Reality Bytes: OpenAI, Apple & Grubhub
AR Insider
OCTOBER 31, 2024
This week on Reality Bytes, we explore OpenAI's journalism grants, Apple's overdue safeguards and Grubhubs evolution into an ad platform. This post appeared first on AR Insider.
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XPANCEO smart contact lenses hands-on: AR prototypes from the future
The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 31, 2024
At AWE, XPANCEO , a Dubai-based company working on smart contact lenses, showcased a few interesting prototypes of its futuristic technology. I was able to even put my eyes close to one of them and I want to tell you everything about this experience! XPANCEO If you’re not new to this space, you will surely remember Mojo Vision , an incredible company based in the US that was working on smart contact lenses.
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From Audible to Augmented: Segmenting the Spatial Spectrum
AR Insider
OCTOBER 31, 2024
As AR evolves, it continues to branch into several form factors and flavors. This involves classifications like passthrough and seethrough; as well as flat AR, dimensional AR, and sometimes no display at all. We break down divisions & dynamics. This post appeared first on AR Insider.
Google Prepares Support for XR Headsets on Play Store, Marking The Next Chapter in XR Competition
Road to VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Code discovered in a recent Google Play update indicates the company may soon roll out support for XR headsets on its Android app store, which would mark a decisive shift in the competitive landscape. As reported by Android Authority , code in version 43.3.32-31 of the Google Play app contains mention of “XR headset,” including a new headset icon that ostensibly indicates whether an app works with the supported device.
The Future of eLearning in 2022: A Sensitive Eye for Authentic Translation and Localization
Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions
To avoid awkward and sometimes disastrous learning content, instructional designers must use authentic translation in the right context to get optimal results. For example, even a simple phrase like “got milk” translates to “are you lactating” in Mexico. Can you imagine what a straight translation might do to your course? With over 317 million people in the US and over 6.7 billion potential customers in the world, personalizing training seems logical.
Spatial Beats: Earnings Season & OpenAI’s Google Killer
AR Insider
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Big tech earns big and spends big while Wall Street frowns. And OpenAI takes the fight to Google. We have these and other items from AI and XR realms, through the eyes of Charlie Fink. This post appeared first on AR Insider.
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Meta Silently Increased Quest 3's Maximum GPU Clock Speed
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
A few months ago, without an announcement, Meta increased the maximum GPU clock frequency of Quest 3, and this carried over to Quest 3S. Quest's Horizon OS dynamically adjusts the headset's GPU speed to give apps the performance they need without wasting battery when they don’t need it. The highest frequency is, however, reserved for apps that enable Meta's dynamic resolution feature, which automatically adjusts the resolution within a range the developer specifies to maximize quality while main
Why Zuckerberg is Increasing Investment into a Multi-Billion Dollar Haemorrhaging Reality Labs Division
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OCTOBER 31, 2024
This week, Meta revealed its Q3 performance during its quarter-public earnings call. During the session, the leading XR and social technologies firm highlighted general operational success, with Q3 total revenue reaching $40.6 billion, up roughly 19%. Meta’s total expenses also increased by 14% to $23.2 billion, and the cost of revenue increased by 19% due to higher infrastructure costs.
Google Seems To Be Preparing The Play Store For Samsung's Headset
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Google seems to be preparing the Play Store to support the Android XR platform it's working on. If you're not familiar with it, the Play Store is Google's app store for Android phones, tablets, TVs, and smart watches, as well as supported Chromebooks. By decompiling the Play Store app to look at the code inside, Android Authority discovered a new "XR headset" string which would appear on an app's listing to note compatibility, and associated headset icon for remotely installing it.
EON Reality Participates In The 3rd Meeting Of The Aerospace Sector And The 1st International Congress Of Aerospace Sciences In Colombia
EON Reality
OCTOBER 31, 2024
IRVINE, CA – October 30, 2024 – EON Reality, the world leader in AI-assisted Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education, participated in a Colombian Aerospace Conference, the 3rd Meeting of the Aerospace Sector and the 1st International Congress of Aerospace Sciences in Colombia. The three-day event, held from October 28 to 30, 2024, at the Armenia Convention Center, was organized by the Scientific Corporation of the Aerospace Sector (C
How to Train Employees 65% Faster With Virtual Reality
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With a rapidly changing economy, Avangrid Renewables looked to virtual reality to develop a standardized form of immersive training in order to onboard and upskill technicians faster than ever before.
Gorilla Tag Swings Onto PlayStation VR2 Next Week
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Gorilla Tag will receive a PlayStation VR2 port next week. Confirmed by a new PlayStation Store listing, Another Axiom's viral hit appeared on the store earlier today without an official announcement from the studio, listing a November 8, 2024 launch. This follows previous news that Gorilla Tag has seen over 1 million daily active users, over 3 million monthly active users, and over 10 million lifetime players.
Photon Debuts Collaboration Tools for Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3 – AWE EU ’24
XR Today - Mixed Reality tag
OCTOBER 31, 2024
AWE EU 2024 continues to highlight the leading XR announcements and advancements. The latest news from the event highlights a cross-platform mixed-reality collaboration solution from Photon. The AWE EU Photon announcements include two multi-user services optimising immersive worker collaboration. Photon is introducing Fusion Sticky Notes Cross-Platform Remote Relocation and Fusion Sticky Notes Meta SSA Colocalization, two services that leverage the firm’s first-party Fusion multiplayer netwo
Pulsargeist Delivers Mixed Reality Horror This Halloween On Apple Vision Pro
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
If you're after survival horror on Apple Vision Pro this Halloween, Pulsargeist could be the answer. Created by SXP Studio, Pulsargeist is the recent winner of Vision Hack 2024 for Games & Entertainment. Described as a mixed reality horror game, you're tasked with scanning your surroundings to search for paranormal activity, exploring a dark parallel universe invaded by evil spirits.
EON Reality Unveils EON Spatial IQ Explorer: Revolutionizing Physical Environment Interaction with Advanced Spatial IQ Technology
EON Reality
OCTOBER 31, 2024
IRVINE, CA. – October 31, 2024 – EON Reality, the world leader in AI-assisted Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education, is proud to announce the launch of EON Spatial IQ Explorer , a groundbreaking platform that transforms the way users interact with their physical environments through advanced Spatial IQ technology.
Are You Still Watching? How to Create Engaging Presentations for Virtual Learning
Speaker: Richard Goring, Director at BrightCarbon
Remote meetings are here to stay - and many are BORING. If you are trying to engage your learners (or any audience), compelling content is critical. But trying to create stimulating content with the same tools you’ve always had is hard, right? Thankfully, wrong! Terrific tools in PowerPoint along with visual assets help you create the kind of dynamic content you need to capture your remote audience’s attention, with functions that allow for interactive sequences and navigation.
Ghost Town Is A New Supernatural Puzzle Adventure From The Room VR Studio
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Ghost Town is a new supernatural VR puzzle adventure coming soon to Quest, Steam, and PS VR2. Developed by Fireproof Games, best known for The Room VR: A Dark Matter , Ghost Town has been in development for nearly four years and begins with the supernatural sights of London in 1983. Heading up a paranormal detective agency with your flatmate, you play as Edith Penrose, who finds her world turned upside down after her brother goes missing. 0:00 / 1:26 1× Following clues to his whereabouts, you'll
Epic Turn-Based Tactical RPG ‘Triangle Strategy’ from Square Enix is Out Today on Meta Quest
Oculus
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Prepare to embark on a legendary journey that spans multiple continents, dozens of hours of adventure, and a vast cast of intriguing characters with Triangle.
Gargoyle Doyle Is A Comedic VR Movie Launching Today On Quest
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OCTOBER 31, 2024
Gargoyle Doyle crosses mixed reality museums with comedic VR storytelling, and it's out today on Quest. Produced by easyAction, Gargoyle Doyle is a 40-minute VR movie that begins in an MR museum. It tells the story of a gargoyle stuck on the wall of a cathedral and his ill-matched companion, gradually watching the world change around them over 800 years.
Wobble While You Work: ‘Human Fall Flat’ Comes to Meta Quest Today
Oculus
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Humans! We’re just a bunch of wobbly limbs held together with rubber bands, essentially—and no game has ever made that more clear than Human Fall.
AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities
Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor
With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.
Underworld Overseer Channels Dungeon Keeper Today On Quest & Steam
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Underworld Overseer brings Dungeon Keeper inspired strategic VR gameplay to Quest and Steam today. Developed by Myron Games ( Deisim ), Underworld Overseer is a villain-protagonist adventure where you play as the god-like Overseer fighting human invaders across an 18-level campaign. You're given many tools for defending your lair like placing traps and casting spells, alongside creating specific rooms that cater to your minions' individual needs, like farms for your food supply. 0:00 / 1:06 1× W
The Dead Walk in ‘Death Conquers All,’ the Latest Cosmic Event for ‘Asgard’s Wrath 2’
Oculus
OCTOBER 31, 2024
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Apple Vision Pro Is Coming To The United Arab Emirates & South Korea
Upload VR
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Apple Vision Pro is coming to the United Arab Emirates and South Korea on November 15. Apple Vision Pro has now been on the market for nine months. While it was originally only sold in the US, since then it has expanded to Canada, the UK, Australia, Germany, France, Japan, Singapore, and China, 9 countries. With the two new countries in just over two weeks, the headset will be sold in 11 countries in total.
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