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Meta "Courting" Disney & A24 To Make Immersive Video For Horizon OS
- Meta is offering companies like Disney and A24 the opportunity to create immersive video content for its Horizon OS, with the aim of attracting users to its upcoming headset.
- The ultralight headset with a tethered puck planned to be launched by Meta next year is expected to cost less than $1000.
- The exclusive immersive video content produced for Meta can also be watched on existing Quest headsets as Puffin's puck runs on the same Horizon OS.
- Meta previously partnered with James Cameron's company Lightstorm Vision to bring more 3D video content to Quest headsets, spanning various entertainment experiences and featuring well-known intellectual property.
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Meta's Ultralight Headset With Puck Will Reportedly Cost "Less Than $1000"
- Meta is planning to launch an ultralight headset with a tethered puck next year, priced at 'less than $1000', as reported by The Wall Street Journal.
- This ultralight headset, named 'Puffin', weighs less than 110 grams, resembles bulky glasses, and includes eye tracking for input.
- Meta is prioritizing this Horizon OS headset with a puck over a new traditional Quest, with potential release in 2027.
- Additionally, Meta is in talks with Disney and A24 to create immersive video content for Horizon OS, offering millions of dollars for exclusive productions.
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Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between revealed by The Voxel Agents
- The Voxel Agents have announced Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between, an expanded VR version of its puzzle game The Gardens Between.
- This version serves as a sequel set 20 years after the original game, focusing on the main character Frendt discovering the diary of his friend Arina and reliving their memories.
- Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between will feature 40 new puzzles and aims to evoke nostalgia and the magic of childhood friendships through the VR experience.
- A demo for Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between will be available during Steam Next Fest from June 9th to June 16th, with a full release expected later this year on SteamVR and Meta Quest platforms.
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Hidden Memories Of The Gardens Between Coming To Quest & PC VR
- The puzzle adventure game, The Gardens Between, is being rebuilt and expanded for Quest and PC VR.
- Titled Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between, the VR version features 40 new puzzles and enhanced interactions.
- The game follows the characters Arina and Frendt, with the story set two decades after the original adventure.
- Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between will support both Touch Controllers and hand tracking on Quest and is expected to release in 2025.
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Quantum Threshold Hands-On: Blending Accessibility With Intense Roguelike Gameplay on Quest
- Quantum Threshold from Vaki Games offers a unique gameplay experience where players navigate and fight using a wheelchair.
- The game features roguelike elements, providing a fresh experience with each session through new loot, challenges, and enemies.
- Players can upgrade weapons and the wheelchair in a hub-world using credits, enhancing combat abilities for longer runs.
- Quantum Threshold's blend of intense combat and accessibility challenges players to adapt to a new style of gameplay, offering insights into real-world mobility limitations.
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Android XR for Enterprise: 5 Ways Enterprises Can Use Android XR to Evolve
- Android XR for Enterprise is a flexible platform by Google designed for immersive tech.
- Unlike other XR vendors, Google's Android XR provides affordability and scalability.
- Enterprises can benefit from immersive training experiences using Android XR.
- Android XR allows companies to build custom training solutions with integrated spatial computing.
- It supports Unity and Unreal Engine for designing VR experiences across various devices.
- Android XR enables remote support and collaboration through device-agnostic features.
- It fosters collaborative product design by facilitating real-time co-designing and innovation.
- The platform enhances data visualization and provides digital twin accessibility for better insights.
- Android XR revolutionizes customer experiences with immersive engagement across touchpoints.
- Google's Android XR aims to unlock immersive experiences and scalable solutions for enterprises.
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Report: Apple May Finally Announce Vision Pro VR Controller Support Next Week
- Apple may announce official support for PSVR 2’s Sense Controllers for Vision Pro VR soon.
- Reports suggest that Vision Pro will also support PlayStation and Xbox gamepads.
- The addition of motion controllers for Vision Pro can potentially open doors for more games on its platform.
- Apple's potential move to embrace motion controllers could hint at future developments in cheaper headset versions.
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Ghosts of Tabor & Alien Share #1 In May's PlayStation VR2 Download Charts
- Ghosts of Tabor and Alien: Rogue Incursion are joint winners of May's PlayStation VR2 download charts.
- Sony's monthly download charts for May 2025 show Ghosts of Tabor leading in the US/Canada and taking the second spot in Europe, while Alien: Rogue Incursion performed inversely across both regions.
- Jurassic World Aftermath Collection secured the third spot in Europe and fourth in North America, benefiting from a steep discount of 85% off until the end of today.
- Beat Saber held the third position in North America, with a free song release to commemorate its 7th anniversary.
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Meta Financing Now In The UK Too, Offering Quest 3S From Twelve £30 Monthly Payments
- Meta's financing option for Quest headsets is now available in the UK too.
- In the UK, Meta has partnered with Swedish fintech firm Klarna for the financing scheme.
- The UK version of the offering allows payments for 12 months, with Quest 3S available from £30/month and Quest 3 from £46/month.
- Both the US and UK versions of Quest financing include the Horizon+ games subscription scheme for the duration of the payments.
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No Man’s Sky Overhauls Settlements With Beacon Update
- The No Man's Sky Beacon update introduces intergalactic mayor role for multiple towns.
- Players can now construct various buildings like jukebox bars, fishing ponds, and merchant shops for custom starships.
- Town management involves conversations with citizens, welcoming new settlers, resolving disputes, and defending settlements from pirates.
- The Beacon update is the third major update in 2025 for No Man's Sky, adding features like paleontology, expanded solar systems, and visual updates.
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NHL Stanley Cup Final Comes to Quest in ‘Xtadium’ Immersive Sports Viewing App
- The NHL Stanley Cup Final kicks off with the Florida Panthers facing the Edmonton Oilers in a series of intense matches starting on June 4th.
- Quest users will have access to watch all games in the NHL Stanley Cup Final through the immersive sports viewing app, Xtadium.
- This marks a rematch between the Panthers and Oilers from last year, with Xtadium offering rink-side views and multiple immersive viewpoints for viewers.
- Xtadium is a US-only app, potentially impacting Oiler fans in Canada who may not have access to the immersive experience.
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Flybits Unveils XRCard With Spatial Banking for Smart Glasses
- Flybits has introduced XRCard, a spatial computing-enabled payment card that functions independently from mobile phones.
- XRCard integrates generative AI, augmented reality, and physical card technology to offer a more immersive banking experience.
- Key features of XRCard include natural voice interaction, AR-based financial visualization, social bill splitting, and contextual offers on demand.
- Flybits aims to enhance human-centric banking experiences with XRCard, reflecting the industry trend towards AI-native solutions.
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AI Glasses Are Coming to Kill the iPhone
- AI glasses are emerging as the next major tech platform for ambient, screenless interaction in the AI era.
- Big Tech firms like Apple, Meta, Alphabet, Amazon, and OpenAI are competing to lead the shift towards AI glasses.
- Investors are looking to gain exposure in the broader AI glasses ecosystem by targeting chipmakers, component suppliers, and software enablers.
- The rise of AI glasses signifies a shift from smartphones to devices that offer ambient computing and real-time interaction, driven by the needs of artificial intelligence.
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Quest Owners Can Watch The NHL Stanley Cup Final Rinkside In 180° For Free
- The NHL Stanley Cup Final is being livestreamed in 2D 180° for free on the Xtadium app on Quest headsets in the US.
- The Xtadium app also offers 2D 180° livestreams of other US sports like the NBA, NASCAR, and UFC, allowing co-watching with friends who also own a Quest.
- This is the first time the Stanley Cup Final is being streamed live to VR, following a partnership with TNT Sports for NHL games.
- 52 NBA games this season will be streamed in 180-degrees to Quest headsets for free. The Xtadium app is available for free on the Meta Horizon Store for Quest headsets in the USA.
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Skydance's Behemoth Adds Boss Rush Mode & Arena Revamp
- Skydance's Behemoth receives 'The Rites of Wrath' update, featuring a new boss rush mode called The Behemoth Trials.
- This update allows players to fight campaign Behemoths like Nightscraper, Dreddstagg, and Shacklehide using custom loadouts, regardless of campaign progression.
- The update also includes a revamped Arena Mode where players face enemies across waves to collect coins and powerful golden weapons, with one-life victories unlocking an endless version.
- Skydance's Behemoth is currently available on Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, Steam, and Rift platforms.
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