Design

Hardware Setup

Updated: Sep 10, 2026
Make sure you have the right hardware before you start building. You will need a computer and, depending on your testing method, a Meta VR device and USB-C cable.
 Meta XR SimulatorMeta Horizon LinkBuild and Run
PC
Windows or macOS
Windows only
Windows or macOS
Meta VR device
Not needed
Required
Required
USB cable
Not needed
Required (or Wi-Fi)
Required



On Windows, you can also use Meta Horizon Link to stream your app directly to a Meta VR device without building an APK. This is useful for faster iteration with real hand tracking. See Link requirements⁠ for details.

Next steps

Once you’ve confirmed your hardware, set up your software and create your first project.
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