Meta hits pause on Horizon OS partnerships for now

Technology Dec 18, 2025

Meta is putting its Horizon OS partnership program on hold—the plan that would've let companies like ASUS, Microsoft's Xbox, and Lenovo use the same operating system as Meta's Quest headsets.
Instead of teaming up with other brands right now, Meta says it's focusing on building its own standout hardware and software.
They might revisit these collabs later, depending on how the VR world shapes up.

All eyes on AI and wearables

This move comes as Meta shifts resources away from metaverse projects—potentially cutting those budgets by up to 30%—and puts more energy into things like AI-powered glasses and wearable tech.
Even with this pivot, Meta hasn't closed the door completely: they're open to working with other manufacturers again if the market calls for it.