The Metaverse has become a major trending topic for governments, sports icons, and militaries as new technologies continue to surface daily, leading to promising new use cases and future opportunities. No longer limited to enterprises and consumers, multiple groups across sectors topped headlines and social media channels last week, indicating a huge spike in activity […]
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Varjo, HP Partner to Certify XR Metaverse Products
Varjo recently announced it had partnered with Hewlett-Packard (HP) to upscale the availability of certified devices for the firm’s virtual and mixed reality products (VR/MR). The partnership allowed Varjo to certify several of HP’s Z workstations, including the HP Z4 G4 and Z8 G4, for optimal use with Varjo’s product lineup, including its high-resolution VR-3, […]
Apple’s XR Headset Reportedly Delayed to 2023
Leading global tech firm Apple is expected to release its long-awaited augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) headset by 2023, Bloomberg reported last week. Bloomberg claims that production challenges related to device overheating, cameras, and software development problems have caused the most recent delays. The report added the earliest shipping date for Apple’s headset would be […]
NEVRlabs Offers VR Games to Hartlepool NHS Staff
Hartlepool’s NEVRlabs has kicked off the New Year by allowing National Health Services (NHS) employees to attend an hour-long round of free virtual reality (VR) games at the new facility. The invitation comes as NHS frontline workers continue to face the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The VR venue has offered the free hour of gameplay to […]
5 Sony Exclusives We’d Love To See On PSVR 2
PSVR 2 is official! But while we wait for more details, here’s a list of the top 5 Sony exclusives that we’d love to see on PSVR 2.
Fist Of The North Star Quest App Lets You Throw Punches As Kenshiro, Read Manga
This Fist of the North Star Quest app lets you throw punches as Kenshiro.
HTC Vive Cosmos, Pro Eye See Huge Discounts This Week
There’s another chance to pick up Vive Comos and Pro headsets at heavy discounts this month.
The XR Week Peek (2022.01.17): Big tech companies’ battle for talents, PSVR 2 still not confirmed for 2022, and more!
It’s Monday again, so it’s time for a new roundup of the coolest AR and VR news of the week! But
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Report: Apple’s VR Headset Delayed to 2023 Amid Development Challenges
Apple’s upcoming VR headset was purportedly slated to arrive sometime this year. Now according to a recent Bloomberg report, those launch plans may be delayed by a few months, potentially pushing release to 2023. According to the report, Apple’s VR headset was originally set to get its big reveal at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) this June, […]
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Meta’s Developing and ‘Ethical Framework’ for the Use of Virtual Influencers
With the use of digital characters on the rise, regulations are needed to limit potential harm and misuse.
Meta Publishes New Guide to the Various Security and Control Options in its Apps
The guide covers all of the various security and safety tools on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp.
Best Music & Rhythm Games On Quest 2: Beat Saber & More
Looking for a good VR rhythm or music game to play on Quest? Here are our best picks.
YouTube Previews New Tools to Help Creators Showcase the Value of their Channel for Brand Promotions
The new listing will enable YouTube creators to better showcase their unique audience value to potential ad partners.
Twitter Launches New Program to Help Healthcare Providers Stay Up to Date on Latest Industry Announcements
The new partnership with PHM looks to capitalize on the use of Twitter as a connective platform around healthcare conferences.
Twitter Tests New Column Creation Tools in TweetDeck
The new updates could make it easier to set up a social listening dashboard in the app.
Mr. Beast Takes the Top Spot in Forbes’ 2021 YouTube Earners List
Jimmy Donaldson takes the crown for 2021, beating out long-running champ Ryan Kaji of ‘Ryan’s World’.
Bloomberg: Facing Overheating Issue, Apple’s Headset Probably Won’t Ship This Year
Due to “overheating, cameras and software” Apple recently informed suppliers its mixed reality headset probably won’t be ready to release this year, Bloomberg reports.
Editorial: With Apple Approaching, Meta Needs A More Intuitive VR User Experience
Editorial With Apple approaching the VR market, Meta needs to change its approach to user interface and experience in headsets.
Epic Games Awarded Grants to 31 XR Projects in 2021 Through the $100M MegaGrants Fund
Since 2019 Epic Games (well known as the creators of Unreal Engine & Fortnite) has run the Epic MegaGrants program, a $100 million fund to financially support projects built with Unreal Engine. In 2021 the program awarded grants to 31 XR projects. Epic recently recapped the complete list of MegaGrant recipients in 2021, comprising a whopping […]
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Mike Tyson Backs Solana NFT Project TheDreamChain
The latest celebrity to join the NFT wave is boxing legend Mike Tyson, who tweeted his support for Ethereum-based Solana (SOL) and announced he had teamed up with TheDreamChain, Cointelegraph first reported on early Friday. Tyson tweeted he was a “born-again Solano (SOL) proponent” along with a Catalina Whale Mixer NFT, priced at roughly $2,200 […]
Royal Danish Air Force to Expand VR Training Capabilities
Danish virtual reality (VR) aviation training solutions provider VRPilot announced this week it plans to greatly expand its immersive learning modules for Royal Danish Airforce (RDAF) training centres. After a year-long partnership, VRpilot will introduce its VRBasic training solution for RDAF aviation students at the Karup Air Base Flight School. The extended partnership between VRPilot […]
SteamVR Beta Improves Meta Quest 2 Gameplay
Valve Corporation’s recent update to SteamVR beta programmes aims to boost its use across Oculus Quest headsets, user notes from the company’s website revealed. SteamVR Beta 1.21.5 has upgraded functionality for Quest headsets, allowing users smoother gameplay and connectivity when tethered to PCs. Valve has designed its SteamVR platform to function across all headset brands […]
The State of VR in Healthcare 2022
Virtual reality is taking the world by storm. One of the most exciting disruptive technologies in the world, VR promises us a way to unlock new levels of creativity and opportunity. While VR can have a positive impact on most industries, few are demonstrating the tech’s potential quite like healthcare. In the last couple of […]
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Twitter Tests New List Creation Tools in TweetDeck
The new updates could make it easier to set up a social listening dashboard in the app.