ARPost

AUGUST 3, 2022

The key difference between using AltspaceVR in a headset and using it on a desktop is the controls. Despite being a VR-first platform, the controls are, arguably, more easily navigable on desktop. The biggest benefits to the VR version are related to tracking. VR controllers enable hand tracking.

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Microsoft Head Tracking Hand tracking Controllers 385

Leapmotion

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

To take control of your own hardware integrations, check out Cylon.js to hack an Arduino. Frustrated by how he never has enough time, James Miller took matters into his own hands – creating a time control fantasy with Arduino and Processing. Code Fellows – Leap Motion Workshop. Here’s how you can make your own. Read more ».

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Hardware Leap Motion Austin Uganda 36

UploadVR Between Realities podcast

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Take on the role of a bullet and steer your way through complex levels searching for your target with head-tracked controls. A Large Quantity of Mushrooms, from Raw Lion Workshop. It’s a brilliant idea though it’s a recipe for simulator sickness too. Price: $9.99.

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Oculus Head Tracking Gaming Simulation 100

Road to VR

OCTOBER 24, 2016

The default environments are sensible, and more are available through Steam Workshop. BigScreen’s avatars are now customisable, the heads correspond to head-tracked motions, and the mouths animate when you speak.

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Virtual Reality Head Tracking Gaming Simulation 100