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Bootstrap Island Heads For The Riverlands In Latest Update
- PC VR survival game Bootstrap Island introduced its largest biome, the Riverlands, in its latest update on Steam.
- The Riverlands update includes a vast, untamed biome with flowing fresh water, steep terrains, and new dangerous fauna.
- Players can access the Riverlands after defeating the Jungle Overlord and can expect new challenges like electric eels and a stealthy predator.
- The game's developer, Maru VR, has outlined future updates including new psychological effects, tribal inhabitants, and additional lands, with a full release planned for Q1 2026.
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Apple is reportedly working on a bunch of new XR devices
- Apple is rumored to be expanding its XR device lineup with new Vision series headsets and smart glasses.
- Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests Apple may introduce seven new head-mounted wearables, starting with a Vision Pro headset and a lighter, cheaper Vision Air in 2027.
- The reported plans also include launching smart glasses with voice control, gesture recognition, camera capabilities, and AI environmental sensing features in 2027, similar to Meta Ray-Bans but with improvements.
- Apple might unveil a 2nd-gen Vision Pro and display-equipped XR glasses in 2028, along with other devices in development, although the timeline for some devices remains unclear.
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Roadtovr
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‘PianoCafe’ is a Wildly Creative Approach to Gamifying Piano Lessons
- Indie developer Plai Technologies is developing a mixed reality app called PianoCafe, aiming to gamify piano lessons.
- PianoCafe allows players to use a real piano to prepare meals by playing chords, each representing a cooking ingredient.
- The app is designed for beginners and offers a unique way to build muscle memory and ease into piano playing.
- Players need a MIDI-compatible piano to use the app, with plans to enable automatic key detection using Quest's cameras in the future.
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UploadVR
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New VR Games & Releases July 2025: Quest, SteamVR, PlayStation VR2 & More
- July brings exciting new VR games like Firmament, Cave Crave, and Jungle Man.
- Other notable releases include Prison Boss Prohibition, Requisition VR, and Chess Club.
- Le Mans Ultimate, Elemental Towers, and Rogue Piñatas are set for July too.
- Space Drop, Space Explorers Ultimate Edition, Premier League Player, and Wanderer also launch.
- A diverse lineup from puzzle adventures to action-filled multiplayer games awaits.
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UploadVR Showcase Humble Bundle Includes Vertigo 2, Moss 2, Until You Fall, Metro Awakening, Townsmen VR & More
- A Humble Bundle for The UploadVR Showcase offers VR games at a low price with proceeds benefiting Safe In Our World through the PayPal Giving Fund.
- The $18 minimum purchase includes Steam codes for nine games like Vertigo 2, Until You Fall, Moss II, and more.
- The bundle aims to raise funds for mental health awareness in the gaming industry and has a non-discounted value of $199.
- The partnership with UploadVR Showcase aims to support independent VR developers and creators.
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HTC Slashes Price of Vive Pro 2 for a Limited Time, Including Headset & All-in Bundle
- HTC has reduced the price of its Vive Pro 2 PC VR headset for a limited time as part of its Summer of Gaming Sale, valid until June 30th.
- The discounted Vive Pro 2 deals include a Full Kit with headset, SteamVR 2.0 Base Station, and Vive wand controllers, as well as a standalone headset option.
- Both Vive Pro 2 options come with two months of Viveport Infinity game subscription service, providing access to over 1,000 VR titles.
- In addition to Vive Pro 2, HTC is offering bundled pricing for its Vive Focus Vision headset, available in specific packages with games until June 30th.
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From phone video to virtual reality: AI turns real rooms into interactive 3D spaces
- AI technology developed by Cornell University, called DRAWER, can turn ordinary videos of rooms into interactive 3D models, allowing users to explore and interact with the space realistically.
- The system uses AI to analyze videos and create realistic 3D scenes without the need for special equipment or sensors, making it user-friendly and accessible.
- Different AI models work together to create detailed digital twins of rooms, enabling tasks like opening doors, moving objects, and training robots virtually for real-world applications.
- While currently focusing on hard objects, researchers aim to expand the technology to include soft materials and larger areas, with the ultimate goal of creating digital twins for various real-world applications.
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DrakkenRidge Is A Retro-Themed Fantasy VR Adventure Coming To Quest 3
- DrakkenRidge is a retro-themed fantasy VR adventure set to release on Quest 3 in September. Players take on the role of a Hunter operating across five islands in the DrakkenRidge archipelago.
- Developed by Garage Collective, known for VR titles like Stones of Harlath and Shock Troops, DrakkenRidge offers a mix of magical spellcasting and melee combat, with over 20 weapons to choose from.
- Players can explore nine dungeons, solve puzzles, and undertake side quests in a fantasy land where they are part of the Mage Order tasked with maintaining law and order in times of peace.
- The game features a retro-themed pixel art style with fully animated 3D low-polygon models, allowing for a dynamic combat system. DrakkenRidge is scheduled for release on September 4.
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Arstechnica
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Apple will introduce Vision Air and smart glasses in 2027, analyst projects
- Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo projects Apple to introduce new mixed reality devices in 2027 and 2028, focusing on head-mounted and smart glasses.
- No new head-mounted devices expected from Apple in 2026; launches scheduled for 2027 and 2028, with a potential Vision Pro 2 in mid-2028.
- Apple planning a 'Vision Air' product for Q3 2027, lighter than Vision Pro, featuring iPhone processor, and priced lower.
- Apple also planning display-free 'Ray-Ban-like' glasses in Q2 2027, with core features like audio playback, camera, video recording, and AI sensing.
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Roadtovr
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Apple Reportedly Has Numerous XR Headsets & Glasses Coming Between Now & 2028
- Tech analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reveals Apple's roadmap for XR devices and smart glasses, with multiple releases planned up to 2028.
- Apple aims to release a spec-bumped Vision Pro later this year, followed by a lighter 'Vision Air' headset in 2027 and a redesigned 'Vision Pro 2' in 2028.
- Kuo reports Apple investing in a Ray-Ban-like audio-first smart glasses set for 2027, and highlights the future release of Apple XR Glasses with AR features by 2028.
- Although Kuo is a respected figure, Apple's product releases are typically announced officially, so the timeline should be taken with caution.
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UX Design
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Guide to custom UI for Augmented Reality
- Design 3D interfaces for Augmented Reality, focusing on custom UI for AR headsets.
- Developed outdoor activity tracker in Unity, usability study reveals AR interface potential.
- Tips: Utilize 3D screen, support multitasking, prioritize interactions, and adhere to platform standards.
- Transform flat apps into immersive workspaces, enhancing user experience in 3D interface design.
- Explore possibilities of AR glasses, prepare for future of personal computing with spatial design.
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‘MYST’ Studio Cyan Announces Second Layoff Round This Year
- Cyan, the indie studio behind MYST and RIVEN, announced a second round of layoffs, following a previous one in March reducing the company by half.
- The updated list of affected employees includes 14 names, with uncertainty about the split between the recent and March layoffs.
- Cyan had announced laying off twelve staff members in March, leaving the studio likely now down to single digits in terms of employees.
- Despite challenges in securing financing for their next project, the studio is aiming to restabilize, as indicated by the recent layoffs affecting Lead Game Designer and Writer, Harrison Pink.
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Quest 3S Xbox Edition Sells Out in Just Days From Meta, Availability Remains at Retailers
- Meta's Quest 3S Xbox Edition headset sold out in less than a week, but remains available at third-party retailers.
- The 'extremely limited' edition device is out of stock when buying directly from Meta in the US and UK.
- The headset, functionally similar to Quest 3S, comes with a unique color scheme, Xbox controller, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
- Despite selling out quickly, scalpers are offering the headset for a premium on eBay; Microsoft's prior VR support expectations remain unmet.
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Bigscreen Beyond 2 Starts First Wave of Shipping, Aims for Immediate Fulfillment by September
- Bigscreen has begun shipping the first production units of its latest VR headset, Beyond 2.
- Beyond 2 headsets are now shipping but due to a backlog of pre-orders, fulfillment will continue through August and beyond.
- New orders placed today are expected to ship between August and September to clear the backlog by late September for immediate fulfillment.
- Bigscreen has seen significant demand for Beyond 2, outselling the original Beyond and has expanded manufacturing to meet demand.
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Quest 3S Xbox Edition Sold Out From Meta
- The Quest 3S Xbox Edition from Meta is sold out after being available for three days.
- Best Buy in the United States still lists the limited edition device as available for $400 with delivery or pickup starting on July 10.
- In the United Kingdom, the Xbox edition is still available for same-day pickup at specific locations.
- eBay listings show recent sales of the Xbox edition ranging from $300 to $600.
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