XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 4, 2024

Following Meta’s move away from Oculus branding and, subsequently, from requiring Facebook accounts during XR device log-ins, the Menlo Park-based firm is removing all Oculus accounts and related data by the end of the month. Additionally, all data linked to a user’s Oculus account will disappear by the end of March.

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EnterpriseWear

DECEMBER 5, 2018

In the three to four years since the release of Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, the number of VR headsets available on the market has grown. I work in XR, organizing events and writing about AR and VR for my livelihood and yet, unlike some of my male peers, I purchased my very first piece of VR hardware just this year with the release of Oculus Go.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Immerse yourself in id Software’s FPS classic with this unique artificial locomotion system. Cybershoes has now launched an Indiegogo campaign allowing VR enthusiasts around the globe an opportunity to pre-order their innovative wearable VR shoes. Unsurprisingly, the game is even more impressive in VR. Image Credit: Cybershoes.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 27, 2019

The latest iteration of its one-size-fits-all Forte Data Glove can now be combined with the Oculus Quest controllers, integrating BeBop’s hand tracking technology with the Quest’s 3D tracking. The post Smart Fabric Technology Brings Touch Haptics To The Oculus Quest appeared first on VRScout. Image Credit: BeBop Sensors.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Their platform for virtual concerts featuring avatars has garnered big interest in a post-COVID world and they’re betting big on immersive personalized experiences at the cross-section of gaming and entertainment. Their Oculus app allows real-time collaboration without ever leaving your home. Guest Post.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Compatible with SteamVR and Oculus headsets, Cybershoes allows you to physically walk and run in VR from a comfortable seated position. No more teleportation or artificial locomotion; moving in-game means moving in real-life, resulting in more immersive and physically engaging VR experiences. More on that later!

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 7, 2024

Meta states that training and education hold potential value for shared immersive experiences. It appeared that Meta would instead focus on XR gaming and AR-lite consumer wearables. Meta’s move means that a Quest user who logs into their XR device with an Oculus account will no longer be able to do so by the end of the month.

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XR Today - VR Headsets tag

JUNE 20, 2023

Immersive technologies are no longer reserved for the gaming and entertainment industries. Cameras, room conferencing kits, and immersive displays have all become increasingly common. Here’s what businesses can expect if they begin branching into the XR world for collaboration and communication in the years ahead. 1.

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EnterpriseWear

DECEMBER 4, 2018

While wearable technologies, including wearable XR, didn’t exactly “blow up” this year, the technology did further entrench itself in enterprise—the number of companies in the evaluation stage rose significantly, several large deployments made headlines, and solution providers continued to partner and expand their products to more platforms.

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The Ghost Howls

JULY 20, 2020

(Image by Oculus). Oculus could be starting the production of a new Quest at the end of July. Multiple reports seem to confirm that Oculus is actually starting the production of a new Oculus Quest headset, with an expected release date in 2021. Oculus improves development time for UE4 developers. Image by Pico).

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 26, 2020

According to the original organizer of the initiative to jailbreak Oculus Quest 2 , an XR developer was successful in bypassing Facebook services on the device. Shortly afterwards, Oculus founder and former Facebook exec Palmer Luckey vowed to match Long’s bounty, which gained support among a few other voices in the community.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

’ During the weekend prolific Microsoft leaker WalkingCat , the same individual responsible for leaking images of the Oculus Quest 2 back in July of 2020, posted two concept videos showcasing what appears to be Samsung’s take on a dedicated AR headset. On the surface, the Glasses Lite looks like your standard pair of sunglasses.

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EON Reality

JUNE 9, 2020

It’s official, training and learning in VR just got better with Oculus Quest. EON Reality is now partnering Oculus Quest to offer quicker and simpler learning and training solutions through the AVR Platform. In fact, it is predicted that wearable VR usage rates in 2021 will reach the same usage rates of smartphones in 2018.

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VRScout

APRIL 1, 2020

As people flock online during quarantine we now find ourselves experimenting with new platforms, pushing immersive technologies to the limits, and collaborating in new ways; from eye-tracking technology and facial tracking to biometrics and brain-control interfaces. Eye-Tracking .

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Oculus Touch controllers were just announced to ship late in 2016. Xbox gamepads shipped with the Oculus Rift headset. You can now interact with virtual objects and environments like never before, taking immersion to an entirely new level. Oculus Go Controller. Oculus Touch hand controllers. Xbox controller.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

” It’s not clear what sort of device it will be, since ‘XR’ essentially covers the entire gamut of immersive headsets, including augmented reality (e.g. HoloLens), virtual reality (e.g. Meta Quest 2), and mixed reality (e.g. Meta Quest Pro).

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VRScout

DECEMBER 15, 2021

My personal favorites include the “Spine Chiller,” a wearable device that – when triggered – blows cold air on the back of your neck, enhancing your favorite VR horror experiences, and the Quest-Lete Smart Bottle, a custom water bottle outfitted with a wearable monitor that lets you know when you need to hydrate.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In an official press release, Artur Sychov, Founder and CEO of Somnium Space stated, “We are putting a lot of effort into the immersive aspect of our VR world. The VR space will also use the Ethereum blockchain network, meaning you can tokenize in-game assets such as land parcels, avatars, wearables, collectibles, etc.

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ARPost

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Oculus sells battery packs and prescription lenses for the Quest. Their wand-style hand-tracking controllers “Playstation Move” and gun-adapting “aim controller” make game play more natural and more immersive, while the PlayStation Camera aims to reinvent the ways in which we experience movement in VR.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Although gaming is certainly a great use case and example of what immersive VR experiences can deliver, the possibilities are endless,” said Vindevogel. That’s because VR is capable of creating such immersive, interactive, and social experiences. ” He expects Meta to continue pushing the narrative for VR.

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VRScout

JANUARY 26, 2021

HaptX delivers an intuitive wearable haptic device to meet the demanding quality requirements of enterprise customers. Together this creates an individualized, physically-accurate VR hand model and renders a full-body avatar for enhanced immersion. It helps that the company was recently awarded a $1.5M

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ARPost

AUGUST 23, 2021

However, there are some great AR and VR accessories out there that can make an XR experience more immersive, more practical, or better suited to a specific task. The company also makes haptic gloves for adding an extra layer of immersion to VR experiences. Etee can be used in VR or AR, or in non-immersive digital projects.

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VRScout

APRIL 23, 2020

The all-in-one immersive fitness platform is available now via the Oculus Store. Today marks the launch of Supernatural on Oculus Quest, a brand new title from VR/AR developer WITHIN that promises users an “unforgettable on-demand workout” experience unlike anything available on VR headsets at the moment.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

In the world of haptic feedback accessories, the SUBPAC Wearable Physical Sound System is a favorite among VR entertainment providers. ‘Feel the Beat’ for $299. By surrounding the wearer with optimized tactile transducers, SUBPAC translates music, sound effects, and various other audio cues into physical impressions.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

While the description itself doesn’t explicitly state that the trademark is related to VR, phrases such as “head mounted display for computer simulated reality” and “optical devices,” indicate that immersive technology is more than likely involved.

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AR Insider

APRIL 9, 2021

We’ve estimated that its annual XR R&D spend — not including its $2 billion Oculus acquisition — approaches $10 billion. That includes both AR and VR, the latter being more tangible today, given Oculus’ in-market status. This is partly due to AR’s potential all-day ambient use in a wearable form factor.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 7, 2022

I developed many software and hardware products in the past, not only as Electronics Engineer but also as a Product Manager, worked in some well-known corporates such as Nokia and Verifone then a couple of years ago I founded WalkOVR, the first wearable walk-in-place locomotion solution for Virtual Reality. . How does the product work?

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

As the demand for these immersive experiences continues to grow, a number of leading virtual, augmented, and mixed reality vendors have begun demonstrating their ability to assist retail and ecommerce stores in building next-gen interactions. This could allow retailers to interact with clients in a digital version of a showroom or office.

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VRScout

AUGUST 31, 2020

And of course, the much-anticipated Half-Life: Alyx exceeded everyone’s expectations with its incredibly immersive gameplay. It’s important to note, however, that Facebook finally released the Oculus for Business program on its Oculus Quest headset. Plus, it provides impressive resolution with 9.3 Release date: 2020.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

AUGUST 8, 2023

Compatible with Apple’s iOS operating system, it will enable ChatGPT artificial intelligence (AI) on smart glasses and wearables. arGPT: The Next Step for GenAI Wearables For people with previous ChatGPT experience, Brilliant Labs’ solution will offer workplaces and enterprises novel workflow tools.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JULY 29, 2023

Immersive experiences are having a transformative impact on everything from collaboration and communication to productivity and efficiency in businesses. However, that doesn’t mean the value of XR in the gaming space has reduced. Here are just some of the top vendors in XR focusing in the gaming landscape.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 21, 2023

Leading immersive technology firm Meta debuted its flagship Quest device in late 2020. From Oculus Quest to Meta Quest The Meta Quest product promotes unprecedented mobility and usability from its launch to the device’s current standing. Originally, Meta released the Quest as a sophomore follow-up to the Oculus Quest One model.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 31, 2023

MR-integrated immersive wearables allow a user to combine their surrounding real and virtual worlds. The San Francisco, California-based firm demoed its Mobile Dock solution at the event; the immersive wearable allows users to stream media and gaming content to their device on a 120-inch virtual screen.

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EnterpriseWear

JUNE 26, 2018

From building the actual plane to the in-flight experience, wearable XR (AR, VR, MR) devices have a role to play in multiple professions within the commercial aviation industry. And VR isn’t just for ground crew and pilots; cabin crew and even airport staff training could incorporate immersive tech, as well. *.

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VRScout

AUGUST 2, 2017

SIGGRAPH 2017’s VR Village was jam-packed with a variety of immersive technologies. From haptic wearables, multiplayer VR dance parties, to a slew of mixed-reality demonstrations. Amid the madness, I found myself relieved to discover VFX studio The Mill’s latest meditative VR experience, Strata.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

APRIL 8, 2024

What is Meta Layout Meta Layout seems to adopt Apple’s approach to spatial computing interaction by mimicking the device’s immersive pop-ups surrounding a user on the Vision Pro. Just days before Meta updated Workrooms, the firm also deleted all Oculus user data on March 28th.

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AR Insider

MARCH 3, 2020

And Oculus Quest is a beacon of hope on the VR side. Triangulating this clue with others we’ve tracked, Apple could release a “lean back” entertainment wearable in 2022. Then it will launch a more fashionable (though less-spec’d) “all-day” wearable in 2023. But there are also confidence signals. The “When?”

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