Meta Quest Headsets Are Bricking

Meta Replacing Quest Headsets Bricked by Buggy Software Update
Initially, some with older Quest devices were told they were out of luck because the gadgets were out of warranty. But Meta appears to have reversed course there, according to Reddit posts.
If updates bricked your Meta Quest headset, try this first - then ask for a replacement
A recent software update is disabling Quest 2, 3, and 3S models. Meta is offering free replacements to some users.
Meta is working on a fix for a software update that bricked Quest headsets
Meta is reportedly working on an issue with a software update that bricked some Quest 2, Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets, the company announced. The company originally upset customers by not only releasing a faulty update,
Meta promises fix for software update that bricked Quest 2, 3, and 3S headsets
Meta is working to fix a faulty software update that bricked many Quest headsets. It has also offered to fix out-of-warranty headsets that were left unresponsive.
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The Meta Quest 3S is an excellent excuse to get a VR headset, or upgrade an existing one with all of the features on board.
Meta’s ‘software update issue’ has been breaking Quest headsets for weeks
We’ve discovered a software update issue that caused some Quest 2/3/3S headsets to be unresponsive and unable to start up correctly. We are actively working on resolving the iss
Meta Offers Free Quest 3S Replacement Following Software Update That Bricked Some Headsets
One of the worst things to happen on Christmas morning is downloading updates and charging batteries. Undoubtedly even worse though is downloading an update that then bricks your device before you can even use it.
The latest Meta Quest update has been bricking headsets
The latest Meta Quest headset update has bricked several devices so far, but Meta says it is aware of the problem and is working on a fix. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox
Meta Quest VR has seen its best year yet — and it's only getting better in 2025
The good news is the highbrow IPs don't stop there. Alien: Rogue Incursion is set to arrive on Meta Quest headsets in February 2025, and while it may be on other VR platforms first, I'm all for playing a VR action-horror game without being tethered to a PC or console.
Why Your New Meta Quest Might Not Be Working
The Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest 3S are experiencing a bug that's preventing them from properly booting up. Meta says it's working on a solution, but the community is suggesting people avoid turning on new headsets in the meantime.
How to set up your new Meta Quest 3 or Meta Quest 3S
You’ll want to start by unboxing your Meta Quest 3 and locating your headset, the USB-C power cable and power adapter – that’s right, unlike some tech these days you do stil
Warning Issued For Meta Quest 3, Quest 2 And Quest 3S Owners
A serious issue could make Quest 3 and Quest 2 inoperable, thanks to a recent software update released by Meta. And only ...
Kids ‘crying and upset’ as popular Meta gadgets ‘break’ minutes after unwrapping them over Christmas
KIDS unwrapping a popular gadget were left “crying and upset” after finding the device failed to work properly within minutes ...
Start your Meta Quest 3 journey off right with my favorite VR games and apps of 2024
Another must-play game for everyone with a Meta Quest 3 or Quest 3S – not least of which because it’s free with new headset ...
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