Amazon and other online retailers have discounted the Meta Quest 3S headset by $51, allowing those interested in the offer to grab the VR headset for $349 instead of $400. The Meta Quest 3S offers buyers an amazing opportunity to experience mixed reality with an entry-level VR headset.

The Meta Quest 3S 256GB model is currently down to $349, its lowest price yet. This is our favorite cheap VR headsets, and at $51 off it's even cheaper than ever. If you purchase a Meta Quest 3S now,

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The Quest 3S, like the Quest 2, uses Fresnel lenses, whereas the Quest 3 uses pancake lenses. Not only are pancake lenses thinner, but they can also have better image quality and

As of Jan. 14, the Meta Quest 3S (256GB) has dropped to $349 at Amazon. This is 13% off its list price of $399.99. The new year has kicked off with some great deals already, and the latest is worth checking out for gamers.