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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ARVR

MAY 24, 2022

Last week, Google held its annual I/O developer conference?—?and Buried in all the keynote action, there was also a notable nugget for AR: Google Lens is now used for 8 billion visual searches per month. To put that in perspective, it’s still miles from the 2 trillion+ total annual Google search queries. in Google fashion?—?is

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Last week Google released a beta of Chrome 81 for Android, Chrome OS, Linux, macOS, and Windows, which means a stable version is just around the corner. Google first included WebVR, the VR-focused predecessor to the WebXR API, in Chrome 66 back in April 2018. Image courtesy Google.

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AR Insider

MARCH 11, 2020

For example, Apple’s wearables are seeing strong revenue growth and offsetting smartphone revenue deceleration in the near term. After examining Amazon and Microsoft , it’s time to zero in on Google. For Google that of course means search. Several Google moves over the past decade had that same underlying goal.

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AR Insider

OCTOBER 23, 2020

The most notable updates came from Google, Apple and Facebook, in order of recency. This includes Google’s updates to its visual search efforts; Apple’s Lidar-powered iPhone 12 Pro; and Facebook’s developments in Live Maps, experimental AR glasses … and of course Quest 2. Let’s dive in… Google .

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ARVR

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

For example, augmented reality is one such innovative technology, allowing us to visually represent all kinds of 3D objects with no physical form. As they learn, many students find it difficult to perceive theoretical information without any visuals or relatable examples. Augmented reality in schools What is AR in school?

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VRScout

MAY 28, 2019

While VR technology may have been absent at this year’s I/O Developer Conference in Mountain View, California, Google did reveal several AR and machine learning-based updates coming soon to Google Lens. Image Credit: Google. Image Credit: Google. Of course, the update does much more than translate.

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Road to VR

JUNE 30, 2020

Google unveiled a method of capturing and streaming volumetric video, something Google researchers say can be compressed down to a lightweight format capable of even being rendered on standalone VR/AR headsets. If you’re looking for more examples of Google’s volumetric video, you can check them out here.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Google introduces customizable backgrounds, new animation settings, and realistic reflections. Google Poly editor in-action. Image Credit: Google. Immersive ads running on Google’s Swirl platform. Image Credit: Google. Image Credit: Google. Feature Image Credit: Google.

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ARVR

JULY 11, 2022

In AR, Apple is a good example of this, given its work to seed user demand and developer interest through ARkit and other mobile means. But greater impact could come from the web’s most traveled destination: Google. More specifically, Google continues to enable search results to come to life in 3D and AR.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 22, 2024

Zuck’s genius move before Google I/O I was kinda shocked reading this piece of news, but I was also quite happy because I’m all in for open platforms, and seeing finally Meta breaking the walls of its walled garden is for me a good thing. And with the operating system comes also Meta’s store.

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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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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 20, 2023

More info (Official statement by Mark Zuckerberg) More info (Meta to lay off 10,000 people — Road To VR) More info (Meta to lay off 10,000 people — Upload VR) More info (Meta focusing more on AI — Yahoo Finance) More info (Meta focusing more on AI — CNN) Other relevant news Google is discontinuing Glass It’s the end of an era.

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VRScout

AUGUST 29, 2017

And as developers continued to experiment with the ARKit platform, creating some pretty killer apps , it left us scratching our heads wondering where Google fell into this mix now. Google has been investing heavily on the hardware side with Tango, requiring specialized devices to augment our reality. Image Credit: Google.

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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

AUGUST 8, 2017

Here’s three examples worth checking out. SEE ALSO For Google, the Future of VR Is on the Open Web with WebVR & WebAR. – – — – – That’s just a small selection of some good examples of WebVR demo content. Know any others that people should check out? Let us know in the comments!

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

MAY 22, 2023

For example, firms like Walmart and Ikea have smartphone applications for customers to position new furniture items in their homes or try on clothes. 2023: Enter Google ARCore Google’s convenient and easy-to-access ARSDK facilitates the development of WebAR experiences for cross-platform delivery.

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Road to VR

APRIL 20, 2018

Google recently pushed out Chrome 66, the latest update to the company’s web browser. Unbeknownst to the VR community, Google also quietly included WebVR integration for OpenVR-compatible headsets including Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows “Mixed Reality” VR headsets. Google WebVR Experiments.

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The Ghost Howls

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Image by Google). Google is reportedly working on an AR operating system. In some of my past newsletters, I warned you that we shouldn’t forget about Google/Alphabet in the race to our mixed reality future. Now we have finally an official confirmation of the fact that Google is working on an AR device. Tilt Brush).

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Road to VR

AUGUST 30, 2017

Google released a preview version of ARCore for Android yesterday, the company’s answer to Apple’s ARKit. Built by George Michael Brower with friends at Google Creative Lab. Built by Jane Friedhoff with friends at Google Creative Lab using Unity and ARCore. Built with Unity and ARCore. Portal Painter. Draw and Dance.

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Road to VR

MAY 8, 2018

Today at Google I/O 2018, Google announced upgrades to its ARCore augmented reality technology, including a new feature called Cloud Anchors which will let developers create multi-user applications where devices can share an augmented environment. Today at Google I/O 2018, the company revealed the latest upgrades to ARCore.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

MAY 18, 2017

Such a concept doesn’t actually exist — at least not yet — but Google is starting to look into the idea. Imagine going to an online furniture retailer, for example, and with a few simple clicks being able to place a virtual couch in your living room. But what about WebAR? Facebook Twitter Reddit More.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

So far in 2016 we’ve seen Samsung’s Note 7 go from everyone’s favorite cell phone to everyone’s favorite explosive device , the release of Google’s brand new Pixel line with DayDream support and Apple start riots over the removal of the headphone jack from the iPhone 7. One example is the addicting business simulation game Towers For Tango.

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VRScout

JULY 6, 2017

For the last month I’ve been working with Google to test Blocks, a new VR creation tool that enables anyone to 3D model low polygon objects without training. A box, for example, is made out of six polygons. Below are examples of how far these models can be taken with rendering software. Google VR (@googlevr) July 6, 2017.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

For example, during the training of police officers, it is possible to simulate situations of pursuit, detention, and interrogation while teaching students the best legal practices, quick and correct reactions, and respect for human rights at the same time. Image Credit: Google. VISUALIZE THE CONCEPTS AND PROVOKE EMOTIONS.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This week, Google is rolling out a long-awaited update for its Maps service, integrating augmented reality (AR) navigation visualizations, search functions, and immersive retail tools, 9 to 5 Mac reported. The software giant first previewed Google Maps Live View’s AR functions in September.

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GizModo VR

JUNE 3, 2021

There was a time not too long ago when it felt like a lot of Google’s devices lacked an identity. But since the release of the Pixel 3a , Google has really carved out a niche when it comes to making simple but still affordable gadgets that are big on value. Google is now applying this approach to wireless audio with… Read more.

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Bernard Marr

JANUARY 4, 2023

Google AutoML. Ok, so Google’s first no-code AI solution isn't for complete beginners, as some understanding of ML is recommended. Everything runs in Google Cloud, so it will be familiar to anyone who has used other Google productivity tools. Google Teachable Machine.

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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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Mashable VR

MAY 27, 2022

Google Street View offers up a window to the world in all its bizarre , intimate , and often raw glory. Specifically, you can ask Google to permanently blur your house out — leaving only a smeared suggestion of a building in its place. Google pulled the images down. Go to Google Maps and enter your home address 2.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

MAY 17, 2017

Clay Bavor, VP of VR for Google, took the stage to share intriguing new information for immersive technology. He made a blockbuster announcement for the new standalone VR headset Google is working on with HTC and also shared that the S8 will finally be getting Daydream support. Tagged with: Google I/O Facebook Twitter Reddit More.

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GizModo VR

MAY 13, 2021

For a company that’s staring down three separate antitrust cases from several dozen states and the Department of Justice , Google sure seems pretty comfortable issuing update after update that is nothing less than despotic. The latest example comes courtesy of a Google Docs tweak that on one hand makes the program… Read more.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

As reported by Road to VR , Google recently confirmed that the latest iteration of the framework, WebVR 1.1, Speaking at the W3C Workshop on Web & Virtual Reality last month, Megan Lindsay, WebVR Product Manager at Google stated that a beta version should launch in December 2016 followed by a stable launch in January 2017. .

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Mashable VR

MARCH 31, 2022

On Thursday, Google announced its latest feature to take on the dissemination of fake news online: A new "highly cited" label. According to Google, this new label will show up on news stories that are frequently cited by other media outlets covering the same story. An example of the highly cited label in action.

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AR Insider

MAY 21, 2021

That could be wayfinding with Google Live View , geospatial gaming experiences from Niantic, or location-specific social AR experiences like Snap’s Local Lenses. In web and mobile search for example, click values are higher when “local intent” is inferred by things like geo-modifiers (e.g. Orbiting Efforts.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Demonstrated using the new Pixel 2 smartphone revealed at Google’s hardware event today, AR Stickers is a quick way to integrate augmented reality objects into everyday life. For example, a cute, animated coffee cup can be placed on your desk, or you can shoot a birthday video with lots of AR balloons.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

JULY 18, 2017

Google Glass might be considered a sort of precursor to everything we write about on UploadVR today. Long before Cardboard, Daydream, and Tango, Google aimed to give the world a normal pair of glasses that presented simple AR overlays; far more primitive than what we see now with Microsoft’s HoloLens, but still very promising.

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