Crew Works Spacecraft Configurations and Eye Checks on Wednesday

Dragon spacecraft configurations topped Wednesday’s task list aboard the International Space Station as the orbital residents prepare for crew swap activities in September and October. Human research duties and lab maintenance tasks rounded out the day for the nine crewmates living and working on the orbital outpost. Six astronauts worked throughout the day configuring the …

Space Botany, Eye Research, Plasma Physics Fill Science Schedule on Station

Tuesday was a science-packed day aboard the International Space Station as the astronauts and cosmonauts explored space botany, eye health, and plasma physics to promote longer spaceflights farther away from Earth. NASA Flight Engineers Mike Barratt and Jeanette Epps of Expedition 71 took turns tending to plants growing inside the Columbus laboratory module’s Veggie space …

Meta Improves AR in Flagship Service, Ahead of Connect ’24

This week and just a month before Meta Connect 2024, Mark Zuckerberg’s firm introduced new augmented reality features for its flagship messaging service, Whatsapp. Reports suggest that an upcoming update to WhatsApp will introduce AR features that have increased the usability of immersive content in low-light conditions filters. Moreover, Whatsapp will add features to support […]

AR Smart Contact Lenses Due in 2026 – AWE Asia 2024

This week at AWE Asia 2024, deep-tech firm XPANCEO showcased its latest step in developing AR smart contact lenses following a groundbreaking showcase earlier in the year.   During the AWE Asia conference, XPANCEO showcased five advanced AR smart contact lens hardware prototypes. The firm also teased that it is forecasting to debut a fully functional […]

Zuckerberg Raises Questions Over Government Suppression Requests

The Meta chief has criticized past government suppression requests. 

Snapchat Launches Native iPad App

A bigger, more responsive Snap app on the bigger screen. 

TikTok Publishes Guide to 2024 Holiday Marketing

New tips and insights for your holiday marketing plan. 

Meta Adds Labels to Business Chats in Messenger

The new explainers will clarify how data from business chats is used.

Impulse On Quest Headsets Explores ADHD, Narrated By Tilda Swinton

A new trailer narrated by Tilda Swinton shows a look at interactive ADHD documentary Impulse coming soon to Quest headsets.

Dead Marvel VR Game Resurrected By Fans As Solo Experience

Marvel Powers United VR was shut down back in 2018, but a group of dedicated fans are bringing it back as a solo experience.

PlayStation VR2 Gets $100 Price Hike In Japan Next Week

PlayStation VR2 is getting a $100 price hike in Japan, citing recent global economy changes and “challenging” external influences.

Batman: Arkham Shadow First Impressions: Taking Big Swings At Gotham’s Rats On Quest 3

Don Hopper gives his first impressions on becoming the Dark Knight in Batman: Arkham Shadow for Meta Quest 3

The XR Week Peek (2024.08.27): App Lab apps migrated to Meta Store, Quest Pro 2 canceled, and more!

Tomorrow I’m going to fly to China for a long trip that is going to last a few weeks. It is going to be a very exciting journey and of course, I will keep you posted about the most important things that I will do there! For now, I’m preparing for the big journey and […]

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Eye & Hand Tracking Rountable: Scaling, Workplace Potential, and Middleware

The special thing about XR is its spatial element. Thanks to fully immersive 3D spaces, users can interact with digital content from a new dimension. With RT3D interactable content, such as 3D design documentation, users can ditch cumbersome controller headsets today and use a built-in tracking camera or device that allows users to interact with […]

How to Use the Meta Quest Software Update Tool

Do you want immediate access to the latest software updates and features on your Meta Quest device without waiting for an update to apply automatically? Well, you’re in luck; the Meta Quest Software update tool, announced in June 2024, allows users to manually update their headsets. Before now, Meta followed a similar process to most […]

Meta Addresses Quest Pro 2 Cancellation Rumours Ahead of Connect 2024

Over the weekend, reports hit the airwaves claiming that Meta is cancelling a prototype for an upcoming Apple Vision Pro competitor, with speculation forecasting the discontinuation of an upcoming Quest Pro 2-esc prototype model called ‘La Jolla.’ According to insiders, the La Jolla prototype, initially planned for release in the coming years, used similar display […]

Apple Vision Pro vs XReal Air 2 Ultra: Battle of the Spatial Computing Headsets

Apple Vision Pro vs XReal Air 2 Ultra: Which is the better spatial computing device for XR enthusiasts? Since Apple first introduced its new mixed-reality headset, the hype around spatial computing has exploded. It seems like virtually every leading vendor and XR developer is exploring the benefits of spatial experiences. XReal, a leading smart glasses […]

TikTok Launches In-App Experiences To Promote Sabrina Carpenter’s New Album

The promotion encourages in-app participation and rewards users for the completion of various tasks. 

YouTube Launches Q&A Shorts Series for Creator Questions

Some of the most common creator questions answered.

TikTok Enables Users to Create Their Own AI Voiceover Voice

Now you can save your vocal chords by creating an AI replica of your voice.

Threads Launches Live Test of Disappearing Posts

Ephemeral updates are now available to selected Threads users.

Astro Hunters VR Takes The PvPvE Shooter To Quest Next Month

Following this month’s Steam release, PvPvE extraction shooter Astro Hunters VR confirmed a September launch on Quest.

Monday Sees Physical Science Prep and Training for Station Crew

A suite of training and conferences kept the International Space Station residents busy on Monday as they embark on a new week of work in microgravity. Though a light duty science day, some crew members did schedule in time to assess how spaceflight affects the human body and prep for upcoming physical science investigations. In …

VRChat Spotlight: MONDO GROSSO, Café Summer Sky & Aquarius

Don Hopper continues his trek across the many amazing community recommended worlds of VRChat

World Of Warcraft: Escape From Dalaran Is A 4D Immersive VR Experience

Escape From Dalaran is an official World of Warcraft VR 4D experience where you fly through battle, though a home release is unlikely.