2022
Holoportation company Proto partners with StoryFile to recreate Walmart founder as life-sized hologram
In General XR News November 29, 2022 – Proto, a provider of life-sized holographic communications solutions, has recently announced that it has partnered with StoryFile, a creator of an AI-powered conversational video platform called ‘Conversa,’ …
2022
DPVR announces launch of its new ‘E4’ VR headset aimed at PC gamers
In Virtual Reality News November 28, 2022 – DPVR, a provider of virtual reality (VR) devices, has today announced the launch of its newest PC VR gaming headset with the introduction of the ‘DPVR E4,’ …
2022
NHS goes to tender for the provision of immersive VR simulation services
In Virtual Reality News November 28, 2022 – Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT), on behalf of the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (MSE ICS), has recently gone to tender for a …
2022
Vrgineers and DigiFlight partner to produce Mixed Reality Apache helicopter training solution
In Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality News November 24, 2022 – Vrgineers, a provider of next-generation virtual and mixed reality (VR/MR) pilot training systems, and DigiFlight, a provider of cybersecurity, IT, aerospace, and training solutions …
2022
inCitu raises $2M to democratize city planning using Augmented Reality
In Augmented Reality News November 23, 2022 – inCitu, a NYC-based company that brings future physical developments to life via augmented reality (AR), has this week announced USD $1 million in funding support from Schmidt …
2022
XRAI Glass launches its real-time Augmented Reality closed captioning app to users globally
In Augmented Reality News November 22, 2022 – XRAI Glass, a provider of augmented reality (AR) software solutions, has recently announced the launch of its new technology that allows users who are deaf or suffer …
2022
Kognitiv Spark partners with University of New Brunswick to deliver Mixed Reality training resources
In Mixed Reality News November 22, 2022 – Kognitiv Spark, a provider of industrial mixed reality (MR) solutions based out of New Brunswick, Canada has recently announced that it has partnered with the University of …
2022
ITRI introduces High Resolution Full-Color Micro LED Display for AR Glasses
In Augmented Reality News November 17, 2022 – The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), Taiwan’s largest high-tech applied research institution, has recently introduced its newest High Resolution Full-Color Micro LED Display for AR Glasses. According …
2022
Pimax launches Kickstarter campaign for its ‘Pimax Portal’ metaverse entertainment system
In Virtual Reality News November 17, 2022 – Pimax, a virtual reality (VR) hardware manufacturer and provider of ultra-wide field of view and high-resolution consumer VR devices, has this week announced that its pre-sale campaign …
2022
Qualcomm launches Snapdragon AR2 platform to revolutionize AR glasses
In Augmented Reality News November 17, 2022 – Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a global provider of semiconductors and a key enabler of the metaverse through its continued investments and research in extended reality (XR) technology, has …
2022
Arcturus raises $11M to expand its HoloSuite volumetric video platform
In General XR News November 17, 2022 – Arcturus, a provider of volumetric video editing and streaming tools, has this week announced a new USD $11 million round of Series A funding led by Cloudtree …
2022
Bodyswaps and Meta Immersive Learning partner to launch grant for VR soft skills training
In Virtual Reality News November 16, 2022 – Bodyswaps, a provider of immersive learning software that allows learners to practice soft skills in virtual reality (VR) with AI-enabled analytical feedback, has today announced a partnership …
2022
GigXR announces availability of Insight Series 3D anatomy education in partnership with ANIMA RES
In Mixed Reality News November 16, 2022 – GigXR, Inc., a global provider of holographic healthcare training, has today announced the availability of the Insight Series by ANIMA RES to provide hyper-realistic 3D anatomy learning …
2022
VictoryXR and HTC VIVE partner to deliver animal dissection curriculum in VR with VIVE Focus 3
In Virtual Reality News November 15, 2022 – VictoryXR, a provider of augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) content for schools and educational institutions, and HTC VIVE, a leading provider of VR technology, have today announced …
2022
VRpilot announces partnerships with Alaska Airlines and Aviomar to provide VR pilot training solutions
In Virtual Reality News November 15, 2022 – VRpilot, a Danish company that designs, develops and sells virtual reality (VR) training applications for use by ATOs, airlines and air forces, has recently announced that major …
2022
Varjo adds support for Unity and Unreal Engine to its Varjo Reality Cloud XR streaming platform
In Virtual Reality News November 11, 2022 – Varjo, a maker of professional-grade virtual and extended reality (VR/XR) hardware and software, has this week announced support for Unity and Unreal Engine projects for its Varjo …
2022
DPVR to showcase its new E4 VR gaming device at the World VR Conference in Jiangxi, China
In Virtual Reality News November 10, 2022 – DPVR, a Shanghai-based company specializing in virtual reality (VR) device design and manufacturing, has this week announced that it will be showcasing its upcoming ‘E4’ VR headset …
2022
Spatial announces partnership with Exclusible and Polycount to bring luxury virtual real estate to the metaverse
In Virtual Reality News November 9, 2022 – Spatial, the Web3 home that allows creatives to build their online worlds and connect and share immersive digital experiences via web, mobile or virtual reality (VR) headset, …
2022
Geenee AR combines Stable Diffusion generative AI with AR for text-to-image virtual fashion
In Augmented Reality News November 9, 2022 – Geenee AR, a provider of a low-code web-browser based augmented reality (WebAR) software platform, has announced that it has combined its body tracking SDK with Stable Diffusion …
2022
Sony acquires Beyond Sports, a provider of real-time sports visualization solutions for the metaverse
In General XR News November 8, 2022 – Sony Corporation has announced the recently completed acquisition of Beyond Sports and has welcomed the company into Sony Corporation’s sports business. Beyond Sports will operate alongside Hawk-Eye …
2022
Leia Inc. announces $125M debt financing from Aon to strengthen its IP portfolio
In General XR News November 8, 2022 – Leia Inc., a nanotechnology company that provides a screen-based 3D experience without the need for augmented or virtual reality (AR/VR) eyewear, has recently announced USD $125 million …
2022
Unity completes merger with ironSource to expand its tools and services for game development lifecycle
In General XR News November 7, 2022 – Unity, a leading platform for creating and operating real-time 3D (RT3D) content, has today announced that it has completed its merger with ironSource, strengthening the company’s position …
2022
Mojo Vision develops Alexa Shopping List app on its smart AR contact lens
In Augmented Reality News November 4, 2022 – Mojo Vision, developers of the ‘Mojo Lens’ augmented reality (AR) smart contact lens, has this week announced that it has developed a potential consumer implementation of Alexa …
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2022
holoride’s in-car VR entertainment platform launches for select Audi models in Germany
In Virtual Reality News November 2, 2022 – holoride, a provider of extended reality (XR) in-vehicle entertainment technology, has recently announced the release of its platform in Germany. Coming to select Audi vehicles* in mid-November, …
2022
Enosis & OVID Clinics partner to combine VR & psychedelics for in-clinic psychotherapy
In Virtual Reality News November 2, 2022 – Enosis Therapeutics, a medical technology and psychedelic research company that leverages virtual reality (VR) for the contextual modulation of psychedelic therapy to improve treatment outcomes, has partnered …
2022
RealWear launches hands-free thermal camera module for its assisted reality headset
In General XR News November 1, 2022 – RealWear, a provider of assisted reality wearable solutions for frontline industrial professionals, has today announced the launch of its fully hands-free, voice-controlled thermal camera experience. By connecting …
2022
UK water company Southern Water using VR to train workers on pollution response
In Virtual Reality News November 1, 2022 – Southern Water, a UK-based utilities provider, has recently announced that it has been utilizing virtual reality (VR) to improve how it responds to pollution incidents across its …
2022
Librestream and ECOM Instruments partner to deliver ruggedized AR solutions for field workers
In Augmented Reality News October 31, 2022 – Librestream, a workforce transformation platform for the industrial deskless workforce, has today announced a new partnership with ECOM Instruments, a Pepperl+Fuchs brand, to provide energy workers in …
2022
DPVR to focus more on VR esports with its upcoming E4 PCVR device
In Virtual Reality News October 31, 2022 – DPVR, a Shanghai-based company specializing in virtual reality (VR) device design and manufacturing, has announced more details on its upcoming VR headset aimed at gamers and consumers. …
2022
ArborXR partners with Bodyswaps to scale its VR training programs
In Virtual Reality News October 28, 2022 – ArborXR, a provider of an augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) device management platform, has recently announced a new partnership with Bodyswaps, a provider of immersive learning software …
2022
Orangutech and Kognitiv Spark partner to deliver Mixed Reality solutions to Canadian Government
In Mixed Reality News October 28, 2022 – Orangutech, a provider of software solutions and consulting services for enterprises, has recently announced that it has partnered with Kognitiv Spark, a provider of industrial mixed reality …
2022
Arthur announces ‘New Realities’ update with Mixed Reality features
In Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality News October 27, 2022 – Arthur, a virtual reality (VR) office provider that enables enterprises to create large-scale virtual offices with fully immersive and collaborative environments, has this week …
2022
Taqtile announces launch of ‘Manifest Maker’ platform for AR work instruction creation
In Augmented Reality News October 26, 2022 – Taqtile, Inc., a provider of augmented reality (AR)-based work instruction solutions for deskless employees and the maker of AR-enabled work-instruction platform Manifest, has today announced the launch …
2022
Resonai raises $20M Series A extension to accelerate expansion
In Augmented Reality News October 26, 2022 – Resonai, an artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision company that provides an operating system for the built world, has recently announced that it has closed a USD …
2022
HaptX announces new ‘HaptX Gloves G1’
In Virtual Reality News October 25, 2022 – HaptX Inc., a provider of realistic haptic technology for use with virtual reality (VR) experiences, has today announced the availability of pre-orders of the company’s new HaptX …
