VRScout

JULY 12, 2021

Bet on games of Blackjack and Roulette in this blockchain-powered virtual casino coming soon to major VR & AR devices. XR technologies are changing the way we interact with each other and eliminating the need for expensive equipment,” said XR Casino CEO Dan Martinez in an official release. For more information visit here.

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AR Insider

JANUARY 27, 2021

Since then, Moore’s Law has pushed the concept closer to reality for most folks, but immersive 3D mapping is still an unfulfilled promise. And Google Earth VR , lets users fly around cities in strikingly immersive ways. There are also AR-related efforts to capture spatial maps of various locales. Geospatially Sound.

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AR Insider

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Speaking of Google Earth, its VR edition is an immersive dive into 3D cities around the world. As we examined recently, Here Technologies has also jumped on the 3D mapping train with a developer platform for building immersive 3D maps. Will 3D Cities Unlock Immersive Experiences? But its advantage is also its drawback: VR.

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ARPost

APRIL 11, 2023

AR and VR are two of the most promising technologies of the modern era. While AR and VR have been around for decades, it wasn’t until recently that they offered a quality experience without being too limited by technological constraints or not being portable enough for widespread use. They are: 1. billion by 2024.

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VRScout

MARCH 9, 2021

Beginning this Spring, students enrolled in Biology 105 (men’s health) taught by Dr. Ethell Vereen or History 112 (world history) taught by Dr. Ovell Hamilton will access their respective classes remotely using an Oculus Quest 2 headset provided directly by Qualcomm. Image Credit: Auganix. “We Image Credit: VictoryXR.

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ARPost

AUGUST 23, 2021

However, there are some great AR and VR accessories out there that can make an XR experience more immersive, more practical, or better suited to a specific task. You’ve read our list of AR glasses. Now get ready for the ARPost guide to AR and VR accessories, peripherals, and modifiers. And, who’s to argue?

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AR Insider

AUGUST 5, 2021

Today, we can have impactful media experiences everywhere, including immersive technologies like augmented and virtual reality. The AR touchstone title Poke?mon Cathy Hackl is a leading tech futurist and globally recognized business leader specializing in augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), & spatial computing.

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VRScout

JULY 16, 2021

But how exactly is VR & AR technology being used by the astronauts operating within the multinational low orbit space station? According to the official NASA blog , just yesterday two members of the Expedition 65 crew employed VR and AR technology as part of their respective duties. Working inside the U.S. Image Credit: NASA.

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Road to VR

MARCH 12, 2021

Further underling Facebook’s bet that immersive technologies are the future of computing, a report from The Information claims that the company is currently employing nearly 10,000 people to work on AR/VR. Facebook has been very forward with its intentions to own the space since acquiring Oculus in 2014 for $2 billions.

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VRScout

MAY 8, 2021

AR company NuEyes is taking its passion for AR and gaming to the next level with the launch of the Pro 3e 5G-enabled smart glasses through their gaming division, NuGaming. Designed to look like a standard pair of sunglasses, the Pro 3e uses AR to project a 148” viewing screen in full 1080p HD at a smooth 60 FPS.

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VRScout

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Immersive technology continues its push towards mainstream appeal. If 2016 was the birth of modern VR/AR technology, than 2018 was its elementary school graduation. Released without warning this past May during Facebook’s annual F8 conference, the Oculus Go brings convenient, comfortable VR to the masses. FILMMAKING IN VR.

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AR Insider

JUNE 14, 2021

This week we look at WWDC takeaways, PSVR showcase, Tribecca’s immersive slate, and some fresh funding for spatial players. Let’s dive in… The Tribeca Film Festival’s always impressive immersive offering is back in hybrid form. More from AR Insider…. Tickets here. Stay tuned for our annual Tribeca awesome list.

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VRScout

JUNE 9, 2021

But how exactly does one go about accessing these incredible VR & AR projects? Those looking to check out Tribeca Immersive’s Virtual Arcade will need a VR headset as well as a VR-ready PC in order to access PCVR content. For more information regarding Tribeca Immersive, visit tribecafilm.com/festival/immersive.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

.’ During the weekend prolific Microsoft leaker WalkingCat , the same individual responsible for leaking images of the Oculus Quest 2 back in July of 2020, posted two concept videos showcasing what appears to be Samsung’s take on a dedicated AR headset. R&D Vision Concept ? Image Credit: WalkingCat.

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Road to VR

MAY 18, 2020

In that spirit, Facebook today announced that it will be introducing more collaboration and productivity apps to the Oculus Store for Quest soon. Immersed is coming to the Oculus Store on Quest this summer, the company says. The company says more XR platforms are coming soon.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

The Logitech G333 VR Gaming earphones and Logitech G Pro headset are certified Oculus ready. This week Facebook announced its highly-anticipated follow-up to the Oculus Quest, revealing a sleeker, more powerful standalone VR headset for the incredible price of just $299 for 64GB ($399 for 256GB). respectively.

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AR Insider

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

This week we cover a handful of new funding rounds, new Snap AR milestones and Oculus Quest sales Inflections, among other items. This will allow these companies to work more closely together to deploy AR applications across industries in the process of digital transformation. Arden’s Wake hits the Oculus Store.

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AR Insider

APRIL 13, 2021

This traces back to Facebook’s Oculus acquisition in early 2014 that kicked off the current wave of excitement….including That excitement culminated in 2016 after the Oculus acquisition had time to set off a chain reaction of startup activity, tech-giant investment, and VC inflows for the “next computing platform.”

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ARPost

APRIL 28, 2020

Most people might not think of social media giant Facebook right off the bat when they think “AR experience.” The company, which also owns Instagram, is actually an AR powerhouse. Social AR – or, AR experiences on mobile-based social media platforms – is how many people experience AR for the first time.

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Road to VR

JULY 23, 2021

Facebook announced today that an upcoming update to the Quest development SDK will include experimental support for a Passthrough API which will allow Unity developers to build AR experiences and features into apps on Quest 2.

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VRScout

DECEMBER 17, 2020

This week the company introduced mobile AR support to the platform, allowing team members to participate in virtual meetings using a compatible iOS or Android device. The phone is where AR will thrive first and we’re capitalizing on this trend today. To access meetings in AR, download the Spatial app for iOS and Android.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

The BFI London Film Festival, in partnership with American Express, today announces LFF Expanded: the Festival’s new dedicated strand of XR and Immersive Art. Using cinema as a jumping-off point, LFF Expanded will be an expansive space for programming, including VR, AR, Mixed Reality, and live immersive performances.

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Road to VR

AUGUST 30, 2022

Fortnite doesn’t natively support VR headsets, however an update coming to the popular battle royale shooter today reportedly holds mention of Oculus, possibly pointing to future VR support for the game. Epic added stuff related to Oculus (Quest, Quest 2 & Mobile) in today's update. — HYPEX (@HYPEX) August 30, 2022.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

A new report pushes the rumored launch date of Apple’s AR device by two years; hints at a second, sleeker device. Not only that, but the AR headset will be followed by the release of AR glasses the following year, establishing Apple’s official augmented reality ecosystem in the process.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

After some days of teasing, Chinese AR company Nreal has finally announced its latest AR glasses: Nreal Air. Nreal is one of the most interesting AR startups out there, and it has revolutionized the augmented reality sector launching the first stylish and affordable AR glasses during CES 2019. Nreal Air description.

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ARPost

MARCH 16, 2021

On one hand, VR and AR have been around for years without truly cracking mainstream appeal, and there are still plenty of people who’ve never used VR headsets. Consider that the Oculus Quest 2 has made wireless VR accessible, and that the average modern smartphone is perfectly capable of handling complex AR tasks.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 29, 2020

With the live music industry in shambles, musicians are turning to immersive tech to connect with fans. After all, there are no social distancing rules in a virtual world. SocialVR platforms like Venues are already proving to be amazing tools for musicians looking to connect and engage with fans all around the world.

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VRScout

MAY 2, 2018

Zuckerberg uses his 2018 F8 conference to tease new AR functionality for its most popular apps. This year Zuckerberg once again took to the stage to unveil a bevy of new information on the just-launched Oculus Go. This year Zuckerberg once again took to the stage to unveil a bevy of new information on the just-launched Oculus Go.

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AR Insider

MARCH 10, 2020

At the precipice of 2020, that leaves the question of where we are now? Optimism is still present but AR and VR players continue to be tested as high-flying prospects like ODG, Meta and Daqri dissolve. These events are resetting expectations on the timing and scale of revenue outcomes. But there are also confidence signals.

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Road to VR

APRIL 7, 2018

The future of VR storytelling will be immersive and interactive. Yelena Rachitsky is an executive producer of experiences at Oculus, and she’s been inspired by how interactive narratives have allowed her to feel like a participant who is more engaged, more present, and more alive.

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AR Insider

APRIL 17, 2020

This article is the latest in AR Insider’s editorial contributor program. Authors’ opinions are their own. . Grab your Oculus Quest and control your mini lunar rover to collect as many oxygen tanks on the moon as possible before the time runs out in ROVR Run. Find out more or contact us to participate here.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Native hand tracking, PC/standalone hybrid functionality, and new games confirmed for the Oculus platform. That’s a wrap on Oculus Connect 6. Oculus Link launches this November ; Oculus will be offering its own official USB-C cable as well. . Image Credit: Facebook.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Leaked concept video featuring two Samsung AR devices has come to light. Although just concepts and not functioning products as such, it’s clear the Korean tech giant is gearing up to compete with companies like Facebook and Apple as they inch ever closer to releasing consumer AR headsets.

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AR Insider

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

This week, we look at Apple’s moves across the spatial spectrum, Magic Leap 2, And Oculus Quest game sales among other items. It’s got 8K resolution and a dozen external cameras and and sensors that offer the possibility of doing pass-through AR. It is coming soon to the Oculus store. W elcome back to Spatial Beats.

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ARPost

JUNE 14, 2021

However, AR fitness with its smaller form factor and greater environmental awareness has greater potential. This is one of the areas where AR glasses bring huge potential, but powerful and affordable consumer models have long failed to materialize. However, this is still an improvement over other AR headsets.

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AR Insider

MAY 3, 2021

This week we look at Zoom’s new immersive view, Looking Glass’ latest milestone, the latest AR funding rounds and the return to physical events. Let’s dive in… Tribeca Immersive will offer a combination of real and virtual events this June. AR images are as flawless as a QLED. 92 degree FOV.

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AR Insider

APRIL 9, 2021

A mong tech giants investing in their own versions of an AR future, Facebook arguably has the highest stakes. We’ve estimated that its annual XR R&D spend — not including its $2 billion Oculus acquisition — approaches $10 billion. That includes both AR and VR, the latter being more tangible today, given Oculus’ in-market status.

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