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The XR Week Peek (2025.04.15): Tariffs may be lifted on XR headsets, Vision Pro 2 may be in production, and more!
- US tariffs on XR headsets may have been lifted, with companies like Pimax and BigScreen working to absorb the impact for users. Apple Vision Pro 2 rumors suggest production is underway, along with reports of two new headsets being developed.
- Valve is potentially building components for the Deckard headset, hinting at a possible upcoming release. Google and Samsung are collaborating on XR glasses set to launch in 2026, deviating from the initial Project Moohan plans.
- AltspaceVR is undergoing a reboot by Danny Mac to recreate the social VR platform using Basis VR. Meta plans to expand VR in-flight entertainment to more airlines after a successful trial with Lufthansa.
- Finnish company Varjo focuses on enterprise use cases, indicating a return to the consumer market is unlikely. Pico introduces a waist tracker for improved full-body tracking, and researchers explore unique sound frequencies to combat motion sickness.
- Meta offers discounted prices for the Meta Quest 3S during the Spring Sale, alongside updates and new content releases for VR experiences like Besiege, FastHands, and GORN 2.
- Reviews of VR content highlight positive reception for games like Beatable, The Midnight Walk, and Train Sim World VR. DaVinci Resolve 20 now supports Apple Immersive Video editing.
- The XR TEXT Trove initiative catalogs over 170 text entry techniques tailored for XR, while humorous links and donation appeals add a personal touch to the article's conclusion.
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