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News from various tech sites, space, animals and more!
Hands-On: Deadpool VR Shoves Meta Head-First Into The Future Of Gaming
Donning a superhero’s bloody body is a perfect fit for Quest headsets in Twisted Pixels’ Deadpool VR.
Deadpool VR, Voiced By Neil Patrick Harris, Is Meta’s Next Quest 3 Exclusive Blockbuster
Marvel’s Deadpool VR, voiced by Neil Patrick Harris, is Meta’s next Quest 3 exclusive blockbuster game.
The Confusion At The Heart Of Google’s “Android XR” Branding
David Heaney’s latest editorial argues that there’s a confusion at the heart of Google’s “Android XR” branding, which could mislead both consumers and developers.
Meta Announces First-party ‘Deadpool VR’ Game Voiced by Neil Patrick Harris
Meta’s first-party VR game studio Twisted Pixel revealed its latest upcoming title: Marvel’s Deadpool VR. Set for release later this year, the game is said to feature an all-new, original Deadpool story, with the main character voiced by Neil Patrick Harris. Marvel’s Deadpool VR will be the first game released by Twisted Pixel since the […]
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Hands-on: ‘Marvel’s Deadpool VR’ Nails the Vibe, But Needs Work on Feel
We got an early look at Marvel’s Deadpool VR, the upcoming title from first-party Meta studio Twisted Pixel. You can see our coverage of the game’s announcement, but here’s the deets: Deadpool VR is being developed by Twisted Pixel and planned for release later this year. The game will be exclusive to Quest 3 and […]
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Meta Ignites Social XR with Spatial Computing as WWDC Nears
Just a week ahead of Apple’s WWDC event next week, Meta is sparking interest in social media-based spatial computing experiences, perhaps in a bid to volley off potential market interest stemming from new Vision Pro news next week. According to Meta, its Reality Labs XR division is working with the Instagram application to test 3D […]
The Enterprise PICO XR Deployment Guide: Steps to Success
If you’re thinking about bringing PICO’s enterprise-focused XR hardware and software into your organization, the first thing you’re going to need is a strategy. That’s what this PICO XR deployment guide is here for. Our research shows that XR adoption is gaining momentum across industries. More than 45% of organizations are already deploying XR devices […]
X Reforms API Pricing as It Seeks More Revenue Options
X is shifting to a revenue share model for projects that use its API.
Snapchat Launches Apple Watch App
Now you’ll be able to stay in touch with Snap conversations at all times.
X Tests New Process To Reduce Political Division
The experiment will highlight posts that see cross-political agreement.
LinkedIn Shares Video Posting Best Practices
Some handy pointers for your LinkedIn content strategy.
Evade Law Enforcement When Grand Theft Animals Enters Early Access Next Week
Grand Theft Animals looks like a mix of Gorilla Tag and GTA, and the VR crime sandbox heads to Quest soon in early access.
Ghost Town Gets PC VR Demo Ahead Of Steam Next Fest
Ghost Town, one of this year’s best VR games so far, now has a Steam demo ahead of its upcoming PC VR launch.
Atompunk Puzzler UnLoop Arrives This Year On Quest And Pico
UnLoop is a retro-futuristic VR puzzle game from the Into the Radius studio.
The Virtual Expo 2025 Can’t Match The Real Thing
We recently attended Japan’s Expo 2025, weighing up how this World’s Fair compares with its virtual counterpart.
My interview with Play For Dream about their headset, Android XR, enterprise licensing, China, and more!
During my trip to China, one of the most interesting things was visiting the Chinese headquarters of Play For Dream (the company is actually based in Singapore, but has a strong presence in Shanghai). There, I have been able to ask the company some interesting questions about their present and their future. Among these questions, […]
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AWE 2025 Preview: 4 Companies Building XR’s Future
AWE USA 2025, one of the XR industry’s largest annual conferences, kicks off next week. We got a preview of what four interesting companies attending the event will be showing. As far as industry events go, AWE USA has become our must-attend XR event of the year. It kicks off next week on June 10–12 in […]
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New Lady Gaga Track is ‘Beat Saber’s Latest Surprise Release
Everyone’s favorite block-slashing rhythm game Beat Saber just got a new track from none other than Lady Gaga, released as a paid single. Available today across all supported platforms, Beat Saber players can now slash it to the beat to Lady Gaga’s 2025 hit song ‘Abracadabra,’ released as the game’s latest Shock Drop and priced at $1.99. […]
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Etsy Co-founder is Reportedly Building a Wild Magnifying Glass-like XR Device
Robert Kalin, co-founder and former CEO of online marketplace Etsy, is reportedly building a hand-held, magnifying glass-like XR device. As discovered by Low Pass, Kalin’s new startup Dopple Works is developing a mixed reality device reportedly called ‘Loop’. An application for the device just passed through the FCC, which could mean it’s nearing release. As FCC applications […]
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Pimax Partners with Motorsport Games Following $2.5M Investment, Bolstering Position in VR Sims
PC VR headset maker Pimax is aiming to strengthen its position in VR sim games by partnering with Motorsport Games, the studio behind the NASCAR game series, KartKraft (2022), and Le Mans Ultimate (2024). Pimax is leveraging its place in VR sim games following a $2.5 million investment in Motorsport Games, which was led by the […]
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Space Physics, Biology Studies Wrap Week Aboard Space Station
Space physics topped the International Space Station research schedule on Friday followed by ongoing biology studies. Earth observation duties and a variety of lab maintenance were also on the schedule for the Expedition 73 crew at the end of the week.
Will Apple Showcase XR and the Vision Pro at WWDC Next Week?
Next week, Apple will host its annual WWDC showcase from June 9 to 13, 2025, at Apple Park. The showcase will provide insight into Apple innovations across its portfolio, including the Vision Pro. Susan Prescott, Apple’s Vice President of Worldwide Developer Relations, said during the event’s first announcement: We’re excited to mark another incredible year of […]
How to Evaluate AI and XR Training Vendors for Skill Development
If you’ve been searching for an innovative way to upgrade your employee training strategies, you’ve probably already heard about the benefits of immersive learning. Extended reality can accelerate training cycles, improve employee confidence and boost engagement. Now, XR training vendors are kicking things up a notch, with the addition of artificial intelligence. AI doesn’t just […]
The Power of AI in Immersive Training: A Primer for L&D Leaders
Traditional corporate training has a lot of problems. It’s static, inflexible, and often struggles to keep up with the real changes happening in today’s workplaces. Just think about the fact that about 60% of the global workplace will need reskilling by 2030 (according to the World Economic Forum). That means your existing training strategies are […]