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Meta Faces FTC Buyout Block, First-Ever Sales Fall

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The document also notes Meta’s acquisition of Oculus VR in 2018 and an email where Zuckerberg said it was crucial to be “completely ubiquitous in killer apps,” or programmes that demonstrate the capabilities of the headset’s technologies, among others. Meta Faces FTC, Earnings Woes.

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The XR Week Peek (2020.03.09): New Half-Life: Alyx videos and details, coronavirus makes events go virtual and much more!

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Oculus rejects Crisis VRigade again, causing backlash from the community. It was rejected by Oculus, but it found great success on Quest’s unofficial store. And again, Oculus has given no reason for thi s, and has just suggested developers to join Oculus Start. So, Start it is not a valid answer.

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The Curious Relationship Between DVDs and VR

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If this fact isn’t enough to convince you of the terrifying speed at which ideas and technology move, here’s another: A hundred years ago, the first supermarket was opened in Memphis, Tennessee. Whereas in other industries, you’re confident you’re making a difference, technology is always a bit of a toss up. Of course not.