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While OpenXR has successfully standardized the foundational layer of XR development, its "write once, run anywhere" promise is not absolute. For standalone Android-based headsets, developers often still need to create separate application packages (APKs) for different platforms like Meta Quest and Pico, as these platforms may use their own vendor-specific OpenXR loaders.<ref name="RedditOpenXRUniversal">https://www.reddit.com/r/virtualreality/comments/wi6w2x/vr_devs_just_how_universal_is_openxr_anyways/ - VR Devs, just how universal is OpenXR anyways?</ref> | While OpenXR has successfully standardized the foundational layer of XR development, its "write once, run anywhere" promise is not absolute. For standalone Android-based headsets, developers often still need to create separate application packages (APKs) for different platforms like Meta Quest and Pico, as these platforms may use their own vendor-specific OpenXR loaders.<ref name="RedditOpenXRUniversal">https://www.reddit.com/r/virtualreality/comments/wi6w2x/vr_devs_just_how_universal_is_openxr_anyways/ - VR Devs, just how universal is OpenXR anyways?</ref> | ||
Furthermore, innovative platform-specific | Furthermore, innovative platform-specific features, such as Meta's advanced Passthrough capabilities, hand tracking enhancements, or [[spatial anchors]], are exposed to developers through vendor-specific extensions to the OpenXR standard.<ref name="MetaOpenXRAdvancements">https://developers.meta.com/horizon/blog/openxr-standard-quest-horizonos-unity-unreal-godot-developer-success/ - Meta and OpenXR</ref> To leverage these powerful features, a developer must write code that specifically targets that vendor's hardware. | ||
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===Alternative Distribution: SideQuest=== | ===Alternative Distribution: SideQuest=== | ||
[[SideQuest]] is the leading third-party platform and community for the Meta Quest ecosystem. Its primary function is to facilitate the "sideloading" of | [[SideQuest]] is the leading third-party platform and community for the Meta Quest ecosystem. Its primary function is to facilitate the "sideloading" of applications, the process of installing an app directly onto the headset via a PC, bypassing the official store.<ref name="SideQuestSetup">https://sidequestvr.com/setup-howto - Get SideQuest</ref> | ||
SideQuest has become a vital hub for:<ref name="SideQuestHome">https://sidequestvr.com/ - SideQuest</ref> | SideQuest has become a vital hub for:<ref name="SideQuestHome">https://sidequestvr.com/ - SideQuest</ref> | ||