ah, this is actually something I like, a lot...occulus seemed to bulky to me [and from what little I read it is a standing up thing]. This is small, and smaller to come, and I can continue to sit on my old couch [should I do a kickstarter for a new one???] and play. The integration seems cool and doing away with monitors I like a lot.
They say it will be untethered for their consumer editions which is good also. And they say the first consumer iteration with weigh in at 100 grams or 3.5 ounces.
some additional info from their page...
Can I manipulate 3D objects with my hands?
Yes, you can move virtual objects using your bare hands (no gloves required). Additionally, you can deform the 3D meshes, allowing you to treat all objects as if they're made from virtual clay.
What will be different with the consumer version?
Smaller, lighter, more fashionable, resembling a pair of popular sunglasses frames. Available in a stand alone option (untethered, fully battery powered).
Can I use meta if I have a vision impairment in either/both eye(s)?
The meta glasses project an image through prisms that give the illusion the image is 5m away. If you normally need sight aids to see objects clearly that far away, then you'll need those sight aids when using meta. Most eye glasses are compatible with the meta glasses frame (ie. you can probably wear your eye glasses and meta glasses at the same time)