Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Woojer, the company behind the haptic belt Strap , launched a Kickstarter campaign earlier this week for a new haptic vest, dubbed Ryg. The post Haptic Vest ‘Ryg’ Launches on Kickstarter, Fully Funded in 3 Hours appeared first on Road to VR. You can check out the Kickstarter campaign here.

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ARPost

OCTOBER 25, 2022

“With HaptX Gloves G1, we’re making it possible for all organizations to leverage our lifelike haptics,” HaptX founder and CEO, Jake Rubin, said in a release shared with ARPost. The Gloves G1 are available in four sizes and feature improved haptics and ergonomics, as well as wireless mobility.

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Road to VR

MAY 16, 2019

Tactical Haptics, creators of the ‘Reactive Grip’ controller are due to begin taking dev kit pre-orders on May 29th. Tactical Haptics has been part of the modern VR scene since day zero. Later this month, Tactical Haptics says it will show off the controllers with an integration of the VR LBE game Sweet Escape.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Thanks to the improvements in haptics , depth of field, and other factors, users can feel that they are actually interacting with real-life objects. Ultraleap (previously Leap Motion), a company focused on developing haptics technology for the immersive experiences industry, has recently launched Gemini. Watch Gemini in Action.

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Road to VR

JULY 3, 2018

Plexus Immersive Corp, a San Francisco-based startup, announced a pair of VR gloves that integrate haptic feedback and interface with multiple tracking standards, including SteamVR, Oculus Rift, and Windows “Mixed Reality” VR. Compatibility : Unity, Unreal Engine, C++, C#, Python.

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VRScout

MAY 3, 2021

Yaw VR’s smart chair offers a 40-degree motion range for roll, 70-degree for pitch movements, and haptic vibrations. There’s also built-in vibration haptics capable of simulating acceleration, speed, an engine’s RPM, and gunshots. Image Credit: Yaw VR.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The device employs a variety of features completely unique from that of conventional VR headsets, including a 3D audio system, immersive haptic feedback, and a distinctive control system. Japanese company Diver-X recently unveiled the HalfDive, a one-of-a-kind VR headset meant to be used in bed while laying down. Image Credit: Diver-X.

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AR Insider

JULY 26, 2021

Sketchfab is integrated into Epic’s popular Unreal Engine game and special effects paltform, and notably, all of its competitors, starting with Unity, Snap’s Lens Studio, Facebook’s Spark AR, and even Tilt Brush. Haptic VR Glove Company HaptX Raises $12 Million in New Funding. And now, so is Epic. Are you confused?

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Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

StrikerVR, longtime maker of haptic VR guns, is launching its most affordable product yet: the Mavrik-Pro. StrikerVR makes some of the best haptic VR guns in the biz which can be found at premiere VR attractions. Though the peripheral packs and impressive punch, the pricey product is a tough sell for smaller venues and consumers.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

APRIL 5, 2017

The first time I tried a Tactical Haptics virtual reality controller was at GDC 2016. The idea of believable haptics in VR seemed like something we wouldn’t be getting for a long time. Impressive VR haptics are already on their way and could be in your living room in 2018. I wasn’t expecting much.

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VRScout

JULY 3, 2018

A wide range of tracking adapters and impressive hardware could make the Plexus the next big haptic glove. Linear resistant actuators (LRAs) placed at the ends of each fingertip provide realistic haptic feedback for the user. Compatibility: Unity, Unreal Engine, C++, C#, Python. degrees precision.

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Upload VR

MAY 10, 2024

The thumb and index fingers also have vibrotactile actuators for traditional haptic feedback, allowing Nova to simulate texture of virtual surfaces. Developers of bespoke enterprise apps can integrate SenseGlove’s Unity, Unreal or native SDK to support the force feedback and haptic features.

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 21, 2016

AxonVR , the company currently working on a full-body haptic solution for VR, are on their way to bringing their technology to an ever-widening audience. “At its heart, haptic simulation comes down to physics. Objects don’t just have to look right. Only a few short months later, the company announced the closure of a $5.8

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Combining 360-degree capture with solutions for spatial sound and integrations with tools like Unity, Unreal, and other engines, VR cameras are highly flexible. Haptic Gloves and Suits Though the hype around haptic technologies has dwindled in recent years, innovators are beginning to recognize the benefits of full haptic feedback.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Company CTO Idan Beck says its Sandbox SDK will have capabilities like “high-performance inverse kinematics, rigging, and motion capture capabilities,” and will include support for Unreal Engine, Unity, and Native.

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ARPost

JULY 23, 2021

Some of the exhibitors who will present new devices and technologies to the public are 8th Wall, Nreal, Unity, Unreal Engine, Pico Interactive, Atheer, Holoptic, Varjo, Cleanbox Technology, LetinAR, and Vuzix. ICHVR 2021. When: December 14 – December 16. Where: Budapest, Hungary.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 20, 2023

Gaining an understanding of how certain solutions like Unity and Unreal Engine are used to produce VR experiences will be essential. Graphic design skills: VR designers are responsible for creating unique virtual experiences with a combination of audio, visuals, and even haptic elements.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 30, 2023

Users of the Mocopi ecosystem can also leverage a plugin from Sony which allows created animations to be exported into other development software, such as MotionBuilder and Unity. Users can leverage the technology to import motion-captured data from haptic tools and hardware.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 1, 2024

The Controllers can track the five fingers and have very strong haptic vibrations. RecRoom without kids For us developers, there will be a dedicated Unity SDK at launch , with the Unreal one following a few months later. Valve is also working on native tools using COBOL , which is a language with a long and reliable history.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 19, 2021

For example, could you provide the player haptic feedback in addition or instead of visual or audio cues? Talking about the actual implementation, are there any libraries and plugins already available for Unity/UE4 that can give indie studios accessibility solutions already ready out-of-the-box? You can find it here: [link].

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TechCrunch VR

JANUARY 3, 2023

The product combines hand tracking with haptic feedback to give the user a more hands-on approach to interacting with the virtual environment around them. Battery life is around two hours with haptics on and eight hours with it turned off. You can also hot swap the battery to keep it up and running.

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Road to VR

JANUARY 2, 2020

Feelreal had its first taste of notoriety back at GDC 2015 when the company debuted its public prototype, a sort of smell-o-vision add-on for VR headsets that provided users with a number of scents through a clip-in cartridge system as well as hot and cool wind, water mist, and haptic vibrations. Image courtesy Feelreal Inc.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JANUARY 22, 2024

Ultraleap is even investing in the area of mid-air haptics for unique forms of feedback. → Explore Ultraleap Tobii Focusing on the eye-tracking landscape, Tobii is on a mission to improve the way people interact with computing technology. The company’s sensor and tracking technology comes in the form of the “OctoXR” Unity game engine.

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HaptX

MARCH 6, 2018

She says haptic gloves, like those from HaptX, will be the bridge to make VR useful for an audience beyond gamers. “We Haptic Gloves for Data Visualization. “It Edwards says that’s why sophisticated haptics are the missing piece of the experience. Bringing Haptic Gloves to Games. It’s going to take a leap in game design.

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The Ghost Howls

MAY 16, 2022

Even worse, Unity has lost -30% of its stock value. These huge losses have a similar origin to Meta’s ones: Apple’s new privacy policy on the stores has impacted the earnings through Unity ads. Unity is a very important company for many AR/VR creators, so this is not a good piece of news. Lenovo to launch a new MR headset.

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The Ghost Howls

DECEMBER 27, 2021

I am a bit sad no one gave an award to The Unity Cube , though… I would have loved to get a “Worst Application Award 2021” from Road To VR…. The second one is a device that should be presented at CES: the OWO haptic suit. More info (Lick It Up TV) More info (Owo haptic suit). Two XR headsets that have just been announced.

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 19, 2019

The Logitech VR Ink Pilot Edition stylus weighs 68 grams and includes a pressure sensitive button, a clickable 2D touch-strip, menu & system buttons, side ‘grab’ buttons, and integrated haptics. Logitech is promising “2.5+ hours” of battery life.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Unity, one of the market leaders in RT3D technology, has a comprehensive kit intended to assist businesses and developers in this optimization process. One-click solutions such as Unity Reflect automatically prepare data for real-time consumption in a 3D, interactive environment.

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HaptX

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Up to four people can feel like they are standing right next to each other in VR – where they handle the same objects at the same time – and the haptics work perfectly. Another journalist was in another VR headset with haptic gloves playing [virtual] Jenga next to me. This is the future of collaboration in the metaverse.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MAY 8, 2023

Ultraleap is even investing in the area of mid-air haptics, for unique forms of feedback. Latest UltraLeap News Tobii Focusing on the eye-tracking landscape, Tobii is on a mission to improve the way people interact with computing technology. The company’s sensor and tracking technology comes in the form of the “OctoXR” Unity game engine.

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Peter Graham

MARCH 24, 2020

Compatible with HTC Vive and other SteamVR headsets, Manus Polygon will be compatible with Unity when it officially launches in June 2020. The company also plans to release an Unreal Engine 4 plugin later this year as well as expanding compatibility for more motion capture hardware.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

MARCH 27, 2023

Users benefit from a streamlined and lightweight form factor, crisp visuals, and self-tracking controllers with access to haptic feedback capabilities. The brand also has a range of peripherals and accessories on offer, including gloves with haptic feedback capabilities.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

The new DRIVE Thor superchip aimed at autonomous vehicles, which companies will be able to use from 2025 Omniverse Cloud , which lets companies use Omniverse completely via cloud rendering even on non-powerful machines A connector to let you use Omniverse with Unity. When virtual reality has the wrong kind of haptics… Funny link.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

More exciting is the second showcase, highlighting haptic feedback for motion controllers like the Oculus Touch or Vive wands. Whether or not it will ever have the chance to truly compete with the likes of Unity and Unreal Engine remains to be seen, but giving developers more options is never a bad thing.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JULY 28, 2022

STRATOS Inspire Haptic Module. The STRATOS Inspire Haptic Module from Ultraleap is another phenomenal tool worth exploring if you’re interested in cutting-edge XR features. More than just a hand tracking solution, this system comes with the ability to built haptic feedback into your XR interactions.

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Road to VR

MAY 29, 2019

There’s also on-board haptics, and the end of the stylus has a pressure-sensitive tip which allows for pressure-sensitive writing against physical surfaces. SEE ALSO Tactical Haptics to Open Pre-orders for 'Reactive Grip' Dev Kits on May 29th. A VR stylus that’s good enough for handwriting could be the key.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

MARCH 14, 2023

They then mounted the hardware for inside-out positional tracking into the vehicle. Using the Varjo XR-3 headset, the team was then able to combine a real-time video feed, with 3d car renders, built within Unreal and Unity software.

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