Bose Home Speaker 500 review: Smart and stylish, with super sound
Digital Trends
JULY 2, 2020
$300 might be a lot to pay for a wireless smart speaker, but the Bose home Speaker 500 justifies every penny.
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Digital Trends
JULY 2, 2020
$300 might be a lot to pay for a wireless smart speaker, but the Bose home Speaker 500 justifies every penny.
Mashable VR
JUNE 28, 2022
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ARPost
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Further, we have a hands-on review from a long-awaited trial of the Nreal Air in action. Nreal Air is a lighter-weight model than the Nreal Light , a full-force AR smart glasses product. A Hands-On Review of Nreal Air. This time I got to spend some meaningful time with the product in my own home entirely unsupervised.
The Ghost Howls
JANUARY 4, 2021
Because of the pandemic, many people have been forced to celebrate New Year’s Eve at home skipping the usual rituals of the home party with friends or the big celebrations in a public plaza. On the product website, there is also mention of integrated microphones and speakers. (Image by VRrOOm).
The Ghost Howls
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
First reviews of the HP Reverb G2 highlight non-optimal tracking. The first units of HP Reverb G2 are being shipped , and we can so start reading the first impressions on the device by the first users and reviewers (journalists, YouTubers, etc…). And now here you are the best XR news of the week to keep you informed…. Image by HP).
The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 16, 2021
Finally, I can tell you everything you need to know about the Pico Neo 3 Pro in this long and detailed review! Well, let’s discover the answers to all these questions in today’s review. Pico Neo 3 Pro Video Review. Pico Neo 3 Pro. But is it really that good? Can it really compete with the Quest? This is amazing.
Mashable VR
MAY 30, 2022
The Babbit — a new wireless speaker now available in North America — falls into the final category. The Babbit is a speaker that can play music and audio content via Bluetooth or locally via a USB stick. You can control the speaker either with a connected mobile device or with NFC-enabled cards and stickers.
The Ghost Howls
APRIL 27, 2020
Anyway, I’m very busy at home, and I’m working on a new secret project with the startup Beyond The Gate. I’ve read amazing online reviews, that talked about how this was a fantastic event. So, even if someone may like to have a Quest to stay fit at home, probably he won’t buy it because he has to spare money to eat and pay the rent.
The Ghost Howls
MARCH 16, 2020
Another week closed at home, sending big hugs to all of you VR enthusiasts of the world. The good news of the week is that I’ve been selected as one of the speakers at AWE USA 2020 ! MRTV has reviewed the Pimax Artisan. EyeRide wants to offer smart vision to motorcyclists. Top news of the week. Image by Magic Leap).
XR Today - Mixed Reality tag
DECEMBER 18, 2023
This week, during an online speaker session, which included XR end-users and solutions providers, The VRAR Association (The VRARA) spoke on the real-world effectiveness of Meta’s recently launched business-ready headset management service. Meta is an openly consumer-first XR solutions provider.
EnterpriseWear
JANUARY 10, 2019
In addition, 2018 saw a number of relatively normal-looking smart glasses hit the market, including Focals by North and Vuzix Blade, which make a far stronger case than Google Glass did in 2013 for putting our smartphones (and AI assistants) on our faces. Why should any of this matter to enterprises? I don’t think so.
VRScout
MARCH 14, 2017
If those two announcements weren’t enough, Facebook has also rolled out Oculus Voice, which lets English speakers perform voice searches, and you can now watch 360 videos together with your friends in Oculus Rooms and create Oculus Events so that you can enter VR experiences together with your friends. HOLOLENS GOES EUROPEAN.
The Ghost Howls
MARCH 27, 2020
I am now ready to write you a full review of this game. Before you start: it is impossible to write an article absolutely spoiler-free, but this review will feature just little spoilers , so it won’t ruin at all your surprise in playing the game, especially for what concerns the plot. Have I changed my opinion? User Interface.
The Ghost Howls
NOVEMBER 17, 2019
It should be something for home usage, maybe also something that professionals could use for creative work. Reviews are mixed: while some effects are cool, the device has some usability problems and has still to prove its utility. More info (Spectacles 3 on sale) More info (Spectacles 3 review) More info (Spectacles 4 rumored).
XR Today - Augmented Reality tag
JANUARY 26, 2024
The Solos AirGo 3 specs are some of the most exciting new smart glasses to emerge in the immersive marketplace. While virtual and mixed reality headsets, like the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3 earned most of the attention last year, 2024 is emerging as the year of the smart glasses.
Road to VR
MAY 1, 2018
Oculus Go Review Summary. Thankfully Go includes stereo speakers hidden in the headstrap which offer decent enough audio to keep you from bothering with headphones in most cases. – – — – – Oculus Go In-depth Review. But does it go above and beyond Gear VR? Read on to find out. Photo by Road to VR.
The Ghost Howls
FEBRUARY 26, 2022
Today I perform a dive in my past and I review the Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2! Disclaimer: this review has been made in collaboration with VR Expert , which sells and lends XR devices in Europe and has sent me a unit for free, but it is not a paid article). Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 Video Review. Specifications.
The Ghost Howls
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Audio input/output : Built-in microphones, built-in speakers, 3.5mm stereo audio jack. So I would expect some more news, some more pictures or videos… maybe even some early reviews, but of course no full specs or something like that. Oculus Home 2.0 Adjustable IPD : Supported. Processor : Qualcomm Snapdragon 835.
The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 5, 2020
All of this in addition to all the amazing features of the Reverb G2 , that is high resolution (2K*2K per eye), great comfort, and exceptional off-the-ear speakers. Some smart Redditors have found a way to somewhat using these cameras to use the Index as an AR headset. The look is much cooler and reminds a bit of the Lynx R-1.
The Ghost Howls
JULY 18, 2020
The time has come for me to review the Pico Neo 2 Eye , the Chinese competitor of the Oculus Quest (that has been kindly sent to me from Pico)! Pico Neo 2 Eye Video Review. And for this reason, your favorite ghost has prepared a nice review video for you! Enjoy it here below! Specifications. The rotating fitting knob.
The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 19, 2021
Framerate : 75Hz FOV : 100 degrees Weight : 189g Audio : integrated speakers and microphone; support for Bluetooth headphones Connectivity : Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C. Reviews follow a similar route: first testers say that the headset is comfortable, but the use case has to be proven, and the same holds for the price.
The Ghost Howls
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
All the reviewers are amazed. Coming in May 2021 , with first units sents to reviewers in January 2021, because the product is almost ready. This week I have learned two new things: that there are out there shoes with speakers in their soles and that this kind of shoes can increase immersion for VR users. Other relevant news.
The Ghost Howls
JANUARY 11, 2022
And there are also no reviews available about it. These glasses look like standard glasses, but feature full-color waveguides and integrated speakers. For instance, the remote assistance for business settings has become remote assistance to fix home appliances. These glasses should launch later this year. Further references.
The Ghost Howls
JULY 5, 2018
I realized that I never wrote a comprehensive review of this device and so I’m here today to remedy this error of mine. The interiors of the headset feature a leatherette face mask , two lenses, the sensor to detect if the headset is worn or not and two speakers for the integrated audio. The home menu of the Vive Focus.
The Ghost Howls
MAY 13, 2021
We dive in on how to design and launch a game based on a movie, both for in-home and out-of-home entertainment. When I read the reviews on the Quest Store and there are people that say that they were fans of the movie, tried the game, and found it better than they expected, that is so satisfying. That’s our goal.
The Ghost Howls
JANUARY 22, 2021
So I expect a big explosion of try-before-you-buy solutions , for makeup, shoes, jewelry, glasses, home appliances, furniture, and whatever object may come to your mind. AR will be implemented in everything that can be able to connect a brand to a person at home. Filters will be also used for marketing, to promote brands and products.
The Ghost Howls
MARCH 9, 2020
The govt has closed schools, universities, cinemas all over the country and it is advising everyone to stay at home and not to gather with other people. I hate working from home, but it’s what I’m doing 90% of the time now, going to the office only when strictly necessary, because everyone has to do his/her part not to spread the disease.
The Ghost Howls
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
After a long wait, finally, the Vive Focus is ready to exit from its home country. Audio input/output : Built-in microphones, built-in speakers (that is, integrated audio), 3.5mm stereo audio jack. You will be able to finally buy it in Europe and North America for $599, from the dedicated page on the HTC website. HTC Vive Focus Specs.
Digital Trends
JUNE 30, 2020
We tested out the new Nest Mini to see how it stacks up against the rest of the pint-sized smart speaker pack.
Digital Trends
JUNE 1, 2022
Sonos Voice Control is the company's homegrown voice AI for full control of a Sonos system, no hands or app needed. Does it go far enough?
Mashable VR
JUNE 12, 2022
The unit, which resembles a smart speaker with chic curved edges , isn't necessarily smaller than your typical AC, but it is way easier to install. The Amazon description says "Ideal for parties and home discos." The Glow Cube is one popular pick with lots of color options and few reviews about leaking. Disco balls.
Road to VR
JUNE 28, 2019
Read on for our full Valve Index review to learn if this headset is for you. As usual, we’ll start up top with a high level review summary followed up with an in-depth review further down. Note: this review is an expansion and refinement of our previous in-depth preview, so some of the text may be familiar]. Ergonomics.
The Ghost Howls
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
ATTENTION: THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE. I’m not a smart man [cit. The point is: living some bad experience from the comfort of your home for 30 minutes is not like living a whole life of psychosis, or racism attacks, or physical pain, or whatever unease condition. Here you are my impressions of it.
Digital Trends
APRIL 6, 2021
With an incredible array of features and ultra-portability, the Roam is going to win Sonos a lot of new fans.
Digital Trends
JUNE 17, 2020
Don't dismiss the conveniences that the Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) with Clock brings to the table.
Mashable VR
APRIL 18, 2022
A smaller "Home" button is set into the top right corner, just below one of those donut screws. There's also a brushed metal button on the top edge that wakes up your Playdate when you press it twice, a smart battery-saving feature for a device that's perfectly sized for pocket storage. You won't have them all on day one, however.
XR for Business Podcast
MAY 13, 2019
XR consultant, columnist, speaker, and author, Mr. Charlie Fink. The workers can take a picture of their work when they’re done, so that if a mistake is found, the picture could be reviewed, or their picture could be reviewed in real time. Alan: So smart. Join Forbes columnist and author Charlie Fink to find out!
XR for Business Podcast
MAY 13, 2019
XR consultant, columnist, speaker, and author, Mr. Charlie Fink. The workers can take a picture of their work when they’re done, so that if a mistake is found, the picture could be reviewed, or their picture could be reviewed in real time. Alan: So smart. Join Forbes columnist and author Charlie Fink to find out!
The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 28, 2018
During the talk of the National Film Board of Canada at View Conference 2018 , the speakers Eloi Champagne and Martin Viau talked about one of the experiences they have developed, called Museum of Symmetry , that was like a cartoon in virtual reality. Don't have a #VR set at home? No problem! It's FREE to experience until Oct.
The Ghost Howls
AUGUST 4, 2019
Magic Leap’s Undersea was short for people trying it at the exhibition but was far better for who experienced it at home. Registrations for Oculus Connect 6 are now open , and you can register as an attendant, a speaker, or part of the press. American startup Human Capable wants to offer smart glasses to consumers.
The Ghost Howls
MAY 13, 2020
After the first meeting, I had a second one some days ago to review the features of the new version of Spatial that is launching today. Spatial hands-on video review! At home, where I have a mediocre internet connection, the compression is evident. Smart brainstorming. Are you a fan of my Youtube videos?
The Ghost Howls
JUNE 8, 2018
On the web, I’ve read reviews that praised the Oculus Go as the device that will make VR mainstream and other ones that described it as a useless cheap device. That’s great: in my Home, I immediately saw 2-3 experiences that were awesome for my tastes and I started downloading them. So, where is the truth? The reason?
The Ghost Howls
SEPTEMBER 29, 2018
The Quest features high-quality integrated audio , meaning that you won’t need to wear earphones to hear the sounds in VR, but you will listen directly to it thanks to speakers integrated in the lateral parts of the device. During the confusion of the event, people could hear the audio well, so the speakers have great quality and power.
The Ghost Howls
JANUARY 14, 2019
Together with this, there has also been the announcement of Vive Reality System, that will be the home space of all Vive users. It will be something similar to the new Oculus Home. Sorry @rikardsteiber @AGraylin #MLB #VR home run derby got the best of me! The RealMax Qian is very interesting and the reviews are quite positive.
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