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Niantic Brings Its Real-World Metaverse To Browsers

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With the addition of this powerful system, developers can create browser-based AR experiences that require no additional software in order to access, which is something that some experts consider an obstacle to mass adoption. The platform also allows developers to access a 3D mesh of their virtual environment. Credit: Niantic.

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How does Virtual Reality Work? The Ultimate Guide

XR Today - Virtual Reality

Have you ever wondered, “How does virtual reality work?” How can the right combination of hardware and software instantly transport us into a new world? What components does a “virtual reality” experience need to be truly immersive? In recent years, the “virtual reality” world has evolved drastically.

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Holovis Uses Giant Robot Arms for Intense VR Motion Simulated Experiences

Road to VR

Theme parks have been eager to add virtual reality rides to their list of attractions, but the majority of experiences are repurposed existing roller coasters, essentially offering the same ride but with a virtual environment to look at. image courtesy Holovis. image courtesy Holovis.

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Glossary: The Metaverse and its Key Components

XR Today - Virtual Reality

.” To understand the technology better, here is a quick introduction to the top Metaverse components, ideas, and technologies: Metaverse Avatars are a user’s digital embodiment in a virtual environment or game world, and may include hyper-realistic 3D representations powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Decentraland.

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AWE 2023: Hands-on wide-FOV headset XTAL 3 and Manomotion

The Ghost Howls

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. It was interesting that the SDK could not only track his hand but also segment it to show it inside the virtual application.

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Queen’s University Announces Dedicated VR Medical Training Center

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The Canadian university announces plans for new medical training center composed entirely of VR simulations. Dan Howes, Director of the Queen’s Faculty of Health Sciences Clinical Simulation Center. Virtual reality offers exciting new opportunities for us to realistically simulate a wide range of clinical situations.

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Lenovo, Qualcomm Partner for AI-Ready XR Training

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AI-Ready VR Training Software to Improve Company-Wide Skills VirtualSpeech is a company known worldwide for using AI in its training platforms to improve workers’ soft skills, such as presentation, public speaking, and meeting skills.

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