XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Following Facebook’s big reveal at its Connect 2021 and 2022 events, the company announced a series of technological updates. avatar and Avatar software development kit (SDK) generate photorealistic avatars for users. Microsoft is already vying for the Metaverse after its massive $67 billion deal with Activision Blizzard.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Over the years, Orlando has become a leading hub for tech companies that want to innovate and explore the capabilities of emerging technologies. This collision of creative entertainment and technological advancements formed the foundation of the innovative ecosystem that exists here today,” he adds.

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JULY 4, 2022

NVIDIA joined Meta , Epic Games, Khronos Group, Avataar , Microsoft, Unity, XR Association , and many other founding members to lead the development of interoperability standards to drive the growth of the metaverse. It features an environment simulating the continuity of experiences in the physical world.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

AR supports emergency response management through simulations, real-time assistance, and mapping danger zones. Simulated Training. Augmented reality simulation enables users to have realistic experiences without endangering anyone. One example is the patient simulator PerSim by MedCognition. Mapping Layouts.

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ARPost

MARCH 2, 2021

The rapid development of technology could not but affect the educational process. Although virtual reality technology is not that new, it is being used in education since relatively recently. There are several reasons for the spread of virtual reality technology in education: Reduced price of technical equipment. Visibility.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

US computer graphics and components enterprise NVIDIA teamed up with Microsoft last week to build a massive AI cloud supercomputer using the latter’s Azure cloud computing service. It will also leverage NVIDIA’s A100 and H100 processors, Quantum-2 InfiniBand network, and AI Enterprise software. PHOTO: NVIDIA/ OSU.

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ARPost

MAY 10, 2022

Long-time ARPost readers may recall that GigXR launched in 2019 for the sole purpose of taking on XR education joint projects by Pearson and Microsoft. Lassman, a specialist in educational technology now well-rooted in Silicon Valley, was hand-picked to lead the project. About GigXR and ANIMA RES.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Meta Platforms has launched a strategic partnership to integrate Microsoft Teams on the company’s latest device, the Meta Quest Pro, it was revealed at the Meta Connect 2022 event on Tuesday. Nadella said in his speech, “We’re taking an approach to ensure that our software can benefit users on all their favourite devices.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

AUGUST 22, 2023

Recently Microsoft noted how MR represents the “ eyes and ears ” of AI. So, it appears that the two emerging technologies, XR and AI, coexist to enhance outcomes for end-users across the board – instead of competing. GenAI is already incredibly common on the developer side of XR hardware and software.

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 18, 2023

People at Vrgineers made me try their headset with a flight simulator software. It was not Microsoft’s one, but a professional simulator for pilots. Manomotion Manomotion was another technology I had always wanted to try , and luckily they were partnering with VRgineers, so I could kill two birds with one stone.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

With technology like XR and AI increasing, firms are eagerly assessing the landscape to see if any new digital solutions can help improve business outcomes across various sectors and use cases. While AR/VR/MR solutions may continue to grow across enterprise clients, XR is still an emerging technology.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 29, 2023

United States aerospace firm Boeing has begun conducting field testing to repair its aircraft with augmented reality (AR) technologies, its Australian branch announced on Thursday last week. USAF engineers used Microsoft’s mixed reality headset, the HoloLens 2, to conduct the field test.

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 26, 2023

On social media, people have already started sharing images from the simulator , which gives you a quick glimpse of how the device will be. On social media, people have already started sharing images from the simulator , which gives you a quick glimpse of how the device will be.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Efforts to construct and expand the Metaverse were sparked by Meta Platform’s major pivot in October, which saw Microsoft, NVIDIA, HTC VIVE, Qualcomm, Google, Varjo, and dozens of other tech giants enter the race for prime positioning to build the virtual and connected world. Immersive Experience. Metaverse as a Service (MaaS).

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ARPost

APRIL 11, 2023

AR and VR are two of the most promising technologies of the modern era. However, these technologies have taken a long time to reach their full potential. Virtual Try-On Technology Virtual try-on technology to see how products look on shoppers like on the Sephora Snapchat page. A case in point is Gucci.

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VRScout

AUGUST 4, 2019

We have limited time to get the sailors the training that they need,” adding, “AR and VR technology and some of the emerging peripheral devices and capabilities that come along with those are gonna allow for training scenarios that we’ve never been able to train to before.”. Image Credit: US Navy Research.

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ARPost

MARCH 23, 2021

The one-day marathon event drew together a number of the usual suspects, including Varjo, Lenovo, and Microsoft, all of whom hosted keynotes. This is an objective fact that typically comes with the prediction that the technology won’t go anywhere when coronavirus distancing and travel restrictions lift. MR is here to stay.

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The Ghost Howls

AUGUST 21, 2023

More info Other relevant news (Image by Microsoft) Microsoft discontinues Kinect for Azure Microsoft has decided to discontinue its latest iteration of the Kinect sensor, dubbed Kinect For Azure DK. Microsoft will stop selling its Kinect For Azure sensor in October 2023, or until the supplies last.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

JUNE 7, 2023

The OS is obviously in its early days, and most of the device’s supported applications are first-party or well-established services from firms like Zoom and Microsoft that Apple is porting to visionOS. Apple includes various XR frameworks, and some are already present in its products.

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VRScout

APRIL 18, 2019

Virtual and artificial reality technologies are changing the world. The rise of patent applications for VR/AR technologies signals the number of emerging opportunities for developers, coders, investors, and stakeholders in the 3D and 4D technology markets. Microsoft HoloLens 2 patent. Patent for wireless PSVR technology.

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Tech Trends VR

OCTOBER 28, 2018

by using technologies such as Mixed Reality. Over the past few years we’ve invested in new technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation and data exchange to enhance traceability, predict potential machine problems and optimise operational performance for our customers,” explains Johan Nilsson VP, Digitalisation and Industry 4.0

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VRScout

MAY 9, 2019

Standalone VR could be a game-changing technology for the medical industry. Founded in 2016, Karuna Labs has been using VR technology for years to provide personalized chronic pain management programs for patients suffering from chronic pain in their lower and upper limbs, neck, and lower back that’s neither invasive or pharmacological.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

AUGUST 15, 2023

With major technology firms like Meta, Google, and Microsoft investing millions into the emerging space, enterprise end-users are already feeling the innovative presence of genAI – and there is more to come. Generative AI is here to stay. We will be using VR in more of our courses and learning experiences in the future.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

DECEMBER 27, 2023

While other technology brands began developing AR and VR tools, HP decided to take a different approach. Partnering with Microsoft , HP built the xRServices offering to provide users worldwide with instant access to immersive troubleshooting tools, remote assistance, and rapid onboarding experiences.

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Upload VR

JANUARY 15, 2023

The US Army has now awarded Microsoft a $125 million contract for a new 1.2 version with a “ a lower profile Heads-Up Display with distributed counterweight for improved user interface and comfort” as well as software changes to improve reliability and reduce power draw. built-in night vision & thermal view modes.

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VRScout

AUGUST 28, 2018

use cases for immersive technologies, and companies like Microsoft have partnered with various developers to launch collaborative and remote assistance applications. This is important because many companies still approach these technologies with a mixture of bewilderment, caution and trepidation.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Virtual reality offers a fantastic way to embed employees in rich simulated environments. Finally, mixed reality solutions like the Apple Vision Pro can combine elements of the virtual and real worlds to create highly accurate learning simulations. Flexible software also ensures companies can scale their training initiatives over time.

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Upload VR

JUNE 19, 2023

Calling himself a fan of Sony, Valve, and Meta's efforts, he reaffirmed Xbox's focus on staying "in the software side of that enablement." Most recently, Microsoft collaborated with HP and Valve on the HP Reverb G2 and had prioritized the enterprise-focused mixed reality HoloLens headset.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 25, 2016

According to a Bloomberg report on Tuesday, Apple will be able to continue to keeping their secretive plans to develop self-driving software behind closed doors thanks to virtual reality. The self-driving platform simulation group now includes VR expert Doug Bowman who joined Apple in January.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 11, 2018

It seems that Microsoft has worked a lot to make the device more ergonomic and elegant , but the style remains anyway less classy than the one of Magic Leap. So there is time to change the device from current stage to an improved future one, maybe also thanks to the feedback that Microsoft will get from this preview.

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VRScout

MAY 23, 2016

During a private demo day at NASA’s JPL center, researchers gave us a first-hand look (see video above) at their latest technology that enables scientists to work virtually on Mars using the HoloLens. The OnSight technology is a unique way to explore Mars and a significant enhancement from how scientists examined Mars imagery prior.

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Road to VR

APRIL 10, 2019

Microsoft won a decisive $480 million defense contract with the U.S. After the defense contract was announced in November, a coalition of Microsoft employees wrote an open letter to company CEO Satya Nadella and President Brad Smith, stating that “intent to harm is not an acceptable use of our technology.”

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Spatial audio sound systems simulate real-world sound waves with precise realism. Additionally, specialised software and devices help sound engineers to capture and reproduce spatial audio with precision and clarity. For example, those using a flight simulator can use 3D sound to locate a fault signal or briefing intercom.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 20, 2023

Surprisingly, the usual suspects like Job Simulator and Beat Saber are not topping the charts anymore, while we have at their place titles like Kayak VR and Horizon: Call Of The Mountain. While this is kind of a gimmick for now, it is interesting that Microsoft is still working on Mesh and integrating its services with VR-related features.

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VRScout

JUNE 19, 2017

As it turns out, the trek was worth the hike—Varjo’s Human-Eye Resolution technology made me realize something I’d only known in a general sense prior: current visual fidelity in VR/AR has a long way to go. For developers independent software vendors interested in seeking access to Varjo’s Beta program, contact beta@varjo.com.

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AR Insider

JULY 6, 2021

Toyota leans on various technologies to deliver these improvements, which is why the automaker was an early adopter of 3D data and AR-guided processes. Equipped with the device, technicians can navigate around a stationary vehicle to simulate and analyze how its design affects aerodynamics. Reducing mistakes in field service.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Although Microsoft hasn’t shown much of an investment in the entertainment and arts sector as of yet, it has a lot of potential to offer with the HoloLens ecosystem. Microsoft’s technology could easily be the basis behind a number of mixed-reality and unique event experiences in the entertainment world going forward.

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