Meta Quest, the popular virtual reality (VR) headset, might soon introduce a new feature that allows users to share single 2D windows with others in virtual environments. This speculation arises from unreleased code found in the Horizon OS, which suggests a "share" feature that enables users to share specific windows, such as web browsers or other applications, with others in their virtual world.

The discovery was made by a VR enthusiast, known as Luna, who dug deep into the Horizon OS code and found a string with tooltip text for a "share" ability that "shares a panel so that other users in your world can see it." Additionally, an opposing "unshare" string was also found, hinting at the feature's potential functionality.

According to UploadVR, this feature could allow users to share specific 2D windows within their virtual home, expanding the current sharing capabilities of the Quest. Currently, users can share first-person VR or mixed reality views with others, and YouTube VR also enables users to watch videos together. However, there are no other apps that allow sharing a specific 2D window.

Luna drew comparisons to Apple's SharePlay feature on VisionOS, which supports multiple apps, including Hulu, Max, Apple TV Plus, and more. If implemented, this feature would bring Meta Quest more in line with Apple's sharing capabilities, enhancing the overall VR experience.

Meta has not yet responded to requests for comment on the matter, leaving the exact details and timeline of the feature's release unclear. However, the discovery of this unreleased code suggests that the company is actively working on expanding its sharing capabilities.

The potential implications of this feature are significant, as it could further blur the lines between virtual and physical environments. By enabling users to share specific windows, Meta Quest could become an even more immersive and interactive platform, opening up new possibilities for social interaction, collaboration, and entertainment.

As the VR landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Meta Quest's potential new feature shapes the industry's trajectory. With the rise of virtual and augmented reality technologies, the boundaries between physical and digital spaces are becoming increasingly fluid. This development could be a significant step forward in that evolution.