Road to VR

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Yesterday at Mobile World Congress, Microsoft unveiled HoloLens 2, the company’s next iteration of its enterprise-focused standalone AR headset. Microsoft’s Julia Schwarz demoing on-stage, Image courtesy Microsoft. The short answer: yes. For a split second my attention drew to a slight breeze in the room.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

DECEMBER 1, 2023

We’re already seeing aspects of spatial computing emerge in everything from collaborative platforms like Microsoft Teams to smartphones. Increased interest in spatial computing is leading to the development of more advanced sensors for hand/eye tracking and IoT connectivity. With a projected value of $544.6

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MAY 12, 2024

These take full advantage of the device’s unique capabilities, leveraging features like spatial tracking and hand/eye tracking. My favorite options so far are the Zoom app for the Vision Pro , with integrated spatial video, and 3D object sharing, and the Microsoft Teams app.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

At the same time, major workplace application developers Microsoft debuted its follow-up to Altspace VR and Immersed debuted an MR headset which could rival the biggest names on the market. The new XR collaboration platform replaces Microsoft’s predecessor, AltspaceVR, and will debut in October as a public preview.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

For instance, Microsoft has dedicated USB chargers for its HoloLens 2, while other vendors offer comprehensive charging stations. Haptic Gloves and Wearables The hype around haptic technologies , capable of simulating physical sensations for XR users, has died down somewhat in recent years. Others are more advanced.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MAY 24, 2024

The Best VR Headset for PC: Understanding Tethered Headsets Today’s VR headsets range from VR/AR headsets to solutions with mixed reality capabilities, haptic feedback controllers, and spatial computing systems. This could mean you can access crucial business tools, from CAD software to Microsoft Teams’ Immersive Spaces.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

We’re already seeing aspects of spatial computing emerge in everything from collaborative platforms like Microsoft Teams to smartphones. Increased interest in spatial computing is leading to the development of more advanced sensors for hand/eye tracking and IoT connectivity. With a projected value of $544.6

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 16, 2022

It’s good news by the way that there is continuous IPD adjustment (and with a wider range than before) and that thanks to eye tracking sensors, the headset can tell you if you have positioned it well on your head. There is also an eye-relief dial, so you can put the lenses very close to your eyes, for added field of view.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

APRIL 8, 2024

Innovators like Apple, Meta, Microsoft, and Varjo have revolutionized the space, showing how flexible, versatile, and powerful mixed reality can be. The Microsoft HoloLens 2 has its industrial edition and a headset designed in collaboration with Trimble for the construction space.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JULY 15, 2022

With eye and hand tracking, it’s possible to immerse users in extended reality experiences like never before, unlocking more convenient interactions. The question is, how do you choose the right hand and eye tracking technology vendor? However, some eye tracking will be a lot more advanced than others.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Plus, they have haptic feedback capabilities, though they’re less advanced than those on the Meta Quest Pro. This could be a good option for people who want to dive into virtual reality for meetings, particularly as companies like Microsoft introduce new “ Immersive Spaces ” for Teams.

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XR for Business Podcast

JULY 22, 2019

From headsets to haptic suits, there is going to be a lot of accessories and apparel in XR to chose from, including some that expand senses you didn’t even know were XR-compatible. You’ve got things like haptic suits, haptic gloves. Let’s start at something crazy; haptic suits.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 19, 2024

Compared to Meta’s Quest 2 controllers, with their tracking rings, the Meta Quest Touch Pro controllers (and stylus tips) are a vast improvement. They also feature advanced TruTouch Haptics for better feedback when interacting with digital objects. It ensures the headset can operate up to 50% faster than the Quest 2.

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XR Today - VR Headsets tag

MAY 24, 2022

Importantly, this is not their only offering as they also power a full-body haptics suit in partnership with TESLASUIT. As a result, users have the option to leverage the futuristic headset alongside an equally next-gen haptics-based full-body controller for an ultra-immersive experience. Precise eye-tracking.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

APRIL 9, 2024

However, the success of innovative new headsets, like the Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest 3 , and the Microsoft HoloLens 2, is driving increased adoption of MR. Suddenly, everyone wants to compare mixed reality headsets and embed them into their workflows. Most MR headsets also include sensors and inside-out tracking capabilities.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Apple, Sony, Microsoft, and countless other vendors in the technology space are now investing heavily on the concept of “spatial audio”. For instance, haptic feedback is becoming a commonplace tool for some XR innovations attempting to help users engage with virtual content like never before. Wellbeing and Inclusivity.

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XR for Business Podcast

JULY 22, 2019

From headsets to haptic suits, there is going to be a lot of accessories and apparel in XR to chose from, including some that expand senses you didn't even know were XR-compatible. You've got things like haptic suits, haptic gloves. Let's start at something crazy; haptic suits. You can have haptic feedback.

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XR for Business Podcast

JULY 22, 2019

From headsets to haptic suits, there is going to be a lot of accessories and apparel in XR to chose from, including some that expand senses you didn’t even know were XR-compatible. You’ve got things like haptic suits, haptic gloves. Let’s start at something crazy; haptic suits.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This is where headsets, haptic feedback tools, cameras, and microphones come in. Tools like the Apple Vision Pro, combined with a collaboration tool like Microsoft Teams, link the real world to digital content. Some organizations focus heavily on hand tracking. However, there are many different use cases for spatial computing.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Inward-facing cameras for enhanced hand, face, and eye-tracking. TruTouch haptics to interact with virtual content. The headset currently retails for £1,499 and offers a trove of upgraded features compared to the Quest 2 for enhanced productivity, avatar building, hand and eye-tracking, and cross-compatible integrations.

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Upload VR

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Microsoft briefly showed interest for Xbox , while Nintendo’s Labo VR efforts barely count. PSVR 2 System Pricing & Overall Package For a launch price of $550, PSVR 2 offers some impressive specifications: an OLED display; eye-tracking; adaptive triggers; haptic feedback in both the controllers and headset; and more.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 27, 2023

Users benefit from a streamlined and lightweight form factor, crisp visuals, and self-tracking controllers with access to haptic feedback capabilities. The brand also has a range of peripherals and accessories on offer, including gloves with haptic feedback capabilities.

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The Ghost Howls

AUGUST 3, 2020

Some time ago, the most important companies of the XR ecosystem (HTC, Oculus, Microsoft, etc…) joined the Khronos Group to discuss a standard to end the fragmentation of the XR space. An eye-tracking accessory built for Vive should work with Rift as well, and so on. Microsoft Flight Simulator is adding VR support, but….

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

New info on Microsoft abandoning the Hololens 3. Last week we all heard the news about Microsoft abandoning the HoloLens 3, and the denial of it by Alex Kipman and Microsoft itself. Emerge is a new XR haptic device. We are not supporting eye tracking or biometrics for this closed beta. See you there.

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JANUARY 12, 2024

For instance, the Meta Quest 3 comes with virtual keyboards and similar tools that are ideal for use with collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams. You might even want to look for headsets that support adding haptic tools , like gloves and body suits.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MAY 10, 2023

Although, an emerging presence in the development space is hand and eye tracking. AR/VR/MR headsets are increasingly equipped with hand and eye tracking technology. Previously, commercial XR devices like the Meta Quest had experimented with hand-tracking features which improved as the device matured.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 31, 2023

AI allows users to interact with the hardware and software in the XR landscape more effectively and paves the way for everything from gesture control to haptic feedback. For instance, NVIDIA updated its AI-powered Broadcast product recently to feature new innovative eye-tracking capabilities.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 1, 2024

Renowned for its ingenuity, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with its rich tech ecosystem, namely amid increasing competition with Microsoft. The brand also has a range of peripherals and accessories, including gloves with haptic feedback capabilities.

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The Ghost Howls

JULY 21, 2019

The most interesting one regards the correlation between the sense of haptics and the other senses perceived by the human body. When you touch an object in VR, you must feel the related haptics, hear an associated sound and see your virtual fingers touching the objects. More info (Latency in haptic gloves) More info (Tasbi).

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 3, 2023

Although, an emerging presence in the development space is hand and eye tracking. AR/VR/MR headsets are increasingly equipped with hand and eye tracking technology. Previously, commercial XR devices like the Meta Quest had experimented with hand-tracking features which improved as the device matured.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 19, 2021

A piece of very interesting news about this headset, which has been reported by few people, is that the Chinese company 7Invensun has already developed an eye-tracking module for it, making Vive Flow even more interesting for enterprise uses. Or some haptic accessories?). Other relevant news. Image by Magic Leap).

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The Ghost Howls

JULY 27, 2020

It is clear that it is not a Quest 2, since it doesn’t feature mind-blowing features like big FOV or eye-tracking or full-fingers controllers, so it is something like a Quest S. Its 1,600 × 1,600 LCD display per-eye, together with eye tracking and 5G make me dream of great experimentations, especially in the enterprise sector.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 10, 2022

My favorite ones have been: Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed that the next PSVR headset will be called PSVR 2 and will feature 2K x 2K per eye, up to 120 Hz framerate, and 110° FOV. It will be the first consumer headset with eye-tracking and foveated rendering, and also the first one to feature haptics directly on the headset.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

APRIL 19, 2024

It’s one of the most powerful devices I’ve ever used, with exceptional multi-tasking capabilities, hand and eye-tracking, and phenomenal visual fidelity. Controllers and Hand/Eye Tracking Functionality One major difference between the extended reality experiences offered by Apple and Meta is the way they approach controls.

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Road to VR

JULY 31, 2023

Instead, Vision Pro is focusing on eye-tracking and hand-tracking as primary input methods, with support for traditional peripherals like keyboards and mice and gamepads filling in the gaps for work and traditional flatscreen gaming.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 4, 2022

edge detection); Eye-tracking sensors (accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer); A battery system ; A 5Ghz radio communication antenna to make the lens communicate with an external unit; An ARM0 processor , that acts as a “traffic cop” for the data. This proves the value of eye-tracking and its implementation inside PSVR 2.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 10, 2021

Dubbed Pico Neo 3 Pro, the headset is going to cost $699, and its Pico Neo 3 Pro Eye variant, featuring eye-tracking by Tobii, is going to cost $899. They [Microsoft] did this same s**t with HoloLens.”. In Russia, the haptic chair is you Funny link. In the West, it will be sold only as an enterprise device.

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