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‘Pokémon Go’ Maker Niantic Sells Off Gaming Division, Doubling Down on Geospatial AI & AR Tech
- Niantic sells its gaming division to Scopely for $3.85 billion.
- Niantic is focusing on advancing its AI-powered geospatial technology and AR tech.
- A new company, Niantic Spatial, will be led by John Hanke and will develop geospatial AI solutions for various industries.
- Niantic is doubling down on its Visual Positioning System, 3D mapping, and AI-powered AR platforms.
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Meta To Recommend Using Unity & Unreal’s Built-In OpenXR Support From Next Week
- Meta will recommend that developers use the built-in OpenXR support of Unity and Unreal from next week.
- Starting from v74 of its SDKs, Meta's built-in OpenXR path will be the recommended path for development in all major game engines.
- For Unity, version 1.14 of Unity's OpenXR Plugin achieves feature and performance parity with the Oculus XR Plugin.
- Meta confirms its commitment to OpenXR and its contributions to advancing the standard since 2016.
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MAGE Uses A Custom Engine To Drive 120 FPS Physics With Dynamic Shadows On Quest 3
- MAGE uses a fully custom engine to drive 120 FPS physics with dynamic shadows on Quest 3 & Quest 3S.
- The engine, called Micron, was specifically designed for standalone VR to take advantage of the XR2 Gen 2 chipset in Meta's latest headsets.
- MAGE offers zero lag or loading screens and runs at 120 FPS, with high fidelity graphics and dynamic physics props.
- The physics solver in Micron engine will be further enhanced to support more dynamic physics objects in the future.
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Google Set To Acquire Ultra-Low-Power Eye Tracking Startup For Headsets & Glasses
- Google is reportedly in the final talks to acquire AdHawk, a startup that specializes in ultra-low-power eye tracking technology for headsets and glasses.
- The acquisition is set to be completed this week and is valued at $100 million, with potential additional payment of $15 million if certain performance targets are met.
- If the deal goes through, AdHawk employees will join Google's Android XR team, and their eye tracking technology is expected to be integrated into Samsung's standalone headset later this year.
- AdHawk's eye tracking system uses a MEMS micromirror to efficiently track eye movement, offering higher update rates and lower power consumption compared to camera-based systems.
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Neon Roguelike ZIX Arrives On Quest And Steam This Fall
- Neon roguelike game ZIX is set to launch on Oculus Quest and Steam later this year.
- Developed by Hidden IO, ZIX takes place in eerie neon environments where players assume the role of Acolytes.
- The game features three overarching worlds with procedurally generated levels, allowing players to find new ingredients and enemy types.
- ZIX offers a unique combat experience in VR, with players using triggers, grips, and gestures to perform actions.
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‘MAGE’ Pushes the Limits with Physics-based Magic Mayhem at 120 FPS on Quest 3
- MAGE is a magic and physics sandbox game on Quest 3.
- The game runs at a smooth 120 fps, taking advantage of the power of standalone VR hardware.
- Developers built their own game engine and physics solver specifically for standalone VR.
- MAGE offers a sandbox environment with various magical powers and is available for $20 on Quest 3.
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How are new technologies changing professional football training?
- The use of GPS and wearables has become standard practice in the Premier League for collecting comprehensive data on player performance and optimizing training.
- Artificial intelligence has revolutionized video analysis in football, allowing coaches to identify playing patterns, areas for improvement, and exploit opponent weaknesses.
- Virtual reality simulations are being used for immersive training, improving players' decision-making, reaction time, and technical skills.
- Big data platforms are transforming the scouting process, helping clubs identify emerging talents and assess the performance of their own players.
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Metallica Comes to Vision Pro in Immersive Performance This Week
- Apple announced an exclusive immersive concert experience from Metallica, coming to Apple Vision Pro.
- The concert was captured in Apple's immersive video format, featuring 8K 3D video and spatial audio.
- The concert will include classic Metallica songs 'Whiplash', 'One', and 'Enter Sandman'.
- Apple Vision Pro owners can access the performance starting March 14th.
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New Gameplay Footage For VR Sci-Fi Shooter Exoshock Revealed
- Tactical PvE VR shooter Exoshock released a new gameplay trailer.
- Exoshock aims to be “the next leap forward for co-op PvE FPS in virtual reality”.
- The game features co-op mode with players choosing different roles and dynamically generated missions.
- Exoshock will appear at GDC 2025, and a release date for Meta Quest and Steam is currently unconfirmed.
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Prison Boss Prohibition Has A Mixed Reality Mode With Online And Couch Co-Op
- Prison Boss Prohibition, the expanded follow-up to Prison Boss VR, will feature mixed reality support on Meta Quest.
- The new MR mode brings the game’s contraband dealings into real-world spaces, with co-located play and allows friends to team up for local couch co-op alongside online play.
- Prison Boss Prohibition is a crafting job simulator set in the heavily policed streets of New Yolk City, where players can run a black-market empire while dodging police patrols.
- Prison Boss Prohibition is coming soon to Steam, Meta Quest, and PS VR2, with Alpha Access for the Quest version's MR mode starting on March 18.
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It’s looking more likely that Google will once again release smart glasses
- Google is in talks to acquire AdHawk Microsystems, known for its low-power eye-tracking technology.
- The acquisition could significantly boost Google's Android XR platform and hardware development.
- This move signals Google’s renewed interest in AR/VR devices, possibly leading to new smart glasses.
- Google is in final talks to acquire AdHawk Microsystems for $115 million and the deal could lead to the integration of the AdHawk staff with Google's Android XR team.
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‘Electrician Simulator’ Arrives on All Major VR Headsets This Month, Trailer Here
- Take IT Studio is releasing a VR version of Electrician Simulator for Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR headsets.
- Players can engage in various electrical tasks such as repairing outlets, laying cables, and connecting appliances.
- The VR version features new missions in addition to those included in the flatscreen version.
- Electrician Simulator VR is set to be released on March 21st and includes a challenge mode.
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Google reportedly negotiating $115M deal for eye-tracking startup AdHawk Microsystems
- Google is reportedly in final talks to acquire eye-tracking startup AdHawk Microsystems for $115 million.
- The acquisition is part of Google's renewed push into headsets and smart glasses.
- AdHawk Microsystems specializes in advanced eye-tracking technology that eliminates the need for traditional cameras.
- The company's capabilities in micro-electromechanical systems eye tracking make it suitable for integration into consumer electronics, such as smart glasses.
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Everything we know about Apple’s Vision Pro
- Apple unveiled the Vision Pro at WWDC 2023, its first visionOS device set to launch on February 2nd at a starting price of $3,499.
- The Vision Pro features advanced display technology, including hand and eye tracking, but its controls can be inconsistent.
- The headset uses two Apple Silicon chips (M2 Ultra and R1) and offers up to two hours of usage with a tethered battery pack.
- Users can switch between AR and VR seamlessly and engage in natural control using hand and eye tracking, as well as voice commands.
- Apple's Vision Pro has received mixed reviews, with praise for its technical capabilities but criticism for certain tradeoffs.
- Additional features include the ability to display the user's eyes on the front when interacting with others, and the option to add prescription lenses from Zeiss.
- The Vision Pro has sparked discussions about its potential impact on the VR and AR landscape, with a focus on its price point and technological advancements.
- Various updates and partnerships related to the Vision Pro, such as collaborations with companies like Metallica and Disney, have been highlighted in the coverage.
- Apple's plans for future developments in the VR and AR space, including a rumored AR glasses project, continue to generate anticipation and speculation.
- Overall, the Vision Pro represents Apple's foray into immersive technologies, aiming to push boundaries and deliver innovative experiences to users.
- The reception to the Vision Pro remains a blend of excitement for its potential and scrutiny of its performance and features.
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Metallica Apple Immersive Concert Experience Releasing On Friday
- Metallica Apple Immersive concert experience featuring three songs is releasing on Friday.
- The experience was filmed in Mexico City during Metallica's ongoing M72 World Tour.
- It provides close-up and wide-angle views of the band's performance.
- Apple demoing a shorter version of the experience featuring one song at Apple Stores from this Friday.
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