XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 24, 2023

Last Friday, Microsoft-owned immersive social platform Altspace VR (virtual reality) announced the closure of its service effective March 10, 2023. The decision comes following recent lay offs at Microsoft. The entire division faces an uncertain future following Microsoft laying off 11,000 workers this month.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

APRIL 18, 2024

Microsoft highlights how companies can benefit from Team’s enterprise-ready and proven end-to-end encryption, data loss prevention, and compliance certifications when leveraging the AR service. Microsoft is planning for device-wide general availability in 2024.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 8, 2022

During the Cisco LIVE 2022 conference for digital enterprise solutions next week, Vection Technologies will preview 3D Frame, a plug-in for Webex Meetings that adds immersive Metaverse features. The service also comes with a rich software development kit (SDK) that enables individuals or firms to develop custom integrated applications.

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Anand Tech

MARCH 26, 2024

Today, Intel announced that it is looking to progress its AI PC Acceleration program further by offering various new toolkits and devkits designed for software and hardware AI developers under a new AI PC Developer Program sub-initiative. Notably, this is both a software and a hardware play. Display performance? Storage performance?

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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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Next Reality AR

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The HoloLens has made enough of an impact on the healthcare industry for Microsoft technology partner Medivis to convince investors to pledge $2.3 The platform will be on display at the Microsoft booth until the conference's conclusion on Friday. million in funding for its surgical platform.

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ARPost

AUGUST 31, 2020

The use of VR technology in criminal justice is not entirely new. Today, advances in technology have made it even more accurate and reliable, widening its use in various areas of the criminal justice system. In recent years, VR and other immersive technologies have been gradually integrated into the legal system.

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Road to VR

APRIL 22, 2024

Meta today announced it’s opening its operating system to third-parties , and has named three heavy weights that have pledged support for its newly renamed Meta Horizon OS: Asus, Lenovo, and Microsoft’s Xbox. “All of these devices will benefit from our long-term collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.,

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Road to VR

JUNE 20, 2023

Amid mounting pressure from Sony with the recent launch of its PSVR 2 headset for PlayStation 5, Microsoft again affirmed that it’s still waiting for the technology to mature before offering any sort of dedicated VR software or hardware for Xbox.

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Upload VR

JANUARY 11, 2024

id Software has been in direct contact with modding group Team Beef on the subject of potentially releasing their VR ports on the Quest Store. In response, Carmack wrote , "I got people at id Software playing the VR ports, and they are now in direct contact with @TeamBeefVR, so I am hopeful!" Fingers crossed!

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VRScout

MAY 2, 2019

Following the announcement of the Microsoft HoloLens 2, Unity has revealed a new partnership with the US-based multinational technology company to release a developer-focused version of the upcoming mixed reality headset. Image Credit: Microsoft. The HoloLens 2 will be available exclusively through Microsoft.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 7, 2022

Several factors have accelerated the adoption of XR technology in the corporate landscape. The chances are not everyone in your team will be able to leverage this technology every day. Knowing exactly what you want to accomplish with your new investment will help you to set goals and track the outcomes of your technology.

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GizModo VR

AUGUST 30, 2021

Microsoft is cautioning that those who take an alternative road to installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware won’t receive software updates. Read more.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Toyota expands the use of AR technology within its design and production departments. So, it would make sense that Toyota would look at any process or technology to explore new ways to better themselves as a company. Using the Microsoft HoloLens, an employee could complete the same task on their own in just about two hours.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 16, 2023

Microsoft is updating its popular Teams work communications application to include real-time 3D (RT3D) digital human avatars this May. However, following the closure of its Metaverse service AltSpace VR Microsoft is doubling down on immersive content for its leading workplace application.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Tomorrow, to mark the potentially paradigm-shifting device, the Apple Vision Pro, Microsoft is officially launching immersive Office 365 and Co-Pilot software solutions ready for Apple’s US XR marketplace debut. Microsoft 365 for Vision Pro: What’s New?

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VRScout

MARCH 8, 2022

Earlier today, Slovakian software company Matsuko announced plans to premiere its new holographic communication app later this week during the 14th annual SXSW Pitch. The app uses a combination of AR and AI technology to project life-like 3D holograms over your real-world environment using an iPhone and compatible XR devices.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The End of the Windows Mixed Reality In its latest Windows 11 24H2 update , Microsoft is removing some support frameworks for its MR hardware and software portfolio. The update sees Windows Mixed Reality added to the “Deprecated Features” list, which congregates features that Microsoft is no longer working on.

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Anand Tech

JANUARY 4, 2024

Microsoft is betting big on artificial intelligence and generative AI at all levels of the company, from servers and Azure down to individual Windows PCs. Microsoft's decision to promote Copiot by making it a top-level, OEM-required key is a notable decision. Dell), while offering Menu as a secondary function.

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ARVR

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

In this guide, we’ll discuss the details of augmented reality development in 2022, including the choice of technologies and the development flow. The camera uses the patterns on the actual book as a reference to display the AR content, a technology that is often used today on Snapchat and Instagram. This is how location-based AR works.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MAY 4, 2023

joined Chevron Technology Ventures’ selection of technology corporations working to accelerate innovation in the energy industry. The Chevron Technology Ventures Catalyst program aims to accelerate the creation of emerging enterprise technology solutions which define the future of the energy industry.

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Anand Tech

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Designed to provide a more holistic end-user experience for adopters of hardware with the Ryzen AI NPU, AMD has made its latest version of the Ryzen AI Software available to the broader ecosystem. AMD Ryzen AI Software: Version 1.0 This also makes the technology more accessible to a broader range of developers right from the outset.

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Tech Trends VR

JUNE 25, 2018

The new HoloLens subscription service could prove a catalyst for SMEs to embrace immersive technology. Since the HoloLens was first released almost three years ago, Microsoft has steadily been building partnerships and demonstrating an array of industry use cases across manufacturing, engineering, healthcare, education and many others.

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Tech Trends VR

MAY 8, 2018

We need to ask ourselves not only what computers can do, but what they should do,” said Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in his opening keynote at Build. These advancements create incredible developer opportunity and also come with a responsibility to ensure the technology we build is trusted and benefits all.”.

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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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Road to VR

JULY 29, 2022

Microsoft’s big defense contract that looks to supply the US Army with modified HoloLens AR headsets isn’t going so well. Even then, that was allegedly $200 million short of what Microsoft needed to recuperate development costs. The subcommittee cites concerns based around the program’s overall effectiveness.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Microsoft today revealed HoloLens 2 at MWC 2019 in Barcelona. Image courtesy Microsoft. Image courtesy Microsoft. Microsoft says that HoloLens 2 will be available for $3,500 (putting it squarely in the non-consumer category), and pre-orders are available starting today. The headset is also equipped with eye-tracking.

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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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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 17, 2022

With the right technology, business leaders can enhance everything from virtual reality events and webinars to collaboration sessions. Today, we’re looking at some of our top reviews of tools featuring spatial technology, to help offer an insight into what this innovation can offer. VIVE Pro Eye. Magic Leap Developer Suite.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Alongside Apple’s XR device debut, other firms, from Zoom to Microsoft, are jumping on the spatial computing bandwagon. First adopters of Vision Pro users can access Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Loop, complete with integrated Co-Pilot features, starting tomorrow. VR|MR 2024 wrapped up this week.

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VRScout

JULY 12, 2021

In terms of compatibility, the platform is cross-compatible with nearly every major VR & AR device, including the HTC Vive, Oculus Quest 2, Microsoft HoloLens 2, as well as AR-enabled iOS and Android devices; it’s never been easier to take your friends’ money! Image Credit: XR Casino. “XR

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 9, 2023

Microsoft has picked volumetric video company Arcturus as its primary marketing partner for its Microsoft Mixed Reality Capture Studios (MRCS) solution provider. Later, the system’s reconstruction software stitches together the image, creating a photorealistic 3D video for export across production workflows.

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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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VRScout

APRIL 24, 2023

pic.twitter.com/DDOfTMCxH5 — Ray Wong (@raywongy) April 21, 2023 Humane’s wearable, which was developed through the use of AI technology, mimics how people interact with the world around them. “In In the future, AI technology will be both ambient and contextual,” said Chaudhri during his TEDTalk.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JANUARY 5, 2024

This week saw Microsoft, Google, Samsung, Qualcomm, Meta, and Sony move to optimize their product offerings and business operations. Furthermore, to continue its OEM success, Qualcomm is developing an MR & VR reference design, which Goertek helped create and Tobii assisted by integrating its eye-tracking technology.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 5, 2022

What’s more, Meta’s flexibility makes it easy to combine Oculus headsets with state-of-the-art technology and software for building prototypes and designs. Perhaps the go-to solution for mixed reality innovation in the construction space, Microsoft provides businesses with a unique opportunity to combine real and virtual landscapes.

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GizModo VR

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

In the late ‘90s, a group of Microsoft engineers started tinkering with old Dell laptops in the hopes of creating a console based on Microsoft’s DirectX technology. The idea was to create a gaming box that showcased what the software company was best at but without the need for a big honking PC running Windows.

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