VRScout

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Could Microsoft’s high-tech floormat be the future of at-home 4D entertainment? According to a patent filed by Microsoft to the United States Patent & Trademark Office earlier this week, the company has been experimenting with the idea of a unique VR floor mat device designed to enhance users immersion.

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Road to VR

APRIL 22, 2024

Meta today announced it’s opening its operating system to third-parties , and has named three heavy weights that have pledged support for its newly renamed Meta Horizon OS: Asus, Lenovo, and Microsoft’s Xbox. “All of these devices will benefit from our long-term collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.,

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

The industry legend gives his thoughts on VR, AR, location-based entertainment, and more. Topics ranged from the Oculus Quest and the future of location-based entertainment to AR headsets, artificial intelligence, and the potential behind Elon Musk’s Neuralink. Image Credit: Joe Rogan Experience. [

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VRScout

MARCH 8, 2022

The app uses a combination of AR and AI technology to project life-like 3D holograms over your real-world environment using an iPhone and compatible XR devices. No prior experience with immersive technology is required in order to operate. No prior experience with immersive technology is required in order to operate.

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APRIL 28, 2017

One of Microsoft’s newest leaders in mixed reality, Mark Bolas, took the stage for a few minutes at Acer’s press conference this week and put into human terms the company’s goals with the technology. Now he is helping define the company’s strategy and vision moving forward into the new medium.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Over the years, Orlando has become a leading hub for tech companies that want to innovate and explore the capabilities of emerging technologies. Orlando then became the epicenter of experiential entertainment when Walt Disney came to town. Disney is working with local companies to develop AR/VR technology.

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The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Yesterday I discovered that a friend of mine wants to propose as “Vitillo’s law” or “Skarred’s law” the law that every innovative technology we are waiting for is always coming in “5 to 10 years”. Image by Sony Interactive Entertainment). The collaboration between Microsoft and Samsung is now over. Top news of the week.

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ARPost

JANUARY 13, 2023

Designed to deliver unique audiovisual experiences, the glasses utilize HARMAN AudioEFX technology , which delivers immersive audio experiences via a near-ear surround system and electrochromic film, which enables users to switch between Immersive and Ambient modes.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MAY 16, 2023

European Union (EU) regulators have backed the Microsoft-Activision Blizzard acquisition, the European Commission revealed on Monday. If successful, the deal has set a precedent for Microsoft to become the largest gaming buyout in history. Microsoft ‘s commitments will enable the streaming of games in any cloud game streaming service.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Recent technological advancements have pushed the envelope of what modern technologies are capable of. Furthermore, these innovations have greatly changed the way users interact with such technologies. Unfortunately, such beliefs stem from a misunderstanding of the technology and how it works. until 2028.

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MAY 1, 2017

Brandon Bray, Principal Program Manager at Microsoft, took the stage at Unity’s Vision VR/AR Summit 2017 to show a little more of what Microsoft has planned for the VR side of things when the first Windows Holographic headsets come later this year. image courtesy Unity Technologies. .”

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 26, 2023

Today, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) blocked Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, which provides the “ building blocks ” for its Metaverse. Microsoft first announced its acquisition in 2022.

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VRScout

JUNE 15, 2019

The Unreal Garden, a large-scale multiplayer AR experience from The Entertainment Software Association and Onedome, offered E3 2019 attendess an escape from the chaos, turning 6,000 sq. “The Unreal Garden @ E3 provides a world-class opportunity for E3 attendees to explore the intersection of technology and human experience.”

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

OCTOBER 24, 2022

One such platform, the Microsoft Reactor meetup, has united many thought leaders, tech giants, and organisations as a guiding compass for the growing community of technology enthusiasts, developers, journalists, and even senior executives. Excellent @Microsoft Reactor #meetup in #London with @VR2AR , Alexander Karim, and @seanmtracey.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 9, 2023

Microsoft has picked volumetric video company Arcturus as its primary marketing partner for its Microsoft Mixed Reality Capture Studios (MRCS) solution provider. Mistry added, “The MRCS technology gives us the opportunity to work with some of the best creators and studios in the world.

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The Ghost Howls

DECEMBER 26, 2023

It was not a perfect day because I also had some work-related issues to cope with, but it’s part of life when you are working with cutting-edge technologies I’m curious to know how the holidays are going for you, so answer this post letting me know how life is going for you! Microsoft in the end has decided to deprecate it.

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Upload VR

APRIL 22, 2024

They'll have access to the same core software and platform services as Meta Quest headsets, including Meta's tracking and mixed reality technology and store. A line of headsets for "productivity, learning, and entertainment" from Lenovo. Headsets running the platform will feature a "Built with Meta Horizon OS" sticker on the box.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Others will focus on XR technology in entertainment, including XR art, gaming, media, and location-based entertainment. This year, over 80 XR technology companies will be in attendance to exhibit their latest and greatest tech. The Auggie Awards for XR Technology. creative director BC Biermann. AWE USA 2019 Day 2.

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VRScout

AUGUST 5, 2022

SEAT & CUPRA) – Immersive Design Check (IMDCH) Spinview – Spinview’s Vision OS for Global Media & Entertainment Spinview – Spinview’s Vision OS for Transport for London WaveFunction, Lda – Metaverse Car Showroom. VR Location-Based Entertainment of the Year. VR Social Impact Award.

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ARPost

JANUARY 18, 2022

As we move further towards engaging with a completely virtual online world, tech giants such as Meta and Microsoft continue to lead the way. After acquiring Oculus in 2014, Meta is planning to change the digital world as we know it, developing digital avatars that can connect work, communication, and entertainment. ” Microsoft.

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ARPost

JULY 7, 2021

Technology continues to converge with our everyday lives and, in many ways, it’s almost like a beautiful form of illusionary art as realities are overlayed and we can engage in ways not previously possible. Traditionally when viewing events with technology, people watch the action, but there’s little opportunity for interaction.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Microsoft’s Xbox, on the other hand, has remained continuously skeptical of VR technology and its place within modern entertainment. It appears as though Microsoft is banking on other companies doing the heavy-lifting before entering the market; a smart decision considering the relatively somewhat turbulent state of modern VR.

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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. Parkinson also noted other major trends would involve the “expansion of display technology” as well as further AI integrations.

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OCTOBER 30, 2016

Three veterans of first-person shooter games have formed Drifter Entertainment , a Seattle-based virtual reality game studio. He was also a chief technology officer at Microsoft on the HoloLens project, and he was the lead programmer on Gears of War and Gears of War 2. Image Credit: Drifter Entertainment.

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GizModo VR

JUNE 13, 2022

The Communications Workers of America announced today via press release that they have reached a labor neutrality agreement with Microsoft. The agreement has five core provisions, the most notable of which is Microsoft agreeing to remain neutral in employee unionization efforts. Read more.

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ARPost

MARCH 31, 2021

For millions of people around the world who have low vision, virtual reality offers a myriad of possibilities for entertainment and socialization. For example, assistive technologies for those with low vision aren’t always compatible with VR programs. However, it still has a long way to go in terms of accessibility and inclusivity.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

This past February, the company announced that it would be closing down its internal game development studio Stadia Games and Entertainment to focus entirely on expanding its lineup of third-party games. Despite these setbacks, however, Google has expressed zero interest in shuttering its cloud gaming platform.

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EON Reality

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

EON Reality hosted an exciting Mixed Reality partner event, based on future tech with Centro Computer and in collaboration with HP, Microsoft, and Samsung, including a full tour around EON Reality’s immersive showroom and AVR Platform demonstration.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JULY 28, 2023

Groups like Microsoft are leveraging a collapsing military contact to keep its IVAS device lineup alive for further funding, and HTC VIVE took note to explain the importance of enterprise end-users in discussion with the World Economic Forum. Microsoft Begin IVAS 1.2 Testing Microsoft may be fighting for Hololens.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 31, 2024

In January, Apple previewed some new “entertainment experiences” coming to the headset with the help of apps from Disney+, ESPN, Discovery+, and more. However, the Vision Pro is more than just a headset for immersive entertainment. Apple also works with Microsoft on solutions like Teams for the Apple Vision Pro.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 31, 2023

This week and last showed that various big technology firms are still serious about investing in the XR space. Avatars come to Microsoft Teams Microsoft launched Avatar for Teams on Monday, an immersive service that allows users to participate in meetings as a virtual person. Users of Teams can customize a business avatar.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

While the event focused primarily on consumer and entertainment innovations and use cases, it revealed critical details on the future of the XR industry and the technology fueling it. The new XR collaboration platform replaces Microsoft’s predecessor, AltspaceVR, and will debut in October as a public preview.

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ARPost

JUNE 9, 2020

Moreover, it seeks to highlight the creative possibilities of immersive technologies. VeeR , a virtual reality entertainment platform, will be highlighting the VeeR 360 Cinema at the event. The panel of experts consists of producers, curators, and distributors within the XR entertainment space.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MAY 29, 2023

Although the two emerging technologies differ, they work together to deepen connections between human beings and the digital world. Virtual reality combines hardware and software to immerse users in digital environments for numerous use cases, including learning, entertainment, therapy, and others. into their services and platforms.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Once considered science fiction, holographic technology has evolved at a rapid pace over the last several years. Everyone from marketing companies to entertainment venues can create massive video walls featuring realistic 3D holograms which, according to the company, are nearly indistinguishable from real life.

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VRScout

MAY 11, 2018

It appears as though the hybrid headset market is shaping up to be the latest trend in immersive entertainment as it’s now being reported that Samsung may be in the process of developing their own AR/VR headset similar to that of Apple’s recently announced device. “VR was once tapped as the next hot technology,” he or she continues.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Gradually, VR headsets became more intuitive and sophisticated, and new technologies emerged to give us a unique experience of the digital landscape. Most people still see VR as an entirely new concept designed to power experiences linked to work, entertainment, and training. may have been different a few years ago.

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