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Big XR News from Meta, Google, Unity, T-Mobile, KPMG

XR Today - Virtual Reality

Two separate studies highlighted how XR and Metaverse services could significantly influence sectors such as retail, manufacturing, and eCommerce. Meanwhile, major technology firms Google and T-Mobile contributed further to the XR landscape with some significant project partnerships. This week proved favourable for the Metaverse.

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How I got started with virtual reality (and you can, too)

The Ghost Howls

It was too early for Unity, but they taught me about C++, C#, Java, OpenCV, OpenGL and other fancy development stuff. I thought developing everything VR-related in native code, but while researching how to develop for VR, I discovered that many people abandoned de nerd C++ wei to use a more visual program called Unity.

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The XR Week Peek (2022.03.22): Quest to feature new parental control tools, Google acquires Raxium, and more!

The Ghost Howls

It was even featured on Google News. Image by Google). Google acquires micro-LED startup Raxium. This week Google has performed another strategic move towards the development of its future XR glasses. A new study from the University of Stanford analyzes the potentialities of the use of VR for the education of kids.

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The XR Week Peek (2025.04.21): Apple Vision Pro 2 battery cable leaked, NVIDIA launched RTX 5060 graphics cards, and more!

The Ghost Howls

Honestly, I wasnt expecting a Vision Pro headset until next year, but Apple is probably launching a new device to take measures against the upcoming release of Googles Project Moohan. If Apple manages to make it also slightly cheaper, that would be bingo. Competition is proving again to be very good for us XR users.

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VR Pride For Everyone: The Potential of VR Technology to Foster LGBTQ+ Community Building

ARPost

Noticing the discrimination people face for being themselves, Google collaborated with Fundación Sergio Urrego to host the #Prideforeveryone movement—a virtual experience anyone can access. It gives a glimpse of the unity shared among the LGBTQ+ community—one that’s fully captured through technology. “I

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Ohio University Launches Virtual Reality and Game Development Major

ARPost

In order to be eligible to enroll in this major, students should minor in either business or communication studies. The McClure School’s graduates are now working for top companies that develop immersive experiences, such as Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, Unity, Apple, and Google. Who Can Enroll in the New VRGD Program?

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How Will AR Transform Shopping?, Part II

AR Insider

IAB’s Zoe Soon points to Google, Apple and Facebook’s massive AR investments , which have accelerated the cultural learning curve. Game engines such as Unity have driven these prices down in terms of 3D creation and application. Web AR: Best Practices & Case Studies. Either way, AR won’t break the bank.

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