XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 5, 2022

In the AEC environment, XR solutions are quickly becoming a critical part of the modern workflow. With virtual reality, companies can build models of projects in a digital landscape, and make it easier to interact with specialists from all over the world. There are even tools available with built-in hand and eye tracking.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 19, 2023

Blending VR and AI in the New World For example, the travel, tourism, and healthcare sectors have leveraged AI virtual assistants to guide people in virtual environments. Dubai’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) began including virtual and real assistants on its metaverse healthcare portal.

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ARVR

JANUARY 10, 2023

In the 1980s and 1990s, researchers and companies began to develop virtual reality systems that used headsets and gloves to immerse users in a computer-generated environment. Virtual reality and augmented reality technologies are being used for a wide range of applications, including gaming, education, training, and social interaction.

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Road to VR

JULY 17, 2018

Using an HTC Vive and a specially made controller, the ‘Holoroom Test Drive’ allows anyone timid around power tools to put on a VR headset to learn how to use the tools in a safe virtual space. Lowe’s Innovation Labs uses AR and VR to try and break down that barrier to allow customers to start their own projects.

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ARPost

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Virtual reality is commonly associated with the gaming industry, as major companies like Meta, HTC, Sony, and others are creating VR-based video games , which typically appeal to a younger audience. Common Virtual Reality Applications Based on Age Group. How Children, Adults, and Seniors Benefit From VR.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

We talked with The Park Playground CEO Peter Vindevogel, who shared his thoughts on these myths and misconceptions, shedding light on virtual reality technology. Although gaming is certainly a great use case and example of what immersive VR experiences can deliver, the possibilities are endless,” said Vindevogel. until 2028.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Amazon today announced a new developer tool at its annual AWS re:Invent that aims to make creating web-based applications for VR/AR and traditional monitors even easier. ” The tool is entirely web-based which, just like the VR/AR applications it can generate, means there’s no extra software to install.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

APRIL 17, 2024

The platform’s immersive digital experiences enable new and experienced healthcare professionals to initiate repeatable immersive training scenarios on cadavers – powered by a “comprehensive library” of XR educational materials. Osso VR has recently launched its Healthcare XR training service for the Apple Vision Pro.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 26, 2023

The enterprise-optimised platform performs seamlessly on many AR/VR/MR devices from headset vendors such as HTC VIVE, Meta, and Microsoft, allowing firms to leverage XR for a range of use cases, including remote guidance, training, and repair solutions. trade shows and fairs), and employee onboarding.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

One of the areas where XR is seeing the most significant and rapid adoption, is in the world of education and training. Here, universities, schools, and training companies are embracing the experiential benefits of immersive XR technology to deliver lessons like never before. HTC Vive and Penn State.

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Hypergrid Business

APRIL 30, 2020

(Image courtesy HTC Vive.). Yesterday afternoon, I got a preview of the new HCT Vive Sync virtual meeting platform from HTC Vive, and it’s the best one I’ve seen yet — and I have seen a lot of these platforms. — HTC VIVE (@htcvive) April 30, 2020. Image courtesy HTC Vive.). VIVE Focus Plus.

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Peter Graham

JULY 15, 2019

There are a number of ways to create your own virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) app/videogame. Today, Charles River Analytics – a developer of intelligent systems solutions – has announced the launch of the Virtuoso Software Development Kit (VSDK), to aid speedy development of AR and VR experiences.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Meta says that some of its questioned firms reported that workers feel a significant increase in levels of immersion while working in a virtual environment. The Menlo Park-based firm also found that end-users experienced more natural digital conversations during virtual meetings.

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XR for Business Podcast

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The top of a wind turbine a hundred stories up from the ground is not the best place to be making mistakes, but making mistakes and learning from them is the whole point of on-the-job training. That’s why VR Vision Inc helps companies produce XR training modules, so trainees can make mistakes in a safe, controlled environment.

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XR for Business Podcast

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The top of a wind turbine a hundred stories up from the ground is not the best place to be making mistakes, but making mistakes and learning from them is the whole point of on-the-job training. That’s why VR Vision Inc helps companies produce XR training modules, so trainees can make mistakes in a safe, controlled environment.

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The Ghost Howls

JULY 27, 2020

IDC says that AR/VR is growing less because of the pandemics, but the outlook is great. As we had predicted months ago, actually the pandemics is having a double effect on AR and VR. IDC estimates a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in AR/VR spending of 76.9% Digital and virtual are the new way of providing events.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JANUARY 22, 2024

So, which companies are paving the way for the next generation of tracking? Here are just some of the vendors worth watching. Their headsets have led to multiple partnerships with major automotive, architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC), aerospace training, art and music, and defence firms.

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XR for Business Podcast

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The top of a wind turbine a hundred stories up from the ground is not the best place to be making mistakes, but making mistakes and learning from them is the whole point of on-the-job training. That's why VR Vision Inc helps companies produce XR training modules, so trainees can make mistakes in a safe, controlled environment.

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XR for Business Podcast

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The top of a wind turbine a hundred stories up from the ground is not the best place to be making mistakes, but making mistakes and learning from them is the whole point of on-the-job training. That’s why VR Vision Inc helps companies produce XR training modules, so trainees can make mistakes in a safe, controlled environment.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Via spatial audio, companies can create an immersive interactive environment where it’s possible to detect where sound is coming from in a 3-dimensional space. Spatial audio can enhance collaboration, improve training opportunities, and pave the way for new brand/consumer interactions.

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VRScout

AUGUST 21, 2016

You can enjoy the full audio recording below: In this week’s VRScout Report, we discuss Microsoft and Intel teaming up to influence the development of VR/AR with mixed reality headset Project Alloy. After a year of training, a diagnosis of complete paralysis was updated to partial paralysis. Whatever we’re calling it today.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 27, 2020

Then, we all applaud the fact that i t has pivoted to enterprise since the consumer market for AR glasses is simply not there: it is a wise choice. This is good and important, also because some competition in the AR ecosystem is necessary. So it may be that Oculus contributed to the success of HTC Vive’s room-scale technology.

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Hypergrid Business

DECEMBER 26, 2018

It is assumed that the cost of hardware and the complexity of production are the obstructions for the massive adoption of virtual reality. Virtual reality is an underestimated field that could bring changes to medical therapy, professional training, and life experiences for both consumers and business beyond videos and games.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 12, 2018

So he proposed to HTC to live 30 days in VR in a way that in these 30 days he could develop very cool things like AI bots and VR locomotion systems while being inside virtual reality with other people helping him remotely… and then share everything developed there to the community as open source software. Isn’t it cool?

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TechCrunch VR

MAY 31, 2023

Morton Helig’s 1962 patent describes a system that delivers a realistic simulation for potential work and military training purposes: There are increasing demands today for ways and means to teach and train individuals without actually subjecting the individuals to possible hazards of particular situations.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 31, 2019

I had the pleasure of participating to the “VR Visionaries” event in Kaohsiung and then I headed to Taipei to meet some XR companies (like HTC ) and people. In my visit, I tried a lot of AR/VR experiences , most of them just for few minutes. Now for the downsides (that are the reasons why CAVE systems are destined to die).

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XR for Business Podcast

JANUARY 6, 2020

Today we are speaking with Brian Kane from Magic Leap, about how the 3 billion dollar company plans to expand their offerings to the enterprise. We'll also talk about how VR and AR are being used in enterprise, and some exciting announcements. And let's stay on training for just a minute. Brian: Thank you so much, Alan.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This new standard is being rapidly adopted across the ecosystem by HTC, Microsoft, Varjo and dozens more, resulting in faster product development cycles and a flurry of new applications. This includes Medicalholodeck, a platform for medical collaboration and teamwork in virtual reality. XR Visual Ecosystem Flowchart.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MAY 10, 2023

AR/VR/MR headsets are increasingly equipped with hand and eye tracking technology. On the enterprise side, many AR headsets, from firms like RealWear and Microsoft, for on-site usage provide eye and hand-tracking features to optimize workplace operations and communications.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 3, 2023

AR/VR/MR headsets are increasingly equipped with hand and eye tracking technology. On the enterprise side, many AR headsets, from firms like RealWear and Microsoft, for on-site usage provide eye and hand-tracking features to optimize workplace operations and communications.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 19, 2019

A sought-after authority on interactive media industry, Carter has presented at every event around the world, including Casual Connect, the LA Games Conference, and the VR/AR Global Summit. Carter: I’d say the main thing is augmented and mixed reality are growing fast, but mainly in the enterprise space. Which still has its uses!

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 19, 2019

A sought-after authority on interactive media industry, Carter has presented at every event around the world, including Casual Connect, the LA Games Conference, and the VR/AR Global Summit. Carter: I’d say the main thing is augmented and mixed reality are growing fast, but mainly in the enterprise space. Which still has its uses!

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Hypergrid Business

JUNE 1, 2020

For the past few years, virtual reality meetings, events, and classrooms haven’t taken off the way that proponents expected, due to inconvenience, usability issues, bandwidth requirements, the need for high-end computers, and expensive headsets, new software, and more. We will update the story if they get back to us.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 19, 2019

A sought-after authority on interactive media industry, Carter has presented at every event around the world, including Casual Connect, the LA Games Conference, and the VR/AR Global Summit. Carter: I'd say the main thing is augmented and mixed reality are growing fast, but mainly in the enterprise space. Where is this market going?

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VRScout

MARCH 30, 2017

The German auto manufacturer evaluates design features in virtual reality before building prototypes in actual reality, using the famous high-quality physics-based rendering power of Unreal for the game engine and using the HTC Vive for the VR hardware. DISNEY USES VR FOR RESEARCH WHILE CEO SAYS WE’LL SEE AR AT THEME PARKS.

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XR for Business Podcast

JULY 10, 2019

One of the things that blew me away was the photorealism that you guys have created of 3D models and virtual environments, of being in an airplane. So, what is the focus of what you guys have been doing, and what are the results that people are seeing? So, yeah, we’re very proud of what we do. It’s beautiful.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 5, 2019

A lot of what I do is try to take new and emerging technology -- obviously right now, VR/AR/XR; all that falls into it -- and using that to enhance messaging and storytelling, training, simulation, all of that type of stuff. You have the presence, for things like training, for things like real-time engineering.

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