Magic Leap’s shared digital universe for AR content, the Magicverse, takes a step towards reality with the release of developer kits for multiple devices. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
GiveVision and Sony promise compact glasses for visually impaired users
SightPlus 2 will give users with low vision the ability to see at or near standard levels of visual acuity, aiding in reading, watching TV, and IDing faces. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Nokia adds 5G to worldwide IoT network, lets carriers test new sensors
Nokia’s global cellular network lets cellular carriers sell IoT sensors to enterprises; now it’s adding 5G and edge support to make the network faster. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Oculus Quest will test multiple windows and redesigned universal menu
New experimental features will enable the Quest to display several browser windows at once, a new home UI, and in-app hovering menu panes. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Orders of Magnitude VR reveals humanity’s tiny scale in the universe
Zoom into individual atoms or zoom out to see the entire universe — that’s what VR enables, assuming you have a reasonably powerful PC and headset. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
UploadVR’s E3 Showcase returns in June … without E3
UploadVR’s E3 VR Showcase will return this June, even if the Electronic Software Association has canceled this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jamie Feltham, Upload VR
UploadVR’s E3 Showcase returns in June … without E3
UploadVR’s E3 VR Showcase will return this June, even if the Electronic Software Association has canceled this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jamie Feltham, Upload VR
Oculus Quest wishlist: 4 upgrades we want
OPINION: The Oculus Quest standalone VR headset is an incredible device that’s redefining what virtual reality means. The $400 all-in-one released in May with some great games like Superhot VR and Beat Saber working with complete wireless freedom. Just set up your guardian boundaries wherever you are and start playing. By the end of the year, […]
Auducka is the VR child of Duck Hunt and Harmonix’s Audica
What do you get when you mix Harmonix’s rhythmic VR shooter, Audica, with classic light gun shooter Duck Hunt? Auducka, duh! AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jamie Feltham, Upload VR
Facebook will show VR games in online developers showcase March 16 to March 19
The Facebook: Game Developers Showcase is being held from March 16 to March 19, in lieu of its scheduled Game Developers Conference events. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jamie Feltham, Upload VR