XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 1, 2024

Users are discovering that virtual reality isn’t just a powerful tool for entertainment. Renowned for its ingenuity, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with its rich tech ecosystem, namely amid increasing competition with Microsoft. Demand for virtual reality is expanding at an incredible rate.

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GizModo VR

MAY 5, 2022

With Apple , Google , Samsung , and Microsoft signing on, it feels like the devices we’re buying actually belong to us. But despite the big names signing on, there are still a few caveats to consider—like whether you have the necessary tools to perform phone and… Read more.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

The Unity game engine is a versatile tool that developers, from beginners to those well-versed, utilize to fully realize their video game concepts. includes a collection of new enhancements and also now comes Microsoft Hololens ready. includes a collection of new enhancements and also now comes Microsoft Hololens ready.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 1, 2024

Anyway, with the end of the life of Quest 2, this cycle finished and a new one started with Quest 3, Apple Vision Pro, Google and Samsung announcing their own headset, and other companies chasing them (e.g. with Xiaomi, Oppo, Samsung, etc…) to convince hardware manufacturers to create headsets powered by Android XR.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Notably, Jake Rowland explored new trends in combining XR and unified communications (UC) tools to create shared virtual spaces without needing a headset, therefore bringing value to major companies – “absolutely [a] big crossover” across technologies and that “companies [were] getting a lot of value from it,” remarked Rowland.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 16, 2023

I don’t know for whom this is “affordable”, maybe Tim Cook, Bill Gates, or people that have sold both kidneys… More info Microsoft completes the acquisition of Activision-Blizzard After many months of legal disputes, Microsoft has finally received the green light to acquire Activision-Blizzard.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 27, 2023

Users are discovering that virtual reality isn’t just a powerful tool for entertainment. Developed in collaboration with other leading XR companies like Microsoft, the HP headset is compatible with a range of platforms. Demand for virtual reality is expanding at an incredible rate.

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VRScout

MAY 8, 2021

Unlike existing enterprise-focused headsets like the Microsoft HoloLens 2 , the Pro 3e smart glasses are designed for use by consumers as a PC gaming and entertainment device. NuGaming’s Pro 3e uses a USB-C plug so you can connect your glasses to the Samsung S20 and other mobile devices.

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VRScout

AUGUST 9, 2018

Microsoft just announced new tools to make it easier for users to build and share their own virtual spaces. In a virtual Town Hall today, AltspaceVR unveiled a suite of tools that will allow anyone to build customizable VR spaces. The experience is fun and easy no matter what level you’re at. Watch this space.

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VRScout

JULY 19, 2017

Sean Ong, a mixed reality developer, demonstrated in May how the Microsoft HoloLens can serve as a desktop-like workaround on an affected US-bound Emirates flight from Dubai when paired with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. Many passengers may find a better option with mobile VR headsets like the Samsung Gear VR or Google Daydream View.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

JANUARY 29, 2017

For every Nintendo there is a Sega and for every Apple there is a Microsoft. There are a handful of major players already cutting their teeth in VR including Google, Sony and Samsung; but the two titans sitting at the top of the heap are Oculus and HTC. HTC/Microsoft . The technology world is always a game of rivals.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MAY 8, 2023

Microsoft Magic Leap Varjo HP Acer Samsung ASUS Dell Biel AjnaXR FYR Medical ESight Canon IrisVision VRgineers Zappar Lynx Valve Microsoft Microsoft has been increasing its focus on the extended reality landscape in recent years, with the production of solutions such as Microsoft Mesh, and a metaverse environment for Microsoft Teams.

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Tech Trends VR

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

It was really interesting to see Microsoft pivot towards enterprise with the HoloLens and I think it was absolutely the right move for them to make Click To Tweet. For starters, they’re based in Oregon as opposed to Silicon Valley.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 21, 2022

The platform also allows users to collaborate with content creation tools and 3D models across devices, along with Microsoft Office integrations to boost efficiency and prevent fatigue from video meetings. One week to go. 2022.06.28 #HTC #VIVERSE #Seeyousoon #Createmymetaverselife pic.twitter.com/gsHmu8nFzB. — HTC (@htc) June 21, 2022.

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XR Today - VR Headsets tag

MARCH 4, 2024

Major Firms Enter the XR Market During a launch event at MWC 2024, Samsung showcased a new XR headset developed in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm. At the event, Samsung also unveiled other innovative tech products, such as an immersive device, a smart ring, and an assistive mobility robotics device.

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 13, 2022

It will be possible to shoot 4K videos of the augmented applications, body tracking has been improved , and the system will be able to perform better environment understanding The new ARKit features will be used by a new tool provided by Apple for all its iPhone users: RoomPlan. I think the news is the final nail in the HoloLens coffin.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 23, 2023

Microsoft Microsoft has been increasing its focus on the extended reality landscape in recent years by producing solutions such as Microsoft Mesh and a metaverse environment for Microsoft Teams. Plus, the solution includes tools for positional tracking and hand tracking.

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The Ghost Howls

JULY 31, 2023

I think that the upcoming release of Quest 3, and the increasing rumors about Samsung are going to improve our situation even more. More info Samsung may be working on a smart ring There are new rumors in town about Samsung working on a smart ring that should be called Galaxy Ring. Let’s all hope so. Great job, Magnopus!

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GizModo VR

APRIL 11, 2021

A Pulsar heavy-duty portable dual fuel generator and a sale on Greenworks outdoor power tools lead Sunday’s best deals. Read more.

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Tech Trends VR

AUGUST 20, 2018

AltspaceVR brings out new tools to make it easy for anybody to make and share their own personalized virtual environments. Recently unveiled updates to Microsoft’s social VR platform will allow anyone to build customizable VR spaces. Watch this space. This article originally appeared on VRScout.

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GizModo VR

MARCH 21, 2021

A sale on outdoor power tools and on a 40-pack of KN95 Masks lead Sunday’s best deals. Read more.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Not only is Meta’s Connect event coming up quickly, but Apple and Microsoft are also working towards establishing XR productivity tools. In the wake of MR headsets and software coming soon, Google and Samsung quickly reacted – internally – in a bid to create a competing device with an apparent lack of direction.

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Cats and VR

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

The DOE is incentivizing the competition with $680,000 in cash prizes and additional sponsor prizes from IBM, Microsoft, and Samsung. Information provided by WhiteHouse.gov https://www.edsimchallenge.com/ https://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2016/11/15/new-prize-challenge-virtual-and-augmented-reality-learning-tools.

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VRScout

MAY 30, 2017

I’ve been a big fan of the cute little Samsung Gear 360 camera since its first unveiling in the spring of 2016, and always recommend it to people inquiring about the best consumer-friendly 360 cameras out there. Air New Zealand is one airlines provider that is testing how the Microsoft Hololens can help improve in-flight customer service.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 22, 2016

Some the participating companies included Mozilla, Google, Samsung, Oculus, Facebook, Apple, Microsoft, Valve, Sony, Yahoo, Unity, Intel, Qualcomm, NVIDIA, HP, Dolby, High Fidelity, JanusVR, and Sketchfab.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 2, 2019

On the contrary, Microsoft has worked a lot on the platform, to make it more appealing to enterprise customers. It has released experiences like Microsoft Remote Assist, that let different teams in a company work together to solve maintenance problems. Of course, it will exploit the already awesome Microsoft platform.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Unity revealed that representatives from Google, Samsung Gear VR, PTC Vuforia, Sony PlayStation VR, and Microsoft HoloLens will be on hand to discuss new developments in their individual technologies. The “VR Game Dev” track will tackle platform-specific development, case studies, and tool/service demos.

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

New info on Microsoft abandoning the Hololens 3. Last week we all heard the news about Microsoft abandoning the HoloLens 3, and the denial of it by Alex Kipman and Microsoft itself. Our goal is to provide creators, developers and teams with the proper tools for extracting 3D insights. More info (Leaks on RealityOS?—?Upload

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 24, 2023

The real-time 3D (RT3D) development hub now includes tools for leveraging AI-based avatars, 3D design/rendering, digital twins, and automation services. The updates also integrate third-party tools from solution providers like Microsoft Azure, Siemans, and Unity to elevate workflows.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JANUARY 24, 2024

Meanwhile, competitors such as Meta and Microsoft are working to get XR devices into employees’ hands today. Then, like with its iOS platforms, driving consumer adoption of spatial productivity tools allows for Apple’s first step towards a Vision Pro in every office building. But enterprise adoption may come.

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AR Insider

JUNE 4, 2020

It’s the fruits of lots of rigor, and the design principles of Spatial’s founding team including Jinha Lee (MIT, Microsoft, Samsung) and Anand Agarawala. This could be smart to introduce and expose the product to users at a time when the ground is fertile for remote collaboration tools. Faster Horses.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 24, 2017

But while all the R&D muscle that Microsoft put behind this tech is certainly impressive, the question is whether that personalized spatial audio translates into more immersive user experiences. In the middle of the chamber sat a huge acoustic measurement device called an arc rig, covered with 16 speakers and multiple microphones.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 25, 2020

OMG, it’s almost 3 years that I write these roundups… the first week peek was exclusive for my blog subscribers and it featured as best news the release of Google Blocks and in the other news something about Samsung Gear VR… how much time has passed since then! Image by Microsoft). So many memories… who was there already in VR with me?

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ARVR

APRIL 27, 2022

Microsoft recently announced that it will be launching its own enterprise Metaverse in 2022, and users will be able to access business tools like MS Excel and PowerPoint on it (yeey, great news ha!). Samsung , Coca-Cola , Gucci , Nike and many more. I hear you sayin’ not so far, HOLD ON!

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ARVR

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

This typically involves a number of different technologies working together, such a GPS and other location tools Digital compass Camera Accelerometer and Gyroscope Depth sensors Latest devices are equipped with depth-sensing hardware (LiDAR, ToF) to improve precision. Let’s explore some of the features that are used by developers.

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 21, 2021

We all know that Microsoft too is waiting before introducing VR for the Xbox because the VR market is too little for them, and Sony seems to follow a similar strategy, not investing too much until next year. Together with this piece of news, Bloomberg also reported that PSVR 2 will feature an OLED display manufactured by Samsung.

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TechCrunch VR

JANUARY 30, 2020

Other investors include Expa, Lerer Hippeau, Leaders Fund, Samsung NEXT and Andy Hertzfeld (of Macintosh fame). They’re taking us beyond everyday tools like Zoom and Slack and pointing the way towards what conferencing and collaboration can be like if they were invented today and I’m excited to support the journey.”.

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