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The XR Association (XRA) has submitted its response to a Request for Information from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), who delivered a study in November on the future tech economy, it announced on Tuesday. In its reply, the Washington, DC-based organisation urged NIST to consider adding extended reality (XR) technologies such as […]

Retailers have viewed the Metaverse as a new medium for communicating their brands as well as artistic capabilities, and the industry has seen a surge in major brands such as Gucci, Nike, Adidas, Estee Lauder, and even retail giant Walmart, all who have realised the future potential of the new platform. Major fashion companies such […]

Virtual reality (VR) is a foundational technology that could impact every aspect of how people perceive and experience the world, triggering measures from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other tech firms to begin developing their visions of the future spatial internet platform known as the Metaverse.   Just like the internet transformed how we collaborate, […]

The update adds another element to YouTube’s push on using short-form content as a supplement for your main channel.

A new way to discover entertainment options via Snapchat.

Meta’s new mission statement puts more focus on moving fast once again, as it looks to develop the infrastructure of the metaverse.

Twitter’s new Safety Mode could be a simple way to avoid the psychological impacts of ‘Cancel Culture’.

I’m finally finding some time to write a few articles that I have left back from my journey to Silicon

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Motorola, a pioneering smartphone manufacturer owned by parent company Lenovo, has partnered with Verizon for a wearable device to deliver 5G extended reality (XR) technologies to consumers. Shaped as a lightweight necklace, the innovative wearable will provide ultra-low latency 5G connectivity for virtual, augmented, and mixed reality (VR/AR/MR) devices. Motorola’s impressive neckband will facilitate on-the-fly […]

Arvizio, a tech firm in Ontario, Canada, is developing enterprise-grade augmented and mixed reality (AR/MR) solutions for construction or industrial on-site workflows. The firm offers a wide suite of AR/MR tools to optimise and share complex enterprise-grade 3D models, and has designed its solution for key immersive devices such as Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 and Magic […]

Canada’s XR Immersive Tech announced on Monday its buyout of Synthesis VR Inc had allowed it to fully support its standalone and mobile virtual reality (VR) devices for Android. The move includes a digital rights management (DRM)-based solution for more than 300 VR arcade operators globally, allowing them to expand and use top-spec, tetherless headsets […]

As immersive technologies evolve, enterprises are eager to explore new ways to blend physical realities with virtual ones to power enriching experiences. Holograms are an effective way to achieve this as they allow users to project 3D images on a physical surface and simulate virtual designs in real-world surroundings. Holograms for enterprise use were popularized […]

The change will not change how the Feed works, nor have any impact on the Feed algorithm.

Apple’s ATT update has caused some major headaches for Facebook and Instagram advertisers.

As it looks to maximize its business opportunities, TikTok has launched a new hub for its various brand safety tools and projects.

Pinterest says that user interest in Idea Pins is growing, which could present a good opportunity for audience engagement.

Valve began updating SteamVR games with the ‘Unsupported’ tag for Steam Deck compatibility this week, ahead of the device’s launch in the coming weeks.