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The XR Week Peek (2024.10.29): Batman Arkham Shadow had a stellar launch, Apple is halting production of Vision Pro, and more!
- Batman: Arkham Shadow, a standalone VR game, has had a successful launch and may help to boost interest in VR games. Meta is conducting a US and Canada tour to showcase the game, which has been very well-received. Apple may stop production of its Vision Pro headset by the end of 2025, and the new cheaper version slated for release in 2H 2025 will reportedly sell around 4 million units. This week, Vimeo announced its support of spatial videos, and Apple’s Safari browser is also adding support for spatial photos and videos. The NFL has joined forces with Ford to release a VR series in 2025, allowing to view highlights in vivid detail.
- Other news includes a focus group exploring the possibility of integrating eye and facial tracking into the next-gen Quest headset. Meta also revealed FOV is not a priority, as the trade-offs outweigh the benefits in a standalone system. Emteq Labs is set to release the world’s first emotion-sensing eyewear, while a wearable haptic device from 7Sense can simulate the experience of sight for blind people.
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