Meta Quest v55 Update: Performance Boosts, Improved Explore, and More

Sammy Hagar can’t drive 55, and our v55 update also has its foot on the gas, rolling out to a Meta Quest headset near you…

Meta Horizon Worlds v115 Release Notes: Press Pause to Take a Break

Meta Horizon Worlds v115 is here! This release includes a Worlds-wide rollout of the new Pause feature and world importing improvements. Let’s dive in….

Roblox Opens Immersive Ad Partner Programme at Cannes Lions

Roblox, a premier metaverse platform specialising in gaming and events, announced its new Immersive Ad Partner Programme on Wednesday at the Cannes Lions event. The Programme aims to boost innovation and build a global ecosystem for immersive advertisements. According to the San Mateo-based firm, its new partnership will also engage global communities by rallying platform […]

Unity Debut Meta Quest 3 OpenXR Development Package

This week, real-time 3D (RT3D) development solutions provider Unity introduced its Meta OpenXR package, which supports Quest 3 application development with support from integrated frameworks. Unity is debuting its Meta OpenXR package as a preview model that does not represent the final product but allows developers to get started and provide feedback. The early access […]

Avenged Sevenfold Pushes Musical Limits with XR, Web3, M Shadows Says

One of its generation’s most celebrated musical groups, Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) has risen to heavy metal fame since its inception in 1999. The band remains world-renowned for its showmanship, eclectic musical directions, conceptual themes, and experimentation with novel approaches to music and artistry. This has led to widespread acclaim across their 24-year career, with five […]

Manage XR: Championing Enterprise Accessibility and Adoption

This month, leading XR mobile device management (MDM) solutions provider Manage XR debuted Discover XR, a digital hub the firm designed to help enterprise clients in all stages of their headset adoption journey. The Discover XR hub comprises three core elements: Instant Apps, Content Providers, and Hardware Partners. Instant Apps provides clients with a range […]

Reddit Shares New Insights into How Consumers Conduct Product Research in the App [Infographic]

Some valuable insights from the Reddit team.

Instagram Will Now Allow Users to Download Publicly Posted Reels Content

Another way to enable broader sharing of Reels content.

Twitter Rolls Out 25k Character Tweets for Twitter Blue Subscribers

Super. Long. Tweets.

Twitter Looks to Provide More Assurance for Ad Partners Amid Conflicting Data Claims

Twitter reported performance numbers seem to vary significantly each time they’re reported.

Pixel Ripped 1978 Review: Retro Alternate History VR Gaming

Pixel Ripped 1978 offers a nostalgia fuelled adventure that returns to the video game industry’s earliest days.

Breachers Adds Party System & Bot Takeover In New Update

You can now squad up with friends in Breachers through a party system update.

Ragnarock Adds Flatscreen Version & Sabaton DLC

Ragnarock drops VR exclusivity with the Vikings on Tour update, available tomorrow alongside the new Sabaton DLC.

Pico & FitXR Collaborate With New 4-Week Fitness Challenge

Pico is collaborating with FitXR for a 4-week fitness challenge, starting next month.

[Industry Direct] Snapdragon Spaces Expands Support for the Next Generation of MR Devices

Industry Direct by the Snapdragon Spaces Team Industry Direct is our program for sponsors who want to speak directly to the Road to VR newsletter audience. Industry Direct posts are written by sponsors with no involvement from the Road to VR editorial team. Links to these posts appear only in our newsletter and do not […]

A Concise Beginner’s Guide to Apple Vision Pro Design & Development

Apple Vision Pro has brought new ideas to the table about how XR apps should be designed, controlled, and built. In this Guest Article, Sterling Crispin offers up a concise guide for what first-time XR developers should keep in mind as they approach app development for Apple Vision Pro. Guest Article by Sterling Crispin Sterling Crispin […]

Our Top 5 VR Demos from Steam Next Fest This Week

Valve is back at it with Steam Next Fest, the indie showcase that features free demos for upcoming PC games. We picked out some of the most promising demos among the two dozen VR games showcased this week. Steam has made it marginally less simple to find VR titles this year. In years prior, VR […]

Apple Vision Pro Will Support WebXR for Fully Immersive Experiences in the Browser

Apple has confirmed that Safari on Vision Pro will support WebXR, a web-standard that allows immersive experiences to be delivered through the browser. In a somewhat surprising move, Apple confirmed that Safari on Vision Pro will support WebXR. Prior to the reveal of the headset, it was an open question whether the company would entertain […]

Cosmonauts Go for Spacewalk as Crew Works Cargo, Maintenance

Preparations continue for Thursday’s spacewalk to replace hardware on the International Space Station. The Expedition 69 crew also stayed focused on ongoing cargo transfers while conducting a variety of lab maintenance on Wednesday. Two cosmonauts are completing their task reviews and spacesuit configurations ahead of a spacewalk set to begin about 10:20 a.m. EDT on …

Crew Packing Dragon, Prepping for Next Spacewalk

Cargo operations are under way aboard the International Space Station amidst a variety of physics and microbiology research activities. The Expedition 69 crew members are also preparing for another spacewalk later this week as they cleanup following last week’s spacewalk. The SpaceX Dragon cargo vehicle is due to undock from the orbital outpost and return …

Discovering Hope in Hashtags: A Father’s Journey Through Parental Alienation and Social Media

n the age-old battle of David versus Goliath, I found myself, Jacob Maslow, in the underdog role, wielding not a slingshot but my unwavering love for my children. Life had dealt me the card of…read more

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Social Media Marketing Tips for Fence Company Owners

In today’s digital age, social media marketing has become a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their target audience, increase brand visibility, and drive conversions.  Fence company owners can leverage social media platforms to…read more

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How The HR Industry is Changing

The human resources (HR) industry has undergone significant changes in the past several years due to technology advancements, shifting workplace dynamics, and a renewed focus on employee experience. In this article, we will examine some…read more

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Could Origami Be The Future Of VR Haptics?

The art of folding paper could be the key to unlocking more realistic VR experiences. A group of researchers based out of Westlake University in China has developed a device that can improve the realism and fidelity of objects in VR using an approach inspired by origami, the art of paper folding to create 3D […]

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VR Fitness Digest: June 2023

Welcome to our latest edition of VR Fitness Digest—your one-stop shop for news, updates, and inspiration to get your body moving and make the most…