Join us for the Launch of the State of XR Report
Join us for a conversation with the authors on the launch of the State of XR Report. The Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN) released the inaugural The State of XR and …
Facebook Rolls Out Advertising in VR Experiences
You knew this was coming – it was only a matter of time before Facebook began advertising in VR experiences. 97% of their revenue ($86 billion in 2020) comes from advertising …
An Apple AR/MR Headset with 15 Cameras to Launch in 2022
There has been no shortage of predictions on when we’ll see the release of an Apple AR/MR headset. But a note from Ming-Chi Kuo, the Apple analyst who has nailed some …
You Need to Try ‘Carve Snowboarding’ on the Oculus Quest
I’ll confess, I don’t spend a lot of time on a snowboard. But Carve Snowboarding on the Oculus Quest is a fascinating game and well worth checking out. It may or …
The Good and Bad in Snapchat’s New AR Glasses
Snapchat’s new AR glasses have finally arrived and they mark a breakthrough from their earlier models. The new wearable offers a full augmented reality experience but it comes with limitations that …
Microsoft AR Glasses Coming – But They’re Years Away
If you were hoping to see a pair of Microsoft AR glasses for consumers in the near future, it’s been a good news/bad news kind of day. Alex Kipman confirmed that …
Facebook’s VR Future – An Interview with Mark Zuckerberg
Scott Stein has an excellent interview with Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook’s VR future. The short 30-minute conversation covers everything from the possible development of an Oculus Quest Pro to social VR, …
New HTC VR Headsets Coming – Will One be a Quest Competitor?
If you’re looking to learn about the latest VR developments, you may want to set aside some time on May 11th and 12th. HTC has confirmed the upcoming release of “game-changing …
The SideQuest Mobile App Makes VR Content Easier to Access
VR gets easier to use as every year goes by and another challenge disappeared this week. With the release of the SideQuest mobile app, you’ll no longer have to content your …
Medal of Honor VR Game Makes History with Oscar Nomination
[Update, April 25, 2021: Colette did win the Oscar for best documentary short this evening.] In a groundbreaking first for VR games, Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond has made history …
MetaHuman Creator – Epic Games Reveals Our Future Avatars
We might get excited by the avatars in our current social VR platforms, such as AltspaceVR and Virbela, but they’re nothing compared to what the future holds. Today, Epic Games provided …
The Pico Neo 3 VR Headset Highlights XR’s Expanding GeoPolitical Challenges
The Pico Neo 3 is the latest VR headset to arrive, with a release date of May 10th. We don’t have many details outside of the following: It appears to be …
Snapchat’s AR Glasses Coming – But Will Anyone Use Them?
When you hear the latest news about Snapchat’s AR glasses, the first impulse is to think – not again? The company has already released three versions of its Spectacles, though they …
GESS Education Keynote: How AR/VR is Transforming Learning During the Pandemic
I’ll be doing a keynote at 10:30 am (EDT), Tuesday, March 23rd, at the GESS Education Global Leadership Summit. The conference holds a special significance for me – not only is …
Facebook’s Wrist Devices for AR Glasses and Haptics Will Raise Profound Privacy Issues
The latest news on Facebook’s wrist devices is fascinating – it might just provide the UI solution we need for AR glasses and haptics in XR devices. The company has already …
SXSW 2021: A Powerful Lineup of XR Projects and Virtual Cinema
The massive SXSW 2021 festival is almost here, and its vast sweep of talks, films, music, games, and VR/AR projects will be entirely online due to the pandemic. If you have …
Climb 2 Review: Summiting Mountains and Skyscrapers in your Living Room
Crytek’s long-awaited Climb 2 VR game finally arrived on the Oculus Quest. Originally due for the 2020 holiday season, it’s a needed sequel that addresses many of the issues in the …
Will Microsoft Mesh Fulfill the Dream of Mixed Reality?
Alex Kipman has a unique talent for placing himself in remarkable digital stage sets, and the opening of Ignite conference was no different. Kipman used his virtual presentation to introduce Microsoft …
Is There an Oculus Quest Pro in our Future?
We don’t have the sales data, but it’s clear that the Quest 2 has been a hit. Facebook lowered the cost and improved the specs to the point where it’s cornered …
Oculus Quest 2 Upgrades: Multiuser Support and App Sharing Arrives
Facebook has released a new set of Oculus Quest 2 upgrades that bring needed features to the headset. You’ll now have the ability to share your headset and apps with other …