AR Insider

JANUARY 23, 2023

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at the World Economic Forum and Microsoft's XR exit. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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Road to VR

JANUARY 4, 2022

Today during Qualcomm’s CES 2022 press conference, the company announced a partnership with fellow tech-giant Microsoft which will involve “designing custom AR chips and integrating software platforms.” Qualcomm Technologies’ core XR strategy has always been delivering the most cutting-edge.

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AR Insider

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

This week on Reality Bytes, we sing along with TikTok, take out a new line of credit with Microsoft, and see what drops when we shake the proverbial Netflix tree. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Microsoft’s enterprise-focused HoloLens 3 may be dead in the water, as a recent report maintains that internal divisions have hobbled the company’s efforts to release its next AR headset as planned. Alex Kipman wearing HoloLens 2, Image courtesy Microsoft. Microsoft Responds.

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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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Road to VR

JUNE 26, 2023

Microsoft announced it’s released a public preview of Azure Remote Rendering support for Meta Quest 2 and Quest Pro, something that promises to allow devs to render complex 3D content in the cloud and stream it to those VR headsets in real-time. Image courtesy Microsoft, Fracture Reality The JoinXR model above was said to take 3.5

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Niantic Labs also revealed its Outdoor AR Headset powered by the AR2 platform. During the Snapdragon Summit, the company unveiled its latest piece of technology, the AR2 Gen 1 platform, which will be a key component for the next generation of slimmer and more fashion-friendly augmented reality (AR) glasses. Credit: Qualcomm.

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VRScout

MAY 9, 2022

Microsoft has partnered with German automotive manufacturer Volkswagon to develop an AR (augmented reality) GPS navigation system powered by Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 mixed reality headset. Apparently, Volkswagon has been experimenting with AR navigation for some time. Image Credit: Microsoft.

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AR Insider

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This week on Reality Bytes, we go to court with Microsoft, embrace Uber’s takeover of everything, and build a whole new world with AI. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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AR Insider

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at Humane's AI Pin and other XR & AI intersections This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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Road to VR

MAY 22, 2023

A report from the Financial Times maintains Meta is currently in talks with AR headset creator Magic Leap to strike a multiyear deal, which could include intellectual property licensing and contract manufacturing of AR headsets in North America.

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VRScout

MARCH 25, 2022

Snap Inc’s AR Spectacles glasses are nothing short of black magic. The latest Spectacles design was the first to include built-in AR (augmented reality) functionality, allowing the wearer to interact with existing Snapchat AR Lenses straight from the glasses in real-time. .’s

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AR Insider

AUGUST 8, 2022

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at Meta's ongoing metaverse maneuvering, Microsoft's military challenges, and Xiaomi's new smart glasses. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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VRScout

APRIL 1, 2021

The United States Army confirmed via an official statement yesterday that it has awarded Microsoft a contract to deliver 120,000 military-grade HoloLens AR headsets designed for use in a variety of combat scenarios. ” Image Credit: Microsoft. Image Credit: US Army. Image Credit: US Army. Feature Image Credit: US Army.

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AR Insider

JANUARY 11, 2023

This week on Reality Bytes, we discuss ChatGPT’s partnership with Microsoft, travel to the Metaverse with Sony and Manchester City, and tune into the YouTube vs. TikTok short-form video battle. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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Road to VR

JULY 29, 2022

Microsoft’s big defense contract that looks to supply the US Army with modified HoloLens AR headsets isn’t going so well. Even then, that was allegedly $200 million short of what Microsoft needed to recuperate development costs. The subcommittee cites concerns based around the program’s overall effectiveness.

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AR Insider

APRIL 6, 2023

This week on Reality Bytes, Microsoft puts native ads into Bing AI, Netflix wants you to play its video games on your TV, and ByteDance tries to launch a new social platform in the U.S. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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VRScout

APRIL 12, 2021

Surgeons were able to view 3D anatomical information in real-time thanks to Dr. Steve Murphy’s AR guidance platform. ” Dr. Murphy’s intra-operative AR guidance platform was approved by the Food and Drug Administration Moving on January 28, 2021. Feature Image Credit: Surgical Planning Associates.

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ARPost

MAY 3, 2022

Get ready to see the future of augmented reality with the next generation of AR glasses. The two companies combine their technologies to bring us the next level of AR experiences through state-of-the-art augmented reality and mixed reality wearables. The Next-Generation AR Glasses. Dispelix DPX – Selva.

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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

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.

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VRScout

MARCH 19, 2022

A new video featuring a unique AR (augmented reality) filter is turning heads online and kickstarting discussions around the impact of immersive technology on the gambling industry. That said, as AR continues to evolve so too will the design of the devices themselves. Who needs luck when you have technology?

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AR Insider

JUNE 13, 2022

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at Apple's AR plans, Microsoft's AR reorg, and Meta's Horizon Home. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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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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AR Insider

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This post appeared first on AR Insider. This week, we look at the iPhone 15's spatial stack and XR's ongoing AI infusions.

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ARPost

JULY 7, 2021

There are almost magical qualities to live AR as it’s used to enhance and guide our viewing and training experiences. Benefits of Live AR. Companies that utilize live AR or broadcast AR use modern technology to create an experience that enables users to immerse themselves in a realistic digital experience.

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ARVR

MARCH 16, 2023

2022 was an incremental year for AR & VR, which both continue to gradually push forward in gaining mainstream traction. Highlights include mobile AR engagement & monetization, continued R&D in AR glasses, and the gradual march of VR. There were many, but we’ll zero in today on the state of headworn AR.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Microsoft has recently been awarded a patent to install hot-swappable battery functionality into a future pair of augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, reports revealed. A screenshot of Microsoft’s patented AR smart glasses design.

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AR Insider

JULY 28, 2022

This week on the Reality Bytes Microsoft ‘blocks’ blockchain technologies in Minecraft, Apple opens its Ultra Wideband chip (U1) to developers, and Best Buy plans to launch mini-retail stores. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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AR Insider

AUGUST 26, 2021

New Study Projects Headworn AR Revenue to Reach $17.7 ARtillery Intelligence publishes its five-year outlook for headworn AR revenues. –. SAN FRANCISCO, August 26, 2021: ARtillery Intelligence has released a new report that projects headworn AR revenue to grow from $1.6 Billion by 2025. billion in 2020 to $17.7

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AR Insider

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at Microsoft's metaverse moves, Digilens' big funding, and more Meta backlash. The post Spatial Beats: Microsoft, Meta & Digilens appeared first on AR Insider.

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ARPost

JANUARY 30, 2023

Games are the largest use case for consumer VR and AR. While VR and AR remain a comparatively small segment of the games industry, the industry is taking notice as VR hardware in particular improves. The GDC ’s State of the Game Industry Report for this year is by no means dedicated to VR and AR.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 11, 2022

I was afraid that at this CES wouldn’t have been many pieces of news about AR and VR, but actually, we had quite a few interesting ones. This shows that the ecosystem is alive, and notwithstanding the pandemic, there are many XR companies that are pushing the technology forward. Qualcomm and Microsoft partnership.

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VRScout

MAY 7, 2019

Now, at the cusp of the legendary franchises 10th anniversary, Microsoft is teasing a brand new Minecraft experience that will—based on the video provided—have users crafting and mining throughout real-world environments. Released on Microsoft’s official YouTube channel, the video—entitled “What’s Minecraft up to?”

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Road to VR

MAY 5, 2022

The acquisition was previously reported by The Information in March, however now Google has confirmed in a blog post that it has indeed acquired Raxium, a five-year old startup building microdisplays for use in AR and VR headsets. Check out our primer on the difference between smartglasses and AR headsets to learn more. µm per pixel.

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VRScout

JANUARY 22, 2022

Company’s like Apple and Meta are leaving Samsung in the virtual dust. According to a new report by The Korea Herald , Samsung is steadily losing its position within the VR/AR space due to its unhealthy “obsession” with foldable smartphone technology. Samsung Galaxy Fold / Image Credit: Samsung.

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AR Insider

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at Meta's ongoing challenges, Microsoft's Quest 3 fate and the latest Apple glasses rumors. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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