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Things People Ask You as a Writer Covering XR Technology

ARPost

XR technology is a fascinating world to live and work in. When you write about XR and emerging technology, people ask a lot of questions; some more often than others. If you work in XR technology, these are the questions that are really on the minds of people on the street. What Is XR Technology? What Is AR?

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Verizon Acquires Jaunt XR’s Augmented Reality Tech

Road to VR

Jaunt, the cinematic VR company that pivoted to AR last year, today announced it has sold its software, technology, and “certain other assets” to American telecom Verizon. ” “We are thrilled with Verizon’s acquisition of Jaunt’s technology,” said Jaunt XR CEO Mitzi Reaugh in a press statement.

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Expert View: Immersive Technology Investment Boosting Creativity

Tech Trends VR

The UK attracts some of the best global talent and has a strong culture of entrepreneurship leading it to be viewed as one of Europe’s technology hubs. The growth in VR/AR sector is set to increase following a new deal between the UK Government and the Creative Industries Council (CIC) to invest £33m in immersive technologies Click To Tweet.

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Native 360 Video Capture Comes to First Oculus Rift Game

VRScout

It’s a difficult task, one that Facebook recognizes as essential in the long-term acceptance of virtual and augmented reality technology. The post Native 360 Video Capture Comes to First Oculus Rift Game appeared first on VRScout. Dead and Buried is available now on the Oculus Store for $19.99.

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What F8 2017 Means for Mass Market Adoption of Immersive Technologies

VRScout

Now, let’s consider the key takeaways related to AR, VR and 360 ° content and review how they will influence the mass market adoption of those immersive technologies. Augmented Reality. At last year’s F8, the key focus was on Messenger and, to a certain extent, Live video. Impact on Consumers.

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Metaverse – Expectations vs Reality, Part 2: The Costs

ARPost

As co-owner of a small VR company, I find myself quite often obliged to disappoint people that think the metaverse and immersive technologies are cheap. This is an annoying topic for those of us who work with and on immersive technologies. Expectations and reality on the issue of costs diverge in an impressive way.

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‘Rose Colored’ is a Haunting Vision of Love in Augmented Reality

VRScout

wherein technology allows characters to question the nature of romantic relationships in heightened relief. Rose Colored is a story that posits the question that, as we allow technology into our life and affect our perception, what is going to happen?” ” said Cosco. So what’s next for Cosco and Rose Colored ?