Wi-Fi 7 was officially launched last week, but here’s why it won’t be a game changer for wireless VR.
VRROOM: Lessons learnt building a VR social platform that arrived at the top place on a VR store
It’s exactly one year since we launched the Alpha of the VRROOM platform, the social XR space dedicated to concerts and life shows. We started this project from scratch in July 2022, and in this one year and a half, we have built a lot and obtained remarkable results: we collaborated with important artists like […]
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Meta Restores Quest’s TV Casting Capability Just 2 Weeks After Removing It
Meta has restored Quest’s TV casting capability following widespread complaints, just 2 weeks after confirming removing it.
Do You Need to Use Hashtags on LinkedIn?
Are hashtags still important on LinkedIn? We asked the LinkedIn team for the latest advice on this.
10 Years Ago Zuckerberg Bought Oculus to Outmaneuver Apple, Will He Succeed?
A decade ago Zuckerberg made a $2 billion bet. XR was the future of computing, he wagered, and in buying a little known startup called Oculus, Meta would beat Apple to the punch. An Unexpected Acquisition You can critique Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg all you want, but you’ve gotta give the guy credit for playing […]
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Lift Off for HoloLens! The US Space Force and Microsoft Build a AR Space Simulation
The US Space Systems Command (SSC) has renewed its partnership with Microsoft as it builds an augmented reality (AR) space simulation. That simulation will provide an “immersive intelligent environment” (I3E) and feature orbital objects – including planets and satellites – that users can interact with via a HoloLens headset. The Space Force will pay $19.8MN […]
The Best VR Gloves in 2024: Harnessing Haptic Feedback
In the last few years, there’s been less hype around VR gloves and haptic accessories in the extended reality space. However, as the adoption of virtual reality grows in the business landscape for training, product development, and collaboration, this is beginning to change. While the average consumer might not need haptic experiences in VR games, […]
Cheap Virtual Reality Headset Options for Businesses on a Budget
For businesses, finding a cheap virtual reality headset can seem impossible. If you’re investing in VR to transform collaboration, training, or product development, you’re going to need quality. The better the headset’s screen resolution, comfort, and overall performance, the bigger the potential impact on your team. Cutting corners on cost can increase the risk of […]
Big XR News from Apple, Google, XREAL, and Meta Reality Labs
CES 2024 allowed 2024 to kick off with a massive splash. The trusted emerging technology show became home to many XR vendors showcasing the latest in AR/VR/MR solutions. Countless announcements and moments from the event paint a positive picture of the months ahead, with many immersive technology firms, new and old, looking to wow audiences […]
YouTube Adds Simplified Tools To Edit Long Form Clips Into Shorts
An easy way to convert your existing YouTube content into Shorts clips.
Snapchat Announces New Parental Oversight and Management Improvements
Snapchat’s giving parents more options to ensure they know what their kids are up to in the app.
WhatsApp Adds Custom Stickers, New Text Formatting Options on Android
Some new options for your WhatsApp chats.
Apple Vision Pro Will Require An iPhone Or iPad Pro With Face ID To Order Online
Apple Vision Pro will require a Face ID scan from a compatible iPhone or iPad Pro to order online, so that you get the best fitting light seal.
Google All But Confirms It’s No Longer Working On Its Own AR Glasses
Google all but confirmed it’s no longer working on its own AR hardware, working with partners instead.
ICYMI: 5 Big VR Updates From January So Far
Looking to catch up on some VR updates? Here’s our latest weekly roundup:
Apple To Reportedly Have Fewer Than 100,000 Vision Pro Headsets Produced By Launch
Apple will have only around 70,000 Vision Pro headsets produced by launch, according to a prominent supply chain analyst.
Vision Pro Ordering Process Will Use Face ID Scans to Determine Custom Fit
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders are just a week away. Now the company is serving up some details about how the ordering process including the use of face scans for a proper fit. Apple Vision Pro pre-orders are set to begin on January 19th with a release date on February 2nd. Face ID Scans During Vision […]
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Report: Apple to Produce Fewer Than 100K Vision Pro Headsets at Launch
If you were wondering how Apple plans to mass market its upcoming Vision Pro mixed reality headset, leading Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that the company is actually looking to make the headset a pretty scarce item from the get-go. “Apple will produce 60,000 to 80,000 units of Vision Pro for the February 2 release,” Kuo […]
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Mech Brawler ‘UNDERDOGS’ Coming to Quest & PC VR This Month
One Hamsa, the studio behind VR sports game Racket: NX (2018), announced that their upcoming single player physics-based mech brawler UNDERDOGS is set to launch later this month. Update (January 12th, 2024): One Hamsa says UNDERDOGS is launching on Quest and SteamVR headsets on January 25th. The studio also threw out a new trailer, which we linked before […]
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Crew Preps for Ax-3 Mission and Keeps Up Research Schedule
The Expedition 70 crew is turning its attention to the third private astronaut mission from Axiom Space as it counts down to launch next week. Meanwhile, the seven International Space Station residents are also continuing their focus on human research, space botany, and life support maintenance tasks. The next spacecraft to launch to the orbital …
Home Interest Rates Today: First Time Home Buyer Guide
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, the role of mortgage interest rates remains a pivotal aspect, especially for first-time homebuyers. This guide offers a snapshot of today’s mortgage rates and delves into their significant…read more
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‘POPULATION: ONE’ Launches Event Series 1: Earn Unique Rewards for Free
The new year is in full swing, and POPULATION: ONE is back with its first free content update of 2024: Event Series 1!…
Welcome to the Jungle: VR Mech Brawler ‘UNDERDOGS’ Launches January 25
Revealed during the 2023 Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, physics-based VR mech brawler UNDERDOGS was an instant fan favorite. And the wait is almost over with…
Google Axes Hundreds of AR Hardware Jobs amidst Qualcomm, Samsung Partnership
This week, reports revealed that Google is laying off a significant portion of its 1P AR hardware team, casting doubts upon its in-house XR product portfolio. Notably, the reshuffle is occurring following a partnership with Qualcomm and Samsung to leverage the newly announced Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset for empowering smart glasses. Google is laying […]