Facebook is reportedly working on a new virtual reality (VR) headset, codenamed "Pacific", which will be more affordable and accessible than its existing Oculus Rift. According to sources, the new headset will be wireless and will not require a phone or computer to operate. It will also have an external camera to track the user's position in the real world and sensors to track hand movements. Facebook is said to be hoping to reach a broader audience with this new device, targeting the mass consumer market rather than just tech enthusiasts. The Pacific headset is expected to be released in 2019 and will run on a new operating system called "Standalone Oculus". This move by Facebook is meant to compete with other standalone VR headsets, such as the HTC Vive Focus and the Lenovo Mirage Solo, which do not require external devices to function.