With— PLNAR , an app built using Apple’s ARKit and developed by the Austin-based company SmartPicture Technologies—that’s all about to change. Coming off of the heels of Apple’s iOS 11, PLNAR makes creating a floor plan easier (and more fun) with an iPhone. MORE
Play musical flora and fauna to reveal Austin Wintory’s enchanting score. Luna is an intriguing looking title coming from indie studio Funomena , and backed by some of the minds behind indie PS3 blockbuster Journey (2012). MORE
With several great moves Owlchemy is doing a great job and that has turned that into a $5 million series A investment from Qualcomm Ventures, HTC, The VR Fund, Colopl Next, Capital Factory, and several Austin area investors. This is an incredible time for Owlchemy Labs. MORE
We found that kids can develop more trust in media characters in the virtual environment,” says Jakki Bailey, a graduate from Stanford’s PhD program in communication and now an assistant professor at the University of Texas at Austin. MORE
My name is Austin Hooper, and I make virtual reality gaming videos! I decided to play a little more Chronos on my Oculus Rift CV1 today. Hope you guys enjoy! With my trusty Oculus Rift, GearVR, Razer Hydras, and many more VR gadgetry, I try to find the best and most compelling experiences to share with the world! VR is here, and I’m coming right along with it. So, I hope you’ll join me on my adventure into VR! And like I always say, I’ll see you in another reality! MORE
Austin Aiken, better know in Onward as ‘Capptin’, was a foreman in the tree service industry in Clearwater, Florida. Austin did not have any savings or life insurance. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Austin’s friends and family. – – — – –. MORE
Austin, The Domain. Haven’t been able to make it to any of the big gaming expos (or you don’t know anyone with the $3,000 AR headset)? Microsoft Stores across the US and Canada are now hosting free HoloLens demos, so you can finally see what the hubbub is all about. MORE
The Austin and Los Angeles-based startup is also known for having collaborated with EDM artists TokiMonsta, Heavy Grinder, Ninja Tune artist Ash Koosha’s AKTUAL, and Strangeloop’s N-FOLD to name a few. MORE
I previously interviewed Cosco at VRLA last year , and I had a chance to talk with INVAR’s co-founder & chief creative officer Vincent Edwards & creative director Austin Conroy on their thoughts on the future of storytelling in VR at Kaleidoscope VR’s FIRST LOOK VR Market. MORE
At the X Games in Austin, Texas from June 2-5, HTC is publicly demoing for the first time Kingspray Graffiti Simulator. This graffiti simulator is coming to VR and now you can try an early demo. MORE
Comedy Living Room, the stand-up comedy show created by Matt Lottman and Frank Chad Muniz (and literally held in a living room), is hosting its first show in VR on Thursday, April 27th at 5pm PT. MORE
The Austin-based film festival will be premiering VR content for the first time. For the first time, virtual reality will be making its debut at Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas September 22-29. MORE
Barton Creek 14 — Austin, TX. The Assassin’s Creed film is now in theaters and it’s rolling out in style with a companion VR experience playable at select movie theaters across the United States. MORE
AR/VR Austin returns for its third successive year, presenting a mini-conference named ‘Alternative Realities’. Tickets for AR/VR Austin 2017 are available via Eventbrite. MORE
If you’re unfamiliar with the annual South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, it’s basically a celebration of, well, everything. Sony unleashes VR music video with projection mapping technology at SXSW. MORE
The show stars Sofia Black-D’elia, Olivia Boreham-Wing, Michael Siberry, Austin Caudwell and Lewis Cancelmi and is produced by Julina Tatlock, who previously produced the tv show “Who Cares About Girls?” MORE
Magic Leap Has Quietly Built a 40-Person VR Team in Austin Magic Leap, the secretive AR/VR company that has been teasing techies with clips of whales emerging from gymnasium floors, has quietly built a team of about 40 people in Austin. MORE
Google has made an interesting play to solidify it's VR lineup for the future. Welcome Owlchemy Labs to Google. They've created award-winning games like Job Simulator and Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality. MORE
If you’re not going to be able to make it to Austin this week, you’ll be able to download all of these experiences at home for free before the film’s March 29th release. MORE
Features VR & AR ATX+PAK Chocolate Milk & Donuts Gigabit Community Fund Google Cardboard Mozilla Hive Austin PenPal Schools SamsungStudents from around the world can now travel to Pakistan and learn more about the country — virtually. MORE
Google harnesses the power of photos and street view to deliver simplified VR development for teachers and students. MORE
Austin, Texas-based video game developer Owlchemy Labs struck gold with their 2016 smash hit, Job Simulator. We go hands-on with the successor to Owlchemy Labs’ wildly popular flagship VR title. MORE
Despite founding just five months ago, the Austin, Tex.-based TheWave VR Is Working With Google to Change How You Experience Live Music Adam Arrigo had always wanted to be a musician. MORE
professor and researcher at UT-Austin, who portaled in from Austin via AltspaceVR. An event that proved the importance of XR’s role in the future of education. MORE
Kim Pallister, the director of Intel’s virtual reality center of excellence, moderated a fireside chat about that topic with science fiction writer Austin Grossman at our recent GamesBeat Summit 2017: How games, sci-fi, and tech create real-world magic. Above: Kim Pallister (left) of Intel quizzed sci-fi novelist Austin Grossman at GamesBeat Summit 2017. Above: Kim Pallister of Intel talks with Austin Grossman (right) about the future of virtual reality. MORE
Located in a massive building in Austin, Texas, Warner Bros. Ready Player One arrives at SXSW. Ready Player One is one of the most anticipated films due to hit theaters on March 29th. Taking place in the year 2045, the world based on Ernest Cline’s best selling novel is bleak. MORE
It’s about time for another one of Unity’s many, lengthy press conferences, this time coming from Austin, Texas. The next Unite showing kicks off today, and we’re expecting plenty of updates from John Riccitiello and co at the show. You can watch it below at 4pm PT/7pm ET. MORE
Galstaun says since Sensiks’ initial launch at last years annual SXSW in Austin, Texas, the company has shipped 25 of the booths with another 50 currently on back order. Sensiks is a glimpse of the direction multisensory virtual reality could be heading. MORE
Austin’s Ambiq Micro Adds $11M for Energy-Efficient Microcontrollers ( Xconomy ). Catch up on the latest in XR highlights, funding news and launch announcements. By Tom Emrich. Highlights. It’s been another busy week in AR+VR! In addition to keeping you up-to-date on the top AR+VR news, funding activity, and launch announcements, here are there three stories you need to know: the big LBE opportunity, VR a billion dollar sector and 2019 iPhone rumors. MORE
Seattle, and Austin. Why Silicon Valley is looking north for new investment opportunities. Surrounded by towering mountains, picturesque lakes, and urban beaches, it’s easy to forget that Vancouver hosts a booming technology industry. For those in the know, that’s starting to change. MORE
According to a prepared statement, “The series, shot in 6K 360° Video and created by SubVRsive and ACL, in partnership with Google and sponsored by Apple Music, gives an up-close look at some of the season’s most iconic performances and takes viewers backstage to hear from the artists before they step under the lights at Austin’s famous Moody Theater.” Tagged with: ACL , Austin City Limits , Rune the Jewel Facebook Twitter Reddit More. MORE
My name is Austin Hooper, and I make virtual reality gaming videos! Pretty much what the title says there. Got Witcher 3 working in VR with the first person mod. Pretty cool! MORE
Austin, United States. Over the last few years a busy conference circuit has emerged for creators and enthusiasts interested in VR and AR technology, and 2018 is already full of events throughout the year. We’ll update this list of VR and AR-related events from time to time as more dates are announced. If we’ve missed a big one, please email tips@uploadvr.com with information about the conference or event and we’ll periodically update this post. MORE
During this year’s South by South West (SXSW) show HTC held an event in which Mayors from cities like Albuquerque, West Sacramento, and the festival’s own home of Austin. HTC is eager to push VR beyond the realms of gaming and into industries as soon as possible. MORE
My name is Austin Hooper, and I make virtual reality gaming videos! ” IT’S FINALLY HERE! The very first episode of Vivecraft, our new Minecraft VR series! Join us as we attempt to survive in a perilous world, fighting monsters, hunger, and not trying to kill ourselves! All within the HTC Vive using the Vivecraft mod! With my trusty Oculus Rift, GearVR, Razer Hydras, and many more VR gadgetry, I try to find the best and most compelling experiences to share with the world! MORE
My name is Austin Hooper , and I make virtual reality gaming videos! Mann I was SO excited to do this video as soon as I saw the profile on VorpX! Here you go guys, DOOM 2016 IN VR WITH THE OCULUS RIFT! With my trusty Oculus Rift, GearVR, Razer Hydras, and many more VR gadgetry, I try to find the best and most compelling experiences to share with the world! VR is here, and I’m coming right along with it. So, I hope you’ll join me on my adventure into VR! MORE
Born out of the founder’s lifetime love affair with sci-fi, surrealism, and a fortuitous road trip across the US, the story of Magic Leap’s founding reads like a beat generation novel about discovering magic in ordinary experiences. MORE
Based in Austin and Los Angeles, TheWaveVR raised a $4 million seed round earlier this year. With the release of its latest collaboration, TheWaveVR continues to push the boundaries of VR and make a name for itself building mind-bending virtual worlds centered on music. MORE
Aspyr Media is the Austin-based studio known for their work on its many PC-to-Mac ports including Call of Duty , Sid Meier’s Civilization and Star Wars. Torn is an upcoming sci-fi mystery puzzle from Aspyr Media that takes inspiration from The Twilight Zone and Black Mirror. MORE
Cyan’s spiritual successor to Myst is launching with all-new motion control support on March 22nd for HTC Vive and Oculus Touch. The game originally released on Steam in August 2016, receiving initial VR support for the Rift in October. MORE
Austin Related Topics Road to VR
FEBRUARY 28, 2017
AR/VR Austin returns for its third successive year, presenting a mini-conference named ‘Alternative Realities’. Tickets for AR/VR Austin 2017 are available via Eventbrite.
UploadVR
NOVEMBER 16, 2017
Austin City Limits is back for its 43rd season celebrating music from some of the world’s biggest artists, and you can go behind the scenes with the help of VR.
UploadVR
OCTOBER 3, 2017
It’s about time for another one of Unity’s many, lengthy press conferences, this time coming from Austin, Texas. The next Unite showing kicks off today, and we’re expecting plenty of updates from John Riccitiello and co at the show. You can watch it below at 4pm PT/7pm ET.
Road to VR
MARCH 4, 2018
I previously interviewed Cosco at VRLA last year , and I had a chance to talk with INVAR’s co-founder & chief creative officer Vincent Edwards & creative director Austin Conroy on their thoughts on the future of storytelling in VR at Kaleidoscope VR’s FIRST LOOK VR Market.
UploadVR
JANUARY 25, 2018
According to a prepared statement, “The series, shot in 6K 360° Video and created by SubVRsive and ACL, in partnership with Google and sponsored by Apple Music, gives an up-close look at some of the season’s most iconic performances and takes viewers backstage to hear from the artists before they step under the lights at Austin’s famous Moody Theater.” Tagged with: ACL , Austin City Limits , Rune the Jewel Facebook Twitter Reddit More.
AllThingsVR
AUGUST 18, 2016
Magic Leap Has Quietly Built a 40-Person VR Team in Austin Magic Leap, the secretive AR/VR company that has been teasing techies with clips of whales emerging from gymnasium floors, has quietly built a team of about 40 people in Austin.
Tech Trends VR
MAY 21, 2018
Google harnesses the power of photos and street view to deliver simplified VR development for teachers and students.
Road to VR
JULY 19, 2018
Aspyr Media is the Austin-based studio known for their work on its many PC-to-Mac ports including Call of Duty , Sid Meier’s Civilization and Star Wars. Torn is an upcoming sci-fi mystery puzzle from Aspyr Media that takes inspiration from The Twilight Zone and Black Mirror.
Tech Trends VR
JUNE 6, 2018
We found that kids can develop more trust in media characters in the virtual environment,” says Jakki Bailey, a graduate from Stanford’s PhD program in communication and now an assistant professor at the University of Texas at Austin.
Road to VR
JUNE 11, 2018
The Austin and Los Angeles-based startup is also known for having collaborated with EDM artists TokiMonsta, Heavy Grinder, Ninja Tune artist Ash Koosha’s AKTUAL, and Strangeloop’s N-FOLD to name a few.
VRScout
JUNE 5, 2018
professor and researcher at UT-Austin, who portaled in from Austin via AltspaceVR. An event that proved the importance of XR’s role in the future of education.
UploadVR
MAY 19, 2017
During this year’s South by South West (SXSW) show HTC held an event in which Mayors from cities like Albuquerque, West Sacramento, and the festival’s own home of Austin. HTC is eager to push VR beyond the realms of gaming and into industries as soon as possible.
VR Bites
SEPTEMBER 4, 2016
My name is Austin Hooper, and I make virtual reality gaming videos! Pretty much what the title says there. Got Witcher 3 working in VR with the first person mod. Pretty cool!
Road to VR
JULY 15, 2018
Austin, The Domain. Haven’t been able to make it to any of the big gaming expos (or you don’t know anyone with the $3,000 AR headset)? Microsoft Stores across the US and Canada are now hosting free HoloLens demos, so you can finally see what the hubbub is all about.
VRScout
JUNE 4, 2016
At the X Games in Austin, Texas from June 2-5, HTC is publicly demoing for the first time Kingspray Graffiti Simulator. This graffiti simulator is coming to VR and now you can try an early demo.
Road to VR
MARCH 8, 2018
If you’re not going to be able to make it to Austin this week, you’ll be able to download all of these experiences at home for free before the film’s March 29th release.
VRScout
MAY 23, 2018
Galstaun says since Sensiks’ initial launch at last years annual SXSW in Austin, Texas, the company has shipped 25 of the booths with another 50 currently on back order. Sensiks is a glimpse of the direction multisensory virtual reality could be heading.
Road to VR
MARCH 11, 2017
Cyan’s spiritual successor to Myst is launching with all-new motion control support on March 22nd for HTC Vive and Oculus Touch. The game originally released on Steam in August 2016, receiving initial VR support for the Rift in October.
VRScout
MARCH 12, 2018
Located in a massive building in Austin, Texas, Warner Bros. Ready Player One arrives at SXSW. Ready Player One is one of the most anticipated films due to hit theaters on March 29th. Taking place in the year 2045, the world based on Ernest Cline’s best selling novel is bleak.
VR Bites
MAY 26, 2016
My name is Austin Hooper, and I make virtual reality gaming videos! I decided to play a little more Chronos on my Oculus Rift CV1 today. Hope you guys enjoy! With my trusty Oculus Rift, GearVR, Razer Hydras, and many more VR gadgetry, I try to find the best and most compelling experiences to share with the world! VR is here, and I’m coming right along with it. So, I hope you’ll join me on my adventure into VR! And like I always say, I’ll see you in another reality!
Road to VR
APRIL 25, 2017
Comedy Living Room, the stand-up comedy show created by Matt Lottman and Frank Chad Muniz (and literally held in a living room), is hosting its first show in VR on Thursday, April 27th at 5pm PT.
Cats and VR
MAY 10, 2017
Google has made an interesting play to solidify it's VR lineup for the future. Welcome Owlchemy Labs to Google. They've created award-winning games like Job Simulator and Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality.
Road to VR
OCTOBER 6, 2017
Born out of the founder’s lifetime love affair with sci-fi, surrealism, and a fortuitous road trip across the US, the story of Magic Leap’s founding reads like a beat generation novel about discovering magic in ordinary experiences.
VRScout
SEPTEMBER 23, 2017
With— PLNAR , an app built using Apple’s ARKit and developed by the Austin-based company SmartPicture Technologies—that’s all about to change. Coming off of the heels of Apple’s iOS 11, PLNAR makes creating a floor plan easier (and more fun) with an iPhone.
VRScout
AUGUST 23, 2016
The Austin-based film festival will be premiering VR content for the first time. For the first time, virtual reality will be making its debut at Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas September 22-29.
AWE Blog
JULY 6, 2018
Austin’s Ambiq Micro Adds $11M for Energy-Efficient Microcontrollers ( Xconomy ). Catch up on the latest in XR highlights, funding news and launch announcements. By Tom Emrich. Highlights. It’s been another busy week in AR+VR! In addition to keeping you up-to-date on the top AR+VR news, funding activity, and launch announcements, here are there three stories you need to know: the big LBE opportunity, VR a billion dollar sector and 2019 iPhone rumors.
Cats and VR
AUGUST 3, 2016
With several great moves Owlchemy is doing a great job and that has turned that into a $5 million series A investment from Qualcomm Ventures, HTC, The VR Fund, Colopl Next, Capital Factory, and several Austin area investors. This is an incredible time for Owlchemy Labs.
VRScout
DECEMBER 2, 2016
Barton Creek 14 — Austin, TX. The Assassin’s Creed film is now in theaters and it’s rolling out in style with a companion VR experience playable at select movie theaters across the United States.
Road to VR
SEPTEMBER 30, 2017
Play musical flora and fauna to reveal Austin Wintory’s enchanting score. Luna is an intriguing looking title coming from indie studio Funomena , and backed by some of the minds behind indie PS3 blockbuster Journey (2012).
AllThingsVR
SEPTEMBER 2, 2016
Despite founding just five months ago, the Austin, Tex.-based TheWave VR Is Working With Google to Change How You Experience Live Music Adam Arrigo had always wanted to be a musician.
VRScout
APRIL 8, 2018
Seattle, and Austin. Why Silicon Valley is looking north for new investment opportunities. Surrounded by towering mountains, picturesque lakes, and urban beaches, it’s easy to forget that Vancouver hosts a booming technology industry. For those in the know, that’s starting to change.
VRScout
MARCH 26, 2018
If you’re unfamiliar with the annual South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, it’s basically a celebration of, well, everything. Sony unleashes VR music video with projection mapping technology at SXSW.
UploadVR
OCTOBER 6, 2017
Based in Austin and Los Angeles, TheWaveVR raised a $4 million seed round earlier this year. With the release of its latest collaboration, TheWaveVR continues to push the boundaries of VR and make a name for itself building mind-bending virtual worlds centered on music.
VR Bites
AUGUST 30, 2016
My name is Austin Hooper, and I make virtual reality gaming videos! ” IT’S FINALLY HERE! The very first episode of Vivecraft, our new Minecraft VR series! Join us as we attempt to survive in a perilous world, fighting monsters, hunger, and not trying to kill ourselves! All within the HTC Vive using the Vivecraft mod! With my trusty Oculus Rift, GearVR, Razer Hydras, and many more VR gadgetry, I try to find the best and most compelling experiences to share with the world!
VRScout
APRIL 25, 2018
Austin, Texas-based video game developer Owlchemy Labs struck gold with their 2016 smash hit, Job Simulator. We go hands-on with the successor to Owlchemy Labs’ wildly popular flagship VR title.
VR Bites
MAY 28, 2016
My name is Austin Hooper , and I make virtual reality gaming videos! Mann I was SO excited to do this video as soon as I saw the profile on VorpX! Here you go guys, DOOM 2016 IN VR WITH THE OCULUS RIFT! With my trusty Oculus Rift, GearVR, Razer Hydras, and many more VR gadgetry, I try to find the best and most compelling experiences to share with the world! VR is here, and I’m coming right along with it. So, I hope you’ll join me on my adventure into VR!
UploadVR
MAY 21, 2017
Kim Pallister, the director of Intel’s virtual reality center of excellence, moderated a fireside chat about that topic with science fiction writer Austin Grossman at our recent GamesBeat Summit 2017: How games, sci-fi, and tech create real-world magic. Above: Kim Pallister (left) of Intel quizzed sci-fi novelist Austin Grossman at GamesBeat Summit 2017. Above: Kim Pallister of Intel talks with Austin Grossman (right) about the future of virtual reality.
UploadVR
JANUARY 31, 2018
Austin, United States. Over the last few years a busy conference circuit has emerged for creators and enthusiasts interested in VR and AR technology, and 2018 is already full of events throughout the year. We’ll update this list of VR and AR-related events from time to time as more dates are announced. If we’ve missed a big one, please email tips@uploadvr.com with information about the conference or event and we’ll periodically update this post.
VRScout
JANUARY 23, 2017
LEAD ARTISTS: Nicole McDonald, KC Austin, Tay Strathairn.
UploadVR
OCTOBER 21, 2016
The show stars Sofia Black-D’elia, Olivia Boreham-Wing, Michael Siberry, Austin Caudwell and Lewis Cancelmi and is produced by Julina Tatlock, who previously produced the tv show “Who Cares About Girls?”
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