Apple (AAPL) stock soared to a new all-time high of about $184 per share, ahead of its 2023 Developer Conference. This is not the first time that the company’s shares have soared to record highs around the same time as the introduction of new hardware.a Key Takeaways Apple stock jumps to a new all-time high […]

Mr Cook said: “Just as the Mac introduced us to personal computing, and iPhone introduced us to mobile computing, Apple Vision Pro introduces us to spatial computing.” The system is controlled using hand movements, eye tracking and voice instructions. Unlike existing VR headsets, wearers will be able to see the world around them while using […]

Connect with top gaming leaders in Los Angeles at GamesBeat Summit 2023 this May 22-23. Register here. Sandbox VR, which operates location-based virtual reality experiences, is collaborating with Netflix to create a fully immersive Squid Game virtual reality experience. Launched in September 2021, Squid Game was an instant hit on Netflix as a gritty survival […]

In recent years, recreational fishing has become a popular activity among women of all ages. According to a recent survey, the number of female anglers has increased by 20% since 2010, and this number is continuing to rise. Many women are drawn to fishing because it offers a chance to connect with nature and spend […]

It’s crazy to think, but it’s been more than six years since Sony first entered the virtual reality (VR) market in October 2016 with the PlayStation VR. In that time, we’ve gotten several more VR headsets, including the Valve Index and two Oculus Meta Quests, and major VR releases like Half-Life Alyx, Beat Saber and the Canadian-made Pistol […]

Image: Meta Meta’s planning to open up Horizon Worlds to users aged 13 to 17, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. In an internal memo viewed by the outlet, Meta says it wants to make the virtual reality-based social platform available to younger users as early as next month. The company first […]

Walkabout Mini Golf is an essential VR title that belongs in every library alongside the likes of Beat Saber. Whether you’re new to Walkabout or a long-time player, here’s our definitive review breaking down why it’s one of VR’s best multiplayer games. There’s magic on the greens of Walkabout Mini Golf. Each course features only […]

Got lots of Apple devices in your home? A newly uncovered patent suggests that the rumored Apple VR headset may have a secret weapon up its sleeve, and it’s all about making those devices work seamlessly together. You no doubt are familiar with Apple’s ‘Continuity’ features such as Universal Control and Handoff. For those that […]

The popular TV show about the Birmingham gangsters returns to the screen on March 9. No it’s not a new series, but a VR game that follows the TV series and brings the Shelbys back to your living room. The King’s Ransom is a narrative VR game inspired by the epic gangster drama Peaky Blinders. […]

A leaker with no track record with Apple products claims that there will be 12 different color and storage variants of the upcoming VR headset — but that is incredibly unlikely at launch. This content was originally published here.

Being able to get your non-VR friends in on the VR fun is often a challenge, especially if you’re trying to play with them remotely. Luckily VR Giants brings another rare opportunity to do so, offering up a fresh dose of asymmetric ‘VR + PC’ co-op gameplay that works just as well online as it does […]

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What you need to know At the Meta Quest Games Showcase, we saw a brief, idealized glimpse of Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable — and it’s a dream come true for fans of the show. Developer UNIVRS took pains to recreate the world, Scout Regiment outfit, Omni-directional Mobility gear, and titans in loving detail. In […]

152shares WhatsApp There are OWO sleeves, and then this new full-hand, electro-tactile feedback system for VR applications. Developed by researchers at the University of Chicago’s Human Computer Integration Lab, this wearable system attaches to the back of a user’s hand and it can produce tactile sensations across the bottom without any gloves or additional hardware. […]

You may have seen the rumors that Meta has canned development on the Meta Quest Pro 2, a follow-up to the VR headset we gave four stars in our Meta Quest Pro review. But Meta has now denied that’s the case, even if this doesn’t mean we should expect it to launch anytime soon. Responding […]

A virtual reality (VR) project lead by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and La Loche community is hoping to provide rural Saskatchewan communities with easier access to mental health supports. “We are trying to address any mental health concerns and reduce any gaps in care (Indigenous youth) are experiencing,” said Lindsey Boechler, research manager on the project. “They […]

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said it will not appeal its loss in federal court in its fight to stop Meta Platforms from buying VR content maker Within Unlimited, but could still pursue the case with an internal FTC administrative law judge. Judge Edward Davila of the US District Court for the Northern District […]

For those of you who have been eagerly awaiting a VR mode for the remake of Resident Evil 4, sadly there’s still no release date yet. However, it’s definitely on the way, and a recent teaser trailer shows off this much more immersive version of the game. It seems Capcom is keen to keep up […]

How do consumers feel about VR? Who’s using it? How often? And what do they want to see next? Perhaps more importantly, what are non-users’ reasons for disinterest? And how can VR software and hardware developers optimize product strategies accordingly? These are questions we set out to answer. Working closely with Thrive Analytics, ARtillery Intelligence […]

“Aki’s Market,” a new, multilayered installation by Los Angeles-based artist Glenn Kaino, erects a captivating theater of dreams. By turns savvy, surprising and sweet, the provocative motif is the construction of a personal image of a deeply important place — one where the artist has never actually been. The installation has virtual reality as its […]

A 10-year-old boy in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is being charged as an adult after he was accused of killing his mother who had not allowed him to order a virtual reality headset, FOX6 News’ Gabrielle Mays reports. An 11-year-old Wisconsin boy charged as an adult in the killing of his mother over a virtual reality headset […]

After years of speculation, Apple officially released its version of a virtual and augmented reality headset called the Apple Vision Pro. Dubbing the product a “spatial computer,” and strategically avoiding the word metaverse, Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced the device at the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in Cupertino, California. The company plans to adapt […]

The price of Meta’s Quest Pro headset is being cut by $500. Robyn Beck/Getty Images Meta is cutting the price of its VR headsets, which are a big part of its metaverse ambitions. The high-end Meta Quest Pro will be reduced from $1,500 to $1,000. The headset has had mixed reviews and suffered “underwhelming sales,” […]