12-13-2024 11:36 PM
After the update, the VR went black. When turning it on, it showed the LOGO and a computer chip with a green progress bar. Now it can't be turned on, can't be charged, and the indicator light doesn't come on. All of these are caused by this update. Is it broken? Why is there such a big bug? Can the VR be fixed? I'm asking the technical staff to give me a reply.
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12-14-2024 06:08 AM
My oculus went black yesterday and won’t restart, too. I submitted a support ticket. We’ll see.
12-26-2024 11:06 AM
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If you find yourself affected by this issue, please consider sending the following template to the Agencies listed below:
Dear [Entity Name],
I am writing to bring your attention to a serious consumer protection issue affecting thousands of Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset owners. A recent official software update from Meta has rendered numerous devices completely inoperable ("bricked"), with no possibility of recovery through standard troubleshooting methods including factory reset attempts.
The affected devices:
Meta's official response has been to only replace units still under warranty, leaving many consumers with expensive paperweights due to a manufacturer-pushed software update. This appears to be a clear case of manufacturer negligence resulting in widespread device failure.
Evidence of the widespread nature of this issue can be found in multiple threads on Meta's official forums:
Key concerns:
This situation may violate consumer protection laws regarding:
I respectfully request your organization investigate this matter. I can be reached at [Your Contact Information] for any additional information needed.
Affected Device Details:
Documentation of my attempts to resolve this issue with Meta and relevant correspondence can be provided upon request.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
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12-14-2024 12:43 AM
That computer chip with green progress bar indicates it is trying to do a Firmware update. If this gets interrupted during an update (causes may be a result of loss of wifi and/or low headset battery) then it can brick your headset.
This is just a user forum so otherwise I suggest you contact meta support and see if they can suggest ways to fix this (may need to do a factory reset, maybe using your power/volume buttons). Good luck mate and cheers.
12-14-2024 01:52 AM
The battery was fully charged during the update. After the update was completed, the screen went black on its own. The problem remained the same after restarting, and finally it couldn't be turned on at all.
12-14-2024 06:08 AM
My oculus went black yesterday and won’t restart, too. I submitted a support ticket. We’ll see.
12-20-2024 11:23 AM
I had the same issue. It seems to have been bricked now, support can doing anything unfortunately. I updated it and after that I got black screen after the spinning Meta logo. Tried rebooting a few times and it suddenly stopped working altogether
12-20-2024 10:08 PM
so their purposely bricking headsets now?! went through the same. headset was at 90% and charging during the update... upon restart, logo followed by a never ending dark screen. let it sit for an hour like that. restarted the headset, same thing... then stopped charging (light turned off) and refused to even attempt to boot back up.
12-23-2024 03:43 AM
Have the support team offered any solutions? I had the exact same thing happen to me tonight. I’m so annoyed because my 6yo son was super excited to finally get to try VR but I had to tell him it was broken.
12-23-2024 06:41 AM
Unfortunately, no. The only thing they offered was a discounted price on a new one (not a big discount). I was in a similar situation, was prepping the headset for my son’s 9th year birthday party for some of his friends to try VR.
12-26-2024 11:06 AM
please consider adding this to your original post.
If you find yourself affected by this issue, please consider sending the following template to the Agencies listed below:
Dear [Entity Name],
I am writing to bring your attention to a serious consumer protection issue affecting thousands of Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset owners. A recent official software update from Meta has rendered numerous devices completely inoperable ("bricked"), with no possibility of recovery through standard troubleshooting methods including factory reset attempts.
The affected devices:
Meta's official response has been to only replace units still under warranty, leaving many consumers with expensive paperweights due to a manufacturer-pushed software update. This appears to be a clear case of manufacturer negligence resulting in widespread device failure.
Evidence of the widespread nature of this issue can be found in multiple threads on Meta's official forums:
Key concerns:
This situation may violate consumer protection laws regarding:
I respectfully request your organization investigate this matter. I can be reached at [Your Contact Information] for any additional information needed.
Affected Device Details:
Documentation of my attempts to resolve this issue with Meta and relevant correspondence can be provided upon request.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
State Attorney General Offices
European Consumer Centre (ECC)
Citizens Advice Consumer Service