Meta announces host of new features with Meta Quest v40 software update
Summary
Security and privacy are major themes in v40, with users now given the ability to lock specific apps behind an unlock pattern. The software update also brings support for 3D Secure payments in-headset and optional end-to-end encrypted Messenger calling. Meta has also announced that it is expanding keyboard tracking with a few new models, and adding a pair of audio-centric accessibility features to the Settings menu. Meta noted that it views App Unlock as an important security feature for all Meta Quest devices, and is hoping that the functionality proves to be a useful starting point for parents as the company begins rolling out more parental supervision tools in the coming months. With v40, users will now be able to make payments with a 3DS-enabled credit card in VR, including the 3DS authorization step (though developers will need to opt-in to enable 3DS support for in-app purchases).