Virtual Reality

Samsung to return to mixed reality device market after 10-year absence with launch of new devices

Nearly a decade ago, Samsung launched the Gear VR headset, which paved the way for the VR market. The company is now planning to launch new devices amid competition from Apple and Meta.

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in Data Science

Apple Vision Pro 2 halts production due to poor sales

Apple navigates the challenges of the mixed-reality market and halted the production of its Vision Pro 2, due to low market demand. The company’s affordable headset could be key to capturing a larger user base shortly.

Mark Zuckerberg calls Apple Vision Pro ‘Worse in most ways’: Know-why?

Mark Zuckerberg wrote, “I don’t think we’re saying our devices are identical. We’re saying Quest is better. If our devices weigh as much as theirs in 3-5 years, or have the motion blur they have, or the lack of precision inputs, etc, then that means we'll have regressed significantly.”

Top 5 health benefits of using VR headsets: Tips from the experts

Virtual reality (VR) headsets exemplified by the popular Apple Vision Pro, have redefined the notion of being 'glued to the screen.' However, experts suggest that beyond entertainment, these devices hold the potential for enhancing health and well-being.

Video: PM Modi uses virtual reality headset to inspect Kashi ropeway project

PM Modi said that India will become a model of development in five years and termed it a “Modi guarantee”. He cited the Kashi example to say the world is witnessing how modernity is developed around culture and tradition.

Meta's Quest 3 challenges Apple's Vision Pro with superior features and value, says Mark Zuckerberg

Meta's Quest 3 is being compared to Apple's Vision Pro. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes the Quest 3 offers better value and features.

Why are people wearing Apple Vision Pro on streets, inside trains and more?

The Vision Pro is equipped with ultra-high-resolution displays, surpassing the pixel density of a 4K TV for each eye, providing users with an unparalleled viewing experience akin to a 100-foot screen.

Meta responds to users, reinstates Chromecast support for Quest VR headsets

Meta has brought back Chromecast support for Quest VR headsets following user backlash, using a recent software update, but cautions that the feature may not work perfectly for everyone.

CES 2024: Apple Vision Pro to launch on Feb 2 | Details

CES 2024: The new Apple Vision Pro will include a Light Seal, two Light Seal Cushions, an Apple Vision Pro Cover for the front of the device, a Battery, a USB-C Charge Cable, a Polishing Cloth and a USB-C Power Adapter.

UK: British police investigating first case of 'virtual gangrape' of 16-year-old in Metaverse

The teenager did not suffer any injuries as there was no physical attack, but she suffered the same psychological and emotional trauma as someone who has been raped in the real world, said officers. UK authorities believed that a prosecution is unlikely due to lack of physical touch.

Why did Meta stop supporting Chromecast from Quest VR headsets?

As per the Meta, if you wish to display the content from your Quest headsets on an external display like a Chromecast device, you will need to cast the feed to either your smartphone or computer first, and then mirror the screen of that device to the Chromecast.

Samsung to bring premium mixed-reality headset in 2024: What to expect?

The Global XR Content Telco Alliance will collaborate to develop 5G-based extended reality (XR) content, which covers immersive content like VR and AR. The alliance includes Qualcomm, Bell Canada, China Telecom Corp., and Japan's KDDI Corp. - which will be headed by LG Uplus at the launch.

Explained: AR, VR, and MR technologies | Know the realities and their uses

Mixed Reality headsets are wearable technology that merges virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences. This enables users to interact with virtual objects and environments, while also being able to see and interact with the real world around them.

Meta VR subscription service available for $7.99 per month: All you need to know

Meta introduces a 'Quest+' VR subscription service at $7.99/month, offering users two hand-picked VR titles per month and a special $1 first-month offer until July 31.

Meta lowers minimum age for Quest VR headsets: Check details here

With the new update, Meta is aiming to provide a safer and more controlled VR experience for younger users while addressing concerns related to age-appropriate content and privacy.

Apple set to unleash VR headset at WWDC: Know more

Kuo stated that Sony has cut its 2023 production plan for the PlayStation VR2 headset by about 20 per cent, while Pico, China's largest AR/VR headset brand, saw its 2022 shipments fall 40 per cent short of expectations.

Apple MR Headset production delayed again: Know why?

Apple has announced that it will be organising its annual WWDC in an online format from June 5 through June 9, as the company goes through building next-gen operating systems for its product portfolio.

Apple's 2023 Product Roadmap: What to expect

Apple's expected product lineup for 2023, includes new iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and Apple Watch models, and the potential release of a new augmented reality (AR) device.

Meta's Horizon Worlds- a social VR platform is struggling to attract the users

Meta's Horizon Worlds, is a social VR experience where you can discover new places with friends, build unique worlds of your own, and form teams to compete. The platform has been reportedly witnessing a decline of monthly active users- going down from 300,000 in February to less than 200,000 users.