both, but the Pro controllers have lower profile A, B, X, and Y buttons with less travel distance. The thumb sticks on both look identical, though the Pro controllers’ thumb sticks feel slightly more resistant. There is a noticeable weight difference, with the Pro controllers being heavier.
The speaker didn’t notice much difference in tracking performance, although the omission of the tracking ring in the Pro controllers provides a more natural feel in certain games. The speaker’s daughter, who plays Beat Saber, finds the Pro controllers’ tracking significantly more accurate. The haptics are stronger in the Pro controllers, featuring three separate motors compared to the Quest 2. However, the games tested did not utilize all the new haptic feedback features.
Ultimately, the speaker does not find the Quest Pro controllers worth the $300 upgrade, despite their better build and more premium feel.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the potential new mechanics that tracked controllers could bring to gaming, such as allowing players to carry items in various positions and perform actions independently with each hand. Additionally, the speaker mentions the rumored 2023 release of the Quest 3 headset and suggests that the Pro controllers, which offer advanced features, may be compatible with it. However, they speculate that the Pro controllers are unlikely to be included with the Quest 3 due to the price point. The speaker invites viewers to share their opinions and any new information they have about the Quest 3 in the comments.