XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JUNE 29, 2022

The MRTK is a set of components with plugins, samples, and documentation designed to help the development of MR applications using gaming engines from either Unreal Engine or Unity, providing two versions of the solution – MRTK-Unity and MRTK for Unreal. Understanding the MRTK-Unity Toolkit for MR Developers. UI controls.

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ARPost

JULY 4, 2023

This immersive technology (coined “spatial computing” by Apple), which encompasses virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality, is set to experience a significant boost from Apple’s entry into the field. This marks a departure from traditional interaction methods, offering a more immersive experience for users.

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ARPost

JULY 7, 2023

The idea of digital twins has been conceptually important to immersive technology and related ideas like the metaverse for some time – not to mention their practical employment, particularly in enterprise. This virtual world can be controlled from the backend by VR. That means lots of data – and doing new things with it.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

RGB Haptics is a new Unity-based tool that aims to make it easier for developers to create and implement haptic effects in VR games. Used correctly, haptics make VR games more playable and immersive. Custom waveform editor window, allowing you to design waveforms without ever leaving Unity.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Last week we had a first look at the controllers, while this week we had quite a confusing leak about its product line, which, if confirmed, would show an ambitious plan by the Chinese company. Immersed is a reliable company, but it never shipped a headset, so I’ll feel more confident when the first people receive their units.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 24, 2024

Today, Microsoft is making its long—awaited Mesh for Teams immersive VR meeting platform available for enterprise end users. According to Microsoft, the immersive Mesh meeting spaces foster various enterprise use cases such as employee onboarding, town halls, brainstorming sessions, team socials, and networking events.

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ARVR

AUGUST 31, 2021

Founded by members of Unity, Interhaptics , Senseglove , and Nanoport. link] Aldin Dynamics is an Icelandic VR software company founded in early 2013, focused on creating believable virtual reality experiences and technologies to sustain presence and immersion. What are the challenges behind the creation of an immersive VR game?

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Despite its many features, the device is relatively easy to use, even for those brand new to immersive technology. From the impressive 3D visuals to the easy-to-use software, Looking Glass Factory has crafted an impressive hologram machine that doesn’t break the bank, which is a rare combination in today’s market.

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ARVR

JULY 22, 2020

Training Professionals: Take Control of Your VR Content [link] Many training professionals want direct control over their virtual reality (VR) training content. You cede direct control over your content to the developers. Developers build everything in Unity or Unreal, including all training modules.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

JUNE 7, 2023

An infinite digital canvas is how Apple sees its immersive product. Some integrated applications are marking a first immersive launch, while others have already established an immersive base following periods operating on pre-existing XR devices. Volumes Moreover, volumes are Vision Pro’s RT3D immersive experiences.

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The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

After the latest Unite event, Unity has released in Open Beta the tools to develop applications for the Apple Vision Pro. The development packages are usable only by people having Unity Pro or Enterprise, but the documentation is publicly available for everyone to see. PC), it can be built and deployed on all other platforms (e.g.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Meanwhile, the immersive industry is coming closer to a potential paradigm shift in 2024, as big technology brands plan to make a mark on the emerging sector. Moreover, Michael Guerin said that over the next few years, immersive and spatial storytelling experiences would become “much more prevalent in the next three to five years.”

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 26, 2023

But there’s even more: Unity has already published a page about how it is possible to build for the Quest 3 using not only the XR Interaction Toolkit, but also AR Foundation. Unity page also confirms that the headset will provide plane detection, so you will be able for instance to detect the walls and the desks in your room.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 26, 2022

He noted that the immersive opportunities for business are endless thanks to HaptX Gloves G1 hardware. The G1 device comes with a rich software development kit (SDK), enabling clients to integrate the HaptX brand of realistic feedback into custom immersive applications using Unreal Engine and Unity.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 12, 2024

VR gloves are a wearable XR accessory designed to enhance immersion with spatial computing capabilities and sensory feedback. In the corporate landscape, haptic gloves can offer a more immersive experience to users working on prototypes for new products in the virtual world. What are VR Gloves and How Do They Work?

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ARPost

JANUARY 16, 2023

Arcturus , volumetric video editing and streaming tools provider, has been at the forefront of virtual production, revolutionizing immersive content experiences across a vast range of verticals. Unity users can now enjoy improved OMS playback with their HoloSuite plugins. Framing the Future of Video.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 18, 2023

Varjo, a manufacturer and innovator of MR headsets, is a joint partner in many enterprise-grade immersive operations, notably vehicle training and simulation. Varjo released a report highlighting a recent partner success story with FORCE Technology to provide cost-efficient maritime immersive training solutions.

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ARVR

JUNE 29, 2022

Worldwide Point Cloud to be Used by Users” Immersal : collaboratively turning the world into a point cloud, which is ready for location-based AR content. link] Maintenance Brainpad by Joinpad : management system for enterprise maintenance using a Super Simple device with Super Simple software. I hope it works as they advertise.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The purchase enables Meta to leverage technology that simulates user touch and feel feedback from a controller or glove. The latest acquisition announcement comes after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) blocked Meta’s purchase of the immersive fitness and wellness application Within in late July.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 20, 2023

The Meta Quest and Quest Pro models contain outward-facing tracking cameras and software replicating user gestures in an immersive environment. Additionally, Handy leverages Unity to create alembic files that a developer imports into Blender to create a realistically animated hand model. Meta Debuts Hand-Tracking v2.1

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VRScout

AUGUST 8, 2022

Whether you’re on a standalone VR device such as the Meta Quest 2 or one of the many PC VR headsets currently available, you’ll find no shortage of incredible games and apps to immerse yourself in. Players are tasked with using their motion controllers to slice neon-colored bricks to the beat of an eclectic EDM soundtrack.

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VRScout

JUNE 15, 2021

Donkey Kong VR is a fully immersive VR experience built specifically for the Oculus Quest 2 that has you playing the role of Mario as you face off against the giant gorilla in your quest to save Pauline. In order to develop his next-gen homage, Nathan employed the Unity game engine to transform the 2D arcade game into a 3D VR world.

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Peter Graham

MARCH 3, 2020

Soon the standalone headset will get its own foot controller in the form of 3dRudder Pro Wireless. The 3dRudder Pro Wireless has been designed to offer a control option for both Oculus Quest and Android-based standalone headsets. Additionally, there is a Unity asset and an Unreal Engine plugin. EUR/$199.00

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 14, 2023

Unity continues to enhance its XR Interaction Toolkit (XRI) this week as the RT3D graphics engine provider works towards establishing its product as a tool for immersive enterprise and consumer application development. Unity XRI version 2.4.0 Additionally, Unity XRI 2.4.0 Following a landmark 2.3 Version 2.4.0

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

AUGUST 9, 2022

Meta Platforms unveiled last week the latest iteration of its hand-tracking technologies as a demo for developers, allowing users to explore virtual worlds with their hands rather than physical controllers. Modular systems for adjusting hand-tracking functions such as pose recognition and velocity tracking.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 27, 2023

RealWear Exploring various aspects of the immersive technology landscape, RealWear produces sensors, apps, and hardware for the XR space. They also come with powerful processors built-in to enable streamlined and immersive experiences with minimal effort. So, where should business buyers start their search for the ultimate headset?

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Hand-tracking, controllers. One half of the office had desks where the software was tested, the other half of the room was full of hardware. I’ve tried the Lynx R-1 in VR mode too which employs the ‘immersive cover’ and shows you a purely virtual world instead of passthrough AR. Software & Content. Controllers.

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ARPost

MAY 5, 2023

Developing MOFA , an immersive multiplayer AR live-action RPG, further set Hu’s name as a trailblazer in mixed reality. Recently, the company hasalso released the HoloKit Unity SDK to empower developers in creating copresence experiences. VR is gaining widespread use across industries.

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AR Insider

AUGUST 6, 2021

For example, PCs are defined by the ways we control them, such as keyboard and mice. The same goes for mobile (touch and voice) and gaming (controllers). And given spatial computing’s depth of sensory immersion, these interfaces need to be much more multi-dimensional than your keyboard. Can Advertising Scale in VR?

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The Ghost Howls

DECEMBER 4, 2023

It is relevant that for the first time, a Varjo headset is adding integrated audio and integrated controllers. Virtual Desktop Guy Godin commented on the news saying that he is not worried much by Steam Link, since his software offers many more functionalities , and it also works with the Meta PC runtime games (e.g. Lone Echo).

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

As Extended Reality (XR) technologies evolve and become increasingly popular, business leaders and developers must search for new ways to create and share immersive content. RT3D engines have emerged as one of the most valuable tools for designing immersive AR/MR/VR experiences.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

APRIL 1, 2023

Using powerful modelling software and immersive hardware, many businesses are already experimenting with holographic experiences for training, entertainment, and marketing. So, which companies are leading the way to a new era of holographic content?

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Covering all forms of immersive tech, from virtual to augmented, and mixed reality, XR is a key component in how the relationship between humans and computers is evolving. Creating a phenomenal XR experience requires the careful alignment of software and hardware solutions. Edge and Cloud Computing. Hand-Eye Tracking.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 5, 2023

This directional input device allows users to walk, run, and crouch within a VR environment without controller inputs. The Omni One product allows users to explore VR by walking on the treadmill in any direction to reach complete immersion. I think it breaks the immersion. It makes people motion sick as well.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 16, 2022

Some people even found the demo pretty underwhelming, but actually, I know that the strength of Meta all these years has been the software updates. Another cool announcement has been the one of Immersive View for Google Maps. Even worse, Unity has lost -30% of its stock value. Lenovo to launch a new MR headset.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JULY 31, 2023

Last Thursday, leading hand-tracking firm SpectreXR announced a strategic collaboration with XR headset vendor HTC VIVE via its Linkedin account to drive innovation, immersion, and realistic interaction on the latter’s product portfolio. via Untiy’s Asset Store.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JANUARY 22, 2024

Creating the most immersive XR experiences requires more than just the best visuals or spatial audio technologies. Eye and hand tracking technologies embedded into wearable devices, or delivered through external sensors, provide the feedback that applications need to optimize the immersive experience for each user.

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