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Mechanical Backpack Makes Jumping In VR More Fun

VRScout

.” Pedro Lopes , an Assistant Professor in Computer Science at the University of Chicago who focuses on integrating interfaces with the human body by exploring the interface paradigm that supersedes wearables, wants to make jumping in VR a more enjoyable experience. You can read more about JumpMod here.

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VR Footwear Cybershoes Adds A Bunch Of New Games

VRScout

Cybershoes are now available via Amazon in the UK , Spain , Germany , Netherlands , and the United States , making it even easier for people to buy the VR wearable. .” Larcenauts – An insane 6v6 capture-the-flag VR shooter by Impulse Gear Inc.

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The VRScout Report – HTC Vive Drops $200, Clash of Clans in AR, & VR Mind Control

VRScout

Time to applaud for a sweet deal on the HTC Vive, Clash of Clans partners w/ Facebook to bring AR to fans, control VR with your mind, new predictions for spending & investment are out, the investment & funding wrapup, and more… 1. … well, sort of. You still have to set it up). INVESTMENT & FUNDING WRAPUP. Alejandro G.

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Bigscreen Debuts World’s Smallest VR Headset

XR Today - VR Headsets tag

It operates across major platforms such as Meta Quest 2 and Pro, SteamVR headsets such as the Valve Index, HTC VIVE, and Windows Mixed Reality (MR) head-mounted displays. Photo: Bigscreen Gamers can also use Valve Index and HTC VIVE controllers along with full-body tracking wearables. Beyond VR Headset.

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HTC Responds to Oculus, Slashes Vive Price by 25% to $599

VRWorld

Just as Oculus and their “time limited” summer discount for Oculus Rift + Touch at mere $399 turned into a full time pricing, HTC could not sleep in peace after seeing the tide shifting in favor of its rival, owned by Faceb00k. HTC could not afford to continue selling Vive VR headset for $799 at the time when $458.99

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The XR Week Peek (2021.10.19): HTC launches Vive Flow, Magic Leap 2 announced, and more!

The Ghost Howls

Image by HTC). HTC launches Vive Flow headset for relaxation, priced at $499. After endless teasings and leaks, in the end, HTC has finally unveiled its headset: called Vive Flow, it is a lightweight device for media consumption. I send you good vibes so things go well for you too! Top news of the week.

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Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund Takes Control of Magic Leap

XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

Magic Leap debuted its device internationally in Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Japan, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia. On the other hand, Meta is facing increasing competition from XR companies like HTC, Pico, and NReal. More on the Magic Leap 2, Before Saudi Arabia’s Investment.