XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 21, 2025

However, community-led websites like Reddit provide an excellent space for the industry and its enthusiasts to unite and share their thoughts on the latest immersive technology news and real-world challenges. Following Reddit communities can be vital in understanding where the industry is heading and what its most dedicated users are feeling.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The company says funding will support its efforts to accelerate adoption of its XR hardware and software solutions for industrial applications, with CEO Timo Toikkanen noting Varjo will leverage AI and machine learning to further integrate real and virtual environments, enhancing productivity and efficiency for its industrial clients.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 21, 2025

However, community-led websites like Reddit provide an excellent space for the industry and its enthusiasts to unite and share their thoughts on the latest immersive technology news and real-world challenges. Following Reddit communities can be vital in understanding where the industry is heading and what its most dedicated users are feeling.

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ARPost

JULY 4, 2023

Sponsored content Sponsored by VR Vision The recent introduction of Apple’s Vision Pro has ignited a fresh wave of excitement in the extended reality landscape, with industry experts and enthusiasts alike anticipating a surge in the growth and evolution of the XR industry. See Also: Is Apple Vision Pro Ready for Mainstream Use?

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JANUARY 7, 2025

But while the previous model was dedicated to industrial use cases, especially in collaboration with Siemens, the new one will actually be targeted at prosumers and creators. The choice of the black color in XYN instead of the gray of the industrial version is a good step in this sense.

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Road to VR

APRIL 25, 2023

OpenXR is an open standard that aims to standardize the development of VR and AR applications, making hardware and software more interoperable. The standard has been in development since 2017 and is backed by virtually every major hardware, platform, and engine company in the XR industry.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

PICO introduced the news in a recent press release: “This achievement highlights our commitment to advancing industry standards and delivering seamless interoperability for developers and users. specification by collaborating with industry leaders, providing key insights, and actively participating in the development process.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 15, 2025

Unlocking Improved Collaboration Collaboration is critical to success in any industry but its often difficult for teams to share ideas and connect effectively in a remote or hybrid environment. Engagement among staff members in a range of industries is dropping drastically using VR in the workplace could be the solution.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

This educational package includes XR hardware and software to enable a successful immersive deployment and utilisation in STEM learning courses. More on Avantis Education Avantis Education unveiled new ClassVR software and content upgrades at the ISTELive event in Denver earlier in the year.

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Road to VR

JULY 17, 2024

The post Google’s Early VR Modeling Tool ‘Blocks’ is Getting Revived as Open Source Software appeared first on Road to VR. Additionally, versions of Google Blocks will remain available on both Steam and the Meta PC Store, although you should not the last time these have received an update was in 2018.

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Road to VR

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

While the XR industry’s major hubs are concentrated on the West Coast of the US, the MIT Reality Hack hackathon has become a focal point for XR developers andentrepreneurs on the East Coast of the US. Check out the full list of the 2025 winners in all hardware and software categories.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 28, 2025

Metas devices and software are easy to use, powerful, and affordable. With Meta, companies can modify everything from their Quest headsets to the software employees use. There’s also the option to purchase advanced support and technical assistance (as well as MDM software) with Meta Quest for Business.

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Road to VR

MARCH 24, 2025

Citing industry sources, the report alleges Samsung is developing XR glasses (noted as ‘smart glasses’ in the reportmore on that below) with the goal of releasing them by the end of the year. Now, a report from ETNews (Korean) maintains the South Korean tech giant may also have a pair of XR glasses up its sleeves.

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Road to VR

MARCH 20, 2025

Five years after Half-Life: Alyx reshaped expectations for VR gaming, Valve remains a quiet yet critical force in the industry. That included Valve Software, the developer of Half-Life: Alyx. Had lockdowns hit just a few weeks earlier, the company has said it very well could have disrupted the launch of the game.In

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Sightful, which secured $61 million in funding to date, now says its shifting focus to a software product for Windows laptops, enabling a similar AR experience, which will run Windows apps and integrate with Microsoft’s CoPilot AI features.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The firms are using the upcoming Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) in Orlando, Florida, this December 2-5 to highlight the working relationship. Together, we’re setting a new benchmark for innovation and reliability in the training and simulation industry.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 14, 2025

Now, immersive solutions are transforming every industry. Companies using VR for workplace productivity can use immersive headsets and software to streamline and enhance skill development. The use cases cover virtually every industry. Make sure the software theyre using feels familiar and intuitive.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 15, 2025

Organizations can even use software to guide new employees through simulations on how to complete certain tasks, or use specific equipment and tools. VR Use Case #3: Product Development Constant innovation is crucial in any industry, but product development can be time-consuming and expensive.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

That future is not yet set in stone, and while AR tools are accessible via most smartphones today, increased adoption of immersive hardware and software may be years away for consumers. However, undercovering these innovations can be challenging if one doesn’t know where to look.

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Road to VR

JANUARY 31, 2025

The company additionally announced the appointment of David Baron as Chief Operating Officer, a founding executive at Hulu, and industry veteran of Fox Digital Media, Paramount, and Microsoft.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 9, 2024

To support workers in these sectors, Miniverse is ready to be integrated alongside platforms such as Blender, RoboDK, and Haplys first-party HARP software. Kinsey Fabrizio, the President of CTA , also added: Technology is reshaping industries, enhancing products and creating experiences that improve lives in ways we never thought possible.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

[A]ll signs point to this project still being in development,” Gurman writes in his recent ‘Power On’ newsletter, noting support could likely arrive in a software update later this year via visionOS 3. To learn more, check outXR industry veteranNima Zeighami’s early impressions of Surreal Touch.

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AR Insider

JULY 29, 2024

How much is spent on mobile AR software that enables line-of-sight guidance in areas like IT field support and industrial maintenance? We examine recent figures from our research arm, ARtillery Intelligence. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 14, 2025

Pico, Varjo, HTC VIVE, and even Meta are all experimenting with premium and affordable VR headsets for business use, as well as intuitive device management software. Software Ecosystem Which applications and tools do you need to use your VR headset with? Some vendors have their own software ecosystems, like Meta with its Horizon store.

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Road to VR

APRIL 19, 2023

Provided all of the above is accurate, Apple may be releasing the industry’s most feature-rich headset out of the gate, as it appears to be hauling in a ton of its mature and battle-tested ecosystem of apps. Multitasking & Siri : will be able to run multiple apps at the same time, floating within the mixed reality space.

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AR Insider

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

How much is spent on mobile AR software that enables line-of-sight guidance in use cases ranging from IT field support to industrial maintenance? Our latest Behind the Numbers installment dives in. This post appeared first on AR Insider.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 24, 2025

From crucial industry-affecting investments to Unpacked 2025, this week paints a busy picture for 2025. However, as the second half of the decade begins, it is clear that the XR industry will see growth in various ways, namely, through the continued business and consumer adoption of RT3D immersive solutions.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 22, 2024

RSConnect integrates live events with metaverse platforms and more through an innovative protocol that lets you transfer audio, visual media, and metadata from the Disguise Designer software into third-party systems.

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MARCH 23, 2021

As a result, many Architect, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) professionals have begun turning to SENTIO VR , a software used in over 100 countries that can take 2D plans and transform them into fully immersive environments, allowing clients to view floorplans as 3D designs prior to construction. Image Credit: SENTIO VR.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 14, 2025

The station will enable organisations across various industries – such as aviation, healthcare, law enforcement, manufacturing, and education – to seamlessly integrate VR technology into their operations. As VR adoption grows, CaseCruzer continues to lead in enterprise power solutions and protective technology.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

MARCH 4, 2025

Real-Time Information Wherever You Go The new reference design specifically addresses the growing demand for “mission-critical information in real-time and on the move” a use case that has enormous implications for sports enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and professionals across multiple industries.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 17, 2025

Following the massive week that was CES earlier this month, the XR industry is now recovering, with audiences still coming to grips with the latest news from the blockbuster event. Either way 2025 is kicking off with fire in its belly, the year ahead may have a lot to hold for the industry.

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

This article discusses 7 must-have skills if you want to work in the augmented, virtual, and mixed reality industry. AR and VR environments are powered by scripts designed using programming languages, so if you’d like to have a go at a career in this industry, you might want to consider developing your programming skill.

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EON Reality

APRIL 7, 2025

IRVINE, CA April 7, 2025 EON Reality, the global leader in AI-assisted Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education, today announced the launch of EON Vibe Coder, a revolutionary development framework that fundamentally transforms how applications are conceived, designed, and implemented.

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Road to VR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Part of that struggle, naturally, is building out a software stack that does everything an XR headset needs to do. Making this move could wellput the company in a better position for the future, by reducing software development costs and giving its headsets access to a larger ecosystem of apps and content.

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VRScout

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The ambitious action plan was published by five Chinese government ministries led by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and includes augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality technologies. This new plan aims to increase the value of the country’s VR industry to over 350 billion yuan ($48 billion) by the year 2026.

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JANUARY 23, 2025

While Snap’s latest AR glasses made some key improvements over the fourth-gen device released in 2021, including a wider field-of-view, better resolution, the addition of hand-tracking, and an overhaul to its software stack, the price seems to have been a sticking point for students and teachers looking to build and learn about AR apps.

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