XR Today - Virtual Reality

OCTOBER 18, 2024

We’re proud to enable this industry shift, which puts Windows PCs at the forefront of technology and allows users to push the boundaries of what’s possible across productivity, creativity, and entertainment.” Instead, Qualcomm appears to be opting for the devices to be made by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) going forward.

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ARPost

APRIL 13, 2020

While missing the social aspect is regrettable, the meat of the XR technology event is hearing people talk, and that can be done from anywhere. That means that we have special access to the speakers from the XR technology industry. Their footprint in the XR technology world specifically is pretty huge as well. Unity Reflect.

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AR Insider

APRIL 22, 2020

“Wearable Wars” is AR Insider’s mini-series that examines how today’s wearables will pave the way and prime consumer markets for AR glasses. Each installment will profile a different tech leader’s moves and motivations in wearables. Meanwhile, the story is flipped for wearables, as that division is on its way up.

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AR Insider

AUGUST 14, 2020

“Wearables Wars” is AR Insider’s mini-series that examines how today’s wearables will pave the way and prime consumer markets for AR glasses. Each installment will profile a different tech leader’s moves and motivations in wearables. More from AR Insider… The post Who’s Waging the Wearables Wars?

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AR Insider

JUNE 23, 2020

“Wearable Wars” is AR Insider’s mini-series that examines how today’s wearables will pave the way and prime consumer markets for AR glasses. Each installment will profile a different tech leader’s moves and motivations in wearables. Meanwhile, the story is flipped for wearables, as that division is on its way up.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Microsoft debuts their latest mixed reality device at Mobile World Conference 2019. The first time I tried the HoloLens I knew I was experiencing the first generation of a game-changing technology. So, here’s the full low-down on Microsoft’s newest immersive device: It’s all about the Cloud. Spatial Anchors.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Understanding how the XR hardware market is expected to shift is necessary for businesses wanting to stay ahead of technology trends; if a company does not catch the current cycle, it can become problematic over time. The firm has recently dropped support for HoloLens while also patenting AI-powered MR headset technology.

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ARPost

MAY 3, 2022

The two companies combine their technologies to bring us the next level of AR experiences through state-of-the-art augmented reality and mixed reality wearables. Dispelix Waveguide Technology. These waveguides have been instrumental in bringing Magic Leap, Microsoft HoloLens, and other AR devices to the consumer market.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

AUGUST 2, 2024

Meta’s Connect 2024 technology showcase, scheduled for September 25 – 26, 2024, will feature its latest digital solutions from its social media and XR umbrella. Recently, SIGGRAPH 2024 began by showcasing the latest innovations in similar emerging technologies, such as smart glasses and AI, through its expo floor and presentations.

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ARPost

MARCH 31, 2021

For example, assistive technologies for those with low vision aren’t always compatible with VR programs. Microsoft even made a research tool kit that enables developers to create programs that are accessible to people who have limited vision. However, it still has a long way to go in terms of accessibility and inclusivity.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

MAY 11, 2017

In a keynote today Microsoft is revealing a long-awaited missing piece of its Windows mixed reality platform – motion controllers. According to Microsoft, the controllers would be shown on stage at its keynote but wouldn’t be available for hands-on demos at its Build developer conference this week.

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AR Insider

AUGUST 26, 2021

Consumer AR meanwhile trails in revenue, as the technology isn’t yet stylistically viable for consumer markets. Moreover, its V1 design target will be style and wearability versus graphical immersiveness; and its appeal will lie in elegant integration with other Apple hardware and wearables.

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ARPost

JANUARY 1, 2021

Augmented Reality And Hearables: Where The Two Technologies Meet. Augmented reality-enabled hearables are becoming ubiquitous thanks to the spread of wearables, the contribution of tech giants, and the demand for emerging technologies. Virtual reality is a young, emerging technology. Find out where to start.

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AR Insider

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Part 1 : The two biggest barriers holding wearable displays back are visual quality and device comfort, which hinge on the display and optics technology. Microsoft Hololens 2 attempts to use a laser scanner paired to a diffractive waveguide with disappointing results to the visual quality. Image Source: Microsoft.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Following Facebook’s big reveal at its Connect 2021 and 2022 events, the company announced a series of technological updates. Alternatively, Meta’s big tech teammate, Microsoft, also launched a huge partnership on cross-compatibility with the former’s Quest product lineup and latter’s Office 365 solutions.

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VRScout

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

All-in-all, Ray-Ban Stories is an impressive piece of hardware that—while not an AR headset—represents a major step in the right direction for immersive technology. Facebook worked closely with Ray-Ban parent company Luxottica to ensure the glasses featured the signature Ray-Ban look without compromising on technology.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

JANUARY 15, 2025

Alternatively, read our behind-the-scenesguide to comparing VR headsets and vendors here for tips on how to choose the right technology for your workplace. Check out our guide to enhancing workplace productivity here.

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AR Insider

OCTOBER 22, 2020

What’s Holding Wearable Displays Back? Part 3 explores promising new display technologies and highlights their suitability and shortcomings. They are not wearable enough or good enough for consumers to be willing to buy them. It enlists spatial computing executives and innovators for first-hand strategic insights.

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Road to VR

AUGUST 26, 2020

Other major headset makers, like Microsoft and its HoloLens 2, have also honed in on hand-tracking as a key input method. But hand-tracking isn’t a ‘solved’ problem, making it a challenge for organizations that don’t have the resources of Facebook and Microsoft to work out their own hand-tracking solution.

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VRScout

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

’ During the weekend prolific Microsoft leaker WalkingCat , the same individual responsible for leaking images of the Oculus Quest 2 back in July of 2020, posted two concept videos showcasing what appears to be Samsung’s take on a dedicated AR headset. On the surface, the Glasses Lite looks like your standard pair of sunglasses.

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The Ghost Howls

AUGUST 1, 2020

He has a very interesting working story, having worked for great companies like Microsoft and Fast Company. He has also recently written together with Irena Cronin “The Infinite Retina” , a great book about the technologies of the future, like XR, AI, and autonomous vehicles. There will be much more excitement than now.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

billion in 2019, with many billions more being invested in R&D by the likes of Facebook, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and many more. They’ve raised over $22 million in funding for their AR wearables from seasoned investors like Sequoia Capital, Founders Fund, Greylock Capital, and Marc Benioff.

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VRScout

AUGUST 15, 2018

Alibaba is launching Taobao Buy, a new shopping experience that uses AR technology to bring 3D versions of products into the real world. Through cooperation with Microsoft, Taobao Buy’s AR content will be accessible through the HoloLens headset. Alibaba sees a future were AR wearables are an “everyday device.”.

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VRScout

MARCH 20, 2021

Could this wearable device solve the headache that is typing in VR? This is a simple keyboard that allows you to create documents using tools such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. To see just how effective TapID could be in a virtual environment, the research team recruited 18 participants to test their wristband technology.

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Road to VR

APRIL 30, 2020

This new round of funding brings more support and capital from strategic investors and companies to help us continue our breakthrough technology development. It gets us closer to bringing the benefits of Mojo Lens to people with vision impairments, to enterprises and eventually, consumers.”.

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ARPost

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The Navigator 500 is also compatible with over 200 optimized partner applications, including Microsoft Teams. See Also: XR Announcements and Themes Fresh From Microsoft Ignite. Remote Assistance and Modular XR Hardware. The really interesting element of this is the “modular design” touted by the Navigator 500.

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ARVR

APRIL 5, 2021

Technologies such as LiDAR meanwhile unlock compelling and user-friendly AR that attracts more users. But another device class could have a greater impact towards that same end: wearables. This possibility is amplified as wearables continue to be one of the fastest-growing consumer tech segments.

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ARVR

JUNE 25, 2021

After years of excitement over the impending era of world-immersive AR, there’s growing consensus that the technology is still far from bringing that dream to a pair of glasses that most people will wear. Applying that principle to AR, could wearability be the next era’s mobility? link] Is AR’s Next Design Target ‘Wearability?’

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ARPost

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Recent technological advancements have pushed the envelope of what modern technologies are capable of. Furthermore, these innovations have greatly changed the way users interact with such technologies. Unfortunately, such beliefs stem from a misunderstanding of the technology and how it works.

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XR Today - Virtual Reality

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

The company’s immersive technology is assisting businesses in building more collaborative experiences for staff, more emotional customer service interactions, and even unique hybrid retail experiences. Varjo’s versatile collection of XR technologies makes it an excellent choice for all kinds of retail and ecommerce initiatives.

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ARPost

MARCH 23, 2021

The one-day marathon event drew together a number of the usual suspects, including Varjo, Lenovo, and Microsoft, all of whom hosted keynotes. This is an objective fact that typically comes with the prediction that the technology won’t go anywhere when coronavirus distancing and travel restrictions lift. MR is here to stay.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

AUGUST 8, 2024

This week, Korean news outlets reported that Microsoft is attempting to purchase OLED display panels for an unreleased MR headset/device. Interestingly, Microsoft is ordering the OLED panels from Samsung Display, a sub-division of Samsung, which aims to debut its own XR headset later this year or early next.

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ARPost

JANUARY 29, 2020

The nature of AR technology gives us the ability to experience and create exciting new opportunities, dramatically impacting the way we interact and communicate with one another, giving birth to new applications and hardware. We can now use our technology without even touching it. But, is there a market for them at the consumer level?

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

JULY 29, 2024

As reported by Windows Latest , Microsoft recently filed a patent request showing a potential first look at a pair of augmented reality smart glasses. Notably, the recent Microsoft patents highlight how the firm has worked on the upcoming potential product since at least 2023 – based on patent-filling information.

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AR Insider

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

T hough smartphones dominate AR today — based mostly on a massive installed base — the technology’s fully-actualized form is headworn. But AR glasses are still years from ubiquity, as the underlying technology isn’t to the point of achieving both stylistic-viability and robust UX. Starting Point.

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The Ghost Howls

JANUARY 22, 2021

Now it’s time to make some forecasts about its companion technology, that is augmented reality! This won’t be the year of AR : exactly as I said for virtual reality, let’s not hype the technology and think that this is the year when mainstream adoption of wearable AR glasses is going to happen. Sounded good.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Following the loss of its multi-billion IVAS/HoloLens contract with the US military, Microsoft’s mixed reality division appears to be approaching the end of a bumpy ride. During this announcement, Microsoft launched the last major feature update. ” Microsoft has recently lost its HoloLens U.S. military to abandon.

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