Road to VR

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Ahead of Mobile World Congress (MWC) next week, Google announced it’s bringing ARCore , it’s augmented reality SDK, out of preview and to a number of flagship smartphones in its 1.0 Once Google throws the switch, you’ll be able to download ARCore here. image courtesy Google. image courtesy Google.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

Well, you’re in luck; the Meta Quest Software update tool, announced in June 2024, allows users to manually update their headsets. Here’s everything you need to know about using the Meta Quest software update tool. What is the Meta Quest Software Update Tool? Meta quickly announced that the tool had “gone live” soon after.

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The Ghost Howls

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A VPS system detecting visual features in the surrounding environment (Image by Google) VPS stands for Visual Positioning System. GPS together with the sensors on the phone is all that we need to orient ourselves on a 2D map like Google Maps that we use every day. What is VPS? How do you develop an application using VPS?

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The Ghost Howls

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

I’m already known in the VR communities as being the guy who published on App Lab an experience that was just made of a cube (you can download it here ). How to download the app. I’m unsure if submitting it to SideQuest, but for now, I made it available via my Google Drive folder. How to install the app.

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VRScout

MARCH 10, 2022

Unlike standard AR experiences that require dedicated apps, 8th Wall’s WebAR technology allows you to access high-end AR content directly from a compatible WebAR browser, such as Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. No additional download is required. Credit: Niantic x 8th Wall.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

It’s been about a week since Google announced it had stopped active development on VR creation suite Tilt Brush (2016) and made the app open source. Check out our simple guide of how (and why) to use SideQuest to download this and a mountain of other games and apps. Stay tuned for more!”

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

If you’ve been one of the creators working with Tilt Brush and Blocks, you’re probably aware of the two different galleries Google created for you to showcase your work: Sketches and Objects. The post Google Launches Poly, a Home and Discovery Platform for VR and AR Content appeared first on VRScout.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

” In addition to Viveverse, HTC Vive also unveiled Vive Guardian, a new privacy and safety tool for parents and kids to use while exploring the metaverse. The Vive Guardian app is available free to download via the Google Play Store and Viveport. The app features two modes: Free and Broadcast. Image Credit: HTC Vive.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Google has just launched Poly , a new platform for browsing and downloading 3D objects and scenes. Fully integrated with Google’s popular VR creative tools Tilt Brush and Blocks , the new site also supports direct OBJ upload, and viewing of objects using a VR headset, or via a desktop or mobile browser.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Google today released the Tilt Brush Toolkit , a set of scripts that people can download for free on GitHub that allow developers and creators to interpret.tilt files in different ways. VR developer Robert McGregor only recently wrote about how Tilt Brush is going in places that even Google might not have expected.

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Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Spatial , the social collaboration platform for XR devices, is now available for public download on Oculus Quest, which includes cross-platform support for HoloLens, Magic Leap One, Nreal, Web browsers, and iOS & Android mobile devices. You can download Spatial for Quest here.

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VRScout

JUNE 8, 2023

Download the Virtual Adventurer app now to explore 9 California State Parks in immersive AR. Through this app and emerging digital technology, we hope these tools will help all visitors see themselves as part of these special places and feel a sense of belonging. For more information visit here.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 15, 2025

This week, we had quite a lot of interesting news about all the major players: Apple, Meta, Google, and Valve. I think this decision may make a lot of sense: Meta is allegedly going to release glasses with a display at the end of this year, so launching something with fewer features may not have made much sense for Google.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 22, 2024

Zuck’s genius move before Google I/O I was kinda shocked reading this piece of news, but I was also quite happy because I’m all in for open platforms, and seeing finally Meta breaking the walls of its walled garden is for me a good thing. And with the operating system comes also Meta’s store.

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VRScout

APRIL 15, 2021

Some of the top apps on Quest are social apps, and there’s a growing number of productivity tools (both for collaboration and solo use, like Infinite Office), creativity tools (like the DJ app Tribe XR), and even fitness apps (like FitXR and Supernatural),” said Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

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ARPost

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

And then there are the “tools” with which all of the above will have to be created, modeled, written, and programmed. Unity (Nasdaq: U) for 3D Modeling and Animation Tools. The virtual experience can be downloaded on the headset and work independently. Amazon (Nasdaq: AMZN) and Google (Nasdaq: GOOGL) for Servers.

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ARPost

AUGUST 25, 2020

Especially with a host of low-cost VR devices such as the Google Cardboard and Samsung Gear headset, it’s already speculated that marketers will take advantage of this new messaging channel. Moreover, this tool offers a long-term return-on-investment with the right strategy, exceeding the initial cost. Product Demonstrators.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 10, 2019

Google I/O 2019 has just finished and has all been about new augmented reality features. Well, you are in the right place… Google ARCore. It works quite well, but it can be used only by the most recent phones that have been certified by Google for ARCore (all the other ones, can try this hack ). Isn’t it cool?

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VRScout

APRIL 24, 2017

Google has officially unveiled their next generation Jump camera — the Yi Halo. Announced at the NAB conference in Las Vegas Monday, the Xiaomi-backed Yi has partnered with Google to bring a new professional camera to the market with some much needed improvements. The Yi Halo has 17 lenses and costs $17,000. at 60 frames per second.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Those interested can download the Portable Emulator app 100% free of charge here. While I won’t tell you where to access these files outright due to legal reasons, a quick Google search should provide you with all the information you need. You can also reposition and resize your emulator as well as alter the screen aspect ratio.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 29, 2019

8th Wall, a Palo Alto-based company creating augmented reality development tools, today announced the release of its cloud-based authoring and hosting platform which aims to make it easier for AR developers by providing what it calls a “unified in-browser solution” to create and host WebAR experiences.

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VRScout

DECEMBER 15, 2017

We’ve already seen what’s possible when you get VR tools like Tilt Brush in the hands of artists. Tilt Brush by Google is a 3D painting tool that lets you paint in space. You can even remix Tilt Brush sketches, which means anyone can download, edit, add, and republish the sketch.

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AR Insider

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Advantages include dynamism for AR’s serendipity and short sessions, versus the friction of app stores and downloads. Will consumers spend 90 seconds downloading an app for an experience that lasts 30 seconds? How many downloads do you get?” posed Murphy-Chutorian.

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ARPost

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

As awareness of the LGBTQ+ community continues to increase and evolve, it is more and more apparent that technology will be a major tool for increased visibility. All a person has to do is set up their VR system, download and boot up the game (VRChat or Second Life), and find a room to interact with people.

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VRScout

MAY 26, 2019

Moon Rider , a new open source VR music visualization and rhythm game, pushes the boundaries of what web-based VR by offering an impressive, Beast Saber-like gaming experience without the need of a download or dedicated app. Google Daydream and Oculus Go users have access to only the Ride and Viewer Modes.

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The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The glasses should work with Google Gemini AI and have the following features: Processors : Snapdragon AR1 and NXP Camera : 12MP with Sony IMX681 Battery : 155mAh Weight : 50 grams The first batch of production should be around 500,000 units , with more to come if the glasses prove to be successful.

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ARPost

APRIL 27, 2021

There are some platforms that this article isn’t going to discuss because they lack tools to make them truly valuable for industry. Users have access to a large catalog of existing assets from sources like Sketchfab and Google Polly, but users can also upload their own assets. See Also: A Hands-On Review of ENGAGE.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 13, 2020

On the other side, this is massive for Apple, that mixing the data of Apple Maps together with all these point clouds detected by the rear cameras when in use, will be able to create an AR Cloud ecosystem probably even before Facebook, Microsoft, and Google. Let’s see if Facebook will be a worthier opponent than Google. Image by Acer).

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VRScout

APRIL 19, 2020

The filter has been released on BeautyPlus , Meitu’s flagship photo editing app, which features auto beautification, AR camera filters, and a suite of photo editing tools; available now on the App Store and Google Play. Million downloads.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

A tool to download user data will be released on April 1st, the company says. The company emphasizes that its so-called ‘Community Edition’ of Hubs can run on any platform that supports Kubernetes, which includes a majority of cloud services, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

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AR Insider

AUGUST 3, 2021

Advantages include dynamism for AR’s serendipity and short sessions, versus the friction of app stores and downloads. For example, will consumers spend 90 seconds downloading an app for an experience that lasts 30 seconds? For example, web AR campaigns can utilize tools like Google Analytics for nuanced campaign metrics.

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VRScout

MARCH 14, 2019

According to a Google Blog post , they are also relying on technology from TensorFlow Lite for mobile CPU inference or its new mobile GPU functionality where available, to help push AR into their platform. But is AR the right tool for YouTube channel engagement? These aren’t real glasses / Image Credit: YouTube.

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VRScout

MAY 1, 2019

There are tools and platforms that allow the creation of any interactive experience, educational training, or immersive business project without any special skills. Choosing the right tool depends on the level of project you want to build. BrioVR is a web-based tool where you can create, publish, and share 3D VR and AR experiences.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 28, 2023

There is not only the problem of the timezone but also the unknown of the internet connection and the inability of reaching Western websites like Google. VPN (Image from Know Your Meme) In China, most of the Western websites we use the most, like Google and Facebook, are blocked behind the Great Firewall.

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AR Insider

MARCH 26, 2021

Advantages include dynamism for AR’s serendipity and short sessions, versus the friction of app stores and downloads. For example, will consumers spend 90 seconds downloading an app for an experience that lasts 30 seconds? The latter’s “activation energy” dampens AR adoption, which is already challenged to begin with.

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Road to VR

APRIL 22, 2024

Then there’s App Lab, which acts like an ‘unlisted’ store; customers can buy and download content from App Lab, but only if they know the exact name of the app or have a direct URL to the app’s page. Meta still clearly wants that, and is trying to signal that Google is the reason it hasn’t happened yet.

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VRScout

APRIL 17, 2019

The popular VR art tool will arrive on Quest with cross-buy support. Facebook confirmed earlier today that Google’s immensely popular room-scale VR painting experience, Tilt Brush, is coming to the Oculus Quest headset this Spring. Image Credit: Google Inc. Image Credit: Google Inc. Image Credit: Google Inc.

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