Road to VR

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Though it has held fairly steady since its launch in October, the stock of Oculus Quest 2 is starting to dwindle heading into the Black Friday holiday shopping season. However, the headset is starting to see shipping delays that are likely to get worse as we head into Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the 2020 holiday shopping season.

South Korea 363

South Korea United Kingdom Amazon New Zealand 363

Road to VR

MAY 31, 2021

Oculus Quest 2 has everything you need in the box to get playing an awesome selection of VR games. With onboard computing, sensors, and battery all located inside the Oculus Quest 2, the device is decidedly front-heavy. Official Oculus Link Cable | Image courtesy Oculus. Upgrade Your Headstrap. Thankfully, any 3.0

Oculus 323

Oculus Amazon Latency United States 323

VRScout

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Oculus promises its 16-foot fiber optic cable will provide the ideal PC VR experience on Quest. Last month, Oculus began rolling out the beta for Oculus Link , an exciting piece of software that allows Oculus Quest users to enjoy high-end PC VR games and experiences on their standalone headsets. Image Credit: Oculus.

Oculus 314

Oculus New Zealand Data Taiwan 314

VRScout

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Oculus Quest continues to sell out, backorders pushed to mid-February. VR technology has absolutely dominated the 2019 holiday season as numerous major retailers—both physical and online—continue to sell out of 64GB and 128GB Oculus Quest headsets. . Image Credit: Oculus. Feature Image Credit: Oculus.

Oculus 239

Oculus Retail Amazon Technology 239

Road to VR

JANUARY 3, 2020

After a slow start, 2019 rounded out to be an undeniably strong year for consumer VR, setting up a springboard into a big 2020. Here’s an overview of the major happenings in VR over the last year, and a glimpse of what will come in 2020. Oculus Quest. Image courtesy Oculus. Oculus Rift S.

Gaming 246

Gaming Oculus HTC Sony 246

Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Description: Oculus Ready G333 VR is the official in-ear audio solution for Oculus Quest 2. Availability : Available in North America at Oculus.com and Logitech.com, and through retail partners Amazon and Best Buy. Description : Oculus Ready PRO Gaming HeadsetVR is the official over-ear audio solution for Oculus Quest 2.

North America 363

North America America Retail Amazon 363

Hypergrid Business

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Oculus Quest 2 (Image courtesy Oculus.). 2020 has been a challenging year and nobody could be blamed if they were looking for a little reprieve from reality. Amazon’s a good place to get your VR experience going. Here’s a list of the ten most popular options currently available on Amazon.

Amazon 158

Amazon Oculus Sony Samsung 158

AR Insider

MARCH 30, 2021

This traces back to Facebook’s Oculus acquisition in early 2014 that kicked off the current wave of excitement….including That excitement culminated in 2016 after the Oculus acquisition had time to set off a chain reaction of startup activity, tech-giant investment, and VC inflows for the “next computing platform.” Warming Up .

Wearables 362

Wearables AR Strategy Apple 362

Road to VR

MARCH 21, 2024

Meta is once again reducing the price of Quest 2, this time bringing the 128GB version of its 2020-era standalone VR headset to just $200. That could suggest we’re not getting a restock, or price change from its $300 MSRP.

Retail 334

Retail Amazon Apple Hardware 334

ARPost

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

billion in 2019, with many billions more being invested in R&D by the likes of Facebook, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and many more. Their Oculus app allows real-time collaboration without ever leaving your home. As of November 2020, they’re hiring for both New York and San Francisco positions.

Augmented Reality 368

Augmented Reality Machine Learning New York Los Angeles 368

Road to VR

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Bigscreen supports Oculus Quest, Oculus Go, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Valve Index, and all Windows VR headsets. The company is also putting special emphasis on its weekly 3D films, as streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon’s Prime Video typically only serve up 2D versions.

Filming 260

Filming Indiana United Kingdom Sweden 260

Road to VR

AUGUST 5, 2021

Since its launch in 2019 Oculus Quest has represented a major shift in Facebook’s VR strategy by moving away from the PC. Quest 2, which launched in October 2020, has become the most popular VR headset on the market. Oculus Link & Air Link. Image courtesy Oculus. Up to 120Hz Refresh Rate on Quest 2.

Oculus 363

Oculus Hand tracking Controllers Gaming 363

The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Facebook has started today enforcing the “Facebook login” rule , asking Oculus users to merge their Facebook and Oculus accounts. So I imagine a Quest 2 where you can avoid having a Facebook account, but you can’t use the Oculus Store, or all the most important apps and games , and so you are de facto forced to use it.

AR 524

AR Google Machine Learning Augmented Reality 524

The Ghost Howls

JULY 9, 2022

The Digital Markets Act is a law that the European Parliament and Commission are discussing since 2020 and has the purpose of limiting the excessive power of the major tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Meta. Digital Markets Act.

Apple 516

Apple Europe Data Amazon 516

Road to VR

OCTOBER 13, 2023

There are a number of third-party silicone covers on Amazon which fit right over the stock facepad, ranging from $10 to $15, and offer equal protection from face grime. Many on Amazon can even do fast charging , although getting one with data transfer is hit and miss. Pick one, and you’re playing Half-Life: Alyx (2020) in no time.

Amazon 289

Amazon Controllers Latency Gaming 289

AR Insider

MARCH 16, 2021

This traces back to Facebook’s Oculus acquisition in early 2014 that kicked off the current wave of excitement….including That excitement culminated in 2016 after the Oculus acquisition had time to set off a chain reaction of startup activity, tech-giant investment, and VC inflows for the “next computing platform.”

AR 339

AR Google Data Examples 339

The Ghost Howls

MARCH 2, 2020

To make you understand how these features are incredible, Qualcomm has stated that “the [XR2] reference design has 2x the CPU and GPU performance, 4x more video bandwidth, 6x higher resolution and 11x AI improvement compared to our current widely adopted XR platform [the Oculus Quest ]”. 20 AR trends to follow in 2020.

Hand tracking 309

Hand tracking AR Oculus HTC 309

VRScout

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Unfortunately, new plates won’t be available until early 2020, and their specific functionalities are still under a shroud of HTC secrecy. While Facebook appears to be heavily embracing untethered VR with its continued support of the Oculus Quest, HTC seems to be firmly committed to tethered PC VR experiences.

HTC 301

HTC Controllers Oculus America 301

AR Insider

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

All the big tech players — Microsoft, Google, Facebook, and Amazon — are in the game as well. Companies like Ikea, Target, and Amazon have already used ARKit, mostly for placing virtual furniture in a room to see if it fits. High-end iPhones released in 2020 include advanced Lidar sensors embedded in their camera.

Augmented Reality 198

Augmented Reality Amazon Apple Virtual Reality 198

The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

This has been the week of the OC6, but, believe it or not, I have been able to find some other interesting news that don’t regard Oculus. Image by Oculus). Oculus bets on Oculus Quest at OC6. Well, the top news of the week is, of course, the Oculus Connect 6. Do you want to read them? Top news of the week.

Oculus 195

Oculus Augmented Reality AR Amazon 195

The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 22, 2021

Instagram has a very popular creation tool called SparkAR , which can be easily used by all creators without knowing how to code, and has seen a spike in usage in 2020. while we have seen the complicated life of Oculus hands-on booths at Best Buy. million AR effects on Facebook and Instagram. Duck Face, Magic Leap One, and me.

Augmented Reality 544

Augmented Reality Magic Leap AR Apple 544

AR Insider

MARCH 24, 2020

This post is adapted from ARtillery Intelligence’s report, Spatial Computing: 2019 Lessons, 2020 Outlook. As we roll into 2020, that leaves the question of where we are now? And Oculus Quest is a beacon of hope on the VR side. It includes some of its data and takeaways. But there are also confidence signals. AR at Work.

AR 213

AR Industry Retail Data 213

The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

revenues in 2021 , up from $1.14B in 2020, with a 2x growth over one year period. These are huge numbers for VR: if you look at the most recent SteamVR survey, you get that Oculus headsets are now at 67% of the whole PCVR market. The previous one went great on Amazon, and I’m sure this will be a great read, too. Learn more.

Virtual Reality 404

Virtual Reality Microsoft Data Machine Learning 404

ARPost

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

The studio, along with IMAX, have made it possible for audiences to explore environments like the Grand Canyon, the Amazon, and the Antarctic. Shaun: We first started working with AR five or six years ago and had the opportunity to test the first version of the Oculus alongside our 8K IMAX technology with the widest lenses possible.

Filming 193

Filming Virtual Reality Alaska Washington 193

ARVR

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

How To Use the ARLOOPA App: A Step-by-Step Guide (2020) 3. Billie Eilish performed in VR using the Oculus Venues app on Oculus Quest. Amazon also sent a powerful signal to the markets regarding the possible expansion of immersive live music events, by bringing Twitch ’s live stream to its Amazon Music App.

Virtual Reality 147

Virtual Reality Industry Augmented Reality AR 147

Peter Graham

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

Oculus has a few deals on both hardware and software for new and existing customers alike. There’s no discount on Oculus Quest, with both the 64GB and 128 GB models their regular price but you can at least get a free videogame. Oculus Quest (64GB/128GB) – Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series for free.

Amazon 81

Amazon HTC Oculus Software 81

Peter Graham

JANUARY 20, 2020

During CES 2020 bHaptics announced it was even easier to delve into this new world, as its haptic vest became available on Amazon. . There’s the Tactal , a haptic face cushion which supports a range of headsets including Oculus Quest, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive and Pimax for $149.00.

Haptic 52

Haptic Amazon Retail Virtual Reality 52

VRScout

OCTOBER 21, 2018

Right now, fans are waiting intently for the release of Scraper: First Strike, the first in a line of episodes that will culminate in the complete release of the first title in 2020. I don’t think there are any Humech robots in that story like the Scraper: The Rise of Cifer novel, which is available on Amazon.

Machine Learning 309

Machine Learning New York City Industry Gaming 309

The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

According to the same report, the glasses should be released around Q2 2020 , and Taiwan’s ODMs Quanta Computer and Pegatron should handle the assembly job. Shipping to consumers is expected for 2020. (BTW, If you’re a company and want to implement AR for marketing or productivity, feel free to contact me and I will help you for sure!).

Augmented Reality 189

Augmented Reality Google Machine Learning AR 189

Upload VR

MARCH 5, 2024

Facebook Won’t Allow Cloud VR Streaming On Oculus Store Or App Lab A new Oculus policy forbids cloud VR streaming on both the store and App Lab. I tried PlutoSphere back in 2021 just before it launched, and found that when using a nearby datacenter it felt essentially identical to Virtual Desktop with a PC on my local network.

Strategy 132

Strategy Amazon Oculus Technology 132

ARVR

APRIL 5, 2021

This traces back to Facebook’s Oculus acquisition in early 2014 that kicked off the current wave of excitement….including That excitement culminated in 2016 after the Oculus acquisition had time to set off a chain reaction of startup activity, tech-giant investment, and VC inflows for the “next computing platform.”

Wearables 130

Wearables AR Strategy Apple 130

Peter Graham

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

It’s an exciting day for Oculus Quest as the headset can finally be cabled to a PC to play Oculus Rift videogames, all thanks to Oculus Link. We’ll start rolling out our cable with limited quantities in select regions this year, and continue to expand availability in 2020.”

Oculus 41

Oculus North America Hand tracking Australia 41

VRGames

DECEMBER 18, 2019

And it is all thanks to Respawn who is working on bringing their own take on the game to Oculus VR headsets. Slated for a release in early 2020, Respawn’s Medal of Honor is coming exclusively to the Oculus headsets but that might not be a permanent thing. But it looks like Medal of Honor is coming back and in VR no less.

Oculus 52

Oculus Amazon Simulation Filming 52

VRGames

DECEMBER 18, 2019

And it is all thanks to Respawn who is working on bringing their own take on the game to Oculus VR headsets. Slated for a release in early 2020, Respawn’s Medal of Honor is coming exclusively to the Oculus headsets but that might not be a permanent thing. But it looks like Medal of Honor is coming back and in VR no less.

Oculus 52

Oculus Amazon Simulation Filming 52

AR Insider

MAY 6, 2020

8th Wall recently partnered with Amazon Sumerian on a WebAR ad experience where, with just a click of a banner ad, an AR experience placed a 3D Spiderman into your space for you to interact with directly in your mobile browser. The Evolution of Brand Ambassadors. Social media has given rise to a new brand ambassador, the Influencer.

AR 401

AR Examples Data Head Mounted Display 401

Peter Graham

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Starting with 12 projects which are freely available to watch, over the course of 2020 further pieces will be added as EarthXR works with production companies on topics which will shed light on environmental and social justice issues. The EarthX festival will be held in Dallas from 17th – 26th April 2020.

Samsung 65

Samsung Africa Dallas Filming 65

ARVR

MARCH 24, 2021

This traces back to Facebook’s Oculus acquisition in early 2014 that kicked off the current wave of excitement….including That excitement culminated in 2016 after the Oculus acquisition had time to set off a chain reaction of startup activity, tech-giant investment, and VC inflows for the “next computing platform.”

AR 130

AR Data Google Automotive 130