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Xiaomi Unveils China’s Answer to Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses with a Few Killer Features
- Xiaomi unveiled its AI Glasses at the 'Human x Car x Home' event, as a response to Meta and EssilorLuxottica's smart glasses.
- The Xiaomi AI Glasses feature a 12MP camera with electronic image stabilization, voice assistant, five mics, and two speakers powered by a low-power Bluetooth audio chip and Qualcomm's Snapdragon AR1.
- Similar to Meta's smart glasses, Xiaomi AI Glasses rely on voice and touch input, offering features like foreign language text translation, photo, and video capture, and the ability to make payments by simply looking at an Alipay QR code.
- The glasses are launching in China with features optimized for Asian face shapes and various color and lens options, priced at ¥1,999 RMB (~$280 USD) for the base model.
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Upcoming VR Games 2025: New Releases On Quest, PC VR, PS VR2 & More
- Discover upcoming VR games for 2025 and beyond, including releases on multiple platforms.
- Games for Quest, PC VR, PS VR2, Pico, and more platforms are highlighted.
- Get ready for a variety of new VR games starting from July 2025 onwards.
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Thief VR producer says 'VR is a natural fit for an immersive sim'
- Thief VR producer believes VR is perfect for immersive sims.
- Thief VR aims to bring classic elements of the series to life.
- Game features physical engagement, lockpicking, and interactive environments in VR.
- Set 200 years after Deadly Shadows, Thief VR connects past and reboot timelines.
- Players assume the role of a street thief evolving into a master in-game.
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Visiting The Yucatán For Cave Adventures, Guided Tours, And White Water Racing In Kayak VR's New DLC
- Kayak VR: Mirage's Yucatán DLC offers visually stunning journey through Mexico's famed peninsula.
- The DLC provides guided tours, free roam exploration, and white water racing modes.
- Players experience immersive cave environments with bioluminescent worms and detailed textures.
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A Developer Built A Real-World Ad Blocker For Snap Spectacles
- A software developer built a real-world ad blocker for Snap Spectacles, utilizing the latest SDK features of Snap OS.
- The ad blocker uses the Depth Module API of Snap OS and Google's Gemini AI to detect and project red rectangles onto real-world ads seen through Spectacles.
- While the ad-blocking concept is feasible, the transparency and limited field of view of Spectacles make it impractical for complete ad avoidance.
- Snap has announced plans to launch consumer AR glasses in 2026, which may offer a slightly wider field of view but may not significantly improve ad-blocking capabilities.
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Inside the First Feature-Length Immersive Film for Apple Vision Pro: Bono – Stories of Surrender
- Filmmaker Elad Offer directed the first feature-length immersive film for Apple’s Vision Pro headset in collaboration with U2’s Bono.
- The film combines traditional cinema sections with immersive experiences and innovative 'Mix Media' approaches.
- The technological challenges in creating this immersive film led to the development of the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive Camera.
- The film explores personal themes in a vulnerable way, showcasing artistic innovation and redefining immersive storytelling possibilities.
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Hands-on with Lumus waveguides
- Hands-on experience with Lumus waveguide-based optical engines at AWE unveiling impressive capabilities.
- Lumus, specializing in reflective geometric waveguides, showcases AR systems with high luminance and color preservation.
- Impressive sneak peek at 70° FOV system, upcoming AR modules, and battery-efficient 30° model.
- Transparent lenses, vivid colors, and 7000 nits luminance stand out in hands-on demonstrations.
- Positive impressions of Lumus's professionalism and advanced AR products hint at future tech integration.
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‘The Invisible Hours’ Creator Aims to Bring Immersive Mystery to Modern VR Headsets, TV & Film
- Rob Yescombe, co-creator of The Invisible Hours, has regained rights to the game for a potential remaster for modern VR headsets, TV, and film.
- The game, inspired by Agatha Christie and Clue, allows players to observe and unravel a murder mystery involving seven suspects.
- Originally launched in 2017 to critical acclaim, plans to bring the game to Quest were halted when the developer, Tequila Works, shut down in late 2024.
- Yescombe sees The Invisible Hours as a prime candidate for remastering for the current generation due to the growth of the VR hardware market since 2017.
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F1: The Movie - Hot Lap Is An Immersive Teaser For Apple's Blockbuster
- Apple Vision Pro owners can watch an immersive teaser for the F1 movie, featuring Brad Pitt driving around a track for a lap.
- The teaser, F1: The Movie - Hot Lap, offers a mix of behind-the-scenes clips and shots from the movie, narrated by F1's director Joseph Kosinski.
- The immersive experience is not on the same technical level as Apple's usual immersive video content, with issues like scale discrepancies and motion clarity.
- Despite some technical limitations, F1: The Movie - Hot Lap highlights the challenges and advancements in creating immersive content with portable camera setups.
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New ‘Kayak VR’ DLC Lets You Go Cave-kayaking with a Friend in a Beautiful Yet Terrifying Locale
- Better Than Life released a new DLC for Kayak VR, inspired by Yucatán, Mexico featuring lush cenotes and mysterious caves.
- The Yucatán DLC is available on PSVR 2 and SteamVR for $8 as an optional paid content.
- A 'Complete Edition' of the game is also offered for $33, including all DLCs such as Soča Valley, Slovenia, and Yucatán locations.
- The Yucatán DLC provides a unique multiplayer exploration experience with challenging races, according to the studio, available on Steam and PlayStation Store.
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Bandai Namco’s Hit Puzzle Platformer Series ‘Little Nightmares’ is Coming to VR Soon
- Bandai Namco announced a new entry into the Little Nightmares franchise, called Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes.
- The game is currently in development by Iconik Studio, known for their previous VR titles.
- Details about target platforms and release window are not available yet.
- A teaser trailer for Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes hints at the franchise's creepy, atmospheric horror.
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Exploring the Ultimate Mobile VR Entertainment
- Virtual Reality (VR) is revolutionizing entertainment with immersive experiences that transport users to fantastical worlds.
- Integration of VR into mobile units brings cutting-edge entertainment directly to consumers' doorsteps.
- A VR entertainment trailer in Texas is making waves with its innovative mobile gaming approach.
- Exterior of the Hijinx Trampoline Park VR Trailer features vibrant neon lights at night, creating a futuristic and inviting atmosphere.
- Interior of the trailer boasts state-of-the-art VR setups with comfortable seating arrangements, VR headsets, and controllers for an immersive experience.
- Multiple VR gaming stations inside the trailer offer varied experiences suitable for a wide audience.
- During the day, the trailer showcases its bold exterior design with cosmic and tech-inspired artwork, branding it as the world's first VR theme park on wheels in Texas.
- The VR entertainment trailer offers flexible and engaging solutions for events, parties, and community gatherings, transforming entertainment experiences.
- The use of cutting-edge VR equipment in the trailer creates an immersive and exciting entertainment experience, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with VR technology.
- The goal is to provide high-quality VR systems that captivate users with visually appealing exteriors and immersive content.
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Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes Officially Announced
- Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is an official virtual reality entry in Bandai Namco's popular series.
- The game was revealed during the Little Nightmares Showcase Event by Bandai Namco.
- The next entry in the puzzle-platform horror adventure series will be a virtual reality game.
- The official trailer teaser hints at familiarity with the haunting tune in the game.
- Further details about Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes have not been confirmed yet.
- No specific release date or development studio has been announced, only a vague 'coming soon' timeframe.
- Platforms for the VR game have not been disclosed either.
- Today's showcase primarily discussed flatscreen game reveals.
- Little Nightmares III is set to launch on October 10 for most flatscreen platforms.
- An Enhanced Edition of the original game will be released alongside the announcement of Little Nightmares III.
- A comic book series and a stop-motion animation project were also revealed during the event.
- Updates on Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Hotel Infinity Is A VR Puzzle Follow-Up To Manifold Garden Arriving Later This Year
- Hotel Infinity is a spiritual sequel to Manifold Garden and is announced for PS VR2 and Quest.
- Developed by Studio Chyr, Hotel Infinity is a mind-bending VR puzzle game set in a warped Grand Hotel.
- The game explores impossible spaces and challenges players with reality-breaking puzzles.
- Players will need to think outside the box while navigating through surreal environments.
- Hotel Infinity offers a roomscale-first experience where players can explore within a limited space.
- Inspired by dreamlike scenarios, the game features objects with surprising functionalities.
- The game utilizes VR interactions to escape the unusual hallways and spaces of the hotel.
- Players have alternative locomotion controls for Sitting and Standing modes for accessibility.
- Hotel Infinity for PS VR2 will leverage haptic feedback and Sense controllers for immersive gameplay.
- The game is set to release later this year for Quest and PlayStation VR2.
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Adorable VR MMORPG Eldramoor launched a $25,000 Kickstarter that’s already funded
- Eldramoor, a VR MMORPG, launched a Kickstarter campaign with a funding goal of $25,000, which has already been surpassed.
- The game aims to combine the sense of community from classic MMOs with modern VR gameplay and features.
- Players in Eldramoor can explore diverse environments, uncover the land's history, and combat various foes.
- The Kickstarter campaign raised $44,000 within two hours, with over 220 backers and 29 days remaining.
- Different pledge tiers offer rewards like game copies, beta access, skins, and even the opportunity to name the game's main island.
- Accessibility options are emphasized in the Kickstarter, catering to players with motion sickness, colorblindness, and dyslexia.
- The game is set to launch in December 2026 on PCVR and Meta Quest 3 platforms.
- Eldramoor: Haven in the Mist promises a narrative-driven world, crafting opportunities, and social activities like tavern games and fishing.
- Players can expect a world-saving adventure with hidden treasures and challenges.
- The Kickstarter FAQ highlights inclusive features such as a 'limited movement class' for seated players.
- The higher Kickstarter tiers offer cosmetic items and exclusive in-game content like player houses and island naming rights.
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