AR smart glasses vendor Vuzix is again in the news this week. Following its recent Microsoft certification, the storied XR firm is entering the consumer smart glasses market after a seasoned period working exclusively in the business sector. The news comes as interest in consumer smart glasses rises, thanks to firms like Meta broadening the […]
Meta Doubles Down on AI-Ready Ray Ban AR Smart Glasses Following EU Sales Success
This week, Meta announced the rollout of its AI framework across its Ray-Ban Meta AR-lite smart glasses in EU regions, following an initial reveal at Connect 2024. Meta first debuted the features in the US, Canada, and Australia. However, recent news shows an urgency to introduce AI features to more customers in France, Italy, […]
Australia Pushes Ahead with Teen Social Media Ban
Australia is looking to ban all teens under the age of 16 from using social media apps.
X Shares Holiday Shopping Engagement Stats
Some new insights to get you thinking about the potential of X ads.
Ember Souls Review: An Uneven Trek
Despite showing potential with its parkour platforming, Ember Souls is hampered by uneven game design and poor performance.
The Thrill Of The Fight 2 Multiplayer Out Now In Early Access On Quest
Multiplayer is now available in early access for The Thrill of the Fight 2 on Quest.
Hands-on: Varjo XR-4 Focal Edition takes passthrough to the next level
Yesterday I was visiting Varjo and I had the opportunity to try the Varjo XR-4 Focal Edition. I came out impressed by the clarity of its passthrough and I want to tell you why in this short article. My visit to Varjo I’m currently in Helsinki to attend MatchXR and of course, I decided to […]
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‘Thrill of the Fight 2’ Brings Multiplayer Boxing Action to Quest Today, Now in Early Access
Halfbrick Studios and The Thrill of the Fight (2016) original creator Ian Fitz today released the long-awaited sequel to the popular boxing sim, available now on Quest in Early Access. A fully-reimagined sequel to the original game, The Thrill of the Fight 2 is now live on Quest headsets, including Quest 2, Quest 3, Quest […]
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New Mode in ‘Gorilla Tag’ & $2.6M Investment in ‘Digigods’ Cements UGC as Crucial Social VR Feature
One of VR’s biggest hits, Gorilla Tag, is expanding a previously tested level creation mode and making it a permanent part of the game. The so-called ‘Monke Blocks’ allow friends to build together and then play inside of their shared creations. Meanwhile, the studio behind the up-and-coming Digigods social VR game recently snagged a $2.6 million investment. […]
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Progress Cargo Spacecraft Launches; Headed for a Saturday Docking
The unpiloted Roscosmos Progress 90 spacecraft is safely in orbit headed for the International Space Station following a launch at 7:22 a.m. EST (5:22 p.m. Baikonur time) Thursday, Nov. 21, on a Soyuz rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. After a two-day in-orbit journey to the station, the spacecraft will automatically dock to the …
Progress Cargo Spacecraft Launching to Station Live on NASA+
NASA’s live coverage is underway on NASA+ and the agency’s website. Learn how to watch NASA content through a variety of platforms, including social media. The unpiloted Progress 90 spacecraft is scheduled to launch at 7:22 a.m. EST (5:22 p.m. Baikonur time) Thursday, Nov. 21, on a Soyuz rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. …
Vuzix AR Smart Glasses Gain Microsoft Intune Integration
This week, enterprise-grade AR smart glasses vendor Vuzix announced the integration of Microsoft’s Intune, a cloud-based Mobile Device Management (MDM) service, to help businesses deploy hardware across a workforce. Vuzix is integrating Microsoft’s MDM service into its M-series of AR smart glasses, gaining official certification from the Itune provider in a bid to support scaling […]
University of Hong Kong Harnesses Immersive Tech in Archaeology
Archaeologists at the University of Hong Kong are utilising 3D immersive technologies for excavations of ancient sites. University of Oxford Host XR Event to Boost Commercial Investment and Partnerships Why is the University of Canterbury Developing a Virtual Infant Solution? University of Miami Builds an Educational Metaverse with ENGAGE The technologies, which include the use […]
TeamViewer Gains Microsoft Teams, Copilot, and Azure OpenAI Integrations – Ignite 2024
This week at Ignite 2024, TeamViewer, an XR remote guidance service provider, introduced new AI features via the Microsoft technology portfolio, including Teams, Copilot, and Azure OpenAI infrastructure integrations. The Microsoft-powered ‘AI Session‘ features allow TeamViewer users to create comprehensive summaries of remote guidance/support sessions, leading to profound insights related to commonplace frontline procedures covering […]
YouTube Launches the First Stage of its ‘Hype’ Creator Amplification Option
Hype will enable users to highlight emerging creators in the app.
TikTok Expands Online Safety Education Program with PTA
An expansion of TikTok’s safety education push.
Meta Adds Video Calling Updates, Including HD Video Calls
New updates for Meta’s video calling options, just in time for the holidays.
Bounce Arcade Review: A Stellar Pinball Game That Needs Better Cabinets
Bounce Arcade offers a novel take on VR pinball with strong controls, though it’s let down by an uneven cabinet selection.
Synth Riders Overhauls User Interface In Latest Update
Synth Riders overhauls its user interface across most platforms in today’s update.
Arcade Paradise VR Will Get Two New Cabinets & Pico 4 Launch Soon
Arcade Paradise VR will receive two new cabinets in a free update next month, and it’s heading for Pico 4 next week.
Spatial Ops Hands-On: Make Some Space For This Shooter
Spatial Ops delivers an inventive mixed reality multiplayer shooter on Quest and Pico, and we went hands-on.
Microsoft is Launching Automatic Quest 3 Pairing on Windows 11 PCs in December
Meta announced at Connect in September it was working with Microsoft to bring Windows 11 PCs the ability to automatically pair with Quest wirelessly. Now, the companies say we can expect preview access in December. The feature will allow Quest 3 and Quest 3S to connect to Windows 11 PCs for a multi-monitor work environment—pretty […]
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