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Tech Partnership Troubles: Meta and LG Face Challenges

In the world of XR (extended reality), partnerships are crucial for innovation and growth. However, not all partnerships go smoothly, as evidenced by the recent troubles between Meta (formerly Facebook) and LG.

A few weeks ago, Meta announced a strategic collaboration with LG, with the goal of working together on the manufacturing of the Quest Pro 2 headset. The partnership seemed promising, with a picture of Mark Zuckerberg alongside LG executives confirming the collaboration.

However, rumors have surfaced this week suggesting that the partnership between Meta and LG is in trouble. Reports indicate that there may not have been enough synergy between the two companies, leading to potential issues with the collaboration.

Some speculate that LG was not pleased with Meta’s announcement of partnerships with ASUS and Lenovo for the new operating system HorizonOS. As a result, LG is reportedly seeking new partners for the creation of a headset, with Amazon being mentioned as a possible choice.

LG has denied rumors of the partnership being canceled, stating that they are still moving forward with the XR partnership with Meta, albeit at a controlled pace. This confirmation indicates that while the partnership may not be completely terminated, there are indeed challenges that need to be addressed.

The future of the Quest Pro line remains uncertain, with rumors suggesting a potential delay in the release of the headset to 2027. This delay could pose challenges for Meta, especially if competitors like Apple are planning to release their own XR devices in the near future.

Overall, the troubled partnership between Meta and LG serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges that can arise in the tech industry, even among major players. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.