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Apple To Reportedly Have Fewer Than 100,000 Vision Pro Headsets Produced By Launch
Apple will have only around 70,000 Vision Pro headsets produced by launch, according to a prominent supply chain analyst.
Vision Pro Ordering Process Will Use Face ID Scans to Determine Custom Fit
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders are just a week away. Now the company is serving up some details about how the ordering process including the use of face scans for a proper fit. Apple Vision Pro pre-orders are set to begin on January 19th with a release date on February 2nd. Face ID Scans During Vision […]
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Report: Apple to Produce Fewer Than 100K Vision Pro Headsets at Launch
If you were wondering how Apple plans to mass market its upcoming Vision Pro mixed reality headset, leading Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that the company is actually looking to make the headset a pretty scarce item from the get-go. “Apple will produce 60,000 to 80,000 units of Vision Pro for the February 2 release,” Kuo […]
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Mech Brawler ‘UNDERDOGS’ Coming to Quest & PC VR This Month
One Hamsa, the studio behind VR sports game Racket: NX (2018), announced that their upcoming single player physics-based mech brawler UNDERDOGS is set to launch later this month. Update (January 12th, 2024): One Hamsa says UNDERDOGS is launching on Quest and SteamVR headsets on January 25th. The studio also threw out a new trailer, which we linked before […]
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Crew Preps for Ax-3 Mission and Keeps Up Research Schedule
The Expedition 70 crew is turning its attention to the third private astronaut mission from Axiom Space as it counts down to launch next week. Meanwhile, the seven International Space Station residents are also continuing their focus on human research, space botany, and life support maintenance tasks. The next spacecraft to launch to the orbital …
Home Interest Rates Today: First Time Home Buyer Guide
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, the role of mortgage interest rates remains a pivotal aspect, especially for first-time homebuyers. This guide offers a snapshot of today’s mortgage rates and delves into their significant…read more
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‘POPULATION: ONE’ Launches Event Series 1: Earn Unique Rewards for Free
The new year is in full swing, and POPULATION: ONE is back with its first free content update of 2024: Event Series 1!…
Welcome to the Jungle: VR Mech Brawler ‘UNDERDOGS’ Launches January 25
Revealed during the 2023 Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, physics-based VR mech brawler UNDERDOGS was an instant fan favorite. And the wait is almost over with…
Google Axes Hundreds of AR Hardware Jobs amidst Qualcomm, Samsung Partnership
This week, reports revealed that Google is laying off a significant portion of its 1P AR hardware team, casting doubts upon its in-house XR product portfolio. Notably, the reshuffle is occurring following a partnership with Qualcomm and Samsung to leverage the newly announced Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset for empowering smart glasses. Google is laying […]
Sightful Release Revolutionary Augmented Reality Laptop for Early Adopters
As CES 2024 spins its gears this week, immersive technology innovator Sightful announces the early rollout of Spacetop – an augmented reality laptop. The new solution introduces a unique productivity hardware solution for 2024’s XR customers, adding another enterprise-ready spatial technology solution to the growing market. The firm is debuting its Spacetop via an […]
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Meta’s Removing More Detailed Targeting Options for Ad Campaigns
More changes to your Facebook ad targeting options.
Google Cuts AR Staff as AR Tech Looks Set to Take a Significant Leap
With Apple and Meta looking to the next stage of AR, Google has seemingly taken a step back.
X May Look to Gate Some Video Content to Premium Subscribers Only
X’s new ‘video first platform’ push will likely include new monetization elements aligned with exclusive content.
Meta’s New Disclosure Requirements for Digitally Altered Ad Content Are Now in Effect
Meta’s looking to get ahead of an expected flood of generative AI content in the U.S. election race.
id Software In Contact With Team Beef About Official Release Of Their Quest Ports
id Software has been in contact with Team Beef about officially releasing its VR ports on the Quest Store.
New Apple Patent Shows XR Controllers Aren’t off the Table
Apple Vision Pro may not ship with controllers, but a newly published patent application shows that controllers are still being actively investigated by the company. Spotted by Patently Apple, an Apple patent application published today reveals the company is still actively investigating controllers for XR input, including stylus-like devices with dial inputs. The new patent […]
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‘Secret of Retropolis’ Sequel and MR Spin-off Releasing This Month, Trailer Here
Peanut Button, the indie studio behind adventure game The Secret of Retropolis (2021), announced two new titles are coming this month, both the game’s long-awaited VR sequel as well as a new MR spin-off game. The sequel, called Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye, is set to release in full on Meta Qest via App Lab […]
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Google’s AR Ambitions Stymied as Company Guts Hardware Team
Google is reorganizing a number of its hardware teams, which will see layoffs affecting a few hundred roles across its Devices & Services units. As reported by 9to5Google, Google’s first-party AR hardware team is taking the brunt of the blow. Hardware teams dedicated to Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit are set to be united into a single team, […]
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‘Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice’ Coming to PC VR Headsets Next Month
Fast Travel Games announced its blood-sucking adventure Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice is finally set to arrive on SteamVR headsets next month. The game, which launched on Quest 2/3/Pro and PSVR 2 late last year, takes you into the famed World of Darkness universe, this time bringing you to the streets of Venice as a bloodsucking […]
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Research Underway for Earth and Space Health as Crew Preps for Ax-3 Mission
Advanced drug treatments, virtual reality care, and microbial analysis filled the science schedule for the Expedition 70 crew on Thursday. The orbital residents are also getting ready for the next private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. NASA Flight Engineer Loral O’Hara worked in the Harmony module servicing samples for a study seeking to …
Robotics and Space Biology Fill Research Schedule on Station
The Expedition 70 crew focused its research on robotics, artificial organs, and eye checks aboard the International Space Station today. The orbital septet also worked on a variety of life support and science maintenance tasks throughout Wednesday. NASA Flight Engineer Loral O’Hara began Tuesday configuring an experiment that will explore how CubeSats fitted with a …
Types of Home Loans: Unveiling the Differences Between Conventional and Refinance Options
In the ever-evolving world of home financing, understanding the nuances between various loan options is crucial for making informed decisions. Among the most common yet distinct choices available to homeowners and potential buyers are conventional…read more
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Is a Catastrophic Housing Meltdown Looming in 2024? Unveiling the Truth Behind Market Forecasts
In the realm of real estate and economic discourse, 2024 stands as a year of pivotal importance. The housing market, a perennial subject of interest and concern, finds itself at the confluence of diverse economic…read more
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