The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 1, 2021
I love passthrough augmented reality , because it lets us create AR experiences with the VR headsets that we already own, plus it also opens up augmented reality to new possibilities, like wide-FOV vision or diminished reality experiences. You all know that Facebook has recently released Passthrough APIs to let developers create AR experiences on Quest 2, and of course, I am experimenting with them.
AR Insider
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
AR could be the optimal vessel for NFTs. while NFTs serve as an AR killer app. How will this play out? Guest author Anne McKinnon breaks down 3 lessons from creating AR on the blockchain. The post Where Do AR and NFTs Intersect? appeared first on AR Insider.
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VRScout
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Valve’s next hardware release could be an all-in-one VR headset according to new reports circulating the web. According to several bits of information discovered in Valve’s SteamVR code, it appears as though the company is currently in the development of a new VR headset. Unlike the Valve Index, the company’s premium PC VR headset, the “Deckard,” as it’s referred to in the notes, is a wireless standalone VR headset capable of operating without the need of a de
ARPost
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
The annual Augmented World Expo (AWE) USA is still over a month away, but the full agenda is live. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the speakers and talks that we’re most excited about at ARPost , but we’ll also tell you why we’re so excited about them and why you should be too. AWE Is Back In-Person. We’re excited about the whole event. There’s a lot of buzz around this year because, while AWE never took a break, the conference went online last year and this time it’s live and in-person in Sa
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.
The Ghost Howls
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Pico today announced the release of Pico Neo 3 Pro and Pico Neo 3 Pro Eye , its latest enterprise standalone headsets, to the Western markets. I have just received the Pico Neo 3 Pro directly from Pico Interactive (thanks!) and after some quick tests, I’m ready to give you some brief first impressions about it, so you can already decide if considering buying it or not.
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VRScout
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
The Nreal Air AR smart glasses are capable of simulating a massive 201-inch with a refresh rate of 90Hz. Hot off the heels of a successful Series C funding round, Nreal—the company behind the Nreal Light AR glasses—has announced a new set of consumer AR sunglasses. The Nreal Air are unlike any other AR glasses we’ve seen so far, combining style with technology.
ARPost
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Nreal is one of the most exciting names in consumer AR hardware. The flagship model that we’ve seen the most of so far is Nreal Light. Many in the space were admittedly underwhelmed by an enterprise model that the otherwise consumer-focused company rolled out more recently, but the company has our attention once again with a lighter-weight, lower-cost model for media and gaming.
The Ghost Howls
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
After some days of teasing, Chinese AR company Nreal has finally announced its latest AR glasses: Nreal Air. I would define them as the “GearVR of augmented reality” Let me tell you why. Nreal. Nreal is one of the most interesting AR startups out there, and it has revolutionized the augmented reality sector launching the first stylish and affordable AR glasses during CES 2019.
AR Insider
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
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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.
VRScout
SEPTEMBER 26, 2021
Practice your meditation skills alongsdie your own Tamagotchi-style spirit guide in this guided meditation app. There are a number of studies that highlight the positive impact meditation can have on the human body as well as the mind. Not only can it reduce your overall stress, but it can also give you more cognitive flexibility, improve your working memory, help with anxiety, and even lower your blood pressure.
Road to VR
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
John Carmack, legendary programmer and key player in the Oculus Rift genesis story, announced recently that he’s won a decisive battle within Facebook to finally release root access to Oculus Go, the 3DOF standalone VR headset launched in 2018. Carmack says in a recent tweet that users can expect to gain root access “soon,” which will be made available via an unlocked OS build for the Oculus Go headset that can be side loaded.
ARPost
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
Virtual try-on is a game-changer and makes it possible for consumers to have a more personalized and realistic shopping experience , even when they’re shopping online. It utilizes augmented reality and a front-facing camera, thus allowing shoppers to virtually try on products, from eyewear and hats to cosmetics. But is it just a novelty, or does it have actual potential to drive sales and deliver a top-notch customer experience?
AR Insider
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
We hear a lot about AR's benefits as a shopping tool, but what are the proof points that it's working. After covering conversion rates last week we dive into AR's data-backed ability to reduce eCommerce returns. The post Does AR Really Reduce eCommerce Returns? appeared first on AR Insider.
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.
VRScout
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Check out the latest trailer for the upcoming VR survival horror game here. During the Resident Evil Showcase this past April, Capcom revealed Resident Evil 4 VR , a full VR port of the classic 2005 survival horror game coming soon to Oculus Quest 2 headsets. Earlier today, Oculus revealed an official October release date alongside a new trailer that offers us our best look yet at the highly-anticipated action-horror experience.
Road to VR
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
Back in July Facebook announced that it had spun up a new organization internally to begin building part of the metaverse, a series of interconnected virtual experiences and worlds that the company believes is the next step for human communication and interaction. As part of that effort Facebook this week announced that it’s earmarking $50 million to spend on external research and partnerships to help the company “ensure [our metaverse] products are developed responsibly.” Alth
ARPost
OCTOBER 1, 2021
VR is the hip new thing. It’s great for games, and remote work, and checking in on your grandparents. Rendever is using virtual reality to redefine elder care by helping assisted living residents experience new things, connect with others, and now even stay active. Rendever does a lot to help keep things light, but it’s a serious business. It’s not all fun and games.
AR Insider
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
What are the biggest insights and observations in AR and adjacent sectors this week? Welcome to Reality Bytes, featuring lightning-round video commentary from AR Insider partner, M7 Innovations. The post Reality Bytes: Netfilx, Amazon & Twitter appeared first on AR Insider.
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.
VRScout
SEPTEMBER 25, 2021
“Rec Rally” is basically Mario Kart: Double Dash in VR and I couldn’t be more excited. Social VR platform Rec Room is currently in the middle of Rec Con , a three-day celebration featuring a variety of Rec Room -themed panels, events, and concerts. There’s also a virtual event space filled with various art, cosplay, and over 200 individual booths to peruse at your leisure.
Road to VR
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
The Cretaceous game of cat & mouse on Quest, Jurassic World Aftermath , is due to get a major Part 2 DLC tomorrow which promises to bring new dino encounters, mini-game interactions, and a completion to the story started (and abruptly ended) in Part 1. We got an exclusive early look at the game with new details straight from the developers. While we enjoyed Jurassic World Aftermath [ our review here ] for its strong gameplay design and excellent art style, it ran a bit short with an endi
Slashgear
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
It’s been a while since we last received an update on Resident Evil 4 VR, but today we got a big one. Not only did we get a new trailer for the game, but we also got a release date. As it turns out, release day is coming up pretty fast, so those who own an Oculus Quest 2 don’t … Continue reading.
AR Insider
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Welcome back to Spatial Beats, AR Insider's weekly series that features observations and insights of author and futurist Charlie Fink. This week, we look at Nreal's new funding, Niantic's strategic moves and the latest VR releases. The post Spatial Beats: Nreal, Niantic & Facebook appeared first on AR Insider.
Speaker: Treion Muller, Chief Strategy Officer at ELB Learning
Since when has learning and development (L&D) become such a negative experience with its intended learners? Could it be because learners have been conditioned by very poor learning experiences over the past two decades, combined with the kinks of technological innovation? Or is it because learning has typically been designed as a one-size-fits-all solution, despite the fact that humans are not clones?
VRScout
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Researchers claim that AR-powered “exposure therapy” can assist those suffering from an unrealistic fear of arachnids. Arachnophobia, aka the fear of spiders and other arachnids, has been proven to cause clinically significant distress for those diagnosed, which is somewhere between 3.5 and 6.1 of the global population. To help combat the dramatic effects brought on by this traumatic condition, researchers at the University of Basel in Switzerland have developed a new smartphone app
Road to VR
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Chinese AR glasses startup Nreal announced it’s raised a fresh $100 million Series C financing round, something it says will be used for R&D and to fund wider international expansion. As first reported by CNBC , the latest round reportedly brings the company’s valuation to $700 million. That figure was obtained by an anonymous source with knowledge of the deal, CNBC says, however the company has yet to comment.
Charlie Fink
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Epic CEO Tim Sweeny says the Metaverse is an evolution of how we interact with brands, IP, and others.
AR Insider
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
Among AR use cases showing consumer traction and a real business case, immersive shopping is an early standout. We dive into drivers & dynamics in a recent ARtillery Intelligence report and the latest episode of ARtillery Briefs. The post AR Briefs, Episode 51: Monetization Materializes appeared first on AR Insider.
Speaker: Micah Eppler, Account Executive for Rehearsal of eLearning Brothers
Did you know that companies such as Paychex, 3M, and Honeywell are getting better results by incorporating video-based practice and coaching within their L&D strategy? From sales pitches to soft skills, learners are becoming top performers by applying and validating knowledge transfer using the unique benefits of video. Whether used as a stand-alone application or integrated with a learning platform, video-based practice and coaching platforms give learners the ultimate opportunity to repeatedly
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