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 - Virtual Reality

JUNE 8, 2022

At the event taking place both in Las Vegas and online from 12 to 16 June, Vection will introduce updates that give Webex users immersive collaboration features such as virtual world-building tools to strengthen modern hybrid working routines. Metaverse Software-as-a-Service.

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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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Road to VR

AUGUST 24, 2023

Microsoft, Qualcomm and Magic Leap announced a partnership to “guide the evolution” of the Mixed Reality Toolkit (MRTK), a cross-platform AR/VR development framework which has now gone open-source. Meanwhile, Microsoft announced MRTK3 is on track to reach general availability to developers on the second week of September 2023.

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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.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Firms like Microsoft, Meta, AWS, NVIDIA, and countless others are elevating workplace XR in all its forms, and the list is long. While the world is far from ubiquity, this will take many years; the XR space may truly take its foundational steps as new hardware and software lurk around the corner.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JUNE 1, 2022

Once considered a novel tool for entertainment, XR has now emerged as a potential must-have for the future workplace. XR collaboration tools are perfectly-suited to the age of hybrid work, and ideal for cultivating productivity in any environment. Let’s explore the top reasons to buy XR collaboration tools in 2022.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

MARCH 11, 2024

Glartek’s services empower frontline workers with innovative tools for training and remote collaboration use cases. Some leading workplace applications on the Apple Vision Pro include SyngeryXR, JigSpace, Omniplan, Zoom, Microsoft 365, and Teams.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

APRIL 3, 2024

marks an active move from the firm to increase its frontline solutions performance, notably to enhance its real-time collaboration, connectivity, and software rollout abilities. Moreover, new dashboard features enable real-time metrics to speed decision-making, and new templates ensure prompt software adoption.

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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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Road to VR

JANUARY 2, 2020

Back at Microsoft’s annual SharePoint Virtual Summit in May 2018, the company announced it was getting ready to ship a new VR maker tool set called Spaces for SharePoint, the web-based collaborative platform for enterprise customers. ” The news was first reported by German VR publication MIXED.

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Next Reality AR

APRIL 23, 2018

While some in the augmented reality space are tweeting about future amazing immersive experiences and others are showing off cool experiments, Microsoft continues to move forward with tangible business solutions right now that show how the HoloLens can improve business.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Using the Microsoft HoloLens, an employee could complete the same task on their own in just about two hours. Along with the HoloLens, Toyota is also testing Microsoft’s Dynamic 365 suite, which combines VR and AR tools Microsoft Layout and Microsoft’s Remote Assist. It doesn’t matter if you’re a bank.

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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 New to Version 1.0 AMD Ryzen AI Version 1.0 also supports PyTorch and TensorFlow 2.11

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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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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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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 29, 2023

USAF engineers used Microsoft’s mixed reality headset, the HoloLens 2, to conduct the field test. Lockheed planes such as the T-50 will receive enhancements with Prepar3D software simulator suite to support training programmes for the fighter jet. How do we help deployed forces stay mission ready?

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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. Those with a compatible XR device, such as the Nreal or Microsoft HoloLens 2, can view the iPhone-captured hologram in 3D real-time. Say goodbye to boring 2D video calls.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Coming soon to VR headsets, Airline Flight Attendant Simulator VR is a consumer version of the actual training software used by major airlines and professional flight schools to train cabin crew members. Once you’ve become more familiar with said tools, you’ll take to the skies for some high-stakes virtual training.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The right tools not only improve collaboration between team members, but also pave the way for more innovative development and design processes. 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.

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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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Next Reality AR

JUNE 3, 2019

A major software tool first promised during the reveal of the HoloLens 2 earlier this year is finally available. Native support for Unreal Engine 4 has arrived for the HoloLens 2 via early access on GitHub (login required).

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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.

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Road to VR

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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ARPost

MAY 16, 2023

For the last few years, Campfire 3D has been expanding the world of “holographic collaboration” with a custom headset and base station as well as software that works in headset-based mixed reality and virtual reality, mobile-based augmented reality, and now on desktop 3D. All of these tools work on all platforms. “We

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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 - 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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Next Reality AR

MAY 2, 2019

In the meantime, Microsoft has decided to introduce a new package called the HoloLens 2 Development Edition, which comes bundled with a couple of valuable software add-ons from Unity, as well as an opportunity to save some cash on your Azure usage.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 17, 2022

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. This intelligent headset is cross-compatible with all of the leading VR headsets, and can be added to a wide range of different tools in the current marketplace. Rebuff Reality VR Ears.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

JULY 21, 2022

of its AR Instructor remote guidance tool this Tuesday. The software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution can stream video and digital twins into the display of a worker to assist with remote guidance procedures. includes new features such as animated digital twins, content caching, and enhanced workflow management tools.

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Mashable VR

MARCH 10, 2022

TL;DR: Lifetime access to Microsoft Office's essential apps on Mac or PC is on sale for £38.04, saving you 85% on list price. From mental health and productivity tools to entertainment and exercise apps, monthly subscription fees are getting out of hand. Credit: Microsoft. Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021.

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GizModo VR

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

That company you once knew as Facebook is partnering with enterprise rival Microsoft to integrate its Workplace tool with Teams in a potential foreshadowing of future metaverse collaboration. Read more.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 10, 2022

This Monday, Taqtile, creators of the augmented reality (AR) remote guidance tool Manifest, announced the integration of Microsoft’s Azure Remote Rendering tools for its service. The CEO also said that the Microsoft and Taqtile technology alliance helped its defence clients meet greater operational readiness levels.

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GizModo VR

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Over the weekend, some Android users with Microsoft Teams installed began reporting that they weren’t able to call 911 unless they were signed into the app’s latest update. It’s a pretty grisly software bug, to be sure, and one that’s thankfully been rectified thanks to a new patch that Microsoft issued to its latest… Read more.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 2, 2022

Remote connectivity and workplace tech provider TeamViewer announced on Tuesday it had opened a strategic partnership with Siemens Digital Industries Software. The new alliance will allow the former to integrate Frontline, its augmented reality (AR) platform, with Siemens’ product lifecycle management (PLM) Teamcenter software.

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Road to VR

MAY 2, 2019

Microsoft today announced they’re releasing a developer-focused HoloLens 2 bundle that aims to make the AR headset and software tools more accessible to developers and businesses. Aptly named the HoloLens 2 Development Edition, Microsoft is pitching the bundle staring at $99 per month/per user.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

APRIL 26, 2023

Today, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) blocked Microsoft’s $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, which provides the “ building blocks ” for its Metaverse. Microsoft first announced its acquisition in 2022.

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