virtual display Archives

AppWizard

March 9, 2025

I use Apollo and Artemis to stream PC games to my phone

Apollo and Artemis are server and client applications designed for streaming visuals from a gaming PC to a smartphone while allowing input from the smartphone. Apollo is installed on the gaming PC and includes a virtual display feature, while Artemis is installed on the smartphone. Both applications are forks of Sunshine and Moonlight, with Apollo offering automatic adjustments for resolution, refresh rate, and aspect ratio. To set up Apollo, users must download and install the Apollo.exe file on a Windows machine, create a password, and access the web UI. For Artemis, users download the APK file, connect to the same WLAN as the Apollo server, and enter a pin displayed on the smartphone into the Apollo web UI. The setup is currently limited to Windows PCs and Android smartphones, and while it can work with Moonlight, the developer plans to move away from Sunshine and Moonlight in the future.

Winsage

December 11, 2024

Quest 3’s Windows 11 Integration Arrives As Experimental Feature

Quest 3's latest enhancement, introduced during Meta Connect 2024, integrates Windows 11 into Horizon OS v72, allowing users to connect and mirror their Windows 11 PC with a simple tap by looking at the device. This feature is developed through a partnership with Microsoft, utilizing Windows 11 Remote Desktop technology. Once connected, the PC screen turns off and is replaced by a virtual display, enabling users to create up to three virtual monitors. Currently, users must enable 'Pair to PC with Microsoft Mixed Reality Link' in their headset settings and download the Mixed Reality Link app on their Windows 11 PC for setup, but this will not be necessary once the feature exits beta. After setup, users can connect to their PC with a tap on a virtual button without launching any applications. However, the feature requires a local network for operation, unlike Apple's similar feature, which can function without one.

Winsage

November 22, 2024

Microsoft is Launching Automatic Quest 3 Pairing on Windows 11 PCs in December

Meta and Microsoft announced a collaboration to enable Windows 11 PCs to wirelessly pair with Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets, set to enter public preview in December. This integration will allow users to create a multi-monitor workspace similar to the Apple Vision Pro's capabilities. The feature aims to provide a seamless connection to local Windows PCs or Windows 365 Cloud PCs. Users can connect to their PCs by looking at their keyboard, allowing for easy movement of windows across virtual monitors. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that the Quest headsets are evolving beyond gaming to serve as general computing platforms for various applications.

Winsage

September 26, 2024

Mark Zuckerberg says Windows 11 PCs will pair with Meta Quest VR headsets just by glimpsing at the keyboard soon

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced at the Meta Connect 2024 event that Quest VR headsets will soon be able to pair with Windows 11 PCs by simply gazing at the keyboard. This feature will support multiple virtual displays and connect through the Remote Desktop app, enhancing productivity. Meta will discontinue sales of the Quest 2 and Quest Pro by the end of 2024 to launch the Quest 3S VR headset. The integration with Windows 11 is a collaborative effort with Microsoft, aiming to create a cohesive ecosystem. Once connected, users will see their laptop's screen turn off and be replaced by a virtual display, allowing for general computing tasks beyond gaming. The new feature will simplify the connection process by eliminating the need for additional software.

Winsage

September 26, 2024

Quests Can Soon Extend Windows Laptops By Just Looking At Them

Quest headsets will enhance the functionality of Windows 11 laptops later this year through a collaboration between Meta and Microsoft, allowing users to extend their laptop screens by simply looking at them without needing software installation. The feature will utilize Windows 11's remote desktop capabilities, enabling Horizon OS to connect directly to the PC, resulting in a virtual display that replicates the laptop's screen and allows for multiple virtual monitors. Currently, Meta offers similar functionalities through its Remote Display and Horizon Workrooms apps, as well as third-party applications like Virtual Desktop and Immersed. The Meta-Microsoft partnership distinguishes itself by not requiring users to launch an app or install new software. The user experience is inspired by Apple’s visionOS, but it is unclear if a home Wi-Fi network will be necessary for operation.