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ShadowMaker Labs Showcases Smart Shirt for Body-Based Game and XR Controls

June 8, 2026

What’s the story? ShadowMaker Labs has showcased its working Smart Shirt platform at Web Summit Vancouver, using movement and muscle signals as real-time inputs for games and immersive experiences. Why … continue reading

Snap Acquires Spatial AR Company Illumix to Support Specs Glasses

June 5, 2026

What’s the story? Snap has reportedly acquired spatial AR company Illumix, adding its platform and most of its staff as Snap continues work on its Specs AR glasses platform. Why … continue reading

Newcastle United Adds Immersive AI Fan Engagement Platform from Lenovo and Invisionary

June 3, 2026

What’s the story? Lenovo, Invisionary and Intel have launched an immersive AI fan engagement platform with Newcastle United, built around Invisionary’s LUX-75 display. Why it matters The deployment supports immersive … continue reading

Virtuix Secures U.S. Air Force SBIR Funding for VR Mission Planning System

June 2, 2026

What’s the story? Virtuix has secured U.S. Air Force SBIR Phase I funding to advance Virtual Terrain Walk, a VR mission planning system for terrain rehearsal. Why it matters The … continue reading

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XREAL Introduces xbx Smart Glasses Sub-Brand and Unveils New a01 AR Glasses

June 1, 2026

What’s the story? XREAL has introduced xbx as a new smart glasses sub-brand, led by the a01 AR glasses for viewing, gaming and AI-powered AR technology. Why it matters The … continue reading

Loft Dynamics Brings FTD Level 7 VR Helicopter Training Simulator to Japan

May 28, 2026

What’s the story? Loft Dynamics’ Airbus H125 TXi VR simulator at Nakanihon Air has achieved FTD Level 7 qualification from Japan’s aviation regulator, the JCAB. Why it matters The qualification … continue reading

Niantic Spatial and Spexi Partner to Turn Drone Imagery Into 3D Intelligence for Physical AI

May 27, 2026

What’s the story? Niantic Spatial and Spexi Geospatial have announced a partnership that combines drone imagery capture with 3D reconstruction technology for physical AI. Why it matters Customers will be … continue reading

Proto and Holomedia Power New AI Concierge Hologram at LaGuardia Airport

May 26, 2026

What’s the story? LaGuardia Terminal B has launched Bridget, an interactive AI guest experience hologram powered by Proto hardware and Holomedia’s wayfinding software. Why it matters Travelers at LaGuardia Terminal … continue reading

XREAL and Google Demo Project Aura XR Glasses Ahead of 2026 Global Launch

May 22, 2026

What’s the story? XREAL and Google have showcased Project Aura wired XR glasses at Google I/O 2026, ahead of the device’s confirmed global launch later this year. Why it matters … continue reading

Distance and Galvion Collaborate on AR Helmet Systems for Defense Applications

May 22, 2026

What’s the story? Galvion and Distance have announced a collaboration focused on AR-enabled headworn systems for defense applications. Why it matters The collaboration supports visual augmentation systems for dismounted troops … continue reading

LetinAR Secures $18.5M to Support Smart Glasses Scale-Up

May 20, 2026

What’s the story? LetinAR has secured USD $18.5 million to scale its optical module technology for smart glasses. Why it matters The funding supports LetinAR’s scale-up plans as its optical … continue reading

Meta Opens Display Access for Ray-Ban Display Developers

May 19, 2026

What’s the story? Meta has begun rolling out developer preview access to the display on its Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses. Why it matters Developers can now create visual, hands-free experiences … continue reading

Agog Announces $1M Grant Call for Climate Storytelling Projects

May 13, 2026

What’s the story? Agog has launched its first public open call, offering up to USD $1 million for climate-focused immersive media projects. Why it matters The open call expands access … continue reading

Virtuix Expands Omni One VR Treadmill Availability to Canada

May 13, 2026

What’s the story? Virtuix has expanded availability of its Omni One full-body VR treadmill systems to Canada. Why it matters The launch brings Virtuix’s full-body VR gaming systems to Canadian … continue reading

Niantic Spatial Releases SPZ 4 Open-Source Format for 3D Gaussian Splats

May 11, 2026

What’s the story? Niantic Spatial has released SPZ 4, an updated open-source file format for 3D Gaussian splats that compresses faster, handles bigger scenes, and supports custom vendor extensions. Why … continue reading

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