AR Insider

DECEMBER 17, 2020

We continue the narrative this week with Maher’s look at Google’s latest AR incubation in search results; Disney’s streaming play; and Twitter’s Squad. See the quick summary below, followed by embedded video. Their latest event is a bellwether for the future of Hollywood.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 16, 2020

New important events have been canceled because of the coronavirus…. A new week, a new list of events canceled because of the coronavirus outbreak. All the events from now to May will probably be canceled one by one … we VR people will have to wait a while before meeting again face by face. …and This is so sad.

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

But in China, they are very famous, and now they are also organizing a big event about XR called FBEC with hosts from all the major VR companies (HTC, Unity, Alibaba, Huawei, etc…). You are organizing an event in China on the 24th… can you tell us something more about it? What can the attendees expect from it?

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

APRIL 18, 2024

Recently, Google released an update to its Quest 3 YouTube application, which allows users to stream 8K videos to their Meta Quest 3 – at least in theory. Despite the update, Quest 3 headsets cannot stream up to 8K video, as the device’s quality is capped at 4K.

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AR Insider

JULY 20, 2020

“Trendline” is AR Insider’s series that examines trends and events in spatial computing, and their strategic implications. But could greater impact come from the biggest ad giant of all: Google? But the concept of 3D/AR models populating search results took a step forward with Google’s Swirl rollout. Proof Points.

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VRScout

MAY 8, 2018

Google VR becomes Google AR & VR as the company uses its annual I/O event to tease a new wave of augmented technology. Google wasted no time at this years Google I/O Developer Conference , diving head first into some truly jaw dropping projects that are making their way to our devices.

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XR Today - VR Headsets tag

MARCH 4, 2024

The event always wows spectators with a rich lineup of technology vendors and innovations; however, in 2024, XR took centre stage with many firms highlighting major products, addressing device debuts, and entering the market. At the event, AWS collaborated with Proto Holograms to showcase a new system powered by Amazon Bedrock.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 9, 2018

While there wasn’t much news on the VR front from Google at today’s New York hardware event except from learning that the new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3XL are compatible with Daydream View VR headsets, Google did introduce a new slate augmented reality (AR) stickers that will have you taking selfies with Iron Man.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 4, 2017

With new updates to Google’s Daydream View headset, the unveiling of Pixel 2, and a preview of AR Stickers that included packs for Stranger Things and Star Wars , Google also teased a slew of new apps and experiences built with ARCore by their partners. Image Credit: Google/Grab Games. We can’t wait to see more!

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AR Insider

JANUARY 25, 2021

Finally, why in the name of the geek gods is Google shutting down Poly? Google’s own Tilt Brush, an important content creation tool, relies on Poly. Tilt Brush co-creator Patrick Hackett just left Google, too. The company specializes in virtual concerts and events, usually for musical performances. Not a good sign.

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The Ghost Howls

JULY 17, 2023

More info (Roblox is coming to Quest — Road To VR) More info (Roblox is coming to Quest — Upload VR) More info (Roblox on Quest may increase scrutiny on the platform) Other relevant news (Image by WIRED) Mark Lucovsky has left Google Mark Lucovsky has just left Google. The result is so cool that I invite you all to watch this video.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Daydream VR, Google’s high-end VR platform for select Android smartphones, may be seeing its time in the spotlight at the company’s hardware-focused event today. Although Google hasn’t said specifically whether Daydream will be making an appearance, you’d better watch to find out.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

But this is no animated video and I’m not watching this on a screen. We are all in AltspaceVR, a VR social platform that lets you meet people from around the world and attend live events. Check out this short “flattie” video showcasing the 1st WXR Pitch Showcase, held in VR. — Sarah Hill (@SarahMidMO) January 6, 2018.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Here’s a video tour of Google’s eagerly awaited Daydream VR headset ‘View’, revealed today for the first time. Google’s latest announcements, made today at a special hardware-focussed event, add the final missing pieces to its forthcoming assault on the mobile VR space.

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VRScout

AUGUST 24, 2017

Google’s YouTube Creator Academy shows us the finer points in 360° video production. Last year Google’s YouTube Creator Academy gave us the low-down on some of the biggest mistakes made while shooting in 360° with the video How Not To Shoot 360° Video. You can also direct a viewer’s gaze by moving the camera.

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VRScout

AUGUST 29, 2021

Companies can host virtual events and secure their own private spaces on “Moon Valley” using this ambitious VR coworking platform. Built for remote teams such as startups, innovative global organizations, and educational institutions, participants are able to join or host events and secure their own private spaces on “Moon Valley.”

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VRScout

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Last year Google showed us their commitment to VR, unveiling a Daydream View VR headset , Daydream platform, and Pixel phone. Now exactly a year later, Google is back again with VR updates and an additional focus on augmented reality (AR). Last year Google launched with 25 apps and games on Daydream. ARCore & AR Stickers.

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VRScout

AUGUST 8, 2017

The association has already partnered with Google to create the MLB At Bat VR experience for the Daydream platform earlier this year, as well as the MLB Homerun Derby VR game. And these are just the subjects of the first four episodes, with more videos featuring other players planned to release during key moments of the MLB season. “We

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

JULY 21, 2022

Google reentered the augmented reality (AR) technology scene on Tuesday by announcing new public testing plans for its smart glasses prototype. During testing, Google will deploy prototypes to Google staff and “trusted testers.” Google (@Google) May 11, 2022. Live AR Translation.

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VRScout

MAY 3, 2018

Celebrate the life and genius of French illusionist & film director Georges Méliès in this adorable Google Spotlight Story. If you’ve logged onto the Google homepage at some point today you may have already noticed a particularly interesting Google Doodle posted above the search bar. Image Credit: Google Spotlight Stories.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Meta has been the last news mentioned at this Connect, but actually all the event was conceived just to arrive at this final announcement. The rest of the event has been different than the previous Oculus/Facebook Connects. This event was instead all about explaining what is the metaverse. And he kept his word.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 22, 2022

If you are from the EMEA region, and you use my special link to register for the conference and then you watch one of the event sessions, you will participate in a raffle to win an amazing RTX3080 Ti graphics card! :O. It was even featured on Google News. Image by Google). Google acquires micro-LED startup Raxium.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Exclusive to Pixel smartphones is an experience called ‘AR Stickers’ Built into the camera app, this enables creative use of augmented reality objects and animated characters giving users new ways of capturing unique video moments to express themselves.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

JULY 21, 2023

After months of tinkering and testing, Project Iris, Google’s latest AR innovation, appears to be another “Google Glass Failure.” For years, Google has been toying with the idea of becoming a real competitor in the extended reality market. But for all its innovation and resources, Google’s AR ideas never really seem to pan out.

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AR Insider

JULY 19, 2019

XR Talks is a series that features the best presentations and educational videos from the XR universe. It includes embedded video, as well as narrative analysis and top takeaways. One of the most anticipated and potentially-useful forms of AR has been Google’s VPS walking directions. Speakers’ opinions are their own.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

MAY 17, 2017

Google I/O’s 2017 keynote kicked off with some exciting statistics, showing off just how impactful and widespread the company’s applications are. There are 800 million Google Drive users and 500 million active Google Photos users. Pichai followed this up with the announcement of Google Lens.

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Road to VR

JUNE 16, 2020

According to its list of supported devices , the premium video streaming service will quietly be discontinuing its VR apps on PSVR, Oculus Go, and all Microsoft Windows Mixed Reality headsets. SEE ALSO 'Bigscreen' Brings On-Demand Movies in New 'Movies & Events' Update.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Augmented reality has been making waves in a number of industries including healthcare, events, and sports. It’s been pivotal in aiding remote experts during COVID-19, for example, allowing them to view the physical world in video and annotate objects during video calls.

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ARPost

JUNE 9, 2020

Tribeca Film Festival, VeeR VR, Positron, and many others will be sharing their content at the three-day event as well. So, wondering what to expect at the upcoming event? We had the opportunity to interview Elie Levasseur, Cannes XR Virtual’s representative, and ask him how the event came to be. Let’s jump right in.

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Road to VR

JUNE 4, 2018

NextVR , the company specializing in live VR sports and entertainment broadcasting, has already begun its public debut of the new high-resolution video format teased back at CES earlier this year, which comes via free, on-demand game highlights of the 2018 NBA Finals featuring the Golden State Warriors vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JUNE 2, 2023

Several companies from both verticals have begun exploring immersive video features across communications platforms. BlueJeans has remained a longstanding partner of immersive solutions providers like Microsoft, Vuzix, Magic Leap, Mootup, and Google Glass Enterprise. Joe McStravick : Good question.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Today at Google’s press event announcing the Pixel phone and Daydream View headset, the company detailed VR content on the way to the Daydream Android VR platform. Along with Daydream VR apps and experiences we’ve seen previously, Google today announced a group of exciting content on the way to the platform.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Today at MWC 2024, Samsung unveiled an upcoming XR headset the firm created alongside partners Google and Qualcomm, with a scheduled release window coming in 2025. At the event, Samsung unveiled several innovative tech products, including the immersive device, a smart ring, and an assistive mobility robotics device.

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Upload VR

MAY 31, 2022

Video game designers often make objects in the environment glow or stand out to let players know what’s interactable. Holz was able to join our virtual studio to walk us through the research which he summarizes at the start of the video embedded below. “We can make sense of events as they happen in the shared environment.”

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VRScout

MAY 17, 2016

We’re just under a day away until Google’s annual I/O event kicks off and we can expect virtual reality to be a hot topic during the developers conference. Even if you’re not one of the lucky few to be in attendance, Google will of course broadcast the keynote live on YouTube so you don’t miss out.

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Road to VR

JULY 11, 2017

AltspaceVR supports cross-play between Google Daydream, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Gear VR and traditional monitors. check out the video below). The post Meet Bill Nye in VR & ‘TheWaveVR’ Concert, Two Virtual Events Worth Attending This Wednesday appeared first on Road to VR. Bill Nye in AltspaceVR.

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TechCrunch VR

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Step forward Cosmos Video , which has a virtual venues platform that allows people to work, hang out and socialize together. Cosmos allows users to create virtual venues by combining game mechanics with video chat. As you move your avatars closer to one another person you can video chat with them, as you might in real life.

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