VR battle royale Contractors Showdown launches its Season 1 update today with a new map, vehicles, and more.
Tentacular Adds Free Island Builder Expansion Today On Quest & Steam
Tentacular, the kaiju-sized physics-based VR puzzler, adds the free Island Builder expansion today on Quest & Steam.
Walkabout Wallace & Gromit’s Mini Golf Course With Mighty Coconut
The Wallace & Gromit mini golf park is now open in VR headsets everywhere.
Real Racer XR App On Quest Puts You In An RC Car’s Driver Seat
We virtually hopped into the driver’s seat of an RC car and went for a spin with the Real Racer XR app for Quest.
Startups, innovation, and the transitional moment of XR
XR is in the initial part of a new cycle where mixed reality, spatial mapping and computing, and AI are starting to become always more relevant. But the devices are still bulky, expensive, and full of friction, and this creates an innovation dilemma for people wanting to make a business in immersive realities. Let me […]
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Ultrasound Scans Continue to Understand Space Effects on Humans
Space biology was back on the schedule Thursday as the crewmates aboard the International Space Station resumed exploring how living in weightlessness affects the human body. The orbital residents also worked on Starliner spacecraft configurations, serviced spacesuit components, and continued lab inspections. Expedition 71 Flight Engineers Jeanette Epps and Matthew Dominick, both from NASA, kicked …
Introducing Dev Bloqs: A New Video Series From Beat Games
Last month, Beat Games launched a new video series called Dev Bloqs. ICYMI, the first episode—hosted by Beat Saber Game Director Josh Joynes (aka Freeek)—tackles…
How to Book an Apple Vision Pro Appointment (and What Happens When You’re There)
Want to experiment with the Apple Vision Pro before you consider buying the device? No problem, all you need is an Apple Vision Pro appointment. Just as Apple has allowed buyers to take other products, like the Apple Watch, for a test drive in the past, it also offers the same service for its new […]
Hootsuite Shares Social Platform Benchmark Data for Q2
Some comparative insights for your social media performance.
TikTok Looks to Relaunch Its European In-Stream Shopping Push
TikTok continues to ramp up its eCommerce push.
Ultrasound Scans for Crew Today on Station Promoting Health
Human research to protect crew health was the dominant science topic aboard the International Space Station on Wednesday. Household duties such as cleaning and inspections to keep the orbital outpost in tip-top shape also continued in low Earth orbit for the nine lab crewmates. Researchers have learned that living in the weightless environment for months …
Station Schedule Returns to Science on Tuesday
Microgravity science picked up on Tuesday following the previous day’s focus on lab maintenance and housecleaning activities aboard the International Space Station. The nine orbital residents set up a host of science gear for external research and explored future space piloting techniques while also concentrating on daily household tasks. Starliner Commander Butch Wilmore from NASA …
Introducing Meta AI on Meta Quest—Your Smart MR Assistant
As part of the Meta Horizon OS, Meta AI on Meta Quest will let you go beyond the hands-free experience you’re used to. Soon you’ll…
Meta Horizon Worlds v172 Release Notes
Meta Horizon Worlds V172 is here! This week, we’re expanding the list of world genre tags that creators can choose from to help people understand…
GenAI is More Than an XR Tool, it’s an Opportunity
GenAI is the trending tech term of 2024, with Apple Vision Pro and spatial computing following closely behind. GenAI is sending shockwaves across the globe, from consumer to enterprise. It is proving to be a fruitful tool and an important area of investment for many. In the Extended Reality (XR) space, genAI is emerging as […]
See Your Debt in Mixed Reality: NatWest Reveals Apple Vision Pro App
UK bank NatWest has announced that its retail banking app is now available on Apple’s Vision Pro. The launch makes it one of the first banks globally to feature on Apple’s VisionOS, NatWest said, marking a significant step in the adoption of spatial computing in the financial services sector. Wendy Redshaw, Chief Digital Information Officer […]
Is Magic Leap Ditching its Hardware Business?
Magic Leap has reportedly laid off its sales and marketing teams as a result of the company’s decision to focus on licensing the technology behind its headsets. The technology news provider Bloomberg shared the news that the augmented reality startup cut 75 jobs last week, according to two of its sources “familiar with the matter”. […]
How B2B Brands Are Incorporating Generative AI [Infographic]
Research shows that B2B organizations are not getting the most out of generative AI as yet.
Google Abandons Plan to Phase Out Tracking Cookies
After years of delays, Google’s had enough of trying to appease all sides.
X Is Testing an Option to Block Links in Your Post Replies
A handy way to block spammers, or a restriction on counterarguments?
Meta’s Added a New Way To Incorporate Offers Into Your Ads
Meta will now be able to automatically detect offers based on your chosen URL.
Astro Hunters VR Is A PvPvE Extraction Shooter Coming Soon To Steam
Astro Hunters VR is a new PvPvE VR extraction shooter reaching Steam next month, with a multiplatform launch to follow.
Meta AI Is Coming To Quest Headsets, And It Can See Quest 3’s Passthrough
Meta AI is coming to Quest headsets in the US & Canada in August, and it can answer questions about what you’re looking at on Quest 3.