New Quest 3 Update Improves Passthrough, Brings ‘Lying Down Mode’ & External Mic Support

Meta announced it’s now rolling out its v64 software update for Quest, which the company says features key improvements to passthrough quality on Quest 3, support for external mics, and a few other bits and bobs. In update v64, Meta says we’re getting higher-fidelity passthrough on Quest 3, which is said to improve color, exposure, […]

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3D Bioprinting and CubeSats Top Tuesday’s Science Schedule

Advanced space biology and CubeSat work topped the research schedule aboard the International Space Station on Tuesday. The Expedition 71 crew also continued its cargo work and lab maintenance to keep the orbital outpost in tip-top shape. Scientists are taking advantage of the weightless environment to learn how to print 3D cardiac tissue samples. NASA …

Station Orbits into Eclipse, Crew Works Research and Spacesuits

The International Space Station soared into the Moon’s shadow during the solar eclipse on Monday afternoon. The Expedition 71 crew members had an opportunity to view the shadow at the end of their workday filled with cargo transfers, spacesuit maintenance, and microgravity research. The windows on the cupola, the orbital outpost’s “window to the world,” …

Meta Quest v64 Update: Passthrough Improvements, External Mic Support, and More

Today we’ll begin rolling out the new Meta Quest v64 software update. Good news for MR fans, as we’ve upgraded the quality of Passthrough on…

Meta Quest 3 Gains Vision Pro-Style Features

Recently, reports have emerged that Meta Quest 3 users can now access Layout, an experimental application for the MR headset that seemingly mimics the Apple Vision Pro’s spatial computing user interface (UI) approach. The Meta Quest 3 storefront now contains the Layout application, touted initially to be released alongside the device’s v60 update. However, Meta […]

American College of Cardiology Leverages XR Training Tools

Last week, Osso VR continued its success story by providing XR training for healthcare professionals and learners through a new curriculum module release that the firm co-developed with the American College of Cardiology (ACC).   Osso VR is partnering with the ACC to expand its presence in the cardiovascular sector, as currently, many healthcare training […]

The Mixed Reality Headset Trends to Watch in 2024

The extended reality landscape is evolving, bringing with it new mixed reality headset trends that impact consumers and business leaders alike. Though mixed reality hasn’t earned as much attention as virtual and augmented reality in the past, that’s all starting to change. Innovators like Apple, Meta, Microsoft, and Varjo have revolutionized the space, showing how […]

Microsoft Reports Increase in China-Based Influence Activity, Which May Not Bode Well for TikTok

Microsoft has reported a rise in China-based influence activity leading into the U.S. election.

TikTok’s Photo App Moves a Step Closer to Reality

A separate photos app from TikTok? Will that work?

X Faces a Ban in Brazil as Elon Defies Government Order To Censor Users

Musk has decided to take a stand for free speech — but that’s not his usual approach.