VRScout

JULY 12, 2022

The company also revealed the official specs of the device which you’ll find below: The Magic Leap 2 will be available for purchase on September 30th through select partners in the US, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with plans for release in Japan and Singapore by the end of the year.

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OCTOBER 25, 2017

We’ve seen several instances of this in the past, from a motorized bomb-defusal robot that allows Police to deactivate explosives remotely using a VR headset and motion controllers to a company using VR to train production machines. However it’s the software behind this impressive method of control that’s the real magic. .”

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AUGUST 11, 2020

Although the full Valve Index VR Kit still shows “8 or more weeks” across the board, the Index headset itself and the headset + controller combo are now estimated to ship in between just two to four weeks in all supported countries. The full kit includes the Index headset, controllers, and SteamVR 2.0 base stations.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

To exhibit total control over an environment and its inhabitants using a series of god-like abilities? What kind of omnipotent being would you be? Kind and nurturing, or cruel and unforgiving?

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VRScout

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Last week we had the chance to check out Marvel’s Avengers: Damage Control , a new location-based VR experience from ILMxLAB that’s heading to select VOID centers October 18th. Unlike many other location-based experiences featured at The VOID, Avengers: Damage Control relies entirely on hand-tracking when it comes to player interaction.

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VRScout

JUNE 21, 2022

The location-based VR platform features motion controls, spatial audio, and temperature haptics. announced plans to open its first UNCONTAINED venue this summer at Playland Amusement Park in British Columbia and the annual PNE Fair in Vancouver, Canada. We first covered UNCONTAINED back in 2021. Developed by XR Immersive Tech Inc.,

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OCTOBER 3, 2019

The newest experience heading to VR attraction The VOID is Avengers: Damage Control. Here’s the tease: Assemble alongside Earth’s mightiest heroes in Avengers: Damage Control, an all-new virtual reality adventure from Marvel Studios and ILMxLAB. Available exclusively for a limited time at The VOID.

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APRIL 6, 2022

The Transformers were set to take their first big step into VR last week on PlayStation VR and PC VR headsets, however developers Meta4 have indefinitely pushed back release of the first-person shooter Transformers: Beyond Reality , saying the game has been “derailed by reasons beyond our control.” pic.twitter.com/irm7TE0tRG.

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JUNE 10, 2024

Previously only available in the United States since its initial launch in February, Apple says it’s now bringing Vision Pro to mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the UK, which includes keyboard support for major world languages used in those countries.

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AUGUST 6, 2018

Project Fusion’s VR-controlled robot arms could revolutionize remote collaboration. Using an Oculus Rift headset and a pair of motion controllers, that separate user can then operate the mechanical arms entirely in VR. Various buttons on the Oculus controllers allow operators to move the pinky, middle, and ring fingers simultaneously.

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ARPost

JULY 9, 2020

Since then, early users and preorders have popped up around the world – including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The voice-controlled AR glasses are focused on versatility as they are compatible with a wide range of external devices, sensors, and computing devices – including smartphones.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Like its original 2019-era Masterpiece Studio , Masterpiece Studio Pro lets users create 3D assets within VR, letting you use motion controllers to draw, sculpt, texture, optimize, rig, skin, and animate things like characters or objects. The Pro version was launched back in April 2021. Image courtesy Masterpiece Studio. .

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APRIL 22, 2023

Meta is opening up its online social worlds to teenagers in the United States and Canada. Quest headsets are designed for use by those aged 13 and older, with "customized controls with age-appropriate settings" for those looking to connect in Meta's virtual reality. "Teens’

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JUNE 19, 2023

Slated to launch later this year, Meta says in a blogpost that its new parent-managed Meta accounts will require preteens to get their parent’s approval to set up an account, giving adults control over what apps their preteens can download from the Meta app store.

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VRScout

JUNE 13, 2022

As is the case with existing players in the US and Canada, you will need to be at least 18 in order to access the experience. These new features are just the latest in a series of safety-minded updates designed to give users more control over their metaverse experience.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 20, 2021

Italy, Canada, and China together to create an amazing video about these VR glasses! 6DOF headset and controllers (Image by FXG). The buttons and the triggers are the ones that are now the de-facto standard for VR controllers. The buttons and the triggers are the ones that are now the de-facto standard for VR controllers.

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ARPost

AUGUST 25, 2022

Inputs include a touchpad, head-tracking, and full voice control. At launch, they will be available in the US, UK, Canada, and Japan. The headset also comes loaded with onboard speakers, noise-canceling microphones, and an HD camera capable of taking photographs or streaming video. Blade 2 in the Vuzix Ecosystem.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In addition to taking preorders from customers in the US, UK, most of Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, the company is also set to expand preorders to Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The device has control buttons and a touchpad onboard, but can also be controlled via voice commands, or software on the connected computer. We now know that the smart glasses ship to customers in the US, Canada, UK, EU, and Japan for $1,300 – almost half the price of the original M400. This Model in the Vuzix Ecosystem.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

Pick up a Daydream View headset with controller and have a seat. Last month, Google announced Daydream View, their light and comfortable VR headset and controller powered by any Daydream-ready phone. Canada: Bell, Rogers, Telus, Best Buy; $99 (CAD). You can check out YouTube VR, Wonderglade, Fantastic Beasts, or Street View.

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AUGUST 18, 2016

Soon you’ll be able to walk into a regular store in Europe and Canada and pick up an Oculus Rift headset, according to a tweet from the company’s CEO Brendan Iribe. Rift hits retail in Europe and Canada Sept 20, in-store Touch demos begin in October. pic.twitter.com/dJxx8rFsyY.

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MAY 13, 2024

The company calls its new scheme the “Trial Payment, Final Payment” model, as outlined in a recent announcement , making it available first in select regions including the US, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. The new payment model is slated to go into effect on its website sometime this week.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

The enterprise-only standalone headset features dual 6DoF controllers and improved Fresnel lenses. ” The biggest update comes in the form of dual 6DoF controllers, which finally bring out the full potential of the headsets “world-scale” tracking capabilities. Image Credit: HTC.

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JULY 31, 2024

It’s now launching on v68 in experimental mode on Quest 3, although at first it will only be avialable in the US and Canada in English. Quest 3 also now supports Content Adaptive Brightness Control, which reduces contrast in darker scenes, improving the display experience.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

.” Meta hasn’t said who is getting access to the new Personal Space next, however like the Horizon Worlds rollout it’s possible the company is handpicking regions across the entire Horizon Worlds userbase, which for now only includes 18+ in the US, Canada, UK, Iceland, Ireland, France, and Spain.

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

Supported controllers include all Xbox One S and Xbox One X controllers, PS4 and PS5 controllers, and some later-generation Xbox One controllers. You can find a list of officially supported controllers here , although many other non-listed Bluetooth controller also work, like an old Google Stadia controller.

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VRScout

DECEMBER 9, 2021

You are in full control of your experience there. Horizon Worlds is open to anyone 18 and over in the US and Canada, available for download for free on Quest 2 here (as of January 13, 2022, it will no longer be supported on the original Quest). . Image Credit: Meta. Creators: tMARKbirman and 5andw1ch) .

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MAY 4, 2018

Featuring 3 DOF head tracking and a single 3 DOF controller, the headset has a few clever design changes from the smartphone-driven Gear VR, including stereo speakers and both more space and dedicated spacer brackets for glasses wearers. Check out our deep dive review to see why we called it the standalone VR headset priced for the masses.

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DECEMBER 9, 2021

Starting today, the platform is available to those in the US & Canada who are 18 years old or older—on Quest 2 and Oculus PC. Anyone in the US & Canada that is over 18 years old is welcome to join Horizon Worlds on Quest 2 or Oculus PC (Meta is pulling the plug on support for the original Quest starting on January 13th).

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MARCH 4, 2022

Recently we received funding through both the Canada Council as well as Epic games. I also have a collection of cabaret shows I’ve been working on which I intend to release after the mapper is under control, sort of VR circus experiences in a big old building similar to the “Magic Castle” in Los Angeles.

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VRScout

MARCH 9, 2017

Once users put on the HTC Vive or Oculus Rift headset depending on the location, they are instantly transported into a realistic work environment that features haptic feedback on the controllers for maximum immersion.

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JANUARY 31, 2023

” Meta says moderation responsibilities can be shared among trusted members, so creators can better control who gets in and who’s kicked out, however the company says its Code of Conduct for Virtual Experiences is still in effect in privately owned spaces. It was too good to be true.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Developed by ILMxLAB and Lucasfilm, the Nissan-sponsored experience will be available soon on the HTC Vive and Samsung Gear VR at select dealerships throughout the US, Mexico, and Canada. It’s cool to finally see a VR game that focuses on the often-overlooked side-kicks of the Star Wars universe.

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OCTOBER 3, 2016

The Vive’s Lighthouse tracking system is an impressive piece of tech, considering it boasts sub-millimeter, 3D room-scale positional tracking for a VR headset and hand controllers using lasers. But haven’t you ever wished the Vive controllers could be used for more than just hand tracking? The grand prize?

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Fly the space shuttle in an accurate physics based landing simulation and take control of the Canada Arm in space as you witness the Earth pass below during a full day / night cycle.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Notably, the headset doesn’t include the requiste SteamVR tracking base stations or SteamVR-compatible controllers like the Valve Index controller or HTC Vive wand—you’ll have to purchase those separately. Controllers SteamVR controllers (ex. Base Stations. Not included. Valve Index, HTC Vive). Not included.

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VRScout

AUGUST 22, 2017

Time to applaud for a sweet deal on the HTC Vive, Clash of Clans partners w/ Facebook to bring AR to fans, control VR with your mind, new predictions for spending & investment are out, the investment & funding wrapup, and more… 1. CONTROL VR WITH YOUR THOUGHTS. PUT YOUR HANDS TOGETHER FOR A PRICE BREAK ON THE VIVE.

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