Adobe has developed a technology that can share notes created for a digital PDF as AR annotations that float above printed physical documents and books. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Magic Leap announces layoffs and enterprise refocus to ensure second AR headset
The well-funded augmented reality company is trimming its workforce and targeting enterprise customers in an effort to guarantee its next-gen glasses ship. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Looking Glass holographic displays add photorealistic Unreal Engine 3D
Designed for enterprise and retail use, Looking Glass‘ holographic screens are adding support for Unreal Engine content, turning realistic CG into true 3D. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Oculus designer creates LED face mask to encourage social distancing
As the coronavirus spreads across the world, some people still don’t realize they’re getting too close to strangers. This mask helps spread the message. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Microsoft hires Apple 5G chief to develop new HoloLens and AI products
A former Apple 5G wireless executive has joined Microsoft to lead engineering for future mixed reality and AI products, including HoloLens devices. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Sine Wave Entertainment launches Breakroom 3D social hub for remote teams in VR, PC, or mobile devices
Sine Wave Entertainment, which sought to build a Second Life style experience in virtual reality, has launched its Breakroom 3D social hub for remote teams. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Dean Takahashi
Microsoft previews Azure Edge Zones for 5G carriers, private networks
The cloud computing giant is offering Azure installations at network edges, enabling ultra-low latency applications like mixed reality and industrial IoT. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Facebook and Plessey pair on consumer AR glasses with microLED screens
A U.K. display maker will be devoting its microLED display unit to Facebook’s use in creating next-generation mixed reality wearables. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeremy Horwitz
Spaces app enables folks to attend Zoom meetings in VR
A new PC VR app called Spaces enables users to join Zoom meetings and other video calls from within virtual reality, just in time for the COVID-19 pandemic. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Harry Baker, UploadVR
Crisis VRigade adds co-op via SideQuest, seeks community support
The developers Time Crisis-inspired Crisis VRigade are seeking community support as they launch a co-op mode for their VR game. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Ian Hamilton, UploadVR