Road to VR

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

The VR viewing schedule tips off October 26th with the New Orleans Pelicans vs. the Houston Rockets, and will feature a top game each week throughout the NBA regular season. The NextVR app is free and available on Gear VR, Google Daydream, Microsoft VR headsets, PSVR, Oculus Go, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, and Oculus Quest.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Efforts to construct and expand the Metaverse were sparked by Meta Platform’s major pivot in October, which saw Microsoft, NVIDIA, HTC VIVE, Qualcomm, Google, Varjo, and dozens of other tech giants enter the race for prime positioning to build the virtual and connected world.

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The Ghost Howls

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Here below I’m posting for you the best offers I’ve found: for instance, HTC is discounting basically every piece of hardware (including Vive Trackers that can be useful for all the VRChat fans out there), while Pico is offering one of the best deals with €100-worth-of-content given for free with every purchased Pico 4.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2017

A report on Thurrott.com indicates Microsoft is skipping an incremental hardware update to its Hololens in favor of a generational upgrade in 2019. The article frames this as Microsoft deciding it has “a large lead in the AR space and isn’t feeling pressure to release a product that is only an incremental update.”

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Image by HTC Vive). HTC is probably going to announce Vive Flow. With a surprise move, HTC Vive has started teasing the launch of a new product. The company has set up a virtual event on the platform ENGAGE (of which HTC is an investor) for October, 14th 2021 at 8 am PDT. Send me hugs while I’m still human! Image by IGN).

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 21, 2021

And these experiments about wireless headsets make us think that Valve is investigating the possibility of making the Index wireless (or even better, standalone), a feature that many users have asked for. (Thanks Ilja Z for the tip!). Image by Microsoft). Vive Facial Tracker works also with non-HTC headsets.

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AUGUST 1, 2017

Luckily, Microsoft and HP are here to save the day with the developer kit of the upcoming HP “Windows Mixed Reality” VR headset. The way Microsoft frames it, “Mixed Reality” is an umbrella term that encompasses a number of gadgets, including this VR headset.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Applications like Zoom and Microsoft Teams grew massively following the demand for video conferencing software during the COVID-19 pandemic. Various headsets and smart glasses from firms such as Meta, HTC VIVE, and Nreal allow users of all kinds to access immersive applications to suit their needs.

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Tech Trends VR

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

15 Experts weigh in on why we’re reaching a tipping point in spatial computing. According to Vinay Narayan VP, Platform Strategy and Developer Community HTC VIVE, this upcoming year will present the most robust ecosystem of innovations yet. Unity’s Latest Trends Report Declares 2020 will be a Breakthrough Year for XR.

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VRScout

JULY 15, 2018

This was just the tip of the iceberg in terms of accolades, however, as the raunchy VR title has now been nominated for a primetime Emmy award. The Emmy Awards celebrates its historic 70th anniversary September 17th at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Image Credit: Adult Swim.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 30, 2020

The same day of the launch of Half-Life: Alyx, Hewlett-Packard has announced its new virtual reality headset, the Reverb G2 , made in collaboration with Microsoft and Valve. Valve could provide some audio-visual improvements, while Microsoft its WMR platform, with inside-out tracking of controllers. thanks Alessio for the tip!).

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JANUARY 5, 2024

This week saw Microsoft, Google, Samsung, Qualcomm, Meta, and Sony move to optimize their product offerings and business operations. Qualcomm is positioning the XR2+ Gen 2 as a tipping point in XR hardware design and innovation due to its breakthrough features and specs combined with its launch partners.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

HTC has a new CEO: Yves Maitre. HTC, one of the most important companies in the VR landscape, has now a new boss: Yves Maitre. CEOs means a lot for a company: think about how Microsoft has changed going from Ballmer to Nadella. Thanks to David Digital for the tip of the latest two news!). Its peculiarity? smartglasses).

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 5, 2016

It was announcements and product launches galore with news coming from key players like Oculus, Sony, Microsoft and Google dominating the headlines almost every week. HTC Vive at GameStop. While VR hasn’t gone mainstream yet, we are nearing a tipping point and retail experts agree. So what’s next? and many places worldwide.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 16, 2020

And while this is anyway a good result for a startup (developing an AR headsets means spending billions in R&D), targeting the consumer market has been a suicide move , that let Microsoft get full control of the profitable enterprise market. The VR route is instead being pursued by HTC (with its VEC event happening soon) and IEEE.

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Road to VR

JUNE 12, 2016

E3 2016 kicks off this week; it’s the first E3 since the launch of the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive, and the last before the launch of Sony’s PlayStation VR headset. Also hot off the release of their first consumer-headset, the HTC Vive , HTC and Valve aren’t likely to be sharing anything new on the hardware end at E3.

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The Ghost Howls

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Oculus and HTC), there were some cases when this sensor could actually prove to be very useful for some experiments. you should consider upgrading to this new one. (Thanks Rob Cole for the tip!). Microsoft finally enables Research Mode on HoloLens 2. And the fact that it was not on sale was frustrating. News worth a mention.

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MAY 21, 2017

Pallister added, “It feels like the current set of hardware has tipped us over a point where people can feel a magical experience but it is really only just the beginning of the types of experiences depicted in those fictional works.”. Snow Crash imprinted [the idea of virtual life] on the culture,” Grossman said.

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The Ghost Howls

MARCH 8, 2021

Microsoft announces Mesh, an XR collaboration platform. Alex Kipman promised us a Microsoft Ignite conference with an amazing level of immersion , and he kept his word. But since Microsoft owns one of those studios (and using it costs around $100K/day if I remember well!), You are all fantastic! Here you are my flower for you!

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VR Game Critic

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

As always, we welcome you to share your tips of “stand out” releases for our monthly updates. Hopefully, you’ll be able to enjoy the holiday season not only with a couple of brand-new games and old favorites, but also with friends and loved ones – be it virtually or in real life (if restrictions in your area allow it).

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 14, 2019

We’re not tied to Microsoft. HTC VIVE sold a couple million. You’ve got two-billion devices that can do three-dimensional computing, and this is the tipping point. We’re not tied to Magic Leap. We’re not tied to Intel. We just know what the best solutions are across the different industries. million sold.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 14, 2019

We’re not tied to Microsoft. HTC VIVE sold a couple million. You’ve got two-billion devices that can do three-dimensional computing, and this is the tipping point. We’re not tied to Magic Leap. We’re not tied to Intel. We just know what the best solutions are across the different industries. million sold.

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VRWorld

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Photo from Microsoft. from Microsoft. This page contains setup instructions, safety tips, and hardware guidelines. The HTC Vive has been lauded for its realism, with incredible visuals and a wide range of mobile experiences. Windows Mixed Reality (Various Headsets). 399.00-$499.00

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 14, 2019

We're not tied to Microsoft. Alan: Well, it's interesting you said that, because one of the interviews in the podcast -- you can go back and find it if you're listening -- is with the president of HTC VIVE China, Alvin Wang Graylin, and something that they just announced at their Vive Ecosystem Conference was multi-modal VR.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Rikard Steiber (HTC), Joel Breton (HTC). As President of Viveport and Head of Vive Studios respectively, Rikard Steiber and Joel Breton are two of the most senior figures working on the HTC Vive today. : Tuesday, February 28th, 10:00am – 11:00am. Room 2011, West Hall. Thursday, March 2nd, 11:30am – 12:30pm.

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ARVR

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Microsoft has done well in the mixed reality space as it relates to enterprise adoption. We at the tipping point of history where we can choose to fear or embrace what is to come the choice is ours. For emerging technology platforms it is often harder for companies to develop compelling use cases. Don’t forget to give us your ?? !

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 22, 2024

More info The Vive Focus Vision has been released HTC has decided to release the Vive Focus Vision the same week as the Quest 3S. It seems that HTC has invested a lot in providing a standalone headset that is great for PCVR and so it features a lossless wired Displayport connection, very high display resolution, and integrated eye tracking.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 26, 2020

A new FCC listing appears for an HTC Vive headset. And in fact, a new request to FCC for a new device has arrived from HTC. FCC certifications are requested before releasing an electronic device in the US (to certify that it is safe to be used), so this is a clear sign that HTC is going to release a new headset soon.

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Digitalnauts

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Among such are HTC Vive and Oculus Rift headsets. . The most famous example being Microsoft Hololens. . Source: Microsoft “What is Mixed Reality” [link]. It means that the digital world built for desktop VR can be extremely detailed and realistic, much more than a standalone headset allows today. SMART GLASSES.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 24, 2022

Image by Microsoft). Microsoft is acquiring Activision Blizzard for $68.7B. The biggest news of the week has been the acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft for $68.7B. With it, Microsoft acquires many popular games like Overwatch, Starcraft, Call of Duty, and even Candy Crush. Other relevant news.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 16, 2019

She’s the former head of content acquisition and partnerships for VIVE Port at HTC VIVE, and she used to be the V.P. of content development and strategic partnerships for the worldwide business development for Microsoft Studios. When I was at HTC, yes, my job was a quote/unquote, “sit behind a desk” kind of thing.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 16, 2019

She’s the former head of content acquisition and partnerships for VIVE Port at HTC VIVE, and she used to be the V.P. of content development and strategic partnerships for the worldwide business development for Microsoft Studios. When I was at HTC, yes, my job was a quote/unquote, “sit behind a desk” kind of thing.

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XR for Business Podcast

AUGUST 16, 2019

She's the former head of content acquisition and partnerships for VIVE Port at HTC VIVE, and she used to be the V.P. of content development and strategic partnerships for the worldwide business development for Microsoft Studios. When I was at HTC, yes, my job was a quote/unquote, "sit behind a desk" kind of thing. Jenna: Yep.

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The Ghost Howls

JUNE 7, 2021

And also of course I would like to understand what is the expected price: the 3DOF version can be preordered at 599 USD, so I guess the 6DOF one will be at least 799. (Thanks KroyVR for the tip!). More info (HTC Vive Pro 2 review) More info (HTC Vive Pro 2 review?—?cached HTC is having RMAs issues with the Vive Pro 2.

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JANUARY 14, 2017

I ended up at Valve Software running their hardware department, putting the team together that created the HTC Vive. Jeri, at Valve they did have that sort of choice point, and they chose to do Steam VR and get behind the HTC Vive. Above: Microsoft’s HoloLens in action. Image Credit: Microsoft. Ellsworth: VR is amazing.

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The Ghost Howls

APRIL 4, 2022

I’m sure that after April, 20th, the Meta Quest ecosystem will appear even richer than it is now , creating a wider gap with other companies that may think about competing with the Quest, that is Pico, HTC, and even Apple. Thanks to Rob Cole for the tip). Thanks to Tom Ffiske for the tip). Other relevant news. Other news.

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The Ghost Howls

OCTOBER 5, 2020

I tried contacting Canon, and if I get more info, I will let you know! (Thanks Davy Demeyer for the tip!). Thanks Rob Cole for the tip!). Thanks to David @Spatialpixels for the tip!). The only thing that we can see from the images is that it is a tethered headset, and that features cameras for the passthrough vision.

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