AR and VR News on Collaborations & Partnerships

Basemark Partners with Ignite to Expand Automotive AR Offering for OEMs

July 9, 2026

What’s the story? Basemark has signed an MoU with Ignite by FORVIA HELLA to integrate its Rocksolid platform into Ignite’s automotive AR offering for automotive OEMs. Why it matters The … continue reading

XPANCEO and JBD Co-Developing Custom Micro-Display for AR Contact Lenses

July 7, 2026

What’s the story? XPANCEO and JBD have entered the next phase of their collaboration to build a custom micro-display for future AR-enabled smart contact lenses. Why it matters The work … continue reading

Meta and EssilorLuxottica Launch New Meta Glasses AI Eyewear Line

June 23, 2026

What’s the story? Meta has launched Meta Glasses, a new AI eyewear line developed with EssilorLuxottica, featuring three frame styles and prices starting at $299. Why it matters The new … continue reading

Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon Reality Elite for AI-Powered Spatial Computing

June 16, 2026

What’s the story? Qualcomm has unveiled Snapdragon Reality Elite at Augmented World Expo, a new XR platform built to power spatial computing with on-device AI across headsets and glasses. Why … continue reading

Distance and Supacat Sign Framework Agreement to Integrate AR HUD Across HMT Vehicles

June 11, 2026

What’s the story? Distance and Supacat have signed a three-year framework agreement to integrate Distance’s AR HUD and computational optics stack across Supacat HMT vehicles. Why it matters By placing … 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

YBVR Brings Manchester City VR Content to Meta Quest Through Xtadium

May 6, 2026

What’s the story? YBVR and Manchester City have launched City Space, a new immersive VR experience on the Xtadium platform for Meta Quest headsets. Why it matters The experience gives … continue reading

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Collaborations & Partnerships

Basemark Partners with Ignite to Expand Automotive AR Offering for OEMs

XPANCEO and JBD Co-Developing Custom Micro-Display for AR Contact Lenses

Meta and EssilorLuxottica Launch New Meta Glasses AI Eyewear Line

Qualcomm Announces Snapdragon Reality Elite for AI-Powered Spatial Computing

Distance and Supacat Sign Framework Agreement to Integrate AR HUD Across HMT Vehicles

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

Proto and Holomedia Power New AI Concierge Hologram at LaGuardia Airport

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

Distance and Galvion Collaborate on AR Helmet Systems for Defense Applications

YBVR Brings Manchester City VR Content to Meta Quest Through Xtadium

Avatar Medical Gains FDA 510(k) Clearance for 3D Medical Imaging Platform

Distance and Kia Bring Lightfield HUD Technology to Vision Meta Turismo Concept Car

Sony XYN Integrates With Disguise for Virtual Production Asset Workflows

Qualcomm and Snap Sign Multi-Year Deal to Power Future Specs with Snapdragon XR

Cyberpunk 2077 Comes to Free-Roam VR Through Zero Latency Partnership

Snap Unveils SPECS AR Glasses at Augmented World Expo 2026