Using VR glasses requires downloading the Meta Horizon app on your mobile device (smartphone or tablet). This app connects your VR headset and grants access to the Oculus Store content.
- For Android devices, download the Meta Horizon app from the Google Play Store.
- For iOS devices, download the Meta Horizon app from the App Store.
These procedures apply to Meta and Samsung Gear VR devices. For universal (or cardboard) VR headsets see How to use a universal cardboard VR headset with Crisalix VR app.
Select your VR device and follow the instructions:
Meta Quest devices
Make sure you meet the following prerequisites:
- The Meta Quest headset is set following the instructions provided by the manufacturer (see here).
New user installation steps:
- Visit https://www.meta.com/ or access the Meta Store directly on your Quest 2 or Quest 3 headset.
- Search for "Crisalix VR."
- Press the Get button.
- The download will start automatically.
- Once downloaded, the app will be available to launch with the Start button.
Existing users (with Meta Horizon app) Installation steps:
- Turn on your VR headset.
- Navigate directly to the App Library on your VR headset.
- Open the Crisalix VR app from your VR headset library.
Samsung Gear VR devices
The Gear VR cannot be operated by itself, it must be powered by a Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
Make sure you meet the following steps to set up the Gear VR:
- Ensure that your Samsung smartphone is compatible with the Gear VR. Please take a look at the compatibility lists provided on the Samsung page or the Meta page.
Samsung Gear VR headsets are no longer compatible with newer devices, including current models:
- Galaxy S20/S21/S22/S23/S24 Series
- Note 10 & Note 20 Series - Install and/or open the Meta Horizon app on your smartphone and follow the instructions to either log in with an existing Meta / Facebook / Instagram account or create a new one.
- Connect your smartphone to the Gear VR headset by opening the front cover, aligning your phone with the USB-C or Micro USB connector, and securing it in place.
- Select to open the Meta Quest app on your mobile device.
- Turn on your VR headset and put it on.
- On the Meta home screen, open the App library and find Crisalix VR app.
- Select to open the app.
Read the article about how to present simulated procedures to patients in a VR scenario to find out more.