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US Justice Department Sues Google Over Alleged Advertising Tech Monopoly
Another lawsuit has been filed against tech giant Google for alleged abuse of power in online advertising, according to a court brief filed in federal court.
How To Make Sure Your Home Firewall Is Actually Working
Firewalls are an important part of personal security online, but what exactly are they? How can you be certain that yours is running properly?
Google Will No Longer Protect Political Emails From Gmail Spam Filters
Google has just decided to end a pilot program that may have given political campaigns an edge — as long as they signed up to be part of it.
10 Of The Most Legendary Rally Cars Ever Made
Rally cars have evolved into 4WD beasts that can tackle nearly any type of terrain — and these are the vehicles that defined the sport.
NVIDIA Leverages AI for Broadcasting Tool
Earlier this week, NVIDIA updated its AI-powered Broadcast product to include new eye-tracking features. NVIDIA Broadcast upgraded to version 1.4.0, which includes a new feature called eye contact – in beta – that tracks a user’s or a speaker’s eyes to simulate an unbroken eye line. The feature leverages AI systems to estimate and align […]
Altspace VR to Shutdown Following Microsoft Lay Offs
Last Friday, Microsoft-owned immersive social platform Altspace VR (virtual reality) announced the closure of its service effective March 10, 2023. The decision comes following recent lay offs at Microsoft. Altspace VR initially launched on May 2015 under the supervision of the platform’s then Founder and CEO, Eric Romo – who went on to work as […]
Apple Teases Reality Pro Specs, Disney Partnership
Apple Inc has entered talks with roughly six media partner firms to launch a virtual reality (VR) content platform for its upcoming headset, reports revealed on Monday. Bloomberg reported that the tech giant discussed potential deals with firms such as the Walt Disney Company to develop the platform. The partnership aims to integrate the Cupertino-based […]
TikTok Faces More Questions Over Creator Monetization as ‘Pulse’ Program Falls Flat
Creators say the payouts from Pulse have been very low thus far.
Planning for 2023: Snapchat Posting Tips
Looking to make Snapchat a bigger focus for your business in 2023? Here are some key tips.
Instagram Adds Dynamic Profile Photos Which Can be Flipped to Show Your Meta Avatar
Meta’s looking for more ways to encourage avatar use, with a view to the next stage of digital connection.
Can Elon Right the Twitter Ship?
Twitter has no shortage of challenges before it – here’s a look at the current state of the app.
Report: Apple Headset Interactions Driven By Eye Tracking & Finger Pinch Combo
A report from Bloomberg indicates that Apple’s headset will use a combination of eye tracking and finger pinching for its core interaction mechanism.
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NBA All-World Brings AR Basketball To Smartphones Today
NBA All-World is a new free-to-play mobile AR game from Pokémon Go developer Niantic, and it’s out today worldwide on Android and iOS. Read more here:
City Builder Townsmen VR Comes To PSVR 2 At Launch
City builder Townsmen VR is coming to PlayStation VR2 at launch.
GRID Legends Review – A Quest Port With Heavy Compromises
GRID Legends recently made the surprise leap to Meta Quest 2, but it comes with significant compromises.
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‘The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners 2’ Coming to PSVR 2 & PC VR in March, Original Gets Free PSVR 2 Upgrade
Skydance Interactive announced the sequel to The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, Chapter 2: Retribution, is leaving timed Quest exclusivity soon. You can also now add the original game to the list of PSVR titles getting a free PSVR 2 upgrade. The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners 2 is simultaneously launching on SteamVR and PSVR […]
NBA Deepens Multiyear Partnership with Meta, Bringing More Ways to Watch Live Games on Quest
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Meta announced they’re extending a multiyear partnership which is set to bring a few new ways for basketball fans to enjoy NBA League Pass games on Quest. First signed in 2020, the deal essentially made Meta (ex-Facebook) an official marketing and VR headset partner of the NBA, Women’s NBA […]
A Failed XR Startup is Back With Compact Optics That Switch Instantly Between AR & VR
AntVR, an early VR startup which struggled with several XR headset projects that ultimately didn’t find traction, has reemerged with novel optics which can instantly transition between AR and VR modes. Founded in 2014, AntVR is the China-based VR startup originally behind an early crowdfunding campaign for a PC VR headset (which didn’t ultimately catch on) […]
5 Things Reviewers Liked And Disliked About Apple’s 2023 MacBook Pro
With reviews out for the latest MacBook hardware, Apple has made some significant efficiency and M2-fueled power improvements with the 2023 MacBook Pro.
2023 Kia EV6 GT Review: How A Great EV Becomes A Tough Sell
With supercar-shaming power and a face-reshaping 0-60 time, the Kia EV6 GT should be an instant winner. Yet not everything adds up in this performance EV.
How To Clean Your Steam Deck
Valve’s Steam Deck is a great piece of tech, but like any other gadget out there, sometimes it gets dirty and needs to be cleaned. Find out how.
Ford’s Biggest Car Flops Of All Time
Ford has produced many of the best-selling automobiles to ever come out of the United States — but not every model has proven successful.
VR Therapies Calls for Urgent Support after Christmas Day Burglary
A major charity offering virtual reality (VR) therapies to vulnerable people was “heartbroken” after a massive burglary took place on Christmas Day. Charity Founder Rebecca Gill is a former NHS nurse and launched the world-first VR alternative therapy centre last year. ITV reported on Saturday that burglars stole valuable headsets totalling tens of thousands of […]
Big XR News from Google, ChatGPT, Vodafone, and Seoul Metropolitan Government
The penultimate week of January has, yet again, shaken up the extended reality (XR) industry. 2023 has not even reached its sophomore month, although more and more innovations are coming full-force while mass layoffs defined the week past. Despite a promising couple of weeks following CES 2023, the year appears to continue last year’s trend […]