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JULY 20, 2023

Air Race X is a revolutionary new racing format that puts a fresh spin on traditional aircraft racing by combining actual flight with the latest digital technology, resulting in a unique competitive experience, unlike anything we’ve seen to date. This data will then be used to create a visual representation of their actions.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Universal Studios Japan today announced the opening date of its long-delayed ‘Super Nintendo World’ in its Osaka-based theme park, which is set to feature a Mario Kart -themed ride including AR headsets. Image courtesy Universal Studios Japan, Nintendo. Japan's #SuperNintendoWorld will open on Feb.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 16, 2021

During the live event, 8i CEO Hayes Mackaman, 8th Wall CEO and Founder Erik Murphy-Chutorian, and moderator and AR/VR industry influencer Catherine D Henry talked about what it took to bring this one-of-a-kind interview to life and what it would mean not only for the future of AR but the future of communication in general.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The Nreal Air AR smart glasses are capable of simulating a massive 201-inch with a refresh rate of 90Hz. Hot off the heels of a successful Series C funding round, Nreal—the company behind the Nreal Light AR glasses—has announced a new set of consumer AR sunglasses. ” Image Credit: Nreal.

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JULY 25, 2023

To commemorate the occasion celebrated by sports fans all around the world, Snapchat is introducing brand new ways for you to immerse yourself in the excitement via a handful of new augmented reality (AR) experiences. The FIFA Fancestry quiz is an AR Lense that asks you a series of questions to decide for you. Credit : Snap Inc.

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OCTOBER 7, 2020

Canon announced a new entry into its AR headset hardware category called MREAL S1. The company’s latest enterprise-focused headset provides passthrough AR and can be strapped to both a head mount for hands-free viewing, or a housing meant for handheld interactions. Image courtesy Canon Japan. Image courtesy Canon Japan.

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JUNE 11, 2017

Yahoo Japan has invested an undisclosed amount of money in The Venture Reality Fund , which is focused on making investments in virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality. The two firms also aim to accelerate growth in the AR and VR industries. Japan’s investment in AR/VR startups and potential business development.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 6, 2023

In an alternate version, Meta will offer a smartwatch with the neural detection incorporated, so if the user is used to having a smartwatch, doesn’t have to sacrifice it to wear the neural wristband Real AR glasses , with 3D objects in the scene, virtual avatars, and such, are now slated for 2027 I want to just say two things about this roadmap.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The XR platform looks to boost the number of eyes on the UNI-ONE while also providing a new combined technology solution that Honda believes has usability in sectors such as theme parks, entertainment, and retail. XR to Enhance UNI-ONE Device Based on insights from its 2023 tests in Japan.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Intuitive Workspaces is a global property technology agency specializing in providing bespoke workplace analytics for use cases such as optimizing real estate utilization, workspace design, and sustainability initiatives, and the firm leveraged the ARwayKit SDK to enhance indoor navigation service offerings.

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ARPost

AUGUST 29, 2019

As their recently-released report shows, there are tremendous opportunities, but also tremendous risks if the technologies are not utilized with care. The report, “ Waking Up to a New Reality: Building a Responsible Future for Immersive Technologies ,” details how XR, which includes AR and VR , is now part of our daily lives.

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JANUARY 27, 2020

Amazon says the platform is made for “latency-sensitive workloads” including AR/VR streaming, game streaming, IoT and more. At the outset, the company is engaging with carriers Verizon, Vodafone, SK Telecom, and KDDI to launch the service across in the US, Europe, South Korea, and Japan in 2020.

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ARPost

APRIL 13, 2023

JR West Japan Innovations Co., The successful conclusion of this recent funding round highlights the drive to expand XR into every facet of life, making our cities smarter and more adaptable using immersive technology,” said Ryohei Watanabe, CMO of Psychic VR Lab, in a press release shared with ARPost. Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate Co.,

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VRScout

JULY 31, 2017

Over the course of the past couple of decades, Japan has firmly established itself as the number one “WTF” country on planet Earth. While the actual Miku AR experience only ran July 8 , 9 , 15 , 16 and 17 , these Miku-focused treats were available July 8th to the 31st.

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ARPost

JANUARY 7, 2022

Let’s meet them both and talk about what their partnership means for AR and e-commerce. VNTANA is a 3D CMS and AR platform with big-name clients including Cotton, Hugo Boss, and adidas. JOOR and VNTANA have partnered to enable “the first 3D/AR (business-to-business) sales platform,” according to a release shared with ARPost.

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VRScout

MAY 29, 2018

The king of monsters terrorizes real-world Tokyo during Japan’s “Godzilla Nights” live event. Since its very first appearance in the 1954 classic Godzilla , Japan’s most infamous monster has delighted, as well as terrified audiences around the world with over 60 years of city-smashing films, television shows, and video games.

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VRScout

DECEMBER 13, 2018

With immersive technology, there’s now a dizzying array of creative experimentation going on, and it’s fair to say we’ve barely scratched the surface. Such is the case with Scriptum, a bold new smartphone app that uses AR technology to transform the real-world into a digital escape room. Only time will tell.

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ARPost

MARCH 12, 2021

Multiple technologies combined to fundamentally change the way people and organizations go about their lives. Many leading technology companies such as Facebook, Apple, Microsoft, and Google are investing billions into developing these technologies. We are currently at a similar point.

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MAY 22, 2019

Augmented and Virtual Reality (AVR) for industry uses in Japan is expected to skyrocket thanks to the partnership between AVR Japan and EON Reality. Currently, the AVR market in Japan is taking a turn from gaming giants (like SONY for hardware and GREE for software) to move towards education and enterprise markets.

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ARPost

AUGUST 25, 2022

Following the success of the Blade AR glasses, Vuzix has announced the second generation of the glasses. The glasses are designed “primarily for commercial use” and cost some $500 more than the initial model, but technology has come a long way and we look forward to seeing what this edition is capable of.

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VRScout

JULY 26, 2021

Last Friday marked the start of the 2020 Summer Games in Tokyo, Japan, kicking off nearly two weeks of jaw-dropping athletic competitions featuring some of the most physically talented human beings on the planet. AR GLASSES FOR SPECTATORS – NTT DOCOMO. TRUE VIEW – INTEL. 3D ATHLETE TRACKING (3DAT) – INTEL.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The fund has invested in 17 early stage companies over the course of its two-year existence, primarily in the North American VR/AR/MR market. The name change, the company says, broadens the fund’s scope to more than just VR, putting more emphasis on ‘frontier technology’, a term intended to encompass VR/AR/MR.

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ARVR

DECEMBER 28, 2020

The (uncomplete) Immersive Technology in Healthcare digest?—?Decembre Decembre 20, 2020 Hello, this is a short summary of my technological watch on this amazing domain of immersive technology in healthcare ! Trending AR VR Articles: 1. How AR/VR Are Transforming the Real Estate Industry 2.

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AUGUST 30, 2018

Oculus recently announced the’ll be expanding their educational pilot program by donating Oculus Rift and Oculus Go headsets to a number of educational institutions across Taiwan, Japan, and Seattle. The post Oculus to Donate Rift & Go to Learning Institutions Across Seattle, Taiwan, & Japan appeared first on Road to VR.

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EON Reality

AUGUST 7, 2019

the world leader in Augmented and Virtual Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education, announces the first Interactive Digital Center (IDC) in Japan through a partnership with AVR Japan Co., We are excited to open an Interactive Digital Center in the middle of Tokyo. IRVINE, CA, August 7, 2019 – EON Reality Inc.,

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VRScout

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Over the course of four months (August 3rd to November 9th), applicants from nine different countries submitted a total of 145 works (59 in AR and 86 in VR) to the 2020 NEWVIEW Awards. This week event organizers The 2020 NEWVIEW Awards has listed their 25 finalists for immersive technology innovation; seven in AR and the remaining 18 in VR.

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JANUARY 22, 2021

the year of AR glasses? #10 Charlie Tango The Netflix movie ANON is a great showcase of one possible AR enhanced future 2021 already looks to be a year full of technological breakthroughs. As in earlier years, I have curated the most interesting and pressing technological trends for the year to come. Focals, by North? —?a

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JUNE 21, 2023

Vuzix, a provider of enterprise augmented reality (AR) solutions, published a survey on Tuesday on the efficacy of immersive tech in the medical industry. In its report, Vuzix commissioned Censuswide to gather data from more than 500 surgeons across the United States stating their interest in adopting AR smart glasses in their professions.

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Road to VR

APRIL 22, 2022

The device, which offers passthrough AR, appears to be a modestly upgraded version of the company’s 2021 model, MREAL S1, as it boasts a field of view (FOV) that’s “2.5 If you want to learn more about different AR display methods, check out our primer on the differences between smartglasses and AR glasses.

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JANUARY 5, 2020

This is the first roundup of news of this new year, and to signal a change with the past, I’ve changed the name from “VR Week Peek” to “XR Week Peek”, because, hey, I like talking about all immersive technologies and not only Virtual Reality. They are incredibly light (10 grams!) In the meanwhile, I wish you all a fantastic 2020!

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Revealing the news, MediThinQ said it has also secured “significant deals” with $30bn-revenue medical devices giant Medtronic, which will exclusively distribute its products in the US and Japan. Alongside this, the firm announced a multimillion-dollar investment from Singapore-based medical devices manufacturer JLK Technology.

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MAY 18, 2017

From my perspective of being an American, Japan is consistently willing to push the envelope when it comes to entertainment. Popular shows like American Ninja Warrior and Iron Chef America are modeled after Japanese shows and clips from Japanese entertainment go viral regularly for outlandish activities and inspire spoofs galore.

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ARPost

JANUARY 5, 2021

Instead of gravity-defying and thrill-inducing rides, theme parks are turning to augmented reality to enhance the experience of guests. AR can connect the physical and virtual world, bringing a whole new level of interaction to theme park rides. But one thing is certain: theme parks are preparing for the post-pandemic world.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Apple Inc has reached out to Chinese manufacturing firm Luxshare to develop its upcoming augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, Nikkei Asia reported on Thursday. According to five anonymous sources familiar with the matter, the company recently acquired China’s AR powerhouse in Shanghai, which Taiwanese firm Pegatron previously owned.

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VRScout

MAY 8, 2020

Chinese subsidiary of Elle Magazine targets Gen-Z readers with science and technology inspired fashion. Scanning AR-compatible pages using the app unlocks interactive AR models of both Sam and Liz jumping, sinning around, and blowing kisses in the air.

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VRScout

JULY 18, 2018

Sony Music partners with the David Bowie Archive, Planta, and London’s Victoria & Albert Museum to deliver an incredible VR/AR retrospective of David Bowie’s career. This fall, Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., The VR/AR version of David Bowie Is will be available on all platforms sometime later this year.

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JULY 2, 2017

Parks like Universal Studios and the Islands of Adventure are wonderful and exciting experiences, serving as gateways to a collection of fantasies. Various other parks are experimenting with immersive technology to bring more fun to their patrons and it looks like Universal is at least considering some changes.

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