This week, Apple debuted a visionOS 2.2 Beta Release of the operating system behind the Vision Pro spatial computing device. While the beta 2.2 release may not reflect the final public release of the next OS update, the trickles of information will provide some insight into the next step of the headset. Currently, news from […]
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Exploring African Enterprise XR Use Cases
Watch on YouTube XR Today’s Rory Greener hosts Arome Ibrahim, Program Director of Immersive Tech Africa, a non-profit bringing XR to the business of Africa. Thanks for watching. If you’d like more like this, don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel. You can also join in the conversation on our X and LinkedIn pages.
‘Dozens’ Cut from Alibaba’s Metaverse Unit
Alibaba Group has allegedly cut ‘dozens’ of employees from its metaverse arm ‘Yuanjing’ as hype for the sector has calmed down. The news comes from an Alibaba-owned media publication, South China Morning Post (SCMP), although it was first reported by other Chinese media sources too. A source told SCMP that restructuring will help to enhance […]
CBS to Use AR/VR During Donald Trump, Kamala Harris US Election Coverage
Today, leading towards the monumental and divisive US election period between returning Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump, and the Democratic candidate, the current Vice President Kamala Harris, CBS Stations are leveraging virtual production technology to visualise crucial voter information during newscasts. CBS’s augmented reality and virtual utilisation do not use headsets. Instead, it […]
LinkedIn Provides Tips on Posting Short-Form Video in the App [Infographic]
Some tips for your LinkedIn video content approach.
Meta’s Rolling Out More Variable Ad Display Options
Meta’s “Flexible Media” option will give it more ways to show your ads.
Meta Extends Political Ads Blackout Beyond Election Period
Meta’s looking to limit angst related to the U.S. Election.
YouTube’s Seeking More Government Support for UK-Based Creators
YouTube’s running a public consultation to learn more about creator challenges.
Metro Awakening Review: A Mesmerizing Tale of Survival in Moscow’s Dark Underworld
Go deep underground into the Metro and experience the dystopian future of a post-nuclear apocalyptic Russia in Metro Awakening.
LIV Can Now Capture Standalone On Quest, And Gorilla Tag Will Support It
LIV now has a Unity SDK that, if implemented, lets players and creators capture third-person footage of VR standalone on Quest.
Human Within Promises Reality-Bending Stories On Quest & PC VR Soon
Human Within promises a reality-bending VR narrative focused on technology’s influence on humanity, and it’s coming soon on Quest and Steam.
Gorilla Tag On PlayStation VR2 Won’t Support Crossplay At Launch
Gorilla Tag on PS VR2 will not support cross-platform multiplayer at launch, and this week’s initial release is US-only.
The XR Week Peek (2024.11.05): Google Play Store is preparing for XR, Meta Reality Labs financials released, and more!
I’m back from AWE Europe, where I had an amazing time! If you want to read something about my experience, you can have a look at some articles I have written about it: And now, let’s see what the most interesting pieces of XR news of the week have been! Top news of the week Google […]
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Apple Releases Long-awaited Panoramic Display Feature on Vision Pro in 2.2 Beta
Apple has released initial access to the long-promised panoramic display feature for Vision Pro’s Mac Virtual Display, which now brings three virtual screen sizes via its visionOS 2.2 beta release. Having initially launched with Vision Pro back in February, Mac Virtual Display only included a single virtual screen size, albeit allowing Vision Pro users to […]
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Interactive VR Film ‘Human Within’ Brings ‘Black Mirror: Bandersnatch’ Style User Choice to Quest in January
Human Within is a sci-fi interactive VR film coming to Quest in January that explores how AI affects humanity. Departing from standard VR films, which are usually pretty ‘one-and-done’, the upcoming interactive experience promises to give you the choice in how the story progresses and ends. Created by Signal Space Lab and Actrio Studio, Human Within is […]
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SpaceX Dragon Cargo Spacecraft Docks to Harmony Module
At 9:52 a.m. EST, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docked to the forward port of the International Space Station’s Harmony module. The spacecraft carried over 6,000 pounds of scientific investigations and cargo to the orbiting laboratory on SpaceX’s 31st commercial resupply services mission for NASA. The mission launched at 9:29 a.m. Nov. 4 on a SpaceX …
Dragon Approaching Station on 31st Cargo Mission
NASA’s coverage is underway for arrival of the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station on NASA+ and the agency’s website. Learn how to watch NASA content through a variety of platforms, including social media. At approximately 9:55 a.m. EST, Dragon will dock autonomously to the forward port of the space station’s Harmony module. …
NASA’s SpaceX CRS-31: Dragon Launches at 9:29 p.m. EST
At 9:29 p.m. EST, over 6,000 pounds of scientific investigations and cargo launched to the International Space Station on the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft for the company’s 31st commercial resupply services mission for NASA. The spacecraft lifted off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. About …
NASA’s SpaceX CRS-31: Launch Coverage Underway
NASA’s coverage is underway on NASA+ and the agency’s website for the launch of SpaceX’s 31st commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station. Learn how to watch NASA content through a variety of platforms, including social media. The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is scheduled for liftoff at 9:29 p.m. EST on the company’s Falcon …
Cisco Webex Introduces Spatial Meetings and Continued Apple Vision Pro Support
Cisco Webex has recently introduced spatial meetings, integrating XR features into its leading video conferencing platform for more immersive meeting experiences while also deepening Apple Vision Pro support. Webex now allows users to transform any space equipped with a Cisco Room Bar Pro into an immersive studio. A simple software upgrade will enable teams to […]
Apple Vision Pro Pre-Orders Now Available in UAE
Apple customers based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can now pre-order its “revolutionary” mixed reality headset, Apple Vision Pro. Photon Debuts Collaboration Tools for Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3 – AWE EU ’24 XREAL AR Smart Glasses to Tackle Meta, Apple Vision Pro during 2024 Holiday Period BMW Continues to Rally Virtual […]
Disney CTO Steps Down to Lead Internal XR/AI Group
According to a Reuters report this week, Walt Disney is doubling down on its dedication to emerging XR technologies by creating a new group to focus on developing AR and AI solutions. The media giant has previously taken various small steps towards AR/VR/MR adoption and research, with the new dedication taking those steps forward. Most […]
Meta’s Developing a New AI System to Detect Teens Lying About Their Age
The system will use advanced measures to determine user age.