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The Auggie Awards 2021

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The Auggie Awards are a highlight event at AWE. The main ceremony took place last Wednesday evening, but the awards for Best in Show VR, Best in Show AR, and the Awesome Award were awarded at the AWE closing ceremony on Thursday.

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XR Education in 2021

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The year 2021 has seen a number of these products and services adopted in major ways by educational institutions that do offer diplomas. See Also: Highlights, Trends, and Announcements From iLRN 2021. VR is for games and AR is for industry, right?

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Happy XR Winter Holidays 2021!

The Ghost Howls

That old man is up to something for sure… Jokes apart, it’s the time of the year where I also think about what I personally did in 2021. The post Happy XR Winter Holidays 2021! It’s that time of the year again where I wish you great Winter Holidays!

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My predictions for virtual reality in 2021

The Ghost Howls

The global pandemic has changed the rules for everything, and the situation is so confusing and so rapidly evolving that any prediction for 2021 is completely unreliable, too. 2021 won’t be the year of VR. Well, let’s be honest, this won’t happen in 2021, either.

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How Digital Transformation will Bend the Curve of the Linear Economy Toward the Circular

Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Carbon Zero, Circular Economy, is easily the most profoundly important result of digital transformation. Industry 4.0 has a massively cumulative impact on dematerialization (in all forms) and resultant decarbonization (both emissions and embodied) throughout the economy. Join panelists Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Jimmy Jia, Fabienne Durand, and their moderator Roger Strukhoff as they discuss how bending the carbon/GHG heavy linear economy to the circular is one of the hidden benefits of digital disruption.

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Black Friday 2021 Deal Roundup – VR Headsets & Games

Road to VR

Here’s our concise roundup of Black Friday 2021 VR headset sales and VR game sales. Black Friday 2021 VR Headset Sales. This applies to both Quest 2 (128GB) and Quest 2 (256GB) Here’s the breakdown: Quest 2 (128GB) Black Friday 2021 Sale.

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My predictions for augmented reality in 2021

The Ghost Howls

Two days ago, I’ve given you my predictions for virtual reality in 2021 (read it, in case you missed it). 2021 is going to be an interesting year for AR. We're excited to develop more innovative effects in 2021! But AR in 2021 won’t only be about creativity.

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Cannes XR 2021 – Your Guide To The Virtual Exhibition

VRScout

As previously stated, this is just a tiny sampling of the full catalog of VR experiences available as part of Cannes XR 2021. VRScout is a 2021 media partner for Cannes XR – Marché du Film*. The post Cannes XR 2021 – Your Guide To The Virtual Exhibition appeared first on VRScout.

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Discover The Virtual Burning Man 2021

The Ghost Howls

This year, in exactly one month from now, there will be the 2021 edition of the Virtual Burning Man and I’ve got the amazing opportunity to talk with the organizers about it. The post Discover The Virtual Burning Man 2021 appeared first on The Ghost Howls.

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Here Are The Nominees For The 2021 VR Awards

VRScout

The post Here Are The Nominees For The 2021 VR Awards appeared first on VRScout. News 2021 VR Awards Academy of International Extended Reality International VR Awards VR FIlms vr gaming

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AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities

Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

Join our amazing panelists, Nik Gowing, Founder at Thinking the Unthinkable and International Broadcaster; Brenda Laurel, PhD, Principal, Neogaian Interactive; Sheridan Tatsuno, Principal, Dreamscape Global; Archie Kasnet, CEO, Regenerative; and Bruce Armstrong Taylor, The Climate 4.0 Project, to discuss how today's AR/VR and related AI-enabled technologies can be effectively applied, using data from such sources as NASA and NOAA, to both improve and accelerate urban sustainability planning and design.

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Venice VR Expanded Announces 2021 Lineup

VRScout

The 2021 Venice Film Festival is set to kick off this September, bringing with it yet another diverse collection of groundbreaking projects from some of the most creative minds in the field. SURREAL HAZARD SXSW XR 2021 THE DEVOURING THE EDGE THE FORT THE HALLWYL MUSEUM THE JUNKYARD?

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Road to VR’s 2021 Game of the Year Awards

Road to VR

This year has been all about getting back to business though, so in that spirit we present our 2021 Game of the Year Awards without further delay: After the Fall. Release Date: December 9th, 2021. Release Date: October 7th, 2021. Release Date: August 24th, 2021.

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Our Favorite VR Game Announcements From E3 2021

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It looks like we’ll have to wait until the games launch in Q3 2021 to find out more. The post Our Favorite VR Game Announcements From E3 2021 appeared first on VRScout. The Upload VR Showcase returns with new information on 18 killer VR games.

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The 2021 Venice Film Festival Invades ‘VRChat’

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Venice VR Expanded 2021 features 37 immersive projects in total: 23 projects in the “Competition” catergory (including 24 world premiers). The post The 2021 Venice Film Festival Invades ‘VRChat’ appeared first on VRScout.

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How to Train Employees 65% Faster With Virtual Reality

With a rapidly changing economy, Avangrid Renewables looked to virtual reality to develop a standardized form of immersive training in order to onboard and upskill technicians faster than ever before.

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AWE 2021 Returns With In-person Conference Planned for November

Road to VR

The post AWE 2021 Returns With In-person Conference Planned for November appeared first on Road to VR. News VR Event Awe awe 2021 awe 2021 date awe 2021 in person awe 2021 location awe 2021 virtual

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AR Apps With Artificial Intelligence in 2021

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In this guide, we review some AR apps with AI in 2021. In 2021, new apps and technologies are using these features to create some unique and fun experiences.

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Free VR Games For The Oculus Quest 2 – 2021 Edition!

VRScout

The post Free VR Games For The Oculus Quest 2 – 2021 Edition! News Cards & Tankards Facebook Free VR Games Free VR Games 2021 Gorilla Tag Marathrun Oculus Oculus Quest Oculus Quest 2 Real Commodore 64 – Virtually Touring Karts

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The best AR and VR news from CES 2021

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I guess we’ll discover this in Mid 2021 when these glasses will launch. Rendering of the 2021 version of the Panasonic VR glasses (Image by Panasonic). The French startup has presented at CES 2021 the latest evolution of its robot Reachy , and it is incredibly cute.

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8 Augmented Reality Trends in 2021

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With many different devices coming up in 2021, the year is seeing AR smart glasses become more widely available. See Also: AR Apps With Artificial Intelligence in 2021. The concept of augmented reality is no longer new.

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AR Insider’s Top 21 of 2021

AR Insider

What were the biggest spatial computing trends and events in 2021? We break down the top 21 articles of 2021. The post AR Insider’s Top 21 of 2021 appeared first on AR Insider. A cross-section of the year’s activity can also be seen in the most popular AR Insider posts.

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Your Guide To Sundance 2021 In VR: What, Where, How To Access

VRScout

This Thursday marks the start of the 2021 Sundance International Film Festival , a seven-day celebration of independent filmmaking, emerging storytellers, and new media projects. The 2021 Sundance Film Festival runs from January 28th to February 4th.

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Unpacking Connect 2021 – What it Means for the Metaverse of the Future

Road to VR

We’re just one week past the Connect 2021 event where Meta (formerly Facebook) laid out its grand vision for both XR and the metaverse, including rebranding its entire company around the concept. Facebook Connect 2021 Meta News ben lang facebook connect 2021 meta voices of vr

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The Oculus Quest 2 Is One Of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2021

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American talk show host and living legend, Oprah Winfrey, has returned with her highly-anticipated holiday gift guide, Oprah’s Favorite Things, offering shoppers a highly-curated list of her favorite products from 2021. News Facebook Holiday 2021 Meta Oculus Quest 2

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AWE 2021: Hands-on Lynx-R1 mixed reality headset

The Ghost Howls

At AWE 2021 I have finally been able to try the Lynx-R1 headset and meet its creator Stan Larroque. The post AWE 2021: Hands-on Lynx-R1 mixed reality headset appeared first on The Ghost Howls.

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Rumor: Apple Will Debut AR Headset & Tracker In 2021

VRScout

The post Rumor: Apple Will Debut AR Headset & Tracker In 2021 appeared first on VRScout. Veteran analyst Ming-Chi Kuo returns with fresh predictions for the new year.

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5 VR Games You Should Play in 2021

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See Also: XRA and Perkins Coie Release 2021 XR Industry Survey. The title included in our top VR games of 2021 aims to offer the player a highly detailed and immersive experience of the Tamriel world. See Also: The Best Upcoming VR Games in 2021.

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5 Free VR Games On Oculus Quest 2 – November 2021

VRScout

The post 5 Free VR Games On Oculus Quest 2 – November 2021 appeared first on VRScout. Watch YouTube with friends, mix your favorite music, or go head-to-head in a variety of classic board games. Another month, another round of free games and apps for the Oculus (Meta) Quest 2.

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Vivecon 2021 Scheduled For May, New Headset Teased

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pic.twitter.com/02OMyZ3daR — HTC VIVE (@htcvive) April 12, 2021. Taking place May 11th through the 12th, Vivecon 2021 will be conducted remotely, according to a somewhat vague response by HTC. The post Vivecon 2021 Scheduled For May, New Headset Teased appeared first on VRScout.

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Best AR/VR Certifications to Kickstart Your Career in 2021

ARPost

For many of our readers, AR and VR are not just personal interests. They want to learn how to create immersive experiences and enjoy a rewarding career in this industry. We are here to offer helpful advice and information to anyone – business people, gamers, developers, and content creators.

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Top XR Events in 2021 That Should Be on Your Must-Attend List

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After a year that turned our lives upside down, the world is slowly going back to normal – proven, among others, by a large number of XR events in 2021. XR Events in 2021 – Celebrating the Industry that Made Lockdown Bearable. Our Top Recommendations: Must Attend XR Events in 2021.

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‘Medal Of Honor: Above And Beyond’ Makes History At 2021 Oscars

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Developer Respawn Entertainment made history during last night’s 2021 Academy Awards after a short film included as part of its VR WWII shooter Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond took home the award for Best Documentary (Short Subject).

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Highlights From the 2021 Snap Partner Summit

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Snap, the company behind Snapchat, Spectacles, and more, held their annual Partner Summit online this Thursday, May 20. The event was full of announcements, releases, updates, and launches. Even focusing just on the AR content, there was a lot to unpack.

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2021 Burning Man: A Virtual Reality Experience Is Coming Your Way

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There are six licensed worlds of 2021 Virtual Burning Man : BRCvr, Build-A-Burn, Burn Week: Global Live Stream, Dusty Multiverse, BURN2, Infinite Playa, and SparkleVerse. The annual Burning Man event has been canceled for the second year in a row due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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Highlights and News From Snap’s Lens Fest 2021

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It’s hard to believe it, but it has been a year since Lens Fest 2020. This annual event is when Snap reaches out to the developer community. That includes Snapchat lens creators as well as those who create experiences for other apps and websites using Snap’s camera API, camera kit.

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AWE 2021: Hands-on with Holoride and its automotive VR fun

The Ghost Howls

pic.twitter.com/cG2cLQ8RbO — e- (@eminus) November 9, 2021. The post AWE 2021: Hands-on with Holoride and its automotive VR fun appeared first on The Ghost Howls. Yesterday was my last day at AWE.