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Gioco Studio Launches Arctic Expedition: Physics Sandbox on Meta Quest

March 7, 2026

In Virtual Reality News March 7, 2026 – VR Game studio Gioco Studio has recently announced the launch of Arctic Expedition: Physics Sandbox, a family-friendly VR adventure now available on … continue reading

Army National Guard Brings Mixed Reality Disaster Simulations to High Schools

March 5, 2026

What’s the story? The U.S. Army National Guard has launched ‘Disasterville,’ a mixed reality experience for high schools to simulate emergency response missions. Why it matters The program provides students … continue reading

Loft Dynamics, EASA, and Airbus Helicopters Launch VR Pilot Training Program in Nepal

March 4, 2026

What’s the story? Loft Dynamics, EASA, and Airbus Helicopters have launched a VR-based flight training initiative in Nepal to improve pilot proficiency in high-altitude environments. Why it matters The initiative … continue reading

VITURE Closes $100M Financing Round, Bringing Six-Month Total Above $200M

March 3, 2026

What’s the story? VITURE secured $100M in new funding to accelerate XR hardware development, bringing its total capital raised over the last six months to more than $200M. Why it … continue reading

PICO Previews ‘Project Swan’ Headset and Unveils PICO OS 6 Update

March 2, 2026

What’s the story? PICO has unveiled its PICO OS 6 update featuring spatial multitasking and previewed ‘Project Swan,’ a flagship headset scheduled for a 2026 release. Why it matters The … continue reading

Rokid Glasses Software Update Adds Native Support for Google Gemini AI

March 2, 2026

What’s the story? Rokid has updated its smart glasses to natively support Google’s Gemini, alongside ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and Qwen, allowing users to toggle between multiple AI models on a single … continue reading

Cognitive3D Launches MCP Server to Connect AI Assistants to Spatial Analytics Data

February 27, 2026

What’s the story? Cognitive3D has launched its MCP Server, allowing users to access and interpret XR spatial analytics data using natural language through AI assistants. Why it matters By enabling … continue reading

Varjo Introduces Air-Gapped Integrated XR Solutions Starting at €24,990

February 26, 2026

What’s the story? Varjo has launched Integrated XR Systems, offering complete, ready-to-deploy hardware and software solutions for secure and air-gapped environments. Why it matters The systems remove the complexity of … continue reading

Google Introduces New Gemini Tools for Building Interactive XR Experiences

February 25, 2026

What’s the story? Google has announced tools that utilize Gemini’s Canvas feature to render text prompts into fully realized, interactive XR experiences for Samsung Galaxy XR users. Why it matters … continue reading

HTC Launches VIVERSE Partner Program for Engagement-Based Creator Monetization

February 24, 2026

What’s the story? HTC’s VIVERSE has launched the VIVERSE Partner Program, a performance-based rewards initiative for creators to monetize immersive content through audience engagement. Why it matters The initiative offers … continue reading

XREAL, STYLY and KDDI Bring AR Glasses Experience to Tokyo Ghost in the Shell Exhibition

February 23, 2026

What’s the story? KDDI, STYLY, and XREAL have launched “DEN-NOH Vision,” an AR-enhanced experience at the “Ghost and the Shell” exhibition in Tokyo, utilizing XREAL Air 2 Ultra glasses. Why … continue reading

Vuzix Introduces Turnkey Smart Glasses Kits for Enterprise Remote Assist

February 23, 2026

What’s the story? Vuzix has launched Vuzix Solutions, a new portfolio of enterprise smart glasses kits that combine hardware with pre-configured software for frontline worker productivity. Why it matters The … continue reading

Virtuix Joins Made for Meta Program to Expand Omni One Reach

February 20, 2026

In Virtual Reality News February 20, 2026 – Virtuix, a developer of full-body virtual reality (VR) systems, has recently announced that it has joined Meta’s Made for Meta program, through which … continue reading

Esri and Pix4D Launch Terrestrial Mapping Workflow with AR Visualization

February 19, 2026

What’s the story? A new partnership between Esri and Pix4D allows field teams to capture 3D asset data via mobile app and sync it instantly with ArcGIS Online. Why it … continue reading

Sony Opens Digital Media Production Center in Japan to Support XR and Virtual Production Workflows

February 18, 2026

What’s the story? Sony is opening its new Digital Media Production Center Japan this month to provide creators access to filmmaking and XR technologies. Why it matters The facility gives … continue reading

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