Vein scans and human research samples comprised the majority of the research schedule for the Expedition 67 crew members on Tuesday. Spacesuit work is also ongoing aboard the International Space Station as the cosmonauts prepare for a spacewalk. Three astronauts took turns on Tuesday morning using the Ultrasound 2 device to scan each other’s neck, …
Meta Launches New ‘JioMart’ eCommerce Store for WhatsApp Users in India
The launch marks the next big step for Meta’s eCommerce push in the Indian market.
Snapchat Launches New ‘Dual’ Camera Option, Similar to BeReal
Snap’s looking to spark new creative trends on the back of the latest, trending content format.
Alleged Apple Trademarks Point to ‘Reality’ Branding for Long-rumored Mixed Reality Headset
Multiple trademark filings spotted by Bloomberg over the weekend support the notion that Apple’s long-rumored mixed reality headset will be running under the ‘Reality’ naming scheme. Trademark applications were filed earlier this month in the US, EU, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Costa Rica and Uruguay for three names: Reality One, Reality Pro, and […]
Crew Studies Muscles, Skin Healing During Spacewalk Preps
Space biology kicked off the week for the Expedition 67 crew on Monday to help NASA and its international partners support astronauts on long spaceflight missions. Two cosmonauts are also preparing for a spacewalk to continue outfitting the International Space Station’s third robotic arm. NASA Flight Engineers Kjell Lindgren and Bob Hines began Monday morning …
John Carmack Still Works On VR For Meta One Day Per Week
One of Facebook’s leading technical guides in virtual reality, John Carmack, confirmed he’s still spending one day per week consulting for Meta.
LinkedIn Rolls Out Option to Pin Comments in Reply Chains
A new way to encourage engagement with your LinkedIn updates.
Twitter Tests New Professional Account Options, Including Updated Link Buttons and Shopping Tools
Twitter continues to build out its Professional Account tools.
YouTube Says That an Increasing Number of Viewers are Watching Videos at Faster Playback Speeds
More and more people are speeding up YouTube video playback, which is another sign of evolving consumption trends.
Twitter Shares New Data on Rising Discussion of the NFL Ahead of the Season Kick-Off [Infographic]
The NFL season is less than two weeks away, and Twitter’s shared some new insights into the rising NFL discussion.
Meta’s New VR Headset to Launch in October, Zuckerberg Tells Joe Rogan
Meta Platforms’ upcoming virtual reality (VR) headset will debut in October near its annual Connect event, Company Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg told Joe Rogan in a podcast this week. On the Joe Rogan Experience, the executive said the new VR headset would host numerous updates and features to boost the device’s “social presence” capabilities. Additional […]
What is a Neural Network? Sophisticated Datasets and Data Models to Power the New Reality
As virtual reality (VR) worlds become more authentic, massive datasets are needed to develop environments, objects, and simulated actions to boost realism and immersion. One technology that can facilitate this is a neural network: an artificial intelligence (AI) model that replicates human perception and tasks. Understanding What is a Neural Network Neural networks are a […]
Brompton, PSCo Debut XR System at PLASA 2022
Brompton Technology recently revealed it had partnered with PSCo for the PLASA Show at London’s iconic Olympia venue to feature its new extended reality (XR) virtual production solution. Brompton and PSCo’s live XR entertainment stage will provide attendees of the event with a first-rate immersive experience complete with Absen LEDs, disguise media server, and Brompton’s […]
Essential XR Security and Privacy Events for Your Calendar in 2022
As the world of extended reality continues to evolve, and adoption spreads across the globe, countless companies are thinking carefully about their adoption plans. After all, while XR solutions can boost productivity, collaboration, and engagement in the workforce, they have their challenges. Implementing new technology also means considering the security, privacy, and compliance requirements of […]
Meta’s ‘Widely Viewed Content Report’ Once Again Shows That Users are Engaging with a Lot of Spam in the App
Meta’s latest ‘Widely Viewed Content Report’ for Facebook continues the trend of confounding results.
Google Makes Out of Home Inventory Available in Display and Video 360 Campaigns
A new consideration for your Google ad campaigns.
Google Updates Digital Backgrounds for Google Meet, Making Them Less Susceptible to Movement
The update will make your Google Meet backgrounds more stable, and less prone to ‘rips’ as you move on-screen.
Instagram Updates its Teen Safety Tools to Further Limit Potentially Harmful Exposure in the App
The updates will offer more protection for younger users in the app.
Zuckerberg’s Meta Avatars Graphics Tease Was Concept Tech Art
The Meta Avatars graphics update Mark Zuckerberg teased was concept tech art, a now-deleted LinkedIn post reveals.
Steam Deck User Interface Coming To VR
Valve is bringing the Steam Deck’s user interface to VR headsets.
Resident Evil 8 Playable On PSVR 2 At Tokyo Game Show
Resident Evil 8 will be playable on PSVR 2 at the Tokyo Game Show next month.
Biomedical Research, Spacewalk Preps Wrap Week on Station
Biomedical research topped the science schedule for the Expedition 67 crew members at the end of the week. Meanwhile, the International Space Station is ramping up for another spacewalk to configure its third robotic arm. An astronaut’s skin experiences accelerated aging in microgravity and scientists are exploring if the space-caused molecular processes affect the way …
Vuzix Opens Blade 2 Smart Glasses Sales
Smart glasses and augmented reality (AR) solutions giant Vuzix Corporation announced on Wednesday its Blade 2 smart glasses, which follows two successful iterations of its Blade solution. The device provides a roster of features for remote and connected workers and feature Qualcomm quad-core ARM chips running Android 11 to support enterprise applications. It will also […]
UPWorlds, XR Bootcamp Back Upskilling for Future Coders
The ongoing global tech skills challenge poses a significant obstacle to the continued development of new technologies, extended reality (XR) innovation, and sufficient human resources for targeted plans for both startups and global tech giants. Sonya Seddarasan, Founder of UPWorlds joined Ferhan Ozkan and Rahel Demant, Co-Founders of XR Bootcamp, for a round table discussion […]
The Hottest XR Privacy and Security Trends in 2022
The landscape for extended reality is evolving at an incredible rate. By 2024, some studies indicate this diverse space could be worth as much as $300 billion. It’s not just consumers with a love of VR gaming accelerating the growth of XR, but companies and enterprises too. Countless brands are now embracing Extended Reality as […]