The XR Week Peek (2024.08.27): App Lab apps migrated to Meta Store, Quest Pro 2 canceled, and more!

Tomorrow I’m going to fly to China for a long trip that is going to last a few weeks. It is going to be a very exciting journey and of course, I will keep you posted about the most important things that I will do there! For now, I’m preparing for the big journey and […]

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Eye & Hand Tracking Rountable: Scaling, Workplace Potential, and Middleware

The special thing about XR is its spatial element. Thanks to fully immersive 3D spaces, users can interact with digital content from a new dimension. With RT3D interactable content, such as 3D design documentation, users can ditch cumbersome controller headsets today and use a built-in tracking camera or device that allows users to interact with […]

How to Use the Meta Quest Software Update Tool

Do you want immediate access to the latest software updates and features on your Meta Quest device without waiting for an update to apply automatically? Well, you’re in luck; the Meta Quest Software update tool, announced in June 2024, allows users to manually update their headsets. Before now, Meta followed a similar process to most […]

Meta Addresses Quest Pro 2 Cancellation Rumours Ahead of Connect 2024

Over the weekend, reports hit the airwaves claiming that Meta is cancelling a prototype for an upcoming Apple Vision Pro competitor, with speculation forecasting the discontinuation of an upcoming Quest Pro 2-esc prototype model called ‘La Jolla.’ According to insiders, the La Jolla prototype, initially planned for release in the coming years, used similar display […]

Apple Vision Pro vs XReal Air 2 Ultra: Battle of the Spatial Computing Headsets

Apple Vision Pro vs XReal Air 2 Ultra: Which is the better spatial computing device for XR enthusiasts? Since Apple first introduced its new mixed-reality headset, the hype around spatial computing has exploded. It seems like virtually every leading vendor and XR developer is exploring the benefits of spatial experiences. XReal, a leading smart glasses […]

TikTok Launches In-App Experiences To Promote Sabrina Carpenter’s New Album

The promotion encourages in-app participation and rewards users for the completion of various tasks. 

YouTube Launches Q&A Shorts Series for Creator Questions

Some of the most common creator questions answered.

TikTok Enables Users to Create Their Own AI Voiceover Voice

Now you can save your vocal chords by creating an AI replica of your voice.

Threads Launches Live Test of Disappearing Posts

Ephemeral updates are now available to selected Threads users.

Astro Hunters VR Takes The PvPvE Shooter To Quest Next Month

Following this month’s Steam release, PvPvE extraction shooter Astro Hunters VR confirmed a September launch on Quest.

Monday Sees Physical Science Prep and Training for Station Crew

A suite of training and conferences kept the International Space Station residents busy on Monday as they embark on a new week of work in microgravity. Though a light duty science day, some crew members did schedule in time to assess how spaceflight affects the human body and prep for upcoming physical science investigations. In …

VRChat Spotlight: MONDO GROSSO, Café Summer Sky & Aquarius

Don Hopper continues his trek across the many amazing community recommended worlds of VRChat

World Of Warcraft: Escape From Dalaran Is A 4D Immersive VR Experience

Escape From Dalaran is an official World of Warcraft VR 4D experience where you fly through battle, though a home release is unlikely.

Solara One Relaxes VR Space Explorers With Cyrus Nebula Graphics Update

Float through a brilliantly relaxing nebula in Solara One’s latest update for Quest headsets.

Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom Launches This October On Quest

Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom confirmed an October launch on Quest.

Max Mustard Leaps onto PlayStation VR2 in October

Max Mustard makes it to PlayStation VR2 headsets in October.

Strategic Rebranding: When It’s Necessary, and How to Retain Brand Equity

“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” – Winston Churchill. This could very well be a marketer’s creed: improving, iterating, and trending towards perfection should be our overall goal. Sure, switching up your email marketing strategy is an easy choice when you’re tracking the right metrics. But switching up your […]

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Science Hardware Work Completes Week; NASA Managers Discuss Crew Flight Test

Advanced research hardware work took precedence aboard the International Space Station at the end of the week as the crew readied satellite gear and experimental communications components for placement in the vacuum of space. NASA Flight Engineer Matthew Dominick spent Friday installing the Small Satellite Orbital Deployer onto the Kibo laboratory module’s multipurpose experiment platform …

The Envision Smart Binoculars: A New Vision for AR

Created by Unistellar, one of the top pioneers in smart telescope technology, the Envision smart binoculars promise to revolutionize how we explore the Earth and the skies above. Now available to preorder on Kickstarter, these binoculars offer an exciting insight into the development of the augmented reality landscape. These smart binoculars combine some of the […]

Over Half Of Major US Senior Care Providers Now Use VR

A new study suggests that over half of the largest US senior care providers now use VR. The Evolution of VR in Senior Care Report, conducted by immersive healthcare solutions provider Rendever, conveys compelling figures that illustrate VR’s extensive adoption in the senior care industry and its influence on the ageing experience. The research highlights […]

Meta Quest Casting: How to Cast with Your Meta Quest

Meta Quest casting allows you to share whatever you see in your VR headset with your computer, mobile device, or (certain) television sets. This isn’t just a handy way to show off how skilled you are in your favorite VR games, like Beat Saber. It’s also a handy tool for immersive collaboration. You can use […]

Pimax Crystal Super: Everything We Know So Far

The Pimax Crystal Super, available for pre-order today, represents the next stage in the leading extended reality vendor’s journey towards state-of-the-art headsets. Pimax has already earned an excellent reputation in the VR market, thanks to its commitment to developing headsets with greater visual fidelity than its competitors. The Pimax Crystal, for instance, delivers one of […]

LinkedIn Launches In-Feed Video Carousels

A new way to drive video engagement in the app.

Threads Adds Custom Feeds, Media Tab on Profiles

New Twitter-like updates for Threads.

Meta Activates Threads Crossposting From Facebook and Instagram

An easy way to post between Meta’s apps.