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New Mod Adds Dozens Of Free Maps To ‘Gorilla Tag’

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Everyone’s favorite VR ape-simulator Gorilla Tag this week added dozens of new environments courtesy of the Monke Map Loader. In a trailer posted to Reddit , we catch a glimpse at the following original maps: New York City ISS (International Space Station) Museum Minecraft Volcano Whomp’s Fortress (Mario Bros.)

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NYPD Uses Location-Based VR For Active Shooter Training

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When it comes to the NYPD’s Counterterrorism Bureau—New York Cities primary local resource to guard against international and domestic terrorism—there’s no such thing as being overly prepared. The next generation of police training arrives in Brooklyn, NY. “It adds another whole component. Image Credit: ABC7.

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HaptX Gloves Will Help Transform VR Training and Design

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I was able to get an early preview of the industrial-grade product that is looking to empower VR developers to create simulations with realistic touch feedback and natural interaction. HaptX Gloves bring advanced simulation to VR and they aren’t for the general consumer. Image Credit: Az Balabanian.

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America’s Largest Public Healthcare System Adopts VR Simulation in OB Program

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VR simulation and training is one of the biggest use cases for virtual reality. One new deployment takes this to the extreme by increasing the health and wellness of those not yet born. While entirely in metro New York City, the organization consists of over 70 centers and provides care for over a million people every year.

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VR Firm Moth+Flame Opens AI Generative Content Beta

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Moth+Flame, a New York City-based provider of virtual reality (VR) immersive learning, launched an artificial intelligence (AI) generative content authoring tool for VR content this week. The efforts aim to boost skills for salespeople by overcoming objections with virtually simulated conversations.

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Diesel Plays On Your Fear of Heights With VR Ledge Walk

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You find yourself standing on the ledge of a New York city building, precariously perched outside as gusts of wind blow in your face. The view of the city at sunset is magnificent — then you look down. Sheer panic sets in as you realize how high up you are above the busy city streets.

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Augmented Reality in the Movies: When Fantasy Becomes Reality

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Moreover, they can test out any new techniques on a simulation rather than a real person. Located in New York City, she enjoys strolling through Central Park with a cappuccino in hand. Back to the Future II. As the title suggests, Back to the Future was promoting technology way ahead of its time. About the Author.