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John Carmack: PC VR "A Boutique Niche", Beat Saber "Far More Important Than Half-Life: Alyx"

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John Carmack described PC VR as "a boutique niche", standalone VR as "the biggest win that VR ever had", and Beat Saber as "far more important than Half-Life: Alyx". In a post on X , the former Oculus CTO once again clarified his position on standalone and PC VR, a position he has held for more than a decade. Whenever I post something critical of Metas handling of VR, there are always some old timers that pile on with Yeah!

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Assam to Launch India's First VR-Enabled Metaverse for Schools by 2025: Gyan Dhara Initiative

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Assam is set to revolutionize education in India with the launch of Gyan Dhara, the country's first VR-enabled metaverse platform for schools, expected to be implemented in select schools by November 2025.This initiative, a collaboration between IIT Guwahati and the Assam government, aims to bring immersive learning experiences to students, particularly in rural areas, by leveraging virtual reality technology and gadgets.

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Apple Vision Pro 2 (Lite) Rumored Specs, Release Date & Price

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Apple Vision Pro 2 (Lite) news is catching the attention of everyone interested in mixed reality. The highly anticipated device is expected to arrive somewhere around the end of 2025 or the beginning of 2026. Experts project that this iteration will provide elements of the original Vision Pro but at a significantly reduced overall cost. [.] The post Apple Vision Pro 2 (Lite) Rumored Specs, Release Date & Price appeared first on Metamandrill.com.

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Xiaomi AI Glasses Obtain Network Access License, Expected to Debut withXiaomi 15 Ultra in February

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According to leaked information On February 6, Xiaomis AI glasses have recently received network access approval. In addition to the AI glasses, several other Xiaomi products, including smartwatches, TWS earbuds, tablets, camera controllers, and in- car smart keys, have also passed the network certification process. Reports suggest that the Xiaomi AI glasses are expected to debut alongside the Xiaomi 15 Ultra in February 2025.

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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.

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Meta Enlisted A-List Celebrities For Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Super Bowl Ads

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Meta ran two Super Bowl ads for the Ray-Ban Meta glasses featuring Chris Pratt, Chris Hemsworth, and Kris Jenner. The company says the two ads were directed by Matthew Vaughn, the director of the Kingsman franchise. 0:00 / 0:30 1 "Hey Meta, Who Eats Art?" ft. Chris Hemsworth, Chris Pratt and Kris Jenner. 0:00 / 0:30 1 "Art Prank Gone Wrong", ft Chris Hemsworth and Chris Pratt.

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The Thriving AR/VR Industry in India: A New Frontier in Technology

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As of February 2025, India's augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) industry is witnessing remarkable growth, driven by advancements in technology and increasing consumer adoption. This burgeoning sector is not only transforming entertainment and gaming but also revolutionizing various industries such as retail, healthcare, and education.

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