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ARknovv Launches New Brand BleeqUp and Unveils BleeqUp Ranger SmartSports Glasses
- ARknovv launches new brand BleeqUp and unveils BleeqUp Ranger smart sports glasses.
- BleeqUp Ranger is a GPT-driven smart cycling eyewear designed as a four-in-one device.
- BleeqUp Ranger combines a sports camera, earphones, and an intercom into a single device.
- The product initially targets cycling, hiking, fishing, and mountaineering.
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AR Diffractive Waveguide Technology Developer SEEV Secures more than 10million CNY in funding
- SEEV, a developer specializing in AR diffractive waveguide technology, has secured more than 10 million CNY in funding.
- The funding was led by Redhill Capital, Ambrum Capital, and Canano Fund.
- The investment will be used to expand the R&D team and optimize mass production processes, accelerating the commercialization of AR optical modules for consumer applications.
- SEEV has achieved industry-leading shipment volumes of nanoimprinted diffractive waveguides, offering high transparency and ultra-thin, lightweight displays.
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Crystal-Optech to Acquire 95.6% Equity Stake in VisionX-Tech for CNY 323.5Million, Affirming AR/VR as Its Future Strategic Focus
- Crystal-Optech will acquire 95.6% stake in VisionX-Tech for CNY 323.5 million.
- AR/VR identified as Crystal-Optech's future strategic focus.
- Acquisition of VisionX-Tech's equity strengthens spatial perception capabilities in AR/VR.
- Crystal-Optech positioned as a global one-stop provider of optical solutions.
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Free-To-Play Social VR Game Cards & Tankards Gets New Expansion This Month
- Cards & Tankards, a free-to-play social VR card game, is getting a new expansion called 'Ashes of Ur-Enku' this month.
- The expansion will introduce 50 new cards, diamond animated variants, new cosmetics, a refreshed season pass, balancing changes, and rank resets.
- The game, developed by Divergent Realities, is set in the untamed lands of Ur-Enku and follows the Plundering Guild on a fire-hunting expedition.
- The expansion will be available on March 27 and the game is currently available on the Meta Quest platform, Steam, and Google Play.
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GOLF+ Tests Tracking Your Real Putter Using Logitech's MX Ink
- GOLF+ is experimenting with tracking your real putter using Logitech's MX Ink tracked stylus.
- Logitech's MX Ink is the first officially supported third-party tracked controller for Oculus or Meta headsets.
- The MX Ink has 6DoF positional tracking and is lightweight, making it suitable for attaching to physical objects.
- GOLF+ has not provided a timeline for productization of this prototype feature.
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Most Of Insomniac's VR Games Have Returned To The Rift Store
- Insomniac Games has relisted three of its titles on Meta's PC VR store, and The Unspoken should soon follow.
- The relisted games include Edge of Nowhere, Stormland, and Feral Rites.
- The Unspoken is currently being actively worked on to restore its availability on the Meta Store.
- Insomniac Games' PC VR catalog has a history of temporary delistings, likely due to the certification process.
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Hackaday
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The Road to Lucid Dreaming Might be Paved With VR
- Virtual reality (VR) is being explored as a potential tool to aid in achieving lucid dreaming.
- Engaging in immersive VR experiences can create dissociative experiences, helping users perform reality checks and become aware of dream states.
- VR can induce a mental state that is more conducive to lucid dreaming by guiding users into a receptive state before falling asleep.
- Combining lucid dreaming techniques with VR could open up possibilities for communication during a dream state.
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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.
- OpenXR is the open standard API for AR/VR/MR, supporting apps on any headset without vendor-specific core APIs.
- Meta has been a founding member of OpenXR and contributes to its development.
- Meta's SDKs will include the built-in OpenXR path, achieving feature parity with Oculus XR Plugin in Unity and offering more details on Unreal support next week.
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Meta: Suppliers "Heavily Pursuing" Producing "Wonder Material" Enabling Orion's Field Of View
- Suppliers are heavily pursuing producing optical-grade silicon carbide, the 'wonder material' that enabled the Orion AR glasses prototype's wide field of view.
- The Orion prototype achieved a remarkable 70-degree field of view, surpassing other AR glasses which cap out at around 50 degrees.
- Producing optical-grade silicon carbide is complex and expensive, leading to a lack of commercial-scale supply chain and resulting in a high price for Orion.
- Despite the challenges, the positive reception of Orion has accelerated suppliers' plans for producing optical-grade silicon carbide, signaling potential future advancements in the technology.
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Niantic's Gaussian Splat Scaniverse Is Now An App On The Quest Store
- Niantic's Scaniverse mobile app is now available for Quest 3 and Quest 3S on the Horizon Store, expanding beyond WebXR.
- Scaniverse allows users to scan real world 3D scenes for free, offering the world's largest collection of Gaussian splats.
- The app provides a VR interface to browse and view the scans on a 3D globe, marking their capture location.
- Scaniverse offers high-quality on-device scans with accurate lighting and reflections, and is completely free to use.
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Samsung's Headset Could Launch In Q3, With A Very High Price
- Samsung's headset is set to launch in Q3, with a high price due to low production scale.
- Mass production of the components will start next month, with an annual target of 100,000 headsets.
- Samsung's headset will have higher resolution and wider color gamut than Apple Vision Pro.
- Further details on the specifications, pricing, and launch plans are yet to be revealed.
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Rogue Piñatas: VRmageddon Review – A Roguelite Fit For The Whole Family
- Rogue Piñatas: VRmageddon is a rogue-lite game suitable for all ages, offering frantic action and a hilarious co-op mode.
- The game features piñatas seeking revenge on civilization, using ludicrous makeshift weaponry in colorful, vibrant environments.
- Available on Quest and Steam, Rogue Piñatas is priced at $24.99 and offers a delightful audio-visual experience with immersive gameplay.
- Players can choose from seven unique characters with different playstyles and stats, engaging in combat across six diverse zones with various missions.
- The gameplay loop involves leveling up by collecting candy from smashed piñatas, choosing upgrades, and tackling mission objectives for progression.
- Combat in Rogue Piñatas feels satisfying, whether wielding melee or ranged weapons, with customizable movement options for player comfort.
- The game's difficulty ramps up gradually, offering challenging but balanced gameplay that keeps players engaged and excited.
- In multiplayer co-op mode, up to four players can team up, adding a fun dynamic to the already enjoyable gameplay experience.
- Rogue Piñatas: VRmageddon impresses with its polished mechanics, engaging combat, and family-friendly entertainment, providing a fresh and rewarding experience.
- Overall, the game captures the essence of VR gaming, delivering physicality, immersion, and pure fun for players of all skill levels.
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XR: expectations for 2025
- In 2025, extended reality (XR) is expected to undergo significant advancements in hardware, AI integration, and ecosystem competition.
- Mixed reality (MR) headsets are gaining prominence over VR-focused hardware, offering a blend of AR and VR experiences.
- The battle between ecosystems like Meta Horizon OS, Android XR, and visionOS will shape the XR landscape.
- AI, particularly Google's Gemini, plays a pivotal role in enhancing XR experiences through smart glasses.
- Smart glasses with HUDs, like Ray-Ban Meta, are anticipated to evolve, aiding in translation, notifications, and navigation.
- Spatial AR technology is advancing with prototypes like Meta Orion and Snap Spectacles 5, utilizing holographic waveguide tech and interactive accessories.
- Developers are focusing on entertainment, education, culture, and retail sectors to drive XR content and services.
- MWC 2025 is expected to showcase the evolution of mixed reality, smart glasses, and ecosystem competition in the XR market.
- With improved devices and user experiences, XR technology is progressively integrating into daily life.
- The future of XR lies in the development of innovative use cases, enhanced technology, connectivity, and affordability.
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VR Design Unpacked: Why ‘Embodiment’ is More Important Than ‘Immersion’
- The article discusses the importance of 'embodiment' over 'immersion' in VR design, using the game Synapse as an example.
- Embodiment refers to the feeling of physically being present within a VR experience, distinguishing it from mere immersion.
- While immersion captures attention, embodiment focuses on the sense of physical presence and interaction with the virtual world.
- VR games effortlessly achieve immersion through visuals and sound, but embodying games make players feel like they are part of the virtual world.
- The article highlights the design decisions in Synapse that enhance embodiment, such as the interactive cover system.
- Synapse makes the walls and cover interactive by allowing players to physically engage with them, increasing the sense of presence.
- Integrating proprioception, the game makes players intuitively understand the physical movements needed for interactions within the virtual environment.
- The reloading system in Synapse also enhances embodiment by requiring players to use walls for reloading, further engaging them with the virtual space.
- By making players interact closely with elements like walls, Synapse creates a heightened feeling of presence and embodiment within the game.
- Overall, the article emphasizes that while VR worlds are immersive by design, embodiment through physical interactions leads to a more convincing and engaging experience.
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Immersivelearning
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How XR Can Unlock the Power of Collaboration for Young Leaders
- Members of the Global Shapers community explored XR (extended reality technology) at the SHAPE MENA event and brainstormed its applications in their own fields.
- Shapers used blended reality to examine the link between air travel and climate change, leading to discussions on how XR can enhance collaborative problem-solving.
- Shapers highlighted the need for global hub visualization, content creation and sharing, and spaces for training to improve collaboration through the Village.
- Access to XR technology on laptops and mobile devices is seen as crucial to ensure inclusivity in its use.
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