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General — Metaverse — April 12th, 2024

Environment understanding for mixed reality: why it is important and why it should improve
These days I'm experimenting with the development of mixed reality applications, and on Quest I've so been playing around with environment understanding, seeing the good and the bad of Meta's approach on this topic. In this article, I will explain to you where we are at, and what we have to change to make mixed reality truly useful.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

These Meta Quest games are channeling Wii Sports in the best way
Easy-to-learn, hard-to-master games are the best.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Varjo's Enterprise Cloud XR Streaming Platform Now Supports Quest 3 and Quest Pro
Varjo announced it's now supporting Quest 3 and Quest Pro for its cloud XR streaming platform 'Reality Cloud', which lets professionals stream and share immersive 3D content rendered on cloud-based GPUs.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Why you'll need a VPN for the Vision Pro (and other XR headsets)
Gaming aside, what's the universal killer app for these novelty devices? The answer is exactly where a VPN comes in.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Will Vision Pro replace the iPhone? PhoneArena launches long-form video show
There's so much happening in our industry each day that we rarely allow ourselves to stop for a few moments and have the deep conversations about the tech products we're all so passionate about. And we figured: hey, now's the perfect time to create exactly such an opportunity with a brand new video series!
April 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 11th, 2024

Call Apple Vision Pro a flop at your own risk
Apple's newest device isn't setting the world on fire, but it's going to take a while to reach a verdict.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Google Confirms "AR Announcements" Coming At I/O In May As Android XR Reveal Expected
Google is expected to reveal more details about the Android XR platform it's working on for Samsung's upcoming headset.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Masters Of Light Defends The Galaxy In A New VR Hand-Tracking Adventure
Masters of Light, a hand-tracking action-adventure VR game, reaches Quest next month.
April 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Miniclip Acquires PowerWash Simulator VR Studio FuturLab
PowerWash Simulator VR studio FuturLab has been acquired by the Miniclip Group.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Nope Challenge Gamifies Facing Your Phobias In VR On Quest
Nope Challenge gamifies facing your fears while giving you an escape on Quest soon.
April 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Township Tale' Studio Reveals Glimpse of Next Project, a "dark fantasy VR game"
Studio Alta, the developer behind open-world RPG A Township Tale (2021), announced it has a new title in the works, this time focusing on a "dark fantasy game" exclusive to VR headsets.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

Toy Monsters Brings MR Tower Defence To Quest Today
Toy Monsters, a Plants vs Zombies-inspired tower defence game in mixed reality, hits the main Quest Store today.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

These Meta Quest games are channeling Wii Sports in the best way
Easy-to-learn, hard-to-master games are the best.
April 11th, 2024 — Source

VR Skater Gets A Standalone Version On Quest & Pico
VR Skater: SL offers a standalone version of the skateboarding sim, and it's available now on Quest and Pico.
April 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 10th, 2024

Apple @ Work: Do your Macs need malware protection at work?
Apple @ Work is brought to you by Kolide by 1Password, the device trust solution that ensures that if a device isn't secure, it can't access your apps. Close the Zero Trust access gap for Okta.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

Dyson's clever new AR tool ensures you never miss a spot when vacuuming
Compatible with the latest Dyson vacuums, the CleanTrace app leverages your smartphone sensors for more efficient cleaning.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

How To Install visionOS 1.1.2 on Your Apple Vision Pro
Unsurprisingly, the tech community is divided on the Apple Vision Pro. Some believe it's an innovative device that can shape the future, while others think it's just another gimmick. Regardless of your opinions, it's no secret that the first visionOS versions were buggy. The good news, however, is that Apple quickly addresses these issues.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

Riven's Remake Is Bringing Back The Original Creative Team
Riven's VR remake reunites the original creative team, with Cyan Worlds co-founder Robyn Miller returning as the soundtrack composer.
April 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Survey shows a spike in the use of VR devices by teens in the US
A Gen Z survey report published today reveals that the use of VR devices has grown among teenagers in the US. The survey further revealed that at least 33% of teens in the US own VR devices, of which 13% use them at least once a week.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

The Supercut Vision Pro app provides Netflix and Prime Video
Apple forayed into the world of mixed reality when it announced the Vision Pro last year. One of the best experiences of the Apple Vision Pro headset is watching videos. However, two of the popular streaming platforms including Netflix and Amazon Prime don't even provide dedicated apps for it. However, an Australian developer has released a Supercut Netflix Vision Pro app to let you enjoy the content of these platforms.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

These incredible X-ray scans show off Vision Pro's brilliant complexity
We already knew Apple Vision Pro was more cutting-edge than the Meta Quest 3, but these imges are still a sight to behold.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

TSMC's Next-Generation Chip Technology for Apple Silicon on Schedule
Apple chipmaker TSMC is making progress toward manufacturing 2nm and 1.4nm chips that are likely destined for future generations of Apple silicon, DigiTimes reports.
April 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 5th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro could bring back the heyday of couch co-op games — is this the best use case for the mixed-reality headset yet?
PLUS! Some players have managed to play Call of Duty on Apple Vision Pro together and we have spotted the best GameBoy cartridge player for Mac.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro owners now have more decent controller options
Various models by 8bitdo are compatible with the headset.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Best Apple Vision Pro apps
What does Apple Vision Pro actually do? Thanks to these visionOS app developers, the answer is a lot. While it's not a comprehensive list of every visionOS app, these are some of the many experiences possible on Apple Vision Pro!
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Complete guide to Vision Pro streaming: When to use Apple TV, Safari, and apps
Streaming services are a mess on visionOS at launch, but you can fix that by knowing when to use which apps.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Homeworld VR space adventure launching this year on Meta Quest
The beloved Homeworld series is expanding into new territories with 'Homeworld: Vast Reaches,' a game designed for Virtual Reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR) environments. Set to launch in 2024, this title is a collaborative effort between FarBridge and Gearbox Entertainment, aiming to bring a fresh, immersive experience to the Meta Quest 2 and the anticipated Meta Quest 3 headsets.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

How to make an Augmented Virtuality app for Quest in Unity
A few days ago I posted this video on my social media channels where I poured some biscuits from a real-world biscuit box into my VR kitchen to have some breakfast:
April 5th, 2024 — Source

The best VR headsets for 2024
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro is Hands-down the Best Movie Experience You Can Have on a Plane
After an eight hour flight, I can say that Apple has largely nailed the Vision Pro use-case of movie watching on a plane. But a few key improvements stand to make it more widely appealing.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 4th, 2024

Fall Guys Inspired Sky Climb Reaches Main Quest Store Today
Fall Guys-inspired Sky Climb reaches the main Quest Store today, and a PSVR 2 release isn't far behind.
April 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Homeworld is coming to VR this year
FarBridge and Gearbox Entertainment have partnered to present Homeworld: Vast Reaches, a new instalment in the Homeworld franchise that reimagines strategic space combat for Virtual and Mixed Reality.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Niantic brings 8th Wall Metaversal Deployment support to Apple Vision Pro
Niantic announced this week that it's rolling out support for its 8th Wall Metaversal Deployment to the Apple Vision Pro spatial computer, allowing mixed reality app developers to deploy them more easily to the Vision Pro without having to do as much extra coding.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Silent Slayer Hands-On: Schell Games Builds Tension While Hunting Vampires
Silent Slayer may be a stationary game, designed to be played while sitting down, but that didn't stop me from breaking a sweat as I tried to end vampires in their sleep.
April 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Someone built an Apple Vision Pro using a box of scrap parts and it turned out better (and worse) than you might expect
An amazing and terrible achievement.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Swarm 2 Hands-On: A Roguelike Spider-Man With Guns
It's pretty easy to describe the Swarm series as Spider-Man with guns. But how exactly does Swarm 2 build on the original? Read on for our hands-on impressions.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Take Your Platforming to New Heights in the Gravity Defying 'Sky Climb,' Out Now on Meta Quest
Prepare to embark on an epic, colorful adventure through the clouds in Sky Climb, an all-new made-for-VR platformer out now on Meta Quest 2, 3, and Pro.
April 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ten years later, Facebook's Oculus acquisition hasn't changed the world as expected
Has Zuckerberg's promise of world-changing technology arrived?
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Unlocking the Magic of visionOS
Ever dreamed of building iOS apps that truly connect with users, pushing the boundaries of accessibility, immersion, and creativity? visionOS:Beyond the Basics is your next favorite course to make that dream a reality.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 2nd, 2024

Apple Releases First Beta of visionOS 1.2 to Developers
Apple today released the first beta of an upcoming visionOS 1.2 update to developers, allowing them to test new features ahead of the software seeing a public launch. The ‌visionOS‌ 1.2 beta comes a month after the release of visionOS 1.1.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple releases first betas for iOS 17.5, macOS 14.5, visionOS 1.2, and more
Miss living on beta? All aboard the iOS 17.5 beta train. After a few too many weeks with no developer beta, Apple has released the first iOS 17.5 beta for testing. The full list of beta releases today includes Apple's other platforms as well:
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple releases Spatial Personas betas for visionOS 1.1
Apple has released Spatial Personas within the Personas beta for all Vision Pro users running visionOS 1.1.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro's Persona feature gets collaborative
Much like the headset for which they were designed, Apple's Personas are very much a work in progress. The original version of the beta avatars were — is "nightmarish" too strong a word? A subsequent update has made them more palatable and truer to life, and Apple says it's continuing to work on the 3D captures.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Hands-on: Apple Upgrades Personas for True Face-to-face Chats on Vision Pro
Apple today released 'Spatial Personas' in public beta on Vision Pro. The newly upgraded avatar system can now bring people right into your room. We got an early look.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

How to take screenshots and record video on Vision Pro
The process is similar to taking screenshots and screen recordings on iPhone.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

I watched my favorite TV show on Apple Vision Pro and it was glorious, strange, and tiring
The future of television? I watched one of the best TV shows on Vision Pro, enjoying spectacular immersion and facing real discomforts.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Meta now requires users to verify their age to use its Quest VR headsets
During the congressional online safety hearing in January, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argued that mobile app store providers like Apple and Google should be the ones to implement parental controls for social media. Now, it appears Meta is using its Quest VR store to demonstrate how it thinks devices with app stores should approach online age verification.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

New iOS 18 leak hints at an Apple Vision Pro-inspired redesign for the iPhone as WWDC preview nears
Apple Vision Pro set the standard.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.04.02): Oculus's acquisition anniversary, Apple WWDC announcement, and more!
Easter has just gone by, and I hope that whether you celebrate it or not, you had a wonderful Sunday together with the people you love. I've personally enjoyed some time together with my relatives and also had a lot of good food (including a pistachio-flavored Easter cake).
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Viture One Lite Review: Immersive AX/AR Glasses For A Nearsighted Future
Viture is a relatively new name to the world of XR glasses and only arrived on the scene last year with the flagship Viture One. Beginning its journey from Kickstarter, which is no small achievement in itself, the upstart went right for the summit from the get-go.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 29th, 2024

Apple Releases Impressive Immersive Short of 2023 MLS Playoffs on Vision Pro
Apple this week released a brief highlight reel of the Major League Soccer 2023 playoffs as an Apple Immersive Video viewable by anyone with a Vision Pro. The impressive footage is a great demo for what sports could be like with immersive video, but there's a long way to go for it to become a real draw.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro FAQ: Price, features, hands-on insights, and everything you need to know
Is Apple's spatial computing headset worth the price? Can you try it before buying? ZDNET answers all your burning questions.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro gets Alto's Odyssey and additional titles through Apple Arcade
A total of three new games!
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Training Sessions For Retail Teams In France To Reportedly Kick Off Later This Year, As Potential Overseas Launch Picks Up Steam
Before its launch in the U.S., several Apple Vision Pro

training sessions were given to select retail outlet members. The idea was to better inform them on how to approach a potential buyer and make them interested enough to spend $3,499 and upwards on the company's mixed-reality headset.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

'Asgard's Wrath 2' Verges on All-Out Destruction in 'Pandemonium,' Its Fourth Cosmic Event
Loki is a menace and needs to be stopped. We can all agree on that. Unfortunately the cure is sometimes worse than the disease.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

I watched Apple's newest Immersive Video on the Vision Pro, and it was my 'aha' moment
Forget the productivity tools, games, and Personas. The Apple Vision Pro's killer app revolves around our favorite pastime: watching sports.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

New Apple Pencil-like patent hints at future Apple Vision Pro virtual pointer capability
Apple Pencil and Apple Vision Pro rumors continue.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

New Quest Store & App Lab Apps Won't Be Allowed To Support Quest 1 From May
New Quest Store and App Lab apps won't be allowed to support the original Oculus Quest after April 30.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

New VR Games & Releases April 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PSVR 2 & More
Want to learn more about new VR games in April 2024? Here are our monthly highlights.
March 29th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Pirate Queen interview: How Singer Studios and Lucy Liu brought forgotten history to life
The VR game is available on Meta Quest and PC VR now.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 28th, 2024

AAA gaming has a 3 Body Problem that only No Man's Sky can save
Generative AI is the key to creating truly open worlds for everyone.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple launches first ever Immersive Video sports film for Apple Vision Pro
Today, Apple is releasing its first ever sports film shot in Immersive Video format, which gives Apple Vision Pro users an engrossing 180-degree 3D video experience with Spatial Audio.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Augmented Reality Explained: The Basics and Beyond
This innovative technology is now being employed across a wide array of fields such as education, where it enhances learning experiences; entertainment, offering immersive experiences that were previously unimaginable; manufacturing, where it streamlines complex assembly processes; and healthcare, providing new methods for diagnosis and treatment.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Medieval Dynasty New Settlement Builds A Home On Quest
Medieval Dynasty New Settlement is a new VR survival game reaching Quest today.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Meta is adding AI to its Ray-Ban smart glasses next month
The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses can do things like identify objects, monuments, and animals, as well as translate text.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Horizon Workrooms Overhaul Will Simplify Meeting Setup But Remove A Key Feature
Workrooms is Meta's collaborative productivity app for Quest headsets. It lets you view your PC monitor inside VR and share your screen with teammates as Meta Avatars in a virtual meeting room. People who don't own a Quest can join via webcam through a web interface or paid Zoom plans.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

MLB Home Run Derby VR Swings Onto Main Quest Store Today
MLB Home Run Derby VR brings baseball to the main Quest Store today, three years after reaching App Lab.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

No Man's Sky Orbital Gets A Ship Editor & Overhauls Space Stations
No Man's Sky Orbital revamps space stations and introduces full ship customization.
March 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Meta Quest 3 is more powerful than we originally thought
We finally know how it compares to PC GPUs and consoles.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Tropico VR Lets You Become El Presidente Today On Quest
Tropico VR brings the city management and political sim to Quest today.
March 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Visioneers: Music technology with Geert Bevin (Animoog Galaxy, MIDI Widgets)
In this episode of Visioneers, Zac Hall of 9to5Mac sits down with Geert Bevin, the Director of Software Development at Moog Music, for an insightful conversation. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of music technology, focusing on Moog Music's latest creation, Animoog Galaxy for Apple Vision Pro.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

VR hype soars as Facebook buys Oculus | 10 Years Ago This Month
Sony and Facebook throw their wallets into the ring and virtual reality dominates the discussion at GDC 2014
March 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 27th, 2024

Anarchitects Hands-On: Creatively Chaotic VR Multiplayer Sandbox
Free-to-play VR/MR multiplayer sandbox Anarchitects has enjoyably chaotic potential. Read on for our full impressions.
March 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Can you use your Meta Quest in a moving car? Maybe - what to know before you try
Here's why passengers using VR headsets in cars is so challenging and how to overcome those issues (sort of) at your own risk.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Heavy Metal Rhythm Shooter 'Metal: Hellsinger' is Coming to Major VR Headsets This Year
Popular rhythm shooter Metal: Hellsinger (2022) is getting a VR version, bringing its frenetic action and metal-heavy soundtrack to all major VR headsets this year
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Oculus To Meta: 10 Years Of Mark Zuckerberg's Quest For VR
On March 25, 2014 the world learned Mark Zuckerberg purchased Oculus VR for over $2 billion.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

RAGER Demo Brings Rhythm Melee Combat To Quest App Lab
RAGER is a new melee combat VR rhythm game with a free demo on Quest App Lab.
March 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Three more Apple Arcade games coming to Apple Vision Pro including spatial Spire Blast
Apple Arcade brings high quality games to Apple Vision Pro on day one. Apple highlights that over 250 titles are available with 12 specifically designed for a spatial experience on visionOS. Apple Vision Pro will soon gain three more games through Arcade including Spire Blast in spatial.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Getting More Apple Arcade Games, Including Alto's Odyssey
Apple today announced that three more Apple Arcade games will be available on the Vision Pro headset starting this Thursday, March 28.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 25th, 2024

Apple Confirms Vision Pro is Launching in China This Year, Going Where Meta Can't
Since its February 2nd launch, Vision Pro has been a US-only device, which means it only supports the US keyboard layout and emoji. Now Apple has confirmed that the international launch of Vision Pro is coming this year, which critically includes a launch in mainland China.
March 25th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 Is Reportedly Coming This Year - Will It Bring 3D Spatial Personas?
visionOS 2.0 for Apple Vision Pro will release this year, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.
March 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 22nd, 2024

Apple Releases visionOS 1.1.1 With Bug Fixes For the Vision Pro Headset
Apple released a new version of visionOS for all owners of Apple Vision Pro devices, which is now downloadable. The headset will receive "important bug fixes and security updates" with visionOS 1.1.1. Apple recommends upgrading to the latest software for all users.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro is here: These are some of the most exciting indie apps and games
With the Vision Pro finally available, many consumers are curious about Apple's AR/VR headset and the apps that come with it. While some are from companies you recognize — Disney+, Max, TikTok, Zoom, Reddit and others — there are plenty of independent developers that launched visionOS-optimized apps.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Meta's latest AI breakthrough can automatically map your home
This could be a big game changer for AR and VR tech.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

These AMVR Quest 3 controller grips prove simple is best
After a shoddy first attempt, these simple grips prove to be the best.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 20th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro owners will curate their own Gucci collection using the fashion house's upcoming app
Like a fashion show on your head.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Return Policy: Everything You Need to Know
The Apple Vision Pro is one of the most remarkable VR devices ever made, but not everyone is thrilled with it. The device's high price tag means that many people purchase it and later experience buyer remorse. Additionally, the Vision Pro can't do as much as some people thought it could.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Job Simulator Devs Say They Feel 'Vindicated' By Apple Vision Pro's Approach To VR
While Apple Vision Pro validated much of what Meta (formerly Facebook) did in VR over the last decade, the headset also echoes work under Google's umbrella at Job Simulator development studio Owlchemy Labs
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Itching to try Vision Pro's Travel Mode? Here's what to expect before you go
From planes, trains, and automobiles - ships and subways, too - learn how to get the most out of Apple's headset - safely - while traveling.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

NVIDIA IGX Orin, Holoscan and Magic Leap 2 Developer Platform introduced by PNY
PNY Technologies has launched a new developer platform that integrates NVIDIA IGX Orin, NVIDIA Holoscan, and Magic Leap 2 technologies. This platform is designed to drive innovation in healthcare and other sectors by enabling the development of advanced solutions with a focus on augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI).
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Prop Hunt-style VR Multiplayer 'Mannequin' Brings Open Alpha to SideQuest
Fast Travel Games today broadened access to it open alpha for Mannequin, the upcoming asymmetrical multiplayer VR game on Quest 2/3/Pro, bringing access to all through SideQuest.
March 20th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

We need camera access to unleash the full potential of Mixed Reality
These days I'm carrying on some experiments with XR and other technologies. I had some wonderful ideas of Mixed Reality applications I would like to prototype, but most of them are impossible to do in this moment because of a decision that almost all VR/MR headset manufacturers have taken: preventing developers from accessing camera data.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 18th, 2024

Accessorize your Apple Vision Pro with these cases, clips, and more
When you dropped $3,500 for Apple's new spatial computing headset, you were just getting started.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

An avatar will never lie, or will it? Scientists investigate how often we change our minds in virtual environments
How confident are you in your judgments and how well can you defend your opinions? Chances are that they will change under the influence of a group of avatars in a virtual environment. Scientists from SWPS University have investigated the human tendency to be influenced by the opinions of others, including virtual characters.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Crazy XR devices that will blow away your mind -- Episode 1
This morning I was browsing the web to do research for one of my next articles, and I found a picture of that Japanese headset that people could use only by lying on a bed. My mind so started thinking about all the crazy XR devices that I saw in the almost ten years that I've been in the XR space: some of them were totally nonsense, while others were genius; some became products, others were just research; some of them I managed to try, others I did not.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

'Escape Simulator' is Bringing 8-player Co-op Escape Rooms to VR Next Month in Free Update
Pine Studios, the team behind the Escape Simulator franchise on PC, announced its bringing SteamVR headset support to the studio's hit title next month.
March 18th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

How Apple Vision Pro Gaming Differs From Meta Quest
Gaming with Apple Vision Pro is like playing in a strange new alternate universe.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

HTC is Giving Devs a Big Revenue Share Boost on Its VR Platform
HTC is sweetening the pot for VR developers selling content on its VIVEPORT VR storefront, on both PC VR and its standalone Vive XR Elite headset.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

[Industry Direct] Why We Think You'll Love Our New 4v4 VR Team Shooter 'Strike Rush'
Today, we are thrilled to unveil an exhilarating trailer for our upcoming VR game, Strike Rush.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Look through visionOS App Store when considering Apple AR headset
Apple made the visionOS App Store available for anyone to look through. The change will give anyone thinking about buying the Vision Pro AR headset a preview at what software is available.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

NVIDIA Omniverse Expands Worlds Using Apple Vision Pro
NVIDIA is bringing OpenUSD-based Omniverse enterprise digital twins to the Apple Vision Pro. Announced today at NVIDIA GTC, a new software framework built on Omniverse Cloud APIs, or application programming interfaces, lets developers easily send their Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) industrial scenes from their content creation applications to the NVIDIA Graphics Delivery Network (GDN), a global network of graphics-ready data centers that can stream advanced 3D experiences to Apple Vision Pro.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Pro Display XDR completes powerful MacBook Pro rig [Setups]
In the computer setup arms race over bigger and better external displays, one monitor reigns supreme (with a price tag to match) — Apple's phenomenal Pro Display XDR. Today's M3 Max MacBook Pro rig just added one to its two other displays, including the oddly square LG DualUp.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Sony Reportedly Pauses PSVR 2 Production Due to Low Sales
Sony has reportedly paused production of PSVR 2, as it looks to clear its backlog of inventory first before resuming.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

This AMVR Quest 3 face pad is the best way to get rid of foggy lenses
Sharing your Quest 3 doesn't have to be gross, thanks to this AMVR face pad
March 18th, 2024 — Source

This new Meta Quest 3 Lite leak looks wild
Could this be the final design of the Meta Quest 3s?
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Virtual reality better than video for evoking fear, spurring climate action: Study
Depicting worst-case climate scenarios like expanding deserts and dying coral reefs may better motivate people to support environmental policies when delivered via virtual reality, according to a research team led by Penn State that studied how VR and message framing affect the impact of environmental advocacy communications.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

XREAL glasses make AR gaming more approachable than ever
The company's plug-and-play AR glasses can be used with phones, computers, gaming handhelds, and more.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

XREAL just fixed one of the biggest flaws of its AR glasses with a tiny accessory
An upcoming dongle will let you charge your source device and use XREAL AR glasses at the same time.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

What Any VR Game Can Learn From the 'Electronauts' Interface -- Inside XR Design
Our series Inside XR Design examines specific examples of great XR design. Today we're looking at the interface of Electronauts to find out what makes it so excellently usable.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 15th, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: March 15, 2024 -- M4 MacBook Pro rumors, Apple AI acquisition
Apple acquires DarwinAI startup ahead of iOS 18's AI push -- 9to5Mac. Vision Pro used in surgery for the first time "to eliminate human error". Vision Pro helps surgeons plan and visualize operations with robot. Apple already working on new generation MacBook Pro with M4 chip.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Anarchitects Is A VR/MR Sandbox Inspired By Roblox & Garry's Mod
Inspired by Roblox and Garry's Mod, VR/MR sandbox game Anarchitects confirmed a release date on Quest App Lab.
March 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple gives users a new way to browse Vision Pro's App Store
Apple has launched a new way for people to browse the App Store for Apple Vision Pro. Starting today, the App Store for visionOS is now available on the web, including curated collections, stories, and more.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple writes off lawsuit that claimed Tim Cook defrauded investors for $490 million
Apple is moving on from a class action lawsuit that claimed CEO Tim Cook defrauded investors in 2019. The cost of doing business is just $490 million for Apple, according to a settlement that will have to be approved by the court.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Best Apple Vision Pro apps
What does Apple Vision Pro actually do? Thanks to these visionOS app developers, the answer is a lot. Even before Apple Vision Pro launched, we heard from developers making the first spatial experiences for visionOS. While it's not a comprehensive list of every visionOS app, these are some of the many experiences possible on Apple Vision Pro!
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Caviar's 18-Karat Gold Custom Apple Vision Pro Won't Start at $3,499
Caviar, a company known for making luxury variants of popular tech gadgets, intends to release a custom Apple Vision Pro plated with 18-karat gold next year that will inevitably set you back more than Apple's $3,499 starting price.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Ex-Apple software engineer convicted of threatening FBI agents
A former Apple software engineer was convicted of threatening FBI agents after he asked the agents to investigate the company.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Former Oculus head calls Apple Vision Pro an 'over-engineered devkit'
Vision Pro is Apple's mixed reality headset. Launched at prices starting at $3,499, Apple Vision Pro has been widely praised for its technologies, but at the same time criticized for its lack of apps and high price. To Hugo Barra, former vice president of Android and head of Oculus at Meta, Apple's headset is an "over-engineered devkit."
March 14th, 2024 — Source

How Do I Change Safari Background on a Mac?
Changing the background image is one of the easy ways to customize the browsing experience with Safari on your Mac. This guide will tell you how to change the Safari background on Mac and even sync it with the other Apple devices you use.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

How to edit PDF files on Mac for free
If you need to edit a PDF file but would rather not part with your hard earned cash and purchase a third-party app. If you are using an Apple Mac computer you'll be pleased to know that there are already integrated editing features within macOS that you can use for free.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

How to take advantage of Preview's form-filling helper in macOS
macOS added an option to try to identify fields in a PDF form so you can easily enter text or check boxes.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

M3 MacBook Pro versus Air: How they compare and buyer's guide
Apple's MacBook lineup was overhauled with the M3 MacBook Air models arriving in March 2024 and the latest MacBook Pro laptops coming with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips at the end of 2023. Join along for our in-depth look at MacBook Pro vs Air to see what's similar and different and a buyer's guide to help you make the best choice.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Starship Home Is The First Quest 3 Exclusive, Utilizing Its Full Mixed Reality Capabilities
Starship Home, a plant-filled mixed reality adventure, is the first announced Quest 3 exclusive game.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

'Starship Home' Turns Your Room into a Flying Alien Plant Sanctuary, Coming to Quest 3 This Year
VR studio and label Creature announced Starship Home, a plant-filled mixed reality adventure that turns your living room into a spacecraft on a mission to save alien flora.
March 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Think the Apple Vision Pro is expensive? Wait until you see Caviar's new 18-karat gold version of the spatial computer
Even Caviar can't bring itself to tell us how much it will be
March 14th, 2024 — Source

TipTop one-ups Apple Trade In with new unified buy/sell feature
TipTop, an instant trade-in service launched by the founder of Postmates, is one-upping Apple's own trade-in service with a new unified trade-in and buying feature. Most notably, unlike other trade-in services, it also works across multiple brands.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

When Is Apple Vision Pro Coming Out in the UK and Elsewhere?
Now that Apple's Vision Pro spatial computing headset has launched in the United States, when will it become available to buy in other countries?
March 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 14th, 2024

9 ways Apple can improve Vision Pro right now
There's a lot that can be done to make Apple Vision Pro better long before the next hardware revision.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Additional Languages Found in Vision Pro Suggest It May Launch Where Meta Can't
Since its February 2nd launch, Vision Pro has been a US-only device, which means it only supports the US keyboard layout and emoji. According to code found by MacRumors, Apple may be soon preparing for Vision Pro's much-awaited international launch, as 12 new languages are about to be added, one of which is simplified Chinese.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

After Building One of VR's Most Successful Games, 'Beat Saber' Founder Plans to Take a Break from VR
Jan 'Split' Ilavsky, founder of Beat Games and creator behind VR's favorite block-slashing rhythm game Beat Saber (2018), left the studio late last month, stepping down from his position as the game's Creative Director. Now, Ilavsky tells Road to VR he's taking an extended break from VR altogether.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is 'Over-Engineered Devkit,' Says Former Oculus Head
Apple's first-generation Vision Pro headset is an "over-engineered devkit" that ships with more sensors than is necessary to deliver Apple's intended experience. That's according to Hugo Barra, former VP of Android and head of Meta's phased-out Oculus headset brand.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro may be coming to more countries soon
The hints are in visionOS.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro To Add Support For 12 Languages, Hinting That It May Launch In Other Countries To Obtain Global Momentum
The Apple Vision Pro is currently available for U.S. customers only, and it is clear that the mixed-reality headset will not achieve any ambitious goals for the company if it continues to be limited to just one market.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro serves as 'surgical logistics and organization tool' during surgeries
The Apple Vision Pro spatial computer has been put into use in a U.K. operating room by a surgical team. It served as a "surgical logistics and organization tool" using eXeX software during a pair of microsurgical spine procedures performed at Cromwell Hospital, the software's developer, eXeX, announced Tuesday.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Will Soon Be Available in These Countries
Apple's Vision Pro headset has been available for purchase in the United States since February 2, and it is now looking as though it could come to some other countries soon. Noted by MacRumors, Apple is working on adding new languages to the headset's virtual keyboard, which teases the headset launching in the countries that speak the respected added languages.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's Name May Still Face Trademark Issues in China
The Apple's Vision Pro headset may still face trademark issues with Huawei when the company launches it in China.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro Trademark Headache in China Isn't Going Anywhere
Apple's first mixed-reality headset has been out for a while now. Soon after its US-only release, the Vision Pro set the sales chart on fire. And the Cupertino giant is gearing up to make the device available in more countries.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Big Shots Brings Co-Op Mech Roguelite Action To VR This April
VR mech roguelite Big Shots brings cross-platform co-op to Steam, PSVR 2 and Quest next month.
March 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Breathedge: Cosmic Cluck Hands-On — Space Survival With A Clucking Chicken
In Breathedge: Cosmic Cluck, HypeTrain Digital has you taking on the role of "The Man" who, while carrying his grandpa's ashes to a galactic funeral, suddenly finds himself in the middle of a universal conspiracy. To make matters even more bizarre, your only companion through all of this is a wise-cracking immortal chicken.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Even the new Quest Link software can't save PCVR for me
I wish it would work for me, but it just doesn't.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Hands-On: Tin Hearts Remains An Enjoyable Take On VR Lemmings
Tin Hearts returns to new VR headsets after five years, but how does the PSVR 2 edition hold up? Here are our full demo impressions from EGX 2023.
March 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Moon Player' Unlocks YouTube's Immersive Video Library on Vision Pro
YouTube has a ton of videos created for immersive viewing, but without an official YouTube app on Vision Pro, it's a bit of a song and dance to get them to play. Moon Player however launched a Vision Pro app that, with significantly less hassle, not only unlocks YouTube's library of VR video, but lets you play basically any video format regardless of origin. Yes. Even those.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Raining Men: 'HUMANITY' Flows Onto Meta Quest Headsets Today
HUMANITY flows like a colorful river through a gray land. In their hundreds and thousands, the people stream up and down ramps, through narrow corridors and across wide-open expanses, searching for salvation. Their guide? A dog, suffused with light and granted the power to push this unceasing tide in the right direction.
March 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Vision Pro is probably coming to more countries soon — but don't read international keyboard code like tea leaves
More keyboard languages, finally.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Virtual Desktop Can Now Use Quest 3's Inside-Out Body Tracking To Emulate Worn Vive Trackers
Virtual Desktop's latest update lets you use Quest 3's Inside-Out Body Tracking and Generative Legs to emulate worn Vive Trackers for SteamVR body tracking.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Why "Embodiment" is More Important Than "Immersion" -- Inside XR Design
Our series Inside XR Design examines specific examples of great XR design. Today we're looking at the game Synapse and exploring the concept of embodiment and what makes it important to VR games.
March 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — March 11th, 2024

Apple Pitches Vision Pro as Healthcare Solution
Apple today highlighted the Vision Pro's ability to aid the healthcare industry, showcasing a wide range of apps now available on the visionOS App Store.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Apple touts robust new Vision Pro health and wellness apps
Powerful new health and wellness apps take advantage of visionOS's "infinite canvas" to use spatial experiences to improve patient outcomes in clinical settings and at home, Apple said Monday. It seems that Vision Pro health apps are changing medical care.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is going to make knee replacement surgery easier and safer for healthcare professionals
A knee-slapping new mixed reality app.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Meta is Killing off Virtual Pet 'Bogo' & 'Dead and Buried' Series This Week
Announced late last year, Meta is shutting down three of its exclusive titles this week, including VR shooters Dead and Buried (2016) and Dead and Buried II (2019), and virtual pet simulator Bogo (2019), making it your last chance to say goodbye.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Pico 4S Trademarked As New Controller Icons Found In Pico Software
ByteDance has trademarked Pico 4S, and icons depicting its controllers were found in the Pico software.
March 11th, 2024 — Source or Source

Vision Pro helps surgeons plan and visualize operations carried out with a surgical robot
Vision Pro is being used for a wide range of applications in the field of health and medicine, with Apple highlighting an app which helps surgeons plan and visualize operations which are carried out with the help of a surgical robot.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

VR's Favorite Mini Golf Game is Getting a 'Wallace & Gromit' Course This Summer
Mighty Coconut, developer of indie VR hit Walkabout Mini Golf (2020), announced it's partnering with Wallace & Gromit creators Aardman to bring a course inspired by the very same British boffin and canine pair.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Zuck insists Quest 3 is also a computer and not just for games in latest Vision Pro criticism
Shortly after Vision Pro was released last month, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took to Threads to offer his "review" of the product. At the time, Zuckerberg concluded that not only is the Meta Quest 3 a better value than Vision Pro, it's also the better product.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Zuckerberg dunks on Apple Vision Pro again, and I don't think he gets this headset
Zuck says Vision Pro sucks.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 8th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro Alternatives: 5 Affordable VR Headsets in 2024
Apple's Vision Pro is getting a lot of attention, thanks in part to its unique features that change the way people think about VR. However, its high price tag puts it out of reach for the majority of consumers. Apple may release an affordable version of the Vision Pro in the future, but in the meantime, here are some alternatives that are within reach of the average buyer.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Apple's New XR Stylus Patent Could Describe Vision Pro's First Controller
Vision Pro doesn't support motion controllers, however Apple published a new patent last month that describes an Apple Pencil-like device which could point the way for the company's first Vision Pro-supported controller.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

How to take even better Meta Quest 3 screenshots and recordings
Discover how your Quest headset can capture mesmerizing screenshots and screen recordings -- with quality surpassing the $3,500 Vision Pro -- to bring virtual worlds to life.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

New Vision Pro Update Adds Key Enterprise Features & Improved Personas
This week Apple released its first significant update for Vision Pro, visionOS 1.1, bringing key enterprise features like the ability to enroll and configure headsets at scale, visual improvements for Personas, and more.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Samsung Anticipates 2027-2028 Entry into Micro OLED AR/VR Market
Choi Joo-sun, CEO of Samsung Display, spoke to journalists post-conclusion of a March 6 lecture at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). A Chosun Daily Business reporter pulled some quotes regarding Samsung's outlook for new generation micro OLED technologies.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

The Apple Vision Pro is "genuinely the first headset I can say I've used almost every day" — a developer working on PCVR mode for Apple's spatial headset tells us what makes it so special
PLUS! Apple and Epic's public fallout may cost Apple gamers worldwide.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Tiny Archers Takes Aim Next Month On Quest, Pico & PC VR, With Smart Bow Accessory Support
Tiny Archers, an early access VR fantasy tower defense game, received a major update before its full release next month.
March 8th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — March 6th, 2024

Headspace brings meditation to Meta Quest
Mindfulness and meditation apps have tremendous potential in the world of extended reality. The full immersion created by headsets like the Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro offer great potential to kickstart such practices, which are notoriously difficult to both begin and maintain.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Headspace Launches Social VR Mindfulness App on Quest That's More Than Just Meditation
Headspace, the company behind the sleep and meditation mobile app, announced the release of Headspace XR, which combines social VR connection and a number of mindfulness techniques that aims to combat loneliness, anxiety and depression.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Headspace XR Adapts The Mental Health App For Quest
Previously announced during Connect 2023, Headspace XR describes itself as a "playground for your mind." Available with both hand-tracking and Touch controller support, this includes immersive guided meditations for reducing stress, mood-boosting exercises that aim to release tension and games designed to "build mindfulness skills you can take back to the real world."
March 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Headspace XR made me forget how much I hate meditation tech
I've never been one for staring at abstract graphics while breathing, but Headspace may be onto something with its first VR app.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

OPINION: These XREAL holographic glasses are amazing.
XREAL would be even more amazing with a Windows Mixed Reality partnership.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Explains Why Quest Headsets Stopped Working, Vows To Make Them "More Resilient"
Meta's VP of VR explained why Quest headsets were unusable for an hour yesterday, and vowed to make them "more resilient" to issues like this in future.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

MLB Home Run Derby VR Scores A Quest Store Release Date
MLB Home Run Derby VR brings baseball to the main Quest Store this month, nearly three years after reaching App Lab.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

New Update Adds 'Lying Down Mode' to Quest 2 & Quest Pro, 'Quest Cash' Parental Payments
Meta announced it's starting to roll out its v63 software update for Quest, which includes two new features: a new parent-controlled payment method for Quest content purchases and the ability to use Quest 2 and Quest Pro while lying down.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Prediction: The Vision Pro isn't Apple's ace in the hole for 2024; Siri is about to evolve BIG time (with generative AI)
It's March, yet there's no Apple March event unlike usual. Is Apple so focused on its Vision Pro headset, that most of its other products are suffering for it?
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Sony's Upcoming MR Headset Could Point the Way for Controllers on Vision Pro
Vision Pro doesn't have controllers, but it's clear Apple will need to support immersive hardware input somehow in the future, if only for the greater precision it might bring to industry professionals. Sony has a pretty interesting take on how to serve up 'pro' style controllers in its recently revealed enterprise-focused standalone, which could point the way forward for Vision Pro.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

The Best Vision Pro Accessories & Why You'll Want Them
Vision Pro launched on February 2nd with a solid count of first-party accessories and in-box items. If you're shelling out at least $3,500 for the thing, you might as well protect it from scratches and dust, and kit it out with everything under the sun while you're at it.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Thief Simulator VR Gets Free Introductory Chapter On Quest
Thief Simulator VR received a free prologue chapter on Quest.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 4th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro tricks: How to take perfect screenshots and recordings (and avoid weirdness)
Explore the unique quirks of taking screenshots on Apple's headset. From clarity adjustments based on eye tracking to unexpected image tilts, we look at it all.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Arcade Management Sim 'Arcade Paradise VR' Coming to Quest This Spring, Trailer Here
Publisher Wired Productions and indie developer Nosebleed Interactive announced that Arcade Paradise VR, the VR port to the popular arcade management sim, is set to release on Quest this Spring.
March 4th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Bigscreen Beyond & Varjo Aero Now Show On The Steam Hardware Survey
Bigscreen Beyond and Varjo Aero now show on the Steam Hardware Survey, giving an indication of their ownership and usage.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Heads on: Apple's Vision Pro delivers a glimpse of the future
Yes, the cutting-edge headset is a stunning entertainment device. But beyond that, it clearly shows promise for the business world as well.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

I worked exclusively in Vision Pro for a week—here's how it went
The biggest problem is meetings, as Personas are a bit of a letdown.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Meta is Deleting All Old Oculus Accounts by Month's End, Severing Another Tie to "the good old days"
Meta announced it's finally closing the door on Oculus accounts by the end of the month, which means all users with old Oculus IDs will either need to migrate to a Meta account or lose access to purchased content, achievements, friends list, and more.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Meta CTO: Android XR Rejected Due to Google's "restrictive" Terms & Plans to Fragment XR
A report from The Information last week alleged Meta and Google held talks in effort to bring Android XR to Quest. Meta CTO Andrew 'Boz' Bosworth has now confirmed this report, stating further that not only were Google's terms too restrictive, but Google is actively planning to fragment the ecosystem with its Android-based XR operating system.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Accounts That Haven't Been Migrated To Meta Accounts Will Be Deleted On March 29
Anyone still using a legacy Oculus account will need to migrate it to a Meta account by the end of the month.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

The Oniri Forest Tech Demo Showcases "Hyper-Realistic" Graphics On Quest Standalone
The Oniri Forest aims to deliver a "hyper-realistic" VR environment that runs directly on Quest.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

WSJ's Joanna Stern says she would not buy Vision Pro
The Wall Street Journal's Joanna Stern says that after a month of using Apple's new spatial computer, she's found herself using it less and less -- and would not buy Vision Pro personally.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — March 1st, 2024

Canon execs: No currently available camera is high-res enough for Apple Vision Pro
It will take a serious camera to make top-tier immersive content for Apple's Vision Pro which features some of the highest resolution screens ever made. Executives from camera-maker Canon see this as an opportunity.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Groom Wears An Apple Vision Pro At His Wedding And His Wife's Face Says It All
It appears as though the Apple Vision Pro has become a media darling. If the news of product returns or cracking headsets were not entertaining enough, depictions of how users are interacting with the device surely won't disappoint. This one takes the cake, though.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Meta Reportedly Rejected Google Partnership to Bring Android XR to Quest
According to a report from The Information, Google and Meta held a meeting late last year wherein the two companies discussed the possibility of bringing Android XR to Meta headsets. While it's said Meta rejected the partnership, which would potentially allow Quest headsets to run standard Android apps, Google is allegedly still open to the idea.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

New Vision Pro App Brings Faster Typing by Using the iPhone in Your Pocket
Even with great hand-tracking, writing anything more than a quick search on Vision Pro's virtual floating keyboard leaves something to be desired since you're basically back at the 'hunt and peck' stage of typing. You can opt to use a Bluetooth keyboard, or voice-to-text input, but did you know you can also use the iPhone right in your pocket?
March 1st, 2024 — Source

One of VR's Most Sucessful Studios is Building Two Brand New Games
Cloudhead Games is one of VR's most senior and most successful studios. Having not launched a new game since Pistol Whip in 2019, the studio tells Road to VR that two brand new VR games are in development.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Trends and predictions for XR in 2024
We are at the beginning of March and I just realized that I haven't written yet a post with my predictions for augmented and virtual reality for this year. So (a bit late) here you are a list of some of the most relevant XR trends to follow in 2024, with some predictions of what to expect next.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Portable Chargers and Battery Packs: What You Need To Know
If you own an Apple Vision Pro and use it away from your Mac, you should consider getting third-party portable chargers to extend your runtime. With added battery packs, you can use your Apple headset for several hours while staying mobile. You can also top up your Vision Pro more quickly with a higher-capacity power adapter.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

VR Battle Royale Contractors Showdown Open Beta Now Live
VR battle royale shooter Contractors Showdown's open beta is now live on Quest & Steam.
March 1st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR's Next Big Battle Royale Shooter Goes into Open Beta Today, Trailer Here
Caveman Studio, the developers behind team-based shooter Contractors (2018), today released the open beta of Contractors Showdown, its upcoming battle royale game for Quest and SteamVR headsets.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 28th, 2024

Apple is selling Vision Pro all wrong
Apple biggest advantage is its network of stores, but the experience is lacking.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple products, including Vision Pro, still available in Russia despite company's export ban
Apple products, including the new Vision Pro headset, are readily available in Russian stores despite the company's ban on exporting products to the country following the start of the Ukraine invasion.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Could Be Coming to More Countries Before June
The Apple Vision Pro launched in the United States on February 2, but it could soon be coming to other countries. This latest rumor comes from well-reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who recently mentioned that the headset is on target for launch in other markets before the Apple WWDC conference in June.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Shipments May Reach Up To 800,000 Units In 2024, New Low-Cost Version Not Expected Before Q4 2025 At The Earliest
Earlier, the Apple Vision Pro was estimated by Ming-Chi Kuo to ship around 500,000 units. However, after its inception, the TF International Securities analyst has revised his previous figure, now believing that the AR headset could ship between 700,000 and 800,000 units.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Successor Reportedly Set For Mass Production In Late 2025 Or Early 2026
A prominent supply chain analyst claims mass production of the successor to Apple Vision Pro will begin in late 2025 or early 2026.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Don't expect Vision Pro 2 or Vision Air before 2027
Vision Pro may be Apple's only AR headset until 2027. The company has yet to start work on Vision Pro 2 or Vision Air, according to a trusted analyst.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

How repairable is the Apple Vision Pro?
In the realm of cutting-edge technology, the Apple Vision Pro has captured the attention of enthusiasts and skeptics alike. This mixed reality headset, with its sleek design and advanced features, poses an intriguing question: How repairable is it? If you're someone who likes to get under the hood of your gadgets, this exploration might shed some light on what you can expect from Apple's latest marvel.
February 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

How to connect two or more external displays to an M1, M2 or M3 MacBook
Get around Apple's annoying M1/M2/M3 Mac single-display limitation via software and adapters
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Apple Vision Pro on Track to Launch in More Countries Before WWDC in June
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today reiterated his belief that the Apple Vision Pro will launch in additional countries before Apple's annual developers conference WWDC in June. The headset first launched in the U.S. earlier this month.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Apple Vision Pro Unlikely to Receive Major Upgrades Until 2027
It may take several years for the Vision Pro headset to receive major hardware upgrades, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Meta & LG Officially Confirm Partnership, Including "Next-Gen XR Device Development"
LG just officially announced an XR "strategic collaboration" with Meta.
February 28th, 2024 — Source or Source

Meta Quest+ Subscription Adds 'Games Catalog' With Demeo, Walkabout & More
The Meta Quest+ subscription service is introducing a new "games catalog" from Friday with Demeo, Walkabout Mini Golf, Onward, and more.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Qualcomm Rumored To Use Both 3nm, 4nm Nodes For Its New Mixed-Reality Chipsets To Take On The Apple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro features the chipset pairing of the M2 and R1, both of which have been mass produced on TSMC's 4nm process. Qualcomm may obtain a lead against this hardware, as according to the latest rumor, the chipset maker will utilize both the 3nm and 4nm technologies to design its upcoming silicon range that is tailor-made for mixed-reality headsets.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

The Vision Pro isn't destroying your eyes, but maybe get some eye drops
Screens ruining your vision is a myth, but dry eye and digital eye strain are common side effects of using VR headsets.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro demand higher than expected; returns down to 1% -- Kuo
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that Vision Pro demand is higher than Apple originally expected, with US shipments expected to hit 200-250k units this year.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Demand Is Higher Than Apple Expected, Returns Dropped to 1%
According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the demand for the Vision Pro is more than what Apple originally expected. Apple's original sales estimate was 150,000--200,000 units. However, the company has reportedly sold more than 200,000 units, with US shipments expected to hit 250,000 units by the end of this year.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro returns aren't as bad as we feared
Very few Vision Pro units are being returned to Apple, according to TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. He pegs the Vision Pro return rate at less than 1%, which flies in the face of previous reports that many of the headsets bought by early adopters would wind up in the refurbished bins.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

XR Insiders Reflect on Apple Vision Pro Development and Industry Impact
The Voices of VR Podcast never misses an opportunity to document the ongoing history of the XR space. With Vision Pro now in the hands of many, host Kent Bye recently interviewed two XR insiders that have been part of the industry for more than a decade each.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 27th, 2024

New HTC VIVE XR Elite Business Edition VR headset package unveiled
HTC VIVE has introduced a new business VR headset specifically designed for enterprises that are looking to incorporate virtual reality (VR) into their operations. The VIVE XR Elite Business Edition is a comprehensive solution that meets the growing need for VR in professional environments. This innovative package offers a range of tools and features that are poised to change the way businesses interact with VR technology.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Oppo's AR glasses really look like regular glasses
Like Google Glass, but...better?
February 27th, 2024 — Source

This Mac, iPad and iPhone app makes storing and reading sheet music simple
forScore is a must-have for musicians.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro rental by the hour or day, ahead of launch in China
Just one of these rental outlets says that it has had more than 10,000 customers since the service launched, just a couple of days after the device first went on sale ...
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro versus Meta Quest 3: Does Apple really have the best headset?
At a fraction of the price, Quest 3 can do a lot of what Vision Pro does...or can it?
February 27th, 2024 — Source

What is Apple's Vision Pro? Price, features, hands-on insights, and everything you need to know
Is Apple's spatial computing headset worth the price? Can you try it before buying? ZDNET answers all your burning questions.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 26th, 2024

Apple Arcade criticized by developers for falling payouts, cancelled projects
Apple Arcade is being criticized by developers for lack of transparency around payments, falling payouts, and cancelled projects.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Apple Arcade's future: Kids win, but devs fear 'smell of death'
Apple Arcade now focuses so heavily on family-friendly titles from well-known franchises that some indie game developers feel abandoned, according to a new report. Some even predict doom — or at least creative stagnation — lies in Apple Arcade's future if things don't change.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Apple blocking web apps in Europe looks set to lead to antitrust investigation
We first spotted signs of Apple blocking web apps in iOS 17.4 within Europe, a move which was later confirmed and explained by the company.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Apple running 'technology investigation' ahead of potential smart glasses launch
Product in exploratory phase of development could cater to mainstream consumers put off by Vision Pro's price.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Apple to Release Immersive Video Content of 2023 MLS Playoffs on Vision Pro
Apple announced that its Major League Soccer Season Pass (through Apple TV) will include new immersive video content covering the 2023 playoffs.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro 'bill of materials' starts at $1,542
Apple's Vision Pro spatial computer starts at $3,499 because it includes a slew of state-of-the-art one-of-a-kind parts. Research firm Omdia pegs the "bill of materials" for the device starting at $1,542.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's components cost $1,542—but that's not the full story
The OLED displays account for more than a third of the component costs.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Blair Witch VR 'Mistakenly Deactivated' On Quest But Returns Soon
The Blair Witch VR will be relisted soon on Quest after being "mistakenly deactivated."
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Does Apple Arcade have a 'smell of death' surrounding it?
Some game developers seem to be dissatisfied with Apple Arcade and claim to have concerns about the subscription gaming service's future.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Dusk is an elegant app for using X/Twitter on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro still lacks many popular apps, and X (or Twitter, as you prefer) is one of them. While there's no sign of an official visionOS app coming soon, an independent developer has created "Dusk" -- an alternative X/Twitter client that lets Vision Pro users access the social network in an elegant way.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Here's How Much It Costs Apple to Make a Vision Pro Headset
Starting at $3,500, Apple's Vision Pro price puts it at the top-end of the AR/VR headset market, but a significant portion of the cost is down to the device's premium "bill of materials," which is thought to come in at just over $1,500.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Here's How Much It Costs Apple to Manufacture the Vision Pro
While Apple's $3,499 headset isn't for everyone, the sales numbers show that the Vision Pro is doing pretty well. The reason behind the company's first AR/VR headset success is probably the display, which lets you see the user's eyes through the device. This nifty feature also sets the Vision Pro apart from its competition, such as Meta Quest 3.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Honkai Impact 3rd Part 2 Releases This Week, Taking You To Mars
Teenagers from Mars
February 26th, 2024 — Source

How much does it cost Apple to make a Vision Pro headset?
Don't bother trying to calculate
February 26th, 2024 — Source or Source

How to control volume with your Apple TV remote
You can set up your Apple TV to control volume on a separate sound system, like a sound bar. It may not work out of the box, but poking around in Settings, you can use the convenient volume buttons built into the Siri Remote.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

How to Download and Install Microsoft 365 Apps on Mac, iPad or iPhone
Microsoft 365 is a service offering a myriad of different apps. Learn how to download and install the apps on each of your Apple devices.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

How to order Apple Vision Pro: Tips, tricks, and my secret to a good face scan
For a hassle-free headset purchase, read my step-by-step buying advice before you start - especially if you order online or wear glasses.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

How to Recover Unsaved Word Documents on Mac with AutoRecovery
While you should get in the habit of frequently saving your documents as you work in them, including in Microsoft Word, things don't always go as planned. Many modern Mac apps will automatically save progress as you work in them, and Microsoft Word is one of them.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

HTC boss welcomes Apple VR competition
The boss of consumer electronics firm HTC on Monday welcomed Apple's launch of its own a mixed reality headset, saying it will help the technology take off and become mainstream.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

iOS 17: Fix Share Location Unavailable on iPhone
Don't ignore the "Share My Location Unavailable" error if it pops up on your iPhone. Location Sharing is a safety feature that lets you and your loved ones request assistance fast during emergencies. I keep it enabled 24/7 for this reason.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

M3 MacBook Pro supercharges trader's rig [Setups]
What kind of performance boost do you get when you go from an M1 MacBook Air to an M3 Pro MacBook Pro? A pretty big one, if today's MacBook Pro setup from an investor is any indication. They made sure to purchase a model with plenty of unified memory — 36GB — to ensure no number of open tabs would slow them down too much.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

MagSafe Monday: UGREEN Nexode delivers the perfect MagSafe and Mac laptop charging solution for a minimalist
There is no shortage of Thunderbolt docking hubs for Mac laptops to make it easy to connect multiple monitors and keep all your devices charged. At my desk, I like to keep a minimalist approach. I don't have a lot of accessories. I don't have multiple monitors.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta & LG's Rumored Vision Pro Competitor Set to Launch in Early 2025
According to a report from South Korean outlet The Korea Economic Daily (Korean), Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg will be in-country this week to finalize a deal with LG regarding a previously rumored competitor to Apple Vision Pro, which is reportedly set to be jointly built by the two companies for release in early 2025.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft offered to sell Bing to Apple when pitching default search deal
According to a recently unsealed post-trial brief from the U.S. Justice Department's antitrust case against Google, Microsoft, the world's most valuable company, offered to sell Bing to Apple in 2018, or form a joint venture related to the search engine when making its pitch to Apple to become Safari's default search engine.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

New 3-in-1 global charger eases battery woes worldwide
Journey's new 3-in-1 wall charger and power bank can ease battery anxiety for world travelers. The Axie 10,000mAh Global Charger and Power Bank comes with international plugs that work in 150 countries.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

One of the First Oculus Rift Games is Currently One of Vision Pro's Best
Proton Pulse, originally created for the Oculus Rift DK1 development kit in 2013, has been re-released on Apple Vision Pro this week. Practically untouched from its original head-tracked input scheme, the game marks a soft reset in XR game development as developers assess how to approach Vision Pro's lack of controllers.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Report: macOS redesign is coming, but not this year
Maybe Apple will fix the System Settings design.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Some Apple Vision Pro Headsets Are Cracking Up And Owners Aren't Laughing
Apple's Vision Pro headset is what some may consider a polarizing product. There has been a slew of chatter concerning users returning these pricey headsets for a myriad of reasons. Some users found the device too heavy, with comfort being an issue. Other users did not think the device is quite ready for prime-time with its hefty $3,499 MSRP.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

The European Commission forced Apple to discontinue web apps in EU
As Apple prepares to comply with the Digital Markets Act, the company is turning off the ability to use web apps right from the iPhone's Home Screen in the European Union.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro costs Apple less than half to make the headset than what it charges customers to buy it
Apple Vision Pro is the hottest tech product in the world at the moment, and it comes with a pretty hefty $3,499 starting price tag. According to new research from Omdia, the mixed-reality headset costs roughly $1,500 to produce — that's less than half the total cost.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

What to expect at Apple's Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Apple will host the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on February 28, 2024 at 9:00 am P.T. in a virtual format. Apple's proxy contains eight proposals. Three are from management, asking investors to elect Apple's directors, to ratify its accounting firm appointment, and to approve executive compensation.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 25th, 2024

Between Realities VR Podcast ft GamertagVR
In this week's episode of the Between Realities VR Podcast, Alex and Skeeva host VR YouTuber Gamertag VR.
February 25th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

LG-Made Quest Pro 2 Will Reportedly Ship In The First Half Of 2025
A South Korean news outlet reports that a high-end XR headset from LG, made in partnership with Meta, will ship in the first half of next year.
February 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 23rd, 2024

Apple reveals new details about Spotify's business
This week, Financial Times reported the European Commission will issue its first-ever fine against Apple for allegedly breaking EU competition law in the streaming music market. The fine is expected to be around €500 million (US$539 million). Ahead of the expected fine, Apple has revealed new details about Spotify's business.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro versus Meta Quest 3: Breaking Down the Hype

February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Big lemming populations are important for far more than just predators
The number of lemmings (Lemmus lemmus) in the mountains can fluctuate sharply from one year to the next. Years when populations explode are called lemming years. These population explosions are important for many other species. More predators and birds of prey, for example, do better and often have more offspring than usual when there are plenty of lemmings around.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Developers Are Using Vision Pro And Quest 3 At The Same Time
Is Vision Pro the superior headset? For hand tracking developer Dennys Kuhnert, not really. For testing, however, he does wear the Apple headset as his under-layer and hold the Quest 3 up as his outer-layer.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Handful of Apple Vision Pro Units Develop Identical Crack in Cover Glass
A small number of Apple Vision Pro owners have claimed that their headsets developed a hairline crack down the middle of the front cover glass, despite having never been dropped or mishandled.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Handful of owners report spontaneous Vision Pro glass cracks
Apple Insider describes "multiple" reports, linking to three Reddit posts, two of which are by the same person with a photo of the same headset.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Headspace XR Adapts Mindfulness App For Quest This March
Headspace XR adapts the wellness and mindfulness app on Quest.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ladybug scents offer a more ecologically friendly way to protect crops
The use of pesticides, while beneficial for global food security, wreaks havoc on natural ecosystems and human health. To address this issue, Penn State researchers have turned to an unlikely enforcer to protect crops: the ladybug. The team, led by Sara Hermann in the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences, developed a novel pest management tool by leveraging the chemical ecology of predator-prey interactions between ladybugs and aphids.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Legendary Tales Review: Hard To Hate, Harder To Love
As a huge fan of Legendary Tales in Early Access, I've been eagerly awaiting its full release for several years now. My excitement bubbled over pretty quickly after the confirmation but now, having spent plenty of time with its final form, I'm deflated.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Male glass frogs that care for offspring found to have smaller testes
A small international team of animal behavior researchers has found that species of glass frogs whose males help care for offspring tend to have smaller testes than species whose males do not help care for offspring.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3 review: The VR headset most people should buy in 2024
The Meta Quest 3 brings meaningful hardware upgrades across the board, with notable software updates that have kept it more relevant than ever in 2024.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3 versus Apple Vision Pro: Which One Is Better, and for What?
There's a clear reason to get one and wait on the other.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta's New Demo Shows Players & Devs What Compelling MR Can Look Like
Meta now has three mixed reality headsets, but still not a ton of mixed reality content to go with it. To remedy that, the company worked with veteran XR studio Magnopus to release an open source Unity demo it hopes to showcase some of the most compelling things you can do in MR.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

No Man's Sky Kicks Off OMEGA Expedition With A Free Weekend
No Man's Sky gets a second free weekend for the new OMEGA Expedition.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

'Pixel Ripped' Studio Announces 'PAWBALL', a Free-to-Play VR Soccer Game with Cats
ARVORE, the studio behind the Pixel Ripped VR game franchise, announced it's currently developing a VR soccer game called PAWBALL, which aims to get you leaping around and scoring goals like only a feline can.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Small number of Apple Vision Pro units develop identical cover glass crack
A small number of Apple Vision Pro owners have discovered that their spatial computers developed a hairline crack down the middle of the front cover glass without having been dropped.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Some Apple Vision Pro units are cracking straight down the middle — early adopters take to Reddit to showcase the bizarre cosmetic damage
Straight down the middle.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source or Source

Some Apple Vision Pro users are already reporting cracked front glass
Even if you have Apple Care+, you may have to pay $300 to fix it.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Stilt Springs To Life On PSVR 2, Steam & Quest Soon
Stilt adds a spring to VR platforming's step, arriving next month on most major headsets.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Stranger Things VR Review: A Surreal Journey Into The Upside Down
Stranger Things VR offers pioneering studio Tender Claws the chance to adopt one of Netflix' beloved properties for VR. How do they do? Here's our review.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

The 256GB Quest 2 Is No Longer Available - Is 'Quest 3 Lite' Inbound?
The 256GB model of Quest 2 is either out of stock or completely delisted at Meta.com and almost all retailers.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Users Complain the $3499 Apple Vision Pro Front Glass is Already Cracking in a Specific Spot
Thanks to a detailed teardown and a durability test, we learned that Apple's shiny $3,499 AR/VR headset is fragile. This fragility is making many Vision Pro users visit the Genius Bar. Many users on Reddit are complaining of a clear-cut crack appearing on their Vision Pro cover glass.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro owners are reporting a mysterious crack in the front glass
Owners see the same vertical hairline crack over the nose bridge, but no one seems to know what's causing it.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

'Wanderer 2' Currently in Development, Promising Swashbuckling VR Pirate Adventure
Time-traveling VR adventure Wanderer (2022) is getting a remake, called Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate, although you might have missed at the end of the most recent trailer that developers Mighty Eyes just announced there's a sequel currently in development too.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 21st, 2024

10 Apple Vision Pro amazing features demonstrated -- Spatial video, photos and more
The Apple Vision Pro offers a groundbreaking array of features that redefine user interaction with technology, seamlessly blending the virtual and physical worlds. First, its spatial awareness capability is remarkable, allowing users to interact with their environment in intuitive ways; for example, seamlessly transitioning between work, cinema, and gaming setups within a physical space.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple turns to post-quantum cryptography to future-proof iMessage security in iOS 17.4
Apple announces 'most significant security update' ever for iMessage
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple debuts Apple Sports, a new app for sports fans
Apple Sports — an iPhone app that offers fans access to real-time scores, stats, and more — is now available to download in the App Store.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple fortifies iMessage to foil hackers of the future
An iMessage upgrade with post-quantum cryptography will make Apple's instant messaging platform ready to fend off future hackers. Today's encryption methods likely won't be able to stand up, which is why Apple is bringing in the cutting-edge protocol.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple is already defending iMessage against tomorrow's quantum computing attacks
The company claims your chats will soon be even more secure with the release of iOS 17.4.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple launching quantum computer protection for iMessage with iOS 17.4, here's what that means
Security is a never-ending mission and today Apple has announced its latest innovation for protecting iMessage. Already live in the iOS 17.4 beta is an innovative post-quantum cryptographic protocol called PQ3. The novel upgrade gives iMessage "the strongest security properties of any at-scale messaging protocol in the world." Here's why iMessage quantum security is important now and into the future, how PQ3 works, and more.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple readies iMessage for when quantum computers could break encryption
Apple announced today it is upgrading iMessage's security layer to post-quantum cryptography, starting in iOS and iPadOS 17.4, macOS 14.4 and watchOS 10.4.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple releases Sports app for iPhone, featuring real-time scores, stats and more
Apple today launched a new free app for the iPhone, called Apple Sports. As the name suggests, it is a dedicated destination for users to keep up-to-date with scores and stats for their favorite teams.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

'Apple Sports' App Announced With Personalized Scoreboards and More
Apple today announced "Apple Sports," a new free app that provides real-time statistics, scores, and more.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple teases MLS playoffs Immersive Video for Vision Pro coming soon, shot in 8K 3D
As this year's MLS season kicks off today, Apple is promoting its MLS Season Pass subscription service in full-force. Hidden in today's launch, however, is a tidbit for Vision Pro users for the "first-ever sports film captured in Apple Immersive Video."
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple unveils new Sports app with a focus on scores
Free app covers NBA, NHL, and numerous soccer leagues, but doesn't acknowledge the existence of cup matches.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple's New Sports App for iPhone Focused on Simplicity, Says Eddy Cue
Apple today released a new sports app for the iPhone that shows scores, stats, standings, upcoming games, betting odds, and more for a variety of leagues, such as the MLB, MLS, NBA, NHL, Premier League, and the NFL when its next season begins. For ongoing games, the app also displays real-time play-by-play information.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro isn't a full-fledged Mac replacement — yet
Though Apple is touting its high-tech headset as the world's first 'spatial computing' platform, for most people it's more like a technologically advanced proof of concept.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Best Thunderbolt and USB-C docking stations for your MacBook
Use your MacBook Air and MacBook Pro just like a desktop by adding multiple ports in an easy-to-connect setup
February 21st, 2024 — Source

CodeKit Version 3.26
Build websites faster and better.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Connect a Bluetooth keyboard, trackpad or controller to Vision Pro
If you want to get work done on your Vision Pro, you'll really want a Bluetooth keyboard and trackpad for precision input and pointing. And for gaming, you can connect a controller, too. The Vision Pro officially supports Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch controllers, with support for some other Bluetooth models as well.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Even if Vision Pro fails, these 3 features need to live on in Apple's other devices
It's chock-full of expensive, complex technology that needs to make its way to other Apple products.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Firefox Developer Edition Version 124.0
Official Firefox release channel for experimental builds,
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Fork Version 2.40.3
Fast and friendly git client.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Freeciv Version 3.0.10
Free open-source X11 Civilization game.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Google Chrome Version 122.0.6261.57
Modern and fast Web browser.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

How to Backup and Sync DuckDuckGo Browser on Mac
DuckDuckGo isn't a popular web browser but is renowned for its privacy. However, moving to DuckDuckGo meant you couldn't sync data between devices. As a result, many users stuck to browsers like Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, which had backup and sync.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

How to Fly A Drone with the Apple Vision Pro
Diving into the realm of drone technology combined with augmented reality (AR), the Apple Vision Pro headset emerges as a significant tool for drone enthusiasts and professionals alike. Specifically, its application in flying the DJI Mavic 3 Pro drone has sparked interest and curiosity among tech aficionados.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Meta and Microsoft ask EU to reject Apple's new app store terms
Apple's new app store terms have come under fire for what many are describing as 'malicious compliance' with the EU's Digital Markets Act -- that is, technically complying with the antitrust law while completely negating its intent.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Meta Is Asking Apple To Let You AirPlay Your iPhone Content Or Screen To Quest
Meta is asking Apple to let Quest be an AirPlay receiver.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

NotePlan Version 3.10.1
Task management with Markdown, calendar and notes.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

New Apple Sports app gives fans scores and stats for free
The new Apple Sports app for iPhone gives fans access to real-time scores, stats and more for their favorite teams across a wide range of sports leagues. The free app launched Wednesday on the App Store.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

'Racket Club' Update Brings More Flexibility with New Rules and Fan Favorite Modes
The recently released VR racket sport Racket Club (2023) just got its first major update, which brings a host of new rules and modes to the game for a more customized experience on the court.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Prolific Redditors will get preferential access to Reddit shares in IPO plans -- WSJ
Prolific Redditors are to be given preferential access to Reddit shares in the company's initial public offering (IPO), according to a new report.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream Is a Large-Scale Co-Op Multiplayer Game with Raids for Up to 20 Players
Today, Bandai Namco announced SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream. Fans of the franchise know that the universe's lore is based on protagonists playing VR MMORPGs, but ironically, the games never allowed that.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

QuickBuild Version 14.0.5
Automation and management server on Mac.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

RsyncUI Version 1.8.7
Next generation, swiftUI-based, GUI version of the RsyncOSX.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

The M3 iPad Pro could be one of the thinnest devices Apple has ever made
A larger iPad Air is on the way too.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

This Mac, iPhone and iPad app is everything you'll ever need from a photo editor
Lightly edit your images or completely transform them with Photomator.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 19th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro 2 Is Not Launching Until 2026/2027
Apple recently took the wraps off its first AR/VR headset, the Vision Pro. It comes at a whopping $3,500 for the base variant. Despite its recent release, rumors have begun to swirl.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Apple Confirms 1,000+ Vision Pro Native Apps Now Available
Need a floating calculator on your living room wall? There's an app for that. Well, actually there are now several apps for that on Vision Pro, as the company confirmed its first mixed reality headset is now packing over a thousand visionOS-native apps.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro versus Meta Quest compared in interview with Mark Zuckerberg
Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg has stepped into the spotlight to discuss the company's latest endeavors and the competitive landscape of virtual reality and augmented reality, with the release of Apple's Vision Pro. As a main competitor to the Meta's Quest 3 Zuckerberg explains why the headset is a strong competitor that offers exceptional value and quality in an interesting interview with the Morning Brew Daily team.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

ArcSine Is A New Physics-Based Puzzle Platformer For PC VR
ArcSine, a physics-based precision puzzle platformer, is out now on PC VR.
February 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Beat The Beats Brings Rhythm Boxing To PSVR 2 Next Week
Beat the Beats, a new VR rhythm-boxing game, reaches PSVR 2 next week.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Best Oculus Quest 3 SteamVR Games to Play with Oculus Link 2024
Expand your Quest 3 library beyond the Meta store.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Gurman: Apple Vision Pro 2 at Least 18 Months Away
The second-generation version of Apple's Vision Pro headset is at least 18 months away from launch, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

How to watch Apple spatial videos on the Meta Quest 3? It's easy
Look, no Vision Pro! iPhone 15 Pro users can transfer spatial videos to Meta's much lower-cost headset. Here's everything you need to make it happen.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Meta "Reworking Some Of The Core UI Infrastructure" For 2D Apps On Quest
Meta is "reworking some of the core UI infrastructure" of Quest to improve 2D app positioning & multitasking.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Pull Beautiful Things Into Your Room With This Website On Apple Vision Pro
Reaching into a website and pulling an object into your room isn't exactly a new idea, but beautifulthings.xyz accomplishes the job on Apple Vision Pro very well.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

PowerWash Simulator VR Gets Mucky Once More With Six New Levels
PowerWash Simulator VR added six new levels in a free update.
February 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Stride: Fates Gets Quest 3 Upgrade & Mixed Reality Update This Week
Stride: Fates, Joy Way's VR parkour game, adds mixed reality support and a small Quest 3 upgrade this week.
February 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The five reasons people give for returning the Vision Pro
Friday was the day when the 14-day return period expired for those who bought their spatial computer on day one, and Apple is reportedly taking a keen interest in reasons people give for returning the Vision Pro.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

VR MMO 'Zenith' Releases Free-to-Play Mode Open Beta on Quest & PC VR
The studio behind VR-exclusive MMORPG Zenith: The Last City (2022) Ramen VR announced earlier this month the game was soon being rebranded to Zenith: Nexus amid the launch of its free-to-play mode 'Infinite Realms', which the studio is using to bolster user engagement. An open beta of the mode is now live on Quest, Rift, and SteamVR headsets.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

What is Apple's Vision Pro? Price, features, hands-on insights, and everything you need to know
Is Apple's spatial computing headset worth the price? Can you try it before buying it? ZDNET answers all your burning questions.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

You Can Play StreamVR Games on Apple Vision Pro, but Setting It up Is Not Easy
Apple Vision Pro has been out for a while now, and we have seen people do crazy things with it. Be it a teardown showcasing the interior of the headset, a durability test, or people wearing the device while driving. In this Apple Vision Pro Wildwest, a developer has the device working on SteamVR, allowing it to act as a Windows PC VR headset.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 16th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro is getting one of the best VR games of all time — get ready to cook hotdogs, fix cars, and more in Apple's mixed reality headset
Job Simulator and Vacation Simulator are going to be released on Vision Pro.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Review: A Heavy Portable Cinema & Monitor With A Promising Spatial OS
Apple Vision Pro is a very impressive fusion of hardware and software, but it's by no means perfect. Read on for my breakdown of the Vision Pro hardware and software and the experience they enable.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro versus Meta Quest 3: Which One Should You Buy?
Apple's Vision Pro mixed-reality headset is still new and hit the shelves earlier this month. On the other hand, Meta's Quest 3 has been around for a while. At first glance, the stark contrast in pricing between the Apple Vision Pro and the Meta Quest 3 may raise eyebrows.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

'Beat the Beats' Brings Undoubtedly Cool Rhythm-Boxing to PSVR 2 This Month
The VR rhythm genre is getting kind of crowded, with many developers looking to replicate Beat Saber's 'hit the thing to the beat' money machine. Enter Beat the Beats, a project indeed inspired by Meta's seminal block-slashing game, although with its own flair that really seems to set it apart from the competition.
February 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Customize Control Center on Vision Pro to be more useful and less irritating
Control Center in Vision Pro works very differently than on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac. But as with Apple's other platforms, you can customize the Vision Pro Control Center to make it far more useful.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

How to return the Apple Vision Pro
You may be one of the many early adopters considering returning their Apple Vision Pro headset, or maybe you're just curious about how one would return the $3,500 device. Either way, here's what you need to know.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Mark Zuckerberg dishes on Apple 'fanboys' and how his Vision Pro review compares to Steve Ballmer's iPhone reaction
Earlier this week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared a 3-minute video on Instagram in which he "reviewed" the Apple Vision Pro. Ultimately, he concluded that the $500 Meta Quest 3 is not only the better value than the $3,500 Apple Vision Pro, but also the better product.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

The $3,499 Apple Vision Pro introduces the new era of spatial computing
Snazzy Labs answers your Apple Vision Pro questions: from the Micro OLED panels, to pancake flaring, passthrough quality, batteries, their voltages, etc., EyeSight, AirPods Pro 2 lossless support, and a whole lot more they didn't feel other reviewers touched on fully, or at all.
February 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Two Classic VR Games From Google's VR Studio Coming Soon to Vision Pro
Owlchemy Labs, the Google-owned VR studio, announced it's bringing the chart-topping VR games Job Simulator (2016) and its sequel Vacation Simulator (2019) to Apple Vision Pro.
February 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Vision Pro latency the best on one metric; lags behind Meta on another
Scientific tests of Vision Pro latency show that Apple's spatial computer lives up to Apple's claims of superiority over rival headsets -- but only in the first of two metrics.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro poll: More than half of Cult of Mac readers will return 'magical' headset
You'd think readers of a website called Cult of Mac would be into Apple products. But a straw poll of Cult of Mac Today readers found a whopping 76% of respondents plan to return their Vision Pro to Apple.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

Why does Apple make it so hard to share the Vision Pro?
Apple's new headset seems surprisingly suited for passing around a home or office — but roadblocks are holding it back.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 14th, 2024

Apple releases visionOS 1.1 beta 2
Apple has released visionOS 1.1 beta 2 for the Apple Vision Pro, this new beta comes a week after the first beta of visionOS was released. Apple also released a range of other new betas, these included macOS Sonoma 14.4, iOS 17.3 beta 3, iPadOS 17.3 beta 3, and watchOS 10.4 beta 3.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Are Selling Like Hotcakes, Check Sales Numbers
While Apple's $3,499 AR/VR headset isn't for everyone, the sales numbers of the Vision Pro are impressive. In fact, the product set the sales chart on fire in the first couple of days, as the company nearly sold 180,000 units in pre-order sales, selling like (very expensive) hotcakes.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro has over 1,000 spatial apps but users say they can't find them — "I'll come back to it once they fix search and add discovery options"
"There's some really cool apps for vision OS, they're just very hard to find"
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro just doesn't support my eye prescription
Well, this is awkward. As it turns out, I won't be able to use Apple's new product called Vision due to my own vision. Like a lot of people, I wear glasses to correct my eyesight. I can pass an eye exam and drive a motorcycle, but I cannot use Apple Vision Pro.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Keeps Crashing? Here's How to Fix It
The Apple Vision Pro has Apple fans marveling at the latest and greatest from the company, but some users are complaining about the device crashing. This shouldn't be too surprising considering how novel the device and operating software are, but it's likely to be annoying. Let's take a look at some solutions.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro versus Meta Quest: As Microsoft bets on both, Zuckerberg calls out 'Apple fanboys' in this scathing video
Meta's CEO claims that Meta Quest is a better overall product than Apple Vision Pro.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro now has over 1,000 apps specifically designed for the new device
Mark Zuckerberg may be laughing off the competition in the AR/VR headset market, but Apple's Vision Pro is gaining traction — with developers, at least. On Tuesday, Apple senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, Greg Joswiak, announced on X that the company's "spatial computing" headset now has more than 1,000 apps designed specifically to take advantage of the new hardware.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Best Cheaper Rivals to Apple AirPods Max for 2024: Sony, Bose, AirPods Pro 2 and More
If Apple's swanky over-ear noise-canceling headphones are not your style then these are the best alternatives to consider.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

How to fix eye and hand tracking on Vision Pro
You can easily fix Apple Vision Pro eye tracking and hand tracking if your headset starts to act up. You'll want to follow the steps below if the device stops accurately tracking your gaze or your hand gestures.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

How to Fix Immersive Video Not Playing on Apple Vision Pro
If you're having issues with Immersive Video not playing on your Apple Vision Pro, I've got just the solution for you. No doubt many went with the Vision Pro for the 180-degree 3D and 8K video formatting, which provides a massive entertainment experience.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

How to force-quit an app on Apple Vision Pro
If an app freezes up or stops working right, you may want to force-close it.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

How to let other people see what you see in Vision Pro
It's possible to share your screen in your Vision Pro so that other people can see what you're seeing, too. This is especially helpful in Vision Pro Guest Mode, to help you guide newbies through the unfamiliar headset.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

'Juno' YouTube app for Apple Vision Pro just got its first update
Google is leaving a YouTube-shaped hole on Apple Vision Pro for now. Fortunately, there's Juno to fill in the gap for anyone who wants a proper visionOS experience outside of Safari. Now Juno has been updated to address some early customer feedback, including user interface changes to the main video player.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Mark Zuckerberg Downplays Apple Vision Pro, Says Quest 3 Is Better
Now that Apple Vision Pro has been out in the wild for a while now, everyone and their mother who have put the headsets on their head or not are giving their opinion on Apple's shiny new tech.
February 14th, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Meta Quest 3 versus Apple Vision Pro: How accurate was Zuckerberg's review?
Should you fork up for Apple's ultra-premium VR headset or settle for the Meta Quest 3 at a fraction of the cost? Consider these reasons as you decide.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta settles lawsuit over haptic feedback tech in Quest headsets
Immersion, a company specializing in haptic feedback tech, has settled a lawsuit with Meta over the latter's use of touch-feedback in its Quest VR headsets.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta's big vision for face computers might be better than Apple's
Meta's more accessible approach to face computers is more about what you can do now. Apple's is more about what you'll be able to do later.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Someone recreated one of the iPhone's most iconic games for Apple Vision Pro — Watch spatial Flappy Bird in all its glory
Spatial Flappy Bird is here.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro is Apple's weirdest and riskiest product in years--and it shouldn't stop there
When Apple says yes instead of no, great things can happen.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Why Is There No Sound on My New Apple Vision Pro? Here's How to Fix it
If your Apple Vision Pro has no sound, you need to check out this guide that might help you fix this error. It has happened to me, as well as multiple other users. This could be because the faulty speakers or the speakers are not simply attached.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Why walking around in public with Vision Pro makes no sense
Social mores aside, Vision Pro doesn't seem designed to be used on the go.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

XREAL (formerly Nreal) Air AR glasses are so cool but need some serious work
Even with their many problems, I still liked them.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

You may soon be able to use Gemini instead of Google Assistant on your headphones
Since its launch/rebrand last week, Google's been steadily adding updates to its newest iteration of its chatbot, Gemini. First came the rebrand from "Bard" to "Gemini," attempting to keep the branding more in line with the name of the LLM that runs it. Next, a paid subscription version came about as well as a mobile version with a dedicated app on Android that can double as your phone's assistant.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Zuckerberg: Quest 3 is a 'better product, period' than Vision Pro, hints at where Quest 4 will go
His Instagram pseudo-review attacked the Vision Pro's apparent flaws like weight, motion blur, and lack of apps.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 12th, 2024

Apple buys "iWork.AI" domain, fuelling rumors surrounding its AI efforts — will iWork apps receive Apple's big AI overhaul first?
Apple has bought the "iWork.ai' domain, fuelling speculation that its office suite, consisting of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers, could all be getting some big artificial intelligence features soon.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple Cash users able to generate virtual card numbers with iOS 17.4
Apple's iOS 17.4 beta, released last week by Apple, allows iPhone owners to generate a virtual card number for spending Apple Cash when Apple Pay isn't an online option. Several Reddit users running the latest iOS 17.4 beta have discovered the new feature
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple releases visionOS 1.0.3 with option to reset your device
The latest software for Apple Vision Pro fixes a major oversight from the release version.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases visionOS 1.0.3 With Reset Option for Forgotten Passcode
Apple today released a visionOS 1.0.3 update for the Vision Pro headset, marking the first update that Apple has provided since the device launched. The software comes two weeks after the release of the visionOS 1.0.2 update.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro leak reveals company could be planning at least three more models — "It could take four generations before the device reaches its ideal form"
It's good, but it's going to get better.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro review: Beta testing the future
Apple's spatial computing headset is fascinating and frustrating.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's 'ideal form' might be four generations away
Apple insiders think the Vision Pro is at least four generations away from reaching its "ideal form." Apple still needs to do a lot of work behind the scenes before the headset can potentially become as popular as an iPhone or Mac.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's Mindfulness app is impressive
The Mindfulness app includes Breathe and Reflect, which are intended for you to pause throughout the day to have a mindful moment. And with State of Mind, you can reflect on how you're feeling, which can help you build emotional awareness and resilience and improve wellbeing.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro could cannibalize the iPad, but it will take years
The iPad is safe, for now
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Best VR Headset of 2024
Our top picks for VR headsets this year, including the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 2, Sony PSVR 2 and thoughts on the Apple Vision Pro, all tested by CNET.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Digital work apps arrive for Apple's Vision Pro
Though AR/VR devices have yet to catch on for general work tasks, several major office software vendors have already launched apps for Apple's new Vision pro headset. Can Apple succeed where others have struggled?
February 12th, 2024 — Source

'Ghost touch' display problem afflicting some latest-gen Apple Watches
In an internal memo, Apple says it's investigating an issue with touchscreens on Series 9 and Ultra 2.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Here's How To Delete Apps from Apple Vision Pro
Apple recently released its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset.It runs on a brand-new operating system called visionOS, specifically designed for the Apple Vision Pro. If you've got a Vision Pro and want to know how to delete apps, you've come to the right place. In this guide, we'll provide step-by-step instructions to delete apps on Apple Vision Pro.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Over half of Vision Pro-only apps are paid downloads, far more than wider iOS App Store
Apple's Vision Pro offers consumers a new way to interact with apps via spatial computing, but it also offers app developers a way to generate revenue without subscriptions. According to a recently released report from app intelligence firm Appfigures, over half of Vision Pro-only apps (52%) are paid downloads — a surprising percentage given that across the wider App Store, only 5% of apps monetize this way.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft Word lead says Apple's Vision Pro headset is "much better, more capable, more fun, and cheaper" than his home theatre, though it's heavy and strains his eyes
Could the Apple Vision Pro headset replace your entire entertainment setup?
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Play Palworld in the fidelity it deserves, as a gamer forces it onto Apple Vision Pro for a true 'got to catch 'em all' experience
Palworld took the world by storm, as has the Apple Vision Pro. Now, you can have both together at last.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Some Apple Vision Pro Engineers Believe You Should Wait to Buy One
Early adopters often get the short end of the stick when it comes to the reliability and usability of brand-new tech, but it's not common to hear grumbles about a new product from the company itself. That's the report that came out about Apple and the Vision Pro this weekend, as a member of the team is said to believe that it will take several more updates before it's truly ready for primetime.
February 12th, 2024 — Source or Source

Still from new Apple Vision Pro ad, 'First-Timer'
The NBA, MLB and PGA Tour have each introduced apps for the new Apple Vision Pro spatial computer, that users control with their eyes, fingers, and/or speech.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

The Apple Vision Pro spatial computer
The Apple Vision Pro spatial computer will eventually replace the iPad, Mark Gurman writes in his newsletter for Bloomberg News, "but the device has hardware and software shortcomings that need to be resolved first."
February 12th, 2024 — Source

The first big Apple Vision Pro software update could debut at WWDC in June and visionOS 2.0 will 'absolutely' arrive this year
A big update is on the way.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

This 3D-printed Apple Vision Pro stand keeps your $3,499+ headset safe and sound when it isn't on your face
Apple didn't make one, so someone else did.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Ultros Review: Breaking the Cycle
Into the space garden.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro App Store marks a return to paid upfront apps, early data shows
There are a lot of excellent Vision Pro apps already available, and early data shows that the App Store for visionOS is bucking a long-running trend. According to new data from Appfigures, cited by TechCrunch, the majority of Vision Pro apps are paid downloads, rather than being free to download with in-app purchases.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro stunts and celebrity videos help Apple avoid the glassholes phenomenon -- analyst
There's been no shortage of Vision Pro stunts since the device was launched, like fake traffic stops. Celebrities have also been having fun with the facial spatial computer, including T-Pain, Diplo, and Casey Neistat.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 1.0.3 for Apple Vision Pro is now available [Release notes]
Apple has released visionOS 1.0.3 for Apple Vision Pro. The latest software update is the first to be released since the headset hit stores on February 2.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

visionOS update eliminates a major headache
Apple released visionOS 1.0.3 to users of the Vision Pro on Monday. It's the first to go out since the launch, and is primarily a bug-fix patch.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Watch someone play Beat Saber 'on' Apple Vision Pro in the worst way possible — "This has to be a parody. I hope it's a parody"
You're better off just waiting.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

You no longer have to visit an Apple Store if you forget your Vision Pro passcode
visionOS 1.0.3, available Monday, lets you reset the headset at home.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 9th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro review: Beta testing the future
Apple's spatial computing headset is fascinating and frustrating.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Ars Technica: Apple Vision Pro can replace your TV; great for watching movies
Can the Apple Vision Pro spatial computer replace your TV? Ars Technica tried Apple's $3,500 (to start) device and found out that, yes, it can.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Engadget reviews Apple Vision Pro: 'It's magical, almost telepathic'
Apple Vision Pro is a spatial computer powered by visionOS, which is built on the foundation of decades of engineering innovation in macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. visionOS delivers powerful spatial experiences, unlocking new opportunities at work and at home. Featuring a brand-new three-dimensional user interface and input system controlled entirely by a user's eyes, hands, and voice, navigation feels magical.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

EyeSight could have been Vision Pro's killer feature--if only it worked
EyeSight is well-indended, but it just doesn't do what it's meant to.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Can a $3,500 headset replace your TV? We tried Vision Pro to find out
We kick off our multi-part Vision Pro review by testing it for entertainment.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Is this viral video the best demo of Apple Vision Pro yet? — Incredible spatial computing clip "is better than Apple's actual ads"
Thinking of buying Apple Vision Pro, but need a little extra persuasion? Check out this slick demo that is better than "Apple's actual ads for Vision Pro."
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Meetings are about to get weird
One by one, the co-workers and clients you meet with will be replaced by cartoon characters.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

The MacRumors Show: One Week With Apple Vision Pro ft. Quinn Nelson
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, Snazzy Labs' Quinn Nelson joins us to talk about the first week using Apple's long-awaited Vision Pro headset.
February 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ubisoft "disappointed" in 'Assassin's Creed VR' Performance, Future VR Investments on Hold
In Ubisoft's most recent earnings call, CEO Yves Guillemot said he was "disappointed" with the performance of Assassin's Creed Nexus VR (2023) and that the company will not be increasing investment in VR right now, as it awaits further growth of the medium.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro EyeSight feature doesn't really work, argues Macworld
Vision Pro's EyeSight feature is something Apple has stressed as a key product differentiator over rival headsets, and as a way of solving the isolation problem when using this kind of tech.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Why Apple believes Vision Pro will be popular in the enterprise world
As part of the first visionOS 1.1 beta, Apple added MDM -- or mobile device management -- support for Vision Pro. In an interview with TechCrunch, the company once again reiterated how it thinks Vision Pro can play an essential role in the business and enterprise world.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 7th, 2024

A new Vision Pro teardown shows Apple's incredible pixel density
iFixit's extended Apple Vision Pro teardown reveals an impressive 3,386ppi.
February 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple and University of California release 'MGIE' AI-based image editing tool
In collaboration with researchers from the University of California, Apple has released "MGIE," and AI-based image editing model that's open to the public.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple defeats AliveCor antitrust lawsuit over smartwatch technology
US District Judge Jeffrey White ruled in favor of Apple and against AliveCor in a lawsuit over developing smartwatch technology for detecting irregular heartbeat.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple eyes a foldable iPhone following Vision Pro launch
The market is still a relatively small one dominated by Samsung. A folding iPhone could change that.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple is still working on foldable iPhones and iPads
The Information reports Apple is working on two clamshell-style folding iPhone designs.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple is working on a foldable clamshell iPhone, report says
A clamshell-folding iPhone is reportedly in active development.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple releases iOS 17.4 beta 2 with these changes for the EU [U]
iOS 17.4 development is well under way. Apple just shipped iOS 17.4 beta 2 to developers. The pre-release software primarily focuses on changes made in the EU due to regulatory requirements.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Seeds Second Public Beta of macOS Sonoma 14.4
Apple today seeded the second beta of an upcoming macOS Sonoma 14.4 update to public beta testers, allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its launch. The second public beta comes a week after Apple released the first public beta.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple TV+ debuts trailer for 'The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin,' premiering March 1st
This week, at the 2024 Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour, Apple TV+ unveiled the trailer for upcoming comedy-adventure series "The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin." The six-episode Apple Original, which stars Noel Fielding ("The Mighty Boosh," "The Great British Bake Off") as the legendary British highwayman, premieres globally on Friday, March 1, 2024, with the first two episodes, followed by a new episode every Friday through March 29.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Air Headset rumored to cost $1,500
Apple is working on another mixed reality headset, the Apple Vision Air which will be cheaper than the current model. Apple's foray into augmented reality (AR) technology has been met with anticipation and excitement, especially with the introduction of the Vision Pro headset.
February 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro Personas Quality & Realism Improved In visionOS 1.1 Beta
Personas are Apple's realistic virtual avatars in visionOS. You generate your Persona by holding Vision Pro up in front of you to let it scan your face. It's driven in real time by the headset's eye and face tracking sensors, as well as hand tracking.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro teardown reveals insane pixel density--50 times Retina
iFixit takes a close look at the Vision Pro's display and is blown away.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Teardown Reveals Optical Delights And Creepy Tech
The Apple Vision Pro follows in the footsteps of a myriad of impressive headsets that augment one's reality, and aims to improve daily life. To separate itself from the pack, one assumes that the technology embedded therein has to be extraordinarily impressive. So, is that the case?
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Teardown Reveals The Secrets Of EyeSight
iFixit tore down Apple Vision Pro, giving a fascinating look at its intricate design and revealing the secrets of EyeSight.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro teardown uncovers pixels the size of red blood cells
iFixit says the headset offers 54 times the pixel density of an iPhone 15 Pro.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Tips & Tricks
Unlocking the full potential of the Apple Vision Pro can transform your user experience, taking it from great to exceptional. Hotshot Tek's latest video guide is a treasure trove of insights, unveiling 40 hidden features, tips, and tricks that are sure to elevate your interaction with this innovative device.
February 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro versus XREAL Air 2 Ultra: Which virtual reality wearable is better?
An extravagant wearable versus a subtle pair of discreet screens.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Bigscreen Beyond Gets A VRChat-Themed Storage Can
Bigscreen Beyond is so small you can fit it inside a VRChat-themed storage can.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

C-Smash VRS Announced for Meta Quest 2 & 3
The VR reimagination of the iconic Dreamcast game was released less than a year go on PSVR2.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

How to create your Persona in Vision Pro (or make it better)
The Vision Pro Persona is a 3D representation of yourself that will appear to others in FaceTime calls. It also fuels the EyeSight feature, which shows a ghostly 3D version of your eyes on the outside of the headset to make the device seem less isolating.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

How to Share Vision Pro With Friends: Not as Easy as You Think
Apple's headset is limited to one iCloud account, but there are ways to let others get in on the experience.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

How to use your Mac with Vision Pro
Screen sharing from your Mac to Vision Pro is a great way to work inside the headset while using your Mac's keyboard and trackpad. You can enlarge your Mac's screen to enormous size, and surround it with apps that work inside Vision Pro.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

I'm using a Z Fold 5 and a Surface Duo; Is there a place for folding and dual-screen phones in 2024, with Vision Pro on the way?
What's the most important thing in life? Good health? Love? Financial security? Nah, if you're a tech enthusiast to about a crazy degree, it's important to try out all the funky smartphones out there; see if there's actually something better than the slab phone factor we all know and semi-love.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

iFixit Examines Apple Vision Pro's Displays, Battery, and Repairability
iFixit today shared the second part of its teardown of Apple's Vision Pro headset, revealing several new insights about the device's construction, specifications, and repairability.
February 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

iFixit's Extensive Vision Pro Teardown Investigates Display and Battery Details -- Receives a Repairability Score of 4
More than six months after being announced, Apple finally launched the Vision Pro headset last week. The headset took the industry by storm as users shared their experiences with the device. The Vision Pro is Apple's most advanced product to date, even more so than the Apple Watch, considering the amount of research that went into making it a reality.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Is Vision Pro a glimpse into the future of computing?
Perhaps the primary question to be answered regarding Apple's new spatial computer is: What is it for? And the bigger version of that question: Is Vision Pro a first step toward the future of computing?
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Fix a MacBook Air Not Charging When Plugged In
MacBook Air is a fantastic laptop from Apple that is also very popular, with untold numbers of users around the world. While most people will never run into issues charging their MacBook Air, issues can happen where the MacBook Air does not charge when it is plugged in.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Plex says it's not currently developing a dedicated Vision Pro app
Plex is joining the likes of Netflix and not currently developing a Vision Pro app. In a post on Reddit, a Plex employee confirmed: "There is currently no Plex app in development for the Apple Vision Pro."
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Python Version 3.12.2
Object-oriented programming language.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Testing Fitness with Apple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro is shaping up to have huge potential in the world of computing and entertainment, but could it also hold up as a fitness device?
February 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Apple Vision Pro: When technology can't keep up with ambition but offers a glimpse into the future
Apple's Vision Pro is here but it's really all about what comes next.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

These are the new emoji coming in iOS 17.4
Apple is updating the iPhone with even more emoji characters. iOS 17.4 introduces new ways to express approval or denial, break through the chains, rise from the ashes, or just express that limes are superior to lemons. There's also a mushroom that looks less out of Mario World and more out of the grocery store.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Viral Video Of An Apple Vision Pro Owner In A Cybertruck Sparks Government Warning
Whether it's a foolish skit or a serious attempt at multitasking, driving a vehicle while wearing an Apple Vision Pro was bound to happen. It's important to note that the Tesla driver who went viral on X / Twitter for donning Cupertino's augmented reality headset most likely broke a whole slew of laws while doing so.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Virtual Desktop & iVRy Are Both Building Apple Vision Pro PC VR Streaming Apps
Virtual Desktop and iVRy are both working on Apple Vision Pro ports.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro teardown finds pixels smaller than a red blood cell
iFixit's Apple Vision Pro teardown continues, now with a focus on the headset's incredibly high-resolution displays. As the experts point out, "You can fit ~54 Vision Pro pixels into a single iPhone pixel."
February 7th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 1.1 Beta Lets You Reset Vision Pro Without Visiting an Apple Store
After getting a lot of complaints from Apple Vision Pro users that they cannot reset the headset's passcode, the company is working hard to resolve the issue. Apple's efforts to solve the Passcode issue are visible in the latest beta release for the Vision Pro.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro's biggest shortcomings are its clearest path to success
There's clearly room for Apple to make forays into new arenas as the platform develops.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Gets iMessage Contact Key Verification on visionOS 1.1 Beta
Apple on Tuesday released the first visionOS 1.1 beta. Along with improved Personas, the update adds iMessage Contact Key Verification to the Vision Pro.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Vive Ultimate Tracker Gets Beta Support for Third-Party PC VR Headsets
HTC has released a beta for its Vive Ultimate Tracker that brings support to third-party PC VR headsets, such as PC-tethered Quest and Pico headsets, letting you do body tracking in supported apps.
February 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — February 5th, 2024

3v3 VR Hero Brawler Brazen Blaze Begins Open Beta On Quest & Steam
Brazen Blaze, a melee-focused 3v3 VR multiplayer game, enters open beta today on Quest & Steam.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

10 things I learned after my first Vision Pro experience
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

$10,000 for a $3,500 Apple Vision Pro? Scalpers mark up Apple's headset, despite the fact that it's still in stock
Scalpers have taken to Apple's new headset, but there's currently plenty of supply.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

A '$3,500 Chastity Belt': Early Apple Vision Pro Adopters Alarmed to Learn VR Porn Doesn't Work
"So uhh.. where is all the 3d porn?"
February 5th, 2024 — Source

AI meets AR as ChatGPT is now available on the Apple Vision Pro
It's hard to not be excited about where this could go.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

All The Wild Things People Are Doing With the Apple Vision Pro Since its Launch
The Apple Vision Pro was released this weekend and it hasn't taken long for people to engage in whacky antics with the mixed-reality headset.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple CEO Cook and NBA Commissioner Silver talk Vision Pro: 'This Changes Everything'
With NBA League Pass, basketball fans can stream up to five live or on-demand games on Apple Vision Pro virtual displays as large as they desire with real-time stats displayed.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro does work with Intel Macs — Virtual Display limited to 3K resolution
Turns out you can use an Intel Mac with Apple Vision Pro!
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro headset teardown by iFixit
The Apple Vision Pro VR headset has recently been the subject of a detailed examination by the team at iFixit, and their findings offer a fascinating glimpse into the intricate design and engineering that make this spatial computing headset as Apple calls it or VR headset to the rest of us, so special.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro supports PS5 streaming and that's not all — Xbox, Steam Link, and beyond all work as gamers enjoy opening weekend
Apple's Vision Pro headset is now on sale after months of waiting since the June 5 unveiling at WWDC last year. The early Vision Pro reviews have been promising, if not universally great. If anything the headset gives observers a hint at what Apple wants the Vision Pro to become when more advanced technology is available.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro teardown deconstructs the weird-looking EyeSight display
iFixit says lenticular optics are used to create 'an animated, 3D-looking face with eyes.'
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Teardown Reveals It is a Repair Nightmare
Apple Vision Pro hit the stores recently, and we've already seen everything about it, from reviews to drop tests from enthusiasts and experts. Now, DIY repair gurus over at iFixit pulled the device apart to show the world what's inside Apple's first mixed-reality headset in a YouTube video and a detailed blog.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro teardown: What's inside the $3,500 headset
That's a lot of tech crammed into one wearable device.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Tested for Work, Gaming, Flying, and Sports
Apple Vision Pro launched in the U.S. on Friday, and there are already several YouTube videos that demonstrate using the headset for remote work, gaming, in-flight entertainment, watching sports, and more. We have rounded up these videos below.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Notes from the future
Our Apple Vision Pro review is in progress, but we already have plenty of thoughts.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple's spatial video arrives on Meta Quest
All anyone has been able to talk about for the last several days is the debut of the Apple Vision Pro, Apple's $3,500 mixed-reality headset that utilizes spatial computing. Not to be outdone, Meta announced on Thursday, February 1, that Meta Quest would also have spatial computing capabilities. Head below the fold to learn more.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Casey Neistat Vision Pro video experience went from fun to feeling like the future
A Casey Neistat Vision Pro video posted over the weekend was, he says, simply intended to be a piece of silly fun -- wearing the device while catching metro trains and walking through Times Square.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Casey Neistat wears Apple Vision Pro in public all around Manhattan
YouTuber Casey Neistat wore his new Apple Vision Pro all around Manhattan -- rode the subway, walked through Times Square, etc. How did it work?
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Da Vinci Eye for Apple Vision Pro projects transparent art over any canvas for inspiration
Speaking of ways creatives can use (Youtube) Apple Vision Pro, check out this augmented reality art projector app from Da Vinci Eye. It uses Apple Vision Pro's Passthrough feature to let you see your own canvas as you project a transparent layer of art for inspiration over it.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Early Apple Vision Pro buyers report a litany of strange bugs that will likely be fixed, but when?
Apple announced the Vision Pro mixed reality headset back in June of 2023 before making it available for preorder on January 19. It's now available for sale as of February 2, and those who were able to place an order quickly have already received their headsets.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

EV startup Arrival looks to sell off assets, intellectual property of UK division
Arrival announced Monday in a regulatory filing that its U.K. division is entering administration, the country's version of bankruptcy. The troubled company, which went public in 2021 via a merger with a special purpose acquisition company, said it's looking to sell its U.K. assets and intellectual property in order to pay back the lenders that helped it stay afloat.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Future-gen Apple Vision Pro may replace the iPad -- Gurman
Bloomberg News' Mark Gurman's first takeaway from using the Apple Vision Pro is that a lower-priced future version may eventually replace the iPad. After all, many people buy Apple's tablets just for these kinds of activities — movies, video chats and basic tasks.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

How Activation Lock works on Apple Vision Pro; Find My cannot locate a misplaced Vision Pro
On Apple Vision Pro, you can turn on Find My to protect your device with Activation Lock — a feature designed to prevent anyone else from using your Vision Pro if it's ever lost or stolen. But, importantly, Find My cannot locate a misplaced Vision Pro.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

How to schedule an Apple Vision Pro demo
Schedule a 30-minute demo online.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

How to start a Guest User session on Apple Vision Pro — let someone else experience spatial computing on your mixed-reality headset
Share your Apple Vision Pro with a Guest User session.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

How To Turn Off Photo Auto-Enhance on iPhone
Do you dislike how your iPhone processes (rather overprocesses) photos after you capture them? You're not alone and many people have raised their concerns about this. If you don't like overly enhanced photos on your new iPhone, keep reading to learn how to turn off the auto-enhance photos feature on your iPhone.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

I tried Apple Vision Pro at the Apple Store and here's how you can too — book an appointment, demo experience, and more
Try the Apple Vision Pro for free at your local Apple Store.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

iFixit tears Apple's Vision Pro to pieces
It isn't just the price that makes your eyes look so weird
February 5th, 2024 — Source

iPhone 15 Pro's spatial video arrives on Meta Quest — relive your memories for a fraction of the price of Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro is here, and the company's first foray into spatial computing is taking the world by storm. One of the major selling points of the mixed reality headset is the ability to watch spatial videos, essentially stereoscopic videos that allow you to relive videos in a more immersive way.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft may bring Bethesda's Starfield and Indiana Jones games to the PS5 after all
The company will reveal 'more details with you about our vision for the future of Xbox' next week.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Moog turns Apple Vision Pro into a futuristic instrument for music creation
As someone who dabbles in music creation for fun, nothing excites me like a Moog synthesizer. So when I learned that Moog has turned Apple Vision Pro into a first-class instrument for music production, my brain went into galaxy mode.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

RayNeo Air 2 XR glasses capitalize on the hype without delivering on promises
They're full of impressive specs that fall short in performance.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Reuters: Apple Vision Pro is the next Mac and TV combined
Apple's Vision Pro could upend how people watch television at home and how they use computers at work, potentially positioning the spatial computer to be a successor to both traditional television and the Mac, according to Reuters' Stephen Nellis and Dawn Chmielewski.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Steam Next Fest Returns With New PC VR Demos
Steam Next Fest is back once more with a fresh round of PC VR demos.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Tesla owner arrested in video wearing an Apple Vision Pro behind the wheel
Don't. Just don't do this.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

The public have gotten their hands on Apple Vision Pro — here are the most viral videos and memes so far
A hotly anticipated device, Apple Vision Pro has finally launched, and that excitement has gotten the better of some users who have used it in very strange ways.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

These are some of the worst places people are using the Apple Vision Pro
But a few clips are likely setups
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Demo Appointments Begin Today at All Apple Stores in U.S.
Starting today, you can receive a free Vision Pro demo at any Apple Store in the U.S. on an appointment basis. You can reserve a time slot up to seven days in advance on Apple's website, or by using the Apple Store app on your iPhone or iPad.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro review-in-progress describes some key wins & losses
Macworld's Jason Cross sounds like he's taking an approach along somewhat similar lines to my Apple product diaries with his Vision Pro review, saying that he's going to take time before giving a verdict -- and in the meantime share some of his early take-outs.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro teardown gives a look inside Apple's $3,499 headset
An Apple Vision Pro teardown shows the complicated combination of screens, cameras and other high-end components inside the $3,499 headset. The hardware required just to produce the creepy (and much-maligned) EyeSight feature is somewhat staggering.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro teardown reveals 'virtual nightmare' of screws and brackets
Even by Apple's standards Vision Pro is tough to get inside.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Teardown Shows Balancing Act Between Cutting Edge Tech & Weighty Design
Vision Pro is here, and if you were wondering what's under the hood of Apple's $3,500 mixed reality headset, iFixit has done another one of its patented teardowns to crack some tightly-glued seals and un-torque a billion-or-so screws.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

What's Inside The Apple Vision Pro
Have you ever pondered what technological marvels lie within the sleek casing of the Apple Vision Pro? Priced at a hefty $3500, this device is not just another piece of technology; it's a treasure trove of innovation and sophisticated engineering.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Why you'll need a VPN for the Vision Pro (and other XR headsets)
Gaming platform aside, what's the universal killer app for these novelty devices? The answer is exactly where a VPN comes in.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

You can't use an Apple Vision Pro headset while you're walking no matter what social media might try to tell you
Vision Pro doesn't like you wandering around.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

YouTube planning Apple Vision Pro app, points users to Safari until then
The statement to The Verge also says Google is focusing on "ensuring YouTube users have a great experience in Safari." No time frame was provided.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

YouTube says a Vision Pro app is 'on the roadmap'
Let's talk about how well Apple's headset supports VR video on the web right now (not well).
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links VR Adapts Konami's Digital Trading Card Game
Konami revealed a Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links VR experience, though a home release is unconfirmed.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 2nd, 2024

Adobe brings Lightroom and Firefly AI to the Apple Vision Pro
You can pull images generated by the Firefly app and place them in the environment around you. Panoramas and 360-degree image generation are also in development.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

All the Disney+ 3D movies you can watch on Vision Pro
Now that Apple's Vision Pro is out, Disney let everyone know Friday exactly which 3D films are available to watch on the headset. There are 42 different Disney+ 3D movies on Vision Pro at launch. The mix includes Star Wars and Marvel movies, as well as Disney's celebrated animated fare.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apollo developer creates a YouTube app for Apple Vision Pro, but it's paid
Apple's Vision Pro headset will go on sale in a matter of a few hours now. It's a $3,499 headset from Apple that will support over 600 native apps and games as well as over a million apps from iPad. However, a few names missing in the catalog are YouTube, Spotify, and Netflix.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple CEO Cook compares Vision Pro launch to previous major launches in new memo
Apple CEO Tim Cook, in a memo to employees issued Friday, compared the launch of the Apple Vision Pro spatial computer to the indomitable Mac, the seminal iPod, the revolutionary iPhone and iPad, and the market-dominating Apple Watch.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Could Throttle The Performance Of The Vision Pro Depending On The Condition Of The Battery
Apple has finally launched the Vision Pro, and you can get your hands on the headset from your nearest Apple Store today. The device will give you 2.5 to 3 hours of battery timing, depending on your use. However, similar to the iPhone, the Vision Pro also comes with an always-on battery management system, which will change the performance level of the headset in different situations.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple debuts new Vision Pro ad, 'First-Timer'
On the launch day for its new Apple Vision Pro spatial computer, Apple has debuts a new ad called "First-Timer."
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple design execs explain why EyeSight is a 'core' feature of Vision Pro
In a new interview with Wallpaper, Apple design executives Alan Dye and Richard Howarth offered some new details on Apple Vision Pro's design language. The piece also includes a variety of images that offer an "exclusive look inside Apple Vision Pro."
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Details What to Do If Vision Pro Causes Visual Discomfort, Motion Sickness and More
Following the launch of the Vision Pro, Apple has published a number of support documents on how to use the device and what to do if motion sickness or discomfort is experienced when wearing the headset.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Explains How to Clean Vision Pro Headset
Apple today shared a detailed support document explaining how to clean the Vision Pro headset and all of its accompanying components.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Foldable Rumors Are Back, But Is It An iPhone Or iPad?
Apple CEO Tim Cook recently appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair wearing the company's newly released Vision Pro headset. In the article, its writer Nick Bilton casually mentions secret rooms in Apple's older Infine Loop park where "foldable iPhones" were dreamed of. Over five years after Samsung's first functional foldable smartphone, a foldable iPhone still seems to be a dream. But a recent report hints it might soon become a reality — though with a vague timeline.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple reveals new 'First -Timer' Vision Pro ad and more
Now that Apple Vision Pro is in the hands of the first consumers, Apple has shared a collection of new videos on YouTube. These videos from Apple Support show people how to use Vision Pro, ranging from advice on specific visionOS apps, Guest User support, and more.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Says Vision Pro Performance Could Be Reduced in Some Situations
Like the iPhone, the Vision Pro has an always-on battery management system that could lead to reduced performance in certain situations, according to Apple.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Says Vision Pro Syncs Data When Not in Use, Explains Battery Light Charge Indicator
Now that Apple Vision Pro has launched in the U.S., Apple has released additional support documentation for the device, including how to connect and charge the Vision Pro battery.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple selling $300 Developer Strap with USB-C port for Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro doesn't have any ports other than the magnetic connector for attaching the battery, so it was unclear whether there would be any way to transfer data between Vision Pro and another device by wire connection. Now Apple has confirmed that there is a way and has introduced a new "Developer Strap" accessory that adds a USB-C port to the Vision Pro.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Shares New 'First-Timer' Ad for Vision Pro
Apple today shared a new "First-Timer" ad that emphasizes how easy it is to use the Vision Pro, which launched in the U.S. today.
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Apple shares tips on Vision Pro battery life, performance, and more
Apple has published a new support document detailing certain situations in which Vision Pro performance could be degraded. According to Apple, Vision Pro has "built-in software and hardware systems" that is "automatic, always-on, and works to provide the best possible performance."
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Shares Walkthrough Videos for Vision Pro Features and Settings
A series of videos walking through the Vision Pro's features and settings are now available on the Apple Support channel on YouTube.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Adobe unveils Firefly AI for Vision Pro with limited-time free text to image creation
Adobe has announced that its popular generative AI app Firefly is coming to Vision Pro. The company says the experience is "purpose-built for visionOS" and will help users "bring their creative visions to life." While the app usually costs generative credits, Adobe is making it free to use the text to image AI on Vision Pro until March.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Apps to Check Out
The Vision Pro is available today with a whole new App Store, and developers large and small have created apps optimized for the spatial computing device. Optimized apps are those that take advantage of the immersive capabilities offered by the Vision Pro, but users will also find that many iPad apps can operate on the headset.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro confusion reigns over which Macs can display their desktops in a spatial environment — here's what Apple says
Will it work, or won't it?
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro demos for walk-in retail customers start today, reservations to begin next week
Apple will begin taking reservations for Apple Vision Pro demo sessions at Apple Store locations in the US starting Monday. In-store demos start today for walk-in customers on a first come, first serve basis.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is Available for Walk-In Demos Starting Today
The Apple Vision Pro has begun shipping to early adopters, but the company's retail rollout is starting today. Apple customers can walk in to receive a demo of the device, which sold out quickly after seeing 200,000 or more preorders.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is here — Revolutionary spatial computing headset arrives in stores
The dawn of a new era.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Is Out Now, Changing The Industry Forever
Apple Vision Pro has officially launched in the US. In-store pickups are happening right now and deliveries are arriving.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro isn't trackable via Find My app on another device or iCloud.com
Apple has uploaded several support documents to explain stuff like how to clean your Vision Pro and how its performance gets affected in some situations. However, there is one thing that might come as a surprise to many users and a warning for people who are careless about their devices.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro launch day is here: Follow along
It's officially Apple Vision Pro launch day in the United States. After being announced at WWDC back in June, Apple's first spatial computer is now available to the masses. The first pre-orders are starting to arrive on customer doorsteps, and the first Apple Stores are now open for in-store pick-ups.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro launched with over 600 apps, and Microsoft made 7 of them
Microsoft Word, Teams, OneNote, and more productivity apps are on the way to Apple Vision Pro
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro launches with one of the best productivity apps going — Things 3 lets you rearrange tasks around your spatial workspace
Create to-do tasks in Apple Vision Pro in the best way.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Launches: 'The Era of Spatial Computing Has Arrived'
Apple Vision Pro launches in the U.S. today, with in-store pickups, demo sessions, and deliveries to customers now underway in the country.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro spatial computer officially launches in the U.S.
The Apple Vision Pro spatial computer is now available as of Friday, February 2nd, at all U.S. Apple Store locations and the U.S. Apple Store online.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: 3 features it shares with Meta Quest 3 that may shock you
Yes, the $4k Vision Pro shares a lot of similarities with a $500 headset.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: 5 tweets that show it's a game-changing headset
Eating! Sports! Other things!
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: First customer to grab it causes quite a commotion
The Apple Vision Pro mania begins.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Here are the first apps you should download
Apple releases its ambitious Vision Pro headset to consumers today, February 2. There are over 600 apps and games currently available on the visionOS store, with more to come. Although Netflix and YouTube aren't launching dedicated apps, there are still a lot of apps that could be great to start the Vision Pro journey with — and this is an evolving list.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: The Apps That Will and Won't Run on the New Mixed-Reality Headset
A few major services won't have native apps for the Apple Vision Pro at launch.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: What is spatial computing anyway?
Apple keeps referring to its mixed-reality headset as a "spatial computer" but what does that even mean?
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Why one longtime software shop is jumping head-first into spatial computing
Ken Case's dad worked for many years at Boeing in industrial engineering for highly complex projects such as the Boeing 747 and Saturn V booster rocket. Case remembers his dad bringing home large Gantt charts — long rolls of paper with timelines and tasks — so that he could unfurl them across the living room floor and over the coffee table to annotate them manually.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple's $3,499 Vision Pro lacks Find My location tracking, so don't lose it
Even with 'Find My' turned on, Apple says you can't use the service to track down your missing Vision Pro.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro headset is hiding yet another XL Lightning plug
Beneath the Vision Pro's cushioned band is the biggest Lightning plug we've seen.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro is here: These are some of the most exciting indie apps and games
With thousands of preorders for the Vision Pro rolling in, many consumers are curious about Apple's AR/VR headset and the apps that will arrive alongside the new device. While some are from companies you recognize — Disney+, Max, TikTok, Zoom, Reddit and others — there are plenty of independent developers launching visionOS-optimized apps on Friday.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Avatar Director James Cameron 'blown away' by Apple Vision Pro — "My experience was religious"
Some big film professionals are getting on board with Apple's latest innovation.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Be One of the First to Try the Apple Vision Pro Headset This Week. How to Book a Demo
Apple is offering free demos of the Vision Pro headset in its stores right now.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Buying Apple Vision Pro is easier said than done if you don't live in the US
You can now go to an Apple Store and buy the Apple Vision Pro headset. While the headset itself costs a whopping $3,499, you need to have deep pockets to buy its accessories and Apple Care+ plan. However, even if you have got all the money, you may not be able to purchase it. That's because Apple Vision Pro is currently available only in the US.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Carrot Weather arrives on Vision Pro with 3D weather maps and more
Popular meteorology app Carrot Weather is ready for Vision Pro on day one with a big update. Designed with interactive 3D weather maps, a new main app window UI, and more, Carrot for Vision Pro is the most immersive way to explore and understand weather.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Christian Selig makes the YouTube Vision Pro app that Google wouldn't
Juno is a $5 app from the developer of the once popular Apollo Reddit client.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Cool Vision Pro apps, concepts and experiences available on day one
If you're gonna spend $3,500 on a face-hugging computer, you'll want to get your money's worth of mind-blowing experiences. For that, you'll need the best Vision Pro apps available on day one.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Disney+ 3D Movies Available on Apple Vision Pro at Release Include Avengers: Endgame, Incredibles 2, and More
The future is here.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Existing VR Games Would Look Great on Vision Pro, But Without Controllers Most Are Stuck
Apple doesn't call Vision Pro a mixed reality headset, or a virtual reality headset for that matter. To Apple, it's all spatial computing, which is fine—if not a little too vague. Since it doesn't support dedicated controllers like all VR headsets out there though, it's leaving many developers essentially stuck and unable to port many of the most popular immersive games to Vision Pro.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Fantastical for visionOS makes Apple Vision Pro a real productivity machine on day one
Flexibits wasted no time preparing the Fantastical experience for Apple Vision Pro. Michael Simmons, the mind behind the best calendar app, said over the summer that taking advantage of Apple's Vision Pro developer sessions "helped us start thinking not just about left to right or up and down, but beyond borders at all." That's a serious teaser, and now the result of their work is ready for Vision Pro customers.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Here are the most useful Apple Vision Pro apps available at launch
Apple's new headset comes with over 600 native apps, plus a million ported over from iOS and iPadOS
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

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Here's How to Let Someone Else Try Your Apple Vision Pro
If you have an Apple Vision Pro, you're undoubtedly going to get requests from friends and family members who want to give it a try. The headset is primarily designed for a single user because of the customized fit of the Light Seal, but Apple planned for demos with a built-in Guest Mode.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Here's the full list of Disney movies available in 3D on Vision Pro
On Vision Pro launch day, Disney has shared more details about its content plans for Apple's first spatial computer. The company says that Vision Pro users will be able to watch "42 Disney films in stunning 3D" starting today, with more to come as time progresses.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Here's what it's like to use Vision Pro guest mode if a friend has bought one
If you can't afford or justify your own spatial computer, we learned last year that there would be a Vision Pro guest mode to you borrow someone else's.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

LiveSurface brings design visualization to Vision Pro
LiveSurface, a popular design visualization app, is now available on Vision Pro with a fully native visionOS application.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Meet Apple's Vision Pro: Price, features, hands-on insights, and everything you need to know
Is Apple's spatial computing headset worth the price? Can you try it before buying it? ZDNET answers all your burning questions.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Meta's VR/AR division had its best and worst quarter as total losses pass $42 billion
Reality Labs is costing Meta a lot of cash
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

New 'Silent Slayer' Gameplay Trailer Shows Off Spooky Vampires, Temperamental Traps & More
During the Ruff Talk VR 2024 Showcase today, Schell Games revealed an extended gameplay trailer for its upcoming VR puzzle Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire, showing off more of the vampire-ganking action that pits you against a host of temperamental traps.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Puzzling Places Launches Today On Apple Vision Pro Today
Puzzling Places marks the latest Apple Vision Pro launch game, available today as a free download.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Silent Slayer: Vault Of The Vampire Shows Extended Gameplay Trailer
Schell Games dropped a fresh gameplay trailer for Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Sony's Mocopi Body Tracking System For VRChat Now Works On PC
Sony Mocopi now works on PC via a partnership with SlimeVR.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Sorry, Apple Vision Pro! Meta Quest 3 now supports 3D spatial video, too
Quest 3 steals Vision Pro's shine with two new features.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

'Spatial Sprinkles' is the fun and whimsical Vision Pro app we all needed
Developer Simon B. Støvring is out with not one but two native apps for Apple Vision Pro on launch day. First, there's a native Apple Vision Pro app for Runestone Text Editor, Simon's excellent plain text editor with a host of different features.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

The Alienware AW3225QF Is Still the Only 32" True 4K QD OLED Gaming Monitor You Can Buy
It uses the new Samsung OLED panel, even though the Samsung model isn't out yet
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

The Apple Vision Pro Isn't The Next iPhone (It Could Be Something More)
Apple has officially entered the AR/VR market with the launch of its Vision Pro headset. The device has a starting price just short of $3,500, a better-than 4K display, and no controllers. Instead, eye and hand tracking helps users navigate the headset.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Tim Cook experienced an Apple Vision Pro prototype nearly eight years ago — it was a "monster"
Tim Cook has given huge insight into the development of Apple Vision Pro, retelling his experience of using a prototype eight years ago.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Tim Cook says Vision Pro costs $3,500 because it's 'tomorrow's technology today'
It's Vision Pro launch day and Apple CEO Tim Cook is celebrating in New York City. In addition to paying a visit to Apple Fifth Avenue, Cook also sat down with Good Morning America to talk about Apple's foray into spatial computing.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

US Apple fans get hands on pricey Vision Pro headset
Eager customers lined up outside US Apple stores Friday to nab the first Vision Pro headsets, a $3,499 device that is the tech giant's biggest release since the Apple Watch nine years ago.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro launch: all the news about Apple's pricey new headset
Apple's Vision Pro is finally here. Tim Cook arrived at Apple's Fifth Avenue store in New York City to greet the crowd of customers at the doors who were waiting to try out the headset or buy one for themselves.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro might tweak performance in some cases, says Apple
Apple has dropped some information on how the Vision Pro headset will tweak its performance depending on the condition of the battery. The headset draws its power from a lithium-ion battery, and therefore, it's expected to face similar issues as other Apple devices that include lithium-ion batteries.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro YouTube app now available from Apollo developer after Google refused
There's no official Vision Pro YouTube app, as Google declined to create one, and also blocked the use of its iPad app, which could otherwise have been used.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

VR MMO 'Zenith' to Offer Free-to-Play Mode & Premium Currency with 'Nexus' Rebrand
In an effort to boost engagement, Ramen VR, developers behind VR-exclusive MMORPG Zenith: The Last City (2022), announced the game will soon feature a free-to-play mode and premium in-game currency as it rebrands to Zenith: Nexus.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

What it's Like Sharing Vision Pro

February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Where to buy Apple Vision Pro — Apple's latest innovation is in stores now
Buy an Apple Vision Pro.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

With an Apple Vision Pro, comes a lot of cleaning
Apple has uploaded several support documents related to the Vision Pro headset. The headset, which is now available for purchase, is a piece of modern tech fitted with delicate parts and sensors. One of the new support pages describes how to clean your Vision Pro headset and its accessories.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

You Can Now Book Vision Pro Demos Online
Interested in seeing Vision Pro for yourself? Apple is now taking online reservations for in-store demos on February 5th and beyond.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Zenith: Nexus Rebrand Gives The VRMMO A Free-To-Play Co-Op Mode
Zenith: Nexus splits the game into two modes, adding a new free-to-play co-op RPG alongside the existing paid The Last City VRMMO.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — February 1st, 2024

Apple Vision Pro needs a mixed-reality distortion field
Even without some obvious flaws, Apple Vision Pro is one hell of a hard sell.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Hundreds of new Vision Pro apps available on launch day, says Apple
More than 600 new Vision Pro apps will be available on launch day, says Apple -- adding to the million plus iPad apps that also run on the device.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Mark Zuckerberg Strongly Denies Meta's AI Focus Is A Pivot Away From AR/VR
Mark Zuckerberg strongly denied the idea that Meta's new generative AI focus means a pivot away from AR/VR.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Tim Cook talks Vision Pro, and his secret prototype experience many years ago
In a new piece in Vanity Fair, Tim Cook talks Vision Pro -- including his first ever experience of using an early prototype of the device in the company's secretive design block.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 31st, 2024

A YouTube app is coming to Apple Vision Pro after all — Reddit app Apollo's developer is the hero we all needed
Christian Selig to the rescue!
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple fixes zero-day bug in Apple Vision Pro that 'may have been exploited'
A day after reporters published their first hands-on review of Apple's Vision Pro, the technology giant released its first security patch for the mixed reality headset to fix a vulnerability that "may have been exploited" by hackers in the wild.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Just Sold Over 200K Vision Pro Headsets Worth A Staggering $700M
In the history of tech products, there are often some outliers that defy expectation and take an unexpectedly divergent path. While it is still early, the Apple Vision Pro is one such product that has an unpredictable trajectory.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple releases visionOS 1.0.2
Just two days before the Apple Vision Pro spatial computer hits the shelves, Apple has released visionOS 1.0.2 (21N323) as per developer Nicolás Álvarez via X.
January 31, 2024 — Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro Battery Capacity Reveals Its True Purpose
Apple Vision Pro's battery has an enormous energy capacity.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro battery cable can be removed with a SIM-eject tool
Ray Wong from Inverse has uncovered an interesting new tidbit about the Apple Vision Pro battery. The cable that runs from the battery to the headset is removable with a SIM-eject tool:
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Battery Isn't Hot-Swappable, Switching Requires Restart
The Apple Vision Pro headset comes with an external battery pack with a capacity of 3,166 mAh, compared to the 3,274 mAh battery found in the iPhone 15 Pro, although the voltages are different so the measurement alone can't be considered equivalent.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Battery Pack Power Cable is Removable
The cable that connects the Vision Pro battery pack to the headset for power purposes appears to be fixed in place, but it can in fact be removed if necessary.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is a "privacy mess waiting to happen", and this time it's got nothing to do with data sharing
That's a whole load of cameras on the front of the Apple Vision Pro headset — and it might cause some privacy concerns.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro lacks this one basic feature — and could frustrate users and developers until it's added
Don't expect to rearrange your home screen in visionOS.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro needs a mixed-reality distortion field
Even without some obvious flaws, Apple Vision Pro is one hell of a hard sell.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro reviews are in: Here are 8 key takeaways
It's the future of AR and VR, but perhaps not the immediate future.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: How to buy or test out the $3,500 headset
The much-hyped Apple Vision Pro headset has begun arriving for those who preordered it, or is available for a test drive for those wanting to give it an in-person demo. Billed as the future of spatial computing, the AR/VR headset might not be for everyone based on its hefty $3,499 price tag and lack of apps like Netflix and YouTube at launch (though it will come with Disney+, Max and 150 3D movies, immersive films and series).
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's battery life is better than expected, with one significant flaw
You can't hot-swap those battery packs.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's secret weapon? Mindfulness
Sometimes you just have to stop and breathe
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple's riskiest Vision Pro feature almost universally panned in early reviews — "The EyeSight display looks really, really bad"
"The most surprising takeaway from all the Vision Pro reviews/videos is how universally awful the EyeSight display is."
January 31, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro will have Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and other 365 apps at launch
Headset owners will also have access to the AI-powered Copilot service.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Carrot Weather is bringing its wisecracking meteorological app to the Apple Vision Pro
Who predicted that?
January 31, 2024 — Source

Demeo Developer Resolution Games Built Game Room On Apple Vision Pro
Resolution Games is the developer behind Game Room, a spatial board & card game collection launching on Apple Vision Pro this week.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Eve's new in-wall Energy Outlet begins shipping with Matter support and energy monitoring
You can finally purchase the new Eve Energy Outlet with Matter. The new smart home upgrade was just officially revealed at CES 2024 to start the year, and now it's going up for sale heading into February to join the rest of the company's other Matter and Thread smart home accessories.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Hilarious Apple Vision Pro quirk will let other people mess with your controls
If you are brave or antisocial enough to immerse yourself in the Apple Vision Pro around friends, a funny control flaw means they may be able to get in the way of your productivity.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Microsoft shows off its day one Vision Pro apps, including Copilot AI integration
Ahead of Vision Pro's official launch on Friday, Microsoft has officially revealed all of its plans for Apple's new visionOS platform. In a blog post, the company confirmed that Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Loop will be available on the App Store in Apple Vision Pro.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and more are coming to Apple's Vision Pro at launch
Microsoft is ready for day one support of Apple's latest hardware, and even adds AI-powered Copilot features.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Microsoft's Office and Teams apps for the Apple Vision Pro will include Copilot support
In June 2023, Apple officially announced the Visiojn Pro mixed reality headset at WWDC. During its presentation, it revealed that Microsoft would offer up versions of its Office productivity apps for the Vision Pro. Today, Microsoft offered up some more details on the apps it has made for owners of the Vision Pro.
January 31, 2024 — Source

New Vision Pro tidbits and MKBHD's full hands-on video
Yesterday saw the first round of hands-on and unboxing videos for Apple Vision Pro, sharing some interesting tidbits about Apple's first spatial computer. After an initial unboxing video yesterday, MKBHD has now shared an in-depth look at what it's like to actually use Apple Vision Pro.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye Receives Full Release Today On Quest & Steam
Retropolis 2: Never Say Goodbye and mixed reality spinoff Retropolis dot. Line are now available.
January 31, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Step Into the Multiverse with 'Asgard's Wrath 2' & Its Second Cosmic Event
Asgard's Wrath 2 has been out in the wild for just over six weeks now, and it's been a little over a month since the first patch went live. The dev team has been hard at work cooking up some new content for the fans.
January 31, 2024 — Source

The best VR headsets right now (and how Apple Vision Pro stacks up)
ZDNET's reviewers have tested the best VR headsets available that provide immersive experiences, next-level gaming, and enhanced productivity.
January 31, 2024 — Source

The first alternative iOS App Store is confirmed as MacPaw's Setapp comes to iPhone as a mobile marketplace in the EU later this year
The first alternative iOS App Store is coming!
January 31, 2024 — Source

The Vision Pro is a computer for the age of walled gardens
Apple's latest big device is shaped by the tech industry's cutthroat consolidation and locked-down ecosystems.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Web devs fear Apple's iOS shakeup for Europe will be a nightmare for support
Still, there's hope for actual browser competition on iPhones
January 31, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 29th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro shown off in new video
Apple has released a new promo video for their Apple Vision Pro AR headset, the device recently went up for pre-order and it is about to go on sale early next month. We recently heard that pre-orders of the device were rumored to be between 160,000 and 180,000 units which is not bad for a new device from Apple which costs $3,500.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's uphill battle is only just beginning
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Meta Hopes Apple Vision Pro Will 'Reinvigorate' Headset Space
Meta is "optimistic" that the launch of Apple Vision Pro will help reinvigorate the headset market and drive more users towards its Quest devices, according to Wall Street Journal report.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Practical Applications Of Augmented Reality Are Coming Soon For Mainstream Users
Virtual and augmented reality technologies have been around for quite some time, but they have yet to take off like some would have expected. However, some companies like Apple are hedging their bets on this tech, such as with the Vision Pro, which launched recently.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Upgrade your desk setup with these products
If you're looking to take your desk setup to the next level, this is the guide for you. Head below for some of my favorite products that can improve your working setup, ranging from accessories to decorations and more. All of the things on this list are things I've personally used and can vouch for.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Zoom is coming to the Vision Pro headset and your meetings could get weird
Are you ready for immersive video conferencing? Personas, Spatial Zoom, and 3D Object Sharing are just some of the features headed your way.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Zoom meetings are about to get weirder thanks to the Vision Pro
Zoom will let Vision Pro wearers represent themselves as digital avatars during video calls.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Zoom shows off its Vision Pro app with Persona support and more
As promised, Zoom will be available on Apple Vision Pro from day one. Ahead of Vision Pro's launch on Friday, Zoom has shared new details on its visionOS app, which it says is designed "to make hybrid collaboration more immersive."
January 29, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 26th, 2024

A future Apple Vision Pro headset could sense when its weight is too much for your body to bear
Back and neck pain be gone.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro delay hits pre-order customers with February 2 ship dates
Customers who received delay emails yesterday are now being told that the update was made in error. Original ship dates are still being honored.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro is 'not really particularly relevant' to customers — Netflix explains why it won't have a Spatial Computing app at launch
Vision Pro isn't big enough for Netflix.
January 26, 2024 — Source

ArcSine Is A New Physics-Based Puzzle Platformer For PC VR
ArcSine, a physics-based precision puzzle platformer, reaches PC VR next month.
January 26, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Here's how the ZEISS Optical Inserts pairing with Apple Vision Pro works
Apple Vision Pro will officially arrive in stores and in the hands of thousands of consumers in the US next Friday. Until then, we've been finding out more details about Apple's new headset. For example, users who need corrective lenses can buy ZEISS Optical Inserts -- and now we know exactly how to pair them with a Vision Pro.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest headsets might soon be able to play spatial videos shot on iPhone without workarounds
Apple recently introduced spatial video capture to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The feature lets you start saving memories now to relive on Apple Vision Pro when it arrives. Or when you buy one. Or when the more consumer-priced version comes out. Or maybe on an existing Meta Quest headset without requiring the current workarounds!
January 26, 2024 — Source

Netflix CEO Explains Why It Isn't Supporting Apple Vision Pro At Launch
The co-CEO of Netflix gave his reasoning for why it isn't supporting Apple Vision Pro at launch.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Netflix CEO on Vision Pro App Snub: "not particularly relevant to our members"
Vision Pro is nearly here, but Netflix, YouTube and Spotify won't have their respective apps on the headset's app storefront. Netflix co-CEO Greg Peters explains why.
January 26, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 24th, 2024

Ahead of launch, Apple updates visionOS to 1.01 for Vision Pro — but don't expect it to have any brand new features on Feb 2
visionOS 1.01 is already available.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Apple Store app now features Apple Vision Pro AR demo
You can now experience the Apple Vision Pro in augmented reality via the Apple Store app as Cupertino preps in-store availability details for its new spatial computer.
January 24, 2024 — Source

D&D Virtual Reality Game Announced by Demeo Developers
Today, Resolution Games and Wizards of the Coast announced a collaboration on the world's first D&D virtual reality game, now in production for a future release.
January 24, 2024 — Source or Source

Disney made a multi-user treadmill that lets you walk around in VR - here's how it works
Such a project could easily end up becoming a VR staple in just a few years' time.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Meta fixed the Quest 3's notorious mic issues, but your face cover may still block them
Meta VP Mark Rabkin revealed secret audio quality fixes to the Quest 3 mics that never appeared in the v60 update.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Soon you'll be able to play Dungeons & Dragons in VR . . . if you want
Games have announced their collaboration to bring Dungeons & Dragons to virtual reality.
January 24, 2024 — Source

This popular VR shooter just exited beta and it already made over $10 million
Ghosts of Tabor has already surpassed expectations in less than a year.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Watch the first Apple Vision Pro accessory unboxing
The first third-party Vision Pro accessory sold by Apple basically looks like an iPhone case. That's because it's the Belkin Battery Holder for Vision Pro, and the Vision Pro battery basically looks like, well, an iPhone.
January 24, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 22nd, 2024

Apple amends Vision Pro AirPlay specs — Screen mirroring now only supported in 720p
Your Apple Vision Pro might not look as impressive to your friends.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Apple could have sold up to 180,000 Vision Pro headsets, but it's not all good news
Orders may have plummeted after the initial surge
January 22, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Apple issues Vision Pro warning to users with certain medical conditions — Company warns several could be made worse by using headset
Apple Vision Pro looks like it has all the pitfalls of a mixed-reality headset — you might get dizzy.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Apple Reveals Outrageous Vision Pro Repair Costs Without A $499 AppleCare+ Plan
Apple's Vision Pro is already one of the most expensive mixed reality headsets on the market with a price tag that's seven times higher than the Quest 3, and 2.5x more than Meta's premium Quest 3 Pro. That's before adding optional prescription lenses to the mix, and an also-optional (though highly advised) AppleCare+ protection. If you skip the latter, you could be in for some huge repair costs.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro sensors: What they all do, and where they are on the headset
The new Vision Pro contains a staggering 20 sensors — let's find out why.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro spatial gaming — Super Fruit Ninja developer Halfbrick Studios details how players become the weapon in its new Apple Arcade title
Apple's Vision Pro will offer a new type of gaming and Super Fruit Ninja will be there.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro will deliver major workplace implications
Peter Rokkos, a professor at Rutgers University, believes the Apple Vision Pro will eventually move into the mainstream delivering major implications for the workplace.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Best Budget VR Headset 2024
Virtual Reality on the Cheap
January 22, 2024 — Source

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January 22, 2024 — Source

Disney is Working on a VR Treadmill That Supports Multiple Users
Disney unveiled an omni-directional treadmill project it hopes to eventually scale up for users both in and outside of virtual reality.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Do Netflix and Spotify want to see Vision Pro fail?
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Don't buy an Apple Vision Pro headset without this crucial accessory
Break your $3,500 Vision Pro and you could be left facing some eye-watering repair bills.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Go Figure, Apple's Super Pricey Vision Pro Headset Fails To Sell Out At Launch
Of course, the technology is rather cool, and the Vision Pro could bring a lot of advances to the augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) markets, but at the same time, who can responsibly afford it? This is the question floating around, as the Vision Pro failed to sell out but still did decently well over the past few days, according to preliminary reports.
January 22, 2024 — Source

How to design policies that support both aquaculture and small-scale fisheries
Marine aquaculture has expanded dramatically over the last two decades to meet growing demand for aquatic foods, but this growth can sometimes come at a cost. New Stanford-led research published in npj Ocean Sustainability explores how investments in the aquaculture industry can affect small-scale marine fisheries, and how policy changes can support livelihoods, equity, and sustainability.
January 22, 2024 — Source

In-store Apple Vision Pro demos: What to expect when you walk in
Apple is going to replicate your living room to sell you the Vision Pro.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Some Concerns Remain As Apple Vision Pro Sells Out
Apple opened the order books for its Vision Pro headset a few days ago, and, as predicted, the device immediately sold out. Wait times climbed quickly, but as analyst Ming-Chi Kuo noted, the lack of a continued increase in delivery times could indicate an early fizzling of demand.
January 22, 2024 — Source

More than 200 Apple Vision Pro apps are ready for launch — CARROT, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams all revealed
Hundreds of Apple Vision Pro apps are ready for launch.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Only 150+ apps have been designed specifically for Apple's Vision Pro, so far
It's not just Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube that don't have apps for Apple's Vision Pro at launch. New App Store data indicates the new mixed reality headset and Apple's foray into virtual reality has so far seen only a tepid response from app developers.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Report: Developers Not Sold On Apple Vision Pro
Devices are made and broken on the experience they provide the end user, and for smartphones and app-based interfaces, that depends a lot on the developers making the software. The Apple Vision Pro recently became available for preorder and sold out almost immediately, but some have questions about the device's long-term developer support.
January 22, 2024 — Source

The second-gen AirPods Pro are cheaper than ever right now
They're compatible with Apple's upcoming Vision Pro, a mixed reality headset.
January 22, 2024 — Source

This Unreal Engine Mod Brings the Internet's Hottest Pokemon-style Game to VR
To many, Palworld is the Pokemon game Nintendo should have made but didn't, as it launches you into an open-world environment where you can battle and hang with some very pocket monster-inspired creatures. Thanks to a free mod though, you can already jump in head-first with your PC VR headset or Quest with Link.
January 22, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 19th, 2024

5 reasons why you should buy the Apple Vision Pro
If you're on the fence about Vision Pro, you need more convincing. Here are five reasons why you should make the investment.
January 19, 2024 — Source

A spare Apple Vision Pro battery will set you back $199 for an extra 2.5 hours of spatial computing time
The Vision Pro battery pack isn't cheap.
January 19, 2024 — Source

After Netflix says no, other app makers debate a Vision Pro launch
YouTube is following in Netflix's footsteps as it decides not to release a dedicated app for the Apple Vision Pro's upcoming launch. Like Netflix subscribers, viewers will have to go to the web browser version if they want to watch YouTube videos.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple confirms the apps coming to Vision Pro on Feb 2 — from Home to Keynote
25 apps will be packed in with Vision Pro on Feb 2.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Details Using Vision Pro With Certain Medical Conditions
In a support document published online today, Apple detailed using its Vision Pro headset with certain medical conditions.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple employees can buy the Vision Pro at a discount, but don't get too excited
Working at Apple? You can get a Vision Pro on the (clears throat) cheap.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple now sells Vision Pro accessories—$199 travel case, $199 battery, and more
We are just weeks from launching Apple's first mixed reality (XR) headset. Along with pre-orders for Vision Pro, Apple has also opened pre-orders for a series of official accessories designed to enhance the Vision Pro experience
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple offers behind-the-scenes look at the making of Vision Pro
Apple today provided a behind-the-scenes look at the making of its Vision Pro headset via a video posted to its YouTube channel.
January 19, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple offers in-depth look at Vision Pro in new 'Guided Tour' video
To accompany the launch of Vision Pro today, Apple has shared a full Guided Tour showing off the product. The 10-minute video is currently available via Apple's website and YouTube, and features Apple Vision Pro Product Manager Allessandra McGinnis walking a new Vision Pro user through the device's apps and features.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Provides Behind-the-Scenes Look at How Vision Pro is Made
Apple today provided a behind-the-scenes look at how its upcoming Vision Pro headset is manufactured in a video uploaded to its YouTube channel. The video was also shared by Apple CEO Tim Cook on social media platform X.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases Vision Pro Accessories, Including $199 Travel Case
Apple today added a range of Vision Pro accessories to its online store in the U.S., including a $199 travel case for the headset.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Reveals Official Vision Pro Accessories, Including $200 Carrying Case
Pre-orders for Vision Pro launched today, giving us the first opportunity to browse the $3,500 spatial computer's (aka XR headset's) barrage of expensive official accessories and replacement parts.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple reveals Vision Pro's weight for the first time: Here's how it compares
For the first time, Apple has revealed how much Vision Pro weighs. According to the company, Vision Pro weighs between 21.2 and 22.9 ounces (600 to 650 grams). Apple has also confirmed that the Vision Pro's standalone battery weighs 353 grams.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Says Vision Pro Does Not Support Hard Contact Lenses
Apple Vision Pro should not be used while wearing hard contact lenses, Apple says in its pre-order process for its new spatial computing headset.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Shares Vision Pro Guided Tour Walkthrough Video
Apple today published a ten-minute "Guided Tour" video for its Vision Pro headset, walking new users through its interface and key features.
January 19, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Shares Vision Pro Specs: Up to 1TB Storage, M2 Chip With 8-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, and More
Apple today finally shared additional tech specs

for its Vision Pro headset following the start of pre-orders in the United States.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Shows What's in Vision Pro Box, Including Special Polishing Cloth
Apple today provided a closer look at what comes in the box with the Vision Pro, which is now available to pre-order in the United States.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Store Down Ahead of Vision Pro Headset Pre-Orders
Apple's online store is down in the U.S. ahead of Vision Pro pre-orders, which are scheduled to open at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time, ahead of the device's official launch on Friday, February 2.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Accessories Revealed
With pre-orders live for the Apple Vision Pro ahead of the headset launching on February 2, the full range of Apple Vision Pro accessories have just been revealed on the official Apple web store.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro accessories: $200 Travel Case, $200 Battery, $200 Light Seal, and more
Apple Vision Pro is now available for pre-order, and so are lots of accessories for Apple's first spatial computer. The price for most things? $200 each. That's how much extra light seals, batteries, and the Vision Pro carrying case costs. There are more accessories for Apple Vision Pro as well.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro already on eBay for $10,000 less than an hour after release
Did you miss the preorder window on the Apple Store for the Apple Vision Pro? No worries, scalpers to the rescue! As spotted by Ian Zelbo on X, there are already a bunch of preordered Apple Vision Pro headsets available to preorder. Given there are still some preorders left if you go to the Apple Store, this feels... odd.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro App Store, Apple Music, and TV App Require US Apple ID
For international customers who are thinking of purchasing Apple Vision Pro in the United States and using it in their own country, Apple has cautioned that they will be faced with several limitations when attempting to use the device.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro available in three storage configurations
Along with pre-orders opening today, Apple has also shared its full in-depth breakdown of tech specs for Vision Pro. The company has confirmed that Vision Pro is available in three different storage tiers, including 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Available With These Three Storage Options
Apple's Vision Pro headset is available with three different storage options, today's pre-order process has revealed.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro buyers being notified about having their prescriptions verified by ZEISS
Pre-orders for the Apple Vision Pro began this Friday in the United States, with prices starting at $3,499. Customers can also buy some accessories, such as a Travel Case and ZEISS corrective lenses. To buy these optical inserts, customers must upload a valid prescription -- and Apple is now informing customers whether or not their prescription has been approved.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro comes with these pre-installed spatial apps
Apple Vision Pro runs visionOS, a new platform from Apple that runs both spatial apps and compatible iPad apps. Apple has now confirmed which spatial apps will be pre-installed on visionOS 1.0 when Apple Vision Pro reaches customers in February.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro custom engraving offered on optical inserts from ZEISS
There's lots of new Apple Vision Pro info out today as Apple starts collecting pre-orders in the United States. The most exciting detail? You can totally engrave your name on those optical inserts from ZEISS if you need corrective lenses with Vision Pro.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Deliveries Already Pushed Out To March For Some
Apple Vision Pro delivery timelines slipped into March for some people less than an hour after preorders opened.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Delivery Dates Slip to Mid-March
Delivery dates for orders of Apple's Vision Pro headset have already slipped to mid-March after pre-orders opened earlier today.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro doesn't support prescription lenses with a prism value and some contact lenses
A relatively niche but important problem.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Full Specs, Features & Details
Apple officially revealed the Vision Pro specs when opening preorders today.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro goes up to 1TB, uses M2 chip with 10-core GPU
Pre-orders started today, and plenty of accessories are available.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro guided tour just dropped: 3 new things you may learn from it
Personas continues to creep us out.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Now Available for Pre-Order
Apple is now accepting pre-orders for the Apple Vision Pro, the company's first spatial computing device. Orders are live in the U.S. online store, with the Vision Pro limited to the United States for the time being.
January 19, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro pre-order delivery dates immediately slip to mid-March
Apple Vision Pro features a pair of advanced, custom micro‑OLED displays deliver more pixels than a 4K TV to each eye — for stunning clarity.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Preorders Open As Storage Pricing Revealed
Apple Vision Pro preorders are now available in the US.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Repairs Cost Up to $2,400 Without AppleCare+
The Vision Pro features an aluminum frame that houses a single piece of laminated glass for the front of the device, and as we've learned from the iPhone, glass is quite breakable. If the Vision Pro's glass cracks or the device is damaged in some other way, you could be facing an expensive repair without AppleCare+.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Shipping Dates Have Started Pushing Back, To The Surprise Of Absolutely No One
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders went live under an hour ago, and already, the shipping dates of the AR headset have started to get pushed back, which is not at all surprising, given the fact that on multiple occasions, the device has been reported to be mass produced in fewer quantities.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Weighs Almost as Much as a 12.9-Inch iPad Pro
Apple's Vision Pro headset can weigh almost 23 ounces (650 grams), depending on configuration, the company today confirmed.
January 19, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro weight and comfort: How heavy is Apple's spatial computing headset?
How much does Apple Vision Pro weigh?
January 19, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro with max storage and accessories costs $6,257
There were gasps when Apple first revealed that the Vision Pro headset costs $3,499, but shoppers who load the spatial-computing device up with additional storage and Apple's recommended add-ons pay almost twice as much.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: 9 reasons people give for ordering the $3,500 headset
ZDNET talked to buyers who are planning to get the Vision Pro and here's why they are showing deep curiosity for Apple's spatial computer.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's $199 Travel Case revealed - and it looks weirdly cozy
Along with Vision Pro pre-orders today, Apple is selling a new Travel Case, with some notable attention to detail.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: All the Apps That Will and Won't Run on the Mixed Reality Headset
A few major apps won't appear on the Vision Pro at launch.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple's $199 Vision Pro Travel Case is here with on-the-go protection for your headset, battery, and more
The Vision Pro is here and so are the accessories.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro Extras Could Push Your Total Cost Over $4,000
All the accessories and extra storage tiers have been revealed. And yes, there are upsells.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro Pre-Orders Blow Through Day One Supplies: Here's How Long It'll Take To Get One
After first being unveiled in June 2023, the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset is finally hitting the market, with pre-orders starting today, i.e., January 19. Although the initial projections suggested that Apple would begin delivering the headset at $3,499 to early adopters starting February 2, the delivery date has slipped by a month for online orders on day one of pre-ordering.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro Won't Include Netflix App at Launch
You gotta use a web browser if you want to stream Netflix content on the Vision Pro.
January 19, 2024 — Source

AppleCare+ for Vision Pro Headset Costs $499
At $499, the Vision Pro's optional support and service plan is one of the costliest available on any Apple device. This is in line with high-end Mac models at a similar price point to the Vision Pro, which costs $3,499.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Belkin's $50 Vision Pro accessory holds your battery so you don't have to and you can order yours today
The Vision Pro accessory you've all been waiting for.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Buzzy Apple Vision Pro Starts at $3,500. Here Are VR Headset Deals for the Rest of Us
Not ready to spend your rent check on a mixed-reality headset? There are a host of alternatives to Vision Pro for much less.
January 19, 2024 — Source

COD Compensates Buggy Season 1 Reloaded Launch With Double XP Rewards
Bugged loadout drops were the tip of the iceberg.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Everything we know about Apple's Vision Pro headset
People have been speculating about Apple's entry into the world of virtual and augmented reality headsets for the better part of a decade. At WWDC 2023, it finally revealed Vision Pro. The first visionOS device will launch on February 2nd after preorders opened January 19th.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Forget Apple Vision Pro — rabbit r1 is 2024's most exciting launch yet
Apple is doing everything it can to make VR happen, but a tiny startup has a better vision of the future
January 19, 2024 — Source

Free Engraving Available With Apple Vision Pro ZEISS Lens Inserts
The optional ZEISS lens inserts designed for Apple's Vision Pro headset can be engraved at no additional cost.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Fujitsu bugs that sent innocent people to prison were known "from the start"
Software bugs were hidden from lawyers of wrongly convicted UK postal workers.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Here Are All the Apps Pre-Installed on the Apple Vision Pro
The Vision Pro comes with a number of Apple apps that are also available on the iPhone and the iPad. We've seen some of the apps over the past few months in tidbits of information that Apple has provided, but the Vision Pro technical specifications that went live today alongside pre-orders list every app that the device comes with.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Here's how much the Vision Pro's accessories cost
Adding Apple Care, a travel case, extra batteries, and light seals to fit additional users will set you back a pretty penny on top of the $3,499 Vision Pro.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Here's how much Vision Pro AppleCare and deductibles cost
Along with Vision Pro pre-orders launching today, Apple has shared how much it costs to protect its brand-new headset. $500 gets you two-year coverage, but you can also opt for monthly coverage that lasts as long as you like. We'll also cover how much the deductibles are if you need to get a replacement or repairs, what all is covered, and more.
January 19, 2024 — Source

I configured Vision Pro with Apple's highest upgrades, and the price was surprisingly fair
The maxed-out version of Apple's new headset isn't as pricey as it seems, especially when stacked up against its Mac computers.
January 19, 2024 — Source

I found a Vision Pro travel case that's cheaper and somehow better than Apple's
One cool security feature that the official case lacks should make this alternative from a Spigen a preferable pick for many.
January 19, 2024 — Source

I spent the morning with the Apple Vision Pro
I had about an hour with the $3,500 headset and got to experience firsthand what the hype is all about
January 19, 2024 — Source

I've Worn Apple's Vision Pro Headset 4 Times. Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying
Apple's new take on immersive headsets is available to order now -- for a considerable fee.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Initial signs point to strong demand for Apple Vision Pro -- analyst
Apple on Friday began taking pre-orders for the Vision Pro, the company's new mixed-reality headset, which starts shipping to buyers on February 2nd. Delivery date quickly slipped into March, just minutes after pre-orders began.
January 19, 2024 — Source

List of All The Accessories That You Would Get Alongside The Vision Pro In The Box
Apple's Vision Pro pre-orders just went live, and if you are interested in getting your hands on the headset, visit Apple's online store to place your order. The Vision Pro headset is a new device from Apple, and a lot is still not known about the headset. If you have pre-ordered the headset, you might want to see what you get in return.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Making Apple Vision Pro video will mesmerize you
Even if you have zero interest in buying a $3,499 mixed-reality headset, you should stop right now and watch the new Making Apple Vision Pro video. It's an absolutely mesmerizing video that shows the elaborate manufacturing process for Apple's upcoming "spatial computing" device.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Maxed-Out Apple Vision Pro Headset Costs Almost $4,800
A top-specification Vision Pro headset with all optional extras costs $4,795.95, which is $1,296.95 more than the device's $3,499 starting price.
January 19, 2024 — Source

My experience pre-ordering Apple Vision Pro may be a sign of better things to come
Before I ponder my spending habits, allow me to appreciate the fluidity of pre-ordering Apple's next big thing.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube Are Actively Avoiding Vision Pro (and it's not clear why)
A growing number of streaming giants announced they aren't supporting Apple Vision Pro, with YouTube and Spotify now joining Netflix to neither build a dedicated app, nor allow the iPad version of their apps on the upcoming mixed reality device. Is it a lack of confidence in Apple's headset? An opening move in a coming XR platform war? We can't say for sure.
January 19, 2024 — Source

New video makes Vision Pro look fun, conveniently skips the work part
Check out Apple's new video for the Vision Pro: It'll definitely give you FOMO. Labeled a "guided tour," the 10-minute video shows a newbie user testing the AR/VR headset for the first time.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Pre-ordering Apple Vision Pro? These 5 questions can help you decide
A lot of people are battling FOMO with Apple Vision Pro pre-orders starting today. Here's how to turn it into a thoughtful decision.
January 19, 2024 — Source

PSA: Here's what to expect if you buy Vision Pro but don't live in the United States
While Apple Vision Pro is only available in the United States right now, some international buyers have already placed orders using various workarounds.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Some major apps won't be available on Vision Pro
No YouTube, no Netflix, no Spotify.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Spigen debuts one of the first third-party Vision Pro carrying cases at half the price of Apple's
Apple Vision Pro officially went up for pre-order this morning, and now we're starting to see the first third-party accessories announced for the spatial computer. A beloved brand here at 9to5Toys, Spigen, is one of the first to the cause with the reveal of its new Vision Pro carrying case.
January 19, 2024 — Source

The Spigen Apple Vision Pro pouch has just been announced and it's half the price of the official travel case — it even has room for an AirTag
The Spigen Klasden looks pretty great!
January 19, 2024 — Source

This 10-minute Vision Pro guided tour will show you how to use Apple's $3,499 spatial computing headset
This is how you'll use your Vision Pro.
January 19, 2024 — Source

This Is How Much Apple Vision Pro Can Set You Back
Apple has officially entered the era of spatial computing, with the Vision Pro headset now available for customers to purchase. And being first through the door is not cheap.
January 19, 2024 — Source

This is the Best Look Yet at What It's Like to Use Vision Pro
There have been plenty of hands-on impressions and various glimpses of what using Vision Pro is like, but a new video from Apple offers the clearest look yet at the experience.
January 19, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Tom's Guide hands-on with Apple Vision Pro: 'Feels like the future of computing'
The Apple Vision Pro is "chock-full of 'wow' moments" and "it feels like the future of computing," Mark Spoonauer writes for Tom's Guide.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro apps: Why some big brands have actively opted out
With pre-orders open, we know which of Apple's Vision Pro apps will be pre-installed -- but we also know some major third-party apps have no current plans to support the device.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro battery life: Here's what to expect
Apple Vision Pro will land on the faces of the first buyers starting February 2. Along with pre-orders being live, we've got the final details on Vision Pro battery life and other specs from Apple. So how long can you use the headset on battery before plugging in? Here are all the details.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Pricing Tops Out at $3,900 for 1TB of Storage, Pre-orders Open Now
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders start today and with them come additional details like the range of storage options and prices.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro replacement/repair costs up to $2,399 without AppleCare
Apple has published its Vision Pro repair/replacement costs for issues like cracked front glass as well as a full replacement due to other damage. Replacing the $3,500+ headset for "other damage" will run $2,399 without Apple's extended warranty and the front glass alone is a $799 repair.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro shipping estimates begin slipping to March for some configurations
If you were hoping to get a Vision Pro on February 2 launch day, your time has run out. Shipping estimates for all three Vision Pro storage configurations have slipped to March less than an hour after pre-orders first started.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro supports AirPlay mirroring to iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and more
Apple has confirmed more details about Vision Pro's support for AirPlay. According to the company, Vision Pro supports up to 1080p AirPlay for mirroring your view in Apple Vision Pro to any AirPlay‑enabled device.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Supports AirPlay So Spectators Can See What's Happening
Apple Vision Pro is set to have a casting feature, which will let spectators keep an eye on the immersive action as it happens.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Weighs As Much As The 12.9-Inch iPad Pro, And A Lot More If You Count The External Battery
Apple's Vision Pro pre-orders went live today, and delivery dates have been pushed back to March in the first hour. The company has also shared technical details of the headset, which previously rested in the rumor mill. It has now been discovered that the Vision Pro headset weighs just as much as the 12.9-inch iPad Pro.
January 19, 2024 — Source

visionOS: Features, supported devices, and more
visionOS, Apple's Vision Pro software, is almost here.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Visions of Mana New Gameplay Overview Confirms Summer 2024 Release Window
Visions of Mana, the new entry in Square Enix's Mana series, is launching sometime this Summer, as confirmed by a Gameplay Overview video.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Watch how Apple makes each $3,499 Vision Pro spatial computer in this stunning video
The process of making the Vision Pro looks as good as the headset itself.
January 19, 2024 — Source

We finally know what's inside the Apple Vision Pro (tech specs revealed as pre-orders open)
The Apple Vision Pro is Apple's first standalone device in a completely new product category since the company launched the iPad in 2010. So it's not surprising that when Apple first unveiled its first "spatial computing" device, the focus was more on experiences than tech specs.
January 19, 2024 — Source

What I need from Apple to convince me to buy the Vision Pro
Like everyone else in the tech space, I was excited to hear Apple announce a new product category at WWDC this past summer. Despite this, I don't think Apple has done nearly enough to convince me to buy the Apple Vision Pro.
January 19, 2024 — Source

UK 'Body Coach' Joe Wicks to Make Guest Appearance on Apple Fitness+
Apple has announced that British fitness coach Joe Wicks MBE, also known as "The Body Coach," is set to make a guest appearance in Apple Fitness+ to "help users kick-start their fitness routine" this new year.
January 19, 2024 — Source

You can now pre-order the Apple Vision Pro
The price is still $3,499.
January 19, 2024 — Source

You can pre-order Apple Vision Pro now in 512GB and 1TB storage options
The premier mixed reality headset from Apple is open for pre-orders today, and power users will be happy to know one thing.
January 19, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 18th, 2024

Netflix Didn't Make An Apple Vision Pro App, And Won't Let Its iPad App Be Available
Netflix subscribers will have to access the streaming service on the web if they want to watch on Apple Vision Pro.
January 18, 2024 — Source

Netflix won't have a Vision Pro app, compromising the device's appeal
You'll be able to watch via the web browser, but that's far from ideal.
January 18, 2024 — Source

On Apple Vision Pro FOMO
Lest you forget, tomorrow is Apple Vision Pro pre-order day. At least in the United States, that is.
January 18, 2024 — Source

Super Fruit Ninja on Vision Pro Lets Gamers Chop Fruit With Hand Gestures
Fruit Ninja from Halfbrick Studios was developed for the iPhone in 2010, and since then, it's been one of the best-known mobile games. The Apple Arcade version is set to come to the Vision Pro, and Halfbrick today shared details on how it was customized for Apple's spatial computer.
January 18, 2024 — Source

YouTube and Spotify Apps Won't Be Available on Vision Pro
YouTube and Spotify do not plan to offer apps on the Vision Pro headset, according to a new report from Bloomberg. YouTube said that it is not developing a YouTube Vision Pro app, nor will it allow the YouTube iPad app to run on the device.
January 18, 2024 — Source

Varjo Aero Is No Longer Being Produced, With No Direct Successor
Varjo Aero, the company's first and only consumer-focused headset, is no longer being sold on its website as production has ended.
January 18, 2024 — Source

Zumba on the Quest 3 is my new favorite way to wake up
Start the year off right with Zumba on the Quest 3.
January 18, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 16th, 2024

Apple Announces Streaming Services and Sports Apps Available on Vision Pro at Launch
Apple today listed some streaming, video, and sports apps that will be available on the Vision Pro when the headset launches on February 2, including Disney+, ESPN, MLB, NBA, PGA Tour, Max, Discovery+, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, Peacock, Pluto TV, Tubi, Fubo, Crunchyroll, Red Bull TV, IMAX, TikTok, and MUBI. Major League Soccer fans can also access MLS Season Pass through the Apple TV app on the headset.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Highlights Guest and Travel Modes on Vision Pro
In a press release outlining entertainment options on the Vision Pro, Apple also briefly highlighted Guest User and Travel Mode features on the headset.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple pitches Vision Pro as 'ultimate entertainment device'
New entertainment experiences launching with Apple Vision Pro on February 2 should be dazzling, as users can turn any space into a personal theater, enjoy more than 150 3D movies and experience "the future of entertainment" with Immersive Video, Apple said Tuesday.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple previews new, groundbreaking entertainment experiences launching with Apple Vision Pro
With more pixels than a 4K TV for each eye, combined with an advanced Spatial Audio system, Vision Pro enables users to watch new shows and films from top streaming services including Apple Originals from Apple TV+, transport themselves to stunning landscapes with Environments, and enjoy all-new spatial experiences that were never possible before, like Encounter Dinosaurs.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Reveals Which Streaming Services Will Be Available on Vision Pro Headset at Launch
And more than 150 3D movies will be available on the headset, too.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro App Store Launches
Ahead of the Vision Pro launch that's coming on February 2, Apple has officially debuted the Vision Pro App Store. With the ‌App Store‌ live for the device, apps on the iOS ‌App Store‌ will soon list Vision Pro compatibility.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro granted FCC approval as US launch looms
Apple Vision Pro has officially been given FCC approval in the United States. The FCC today published filings from Apple and test reports, confirming that Vision Pro can be sold in the United States.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro hands-on, again, for the first time
I know what I saw, but I'm still trying to figure out where this headset fits in real life.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro hands-on, redux: Immersive Video, Disney+ app, floating keyboard and a little screaming
We got hands-on with the device once more before its official launch, with some new features available to test this time.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Lacks Wi-Fi 6E Support
Apple received FCC approval for the Vision Pro today in the U.S., and the filing confirms that the headset does not support Wi-Fi 6E.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro pre-reviews, this time with pictures!
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders in the US start on Friday, and reporters are getting their twelfth round of hands-on time with the hardware. That officially makes Vision Pro the most reviewed Apple hardware before journalists publish their actual reviews of Vision Pro.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Receives FCC Approval Ahead of Launch
Apple today received FCC approval for the upcoming Vision Pro headset, just days ahead of when pre-orders are set to go live for the device. FCC approval comes a little over two weeks before when the Vision Pro will be in the hands of consumers.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Reportedly Has The 10-Core GPU Variant Of The M2 Chipset & 16GB RAM
When announcing Vision Pro in June Apple revealed that it was powered by its M2 chipset (also used in Macs and iPad Pro), alongside a new R1 chip for processing sensor inputs. But the company hasn't yet detailed which variant of the M2 is in Vision Pro, nor how much RAM it's paired with.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro set to launch outside of the US before WWDC, Kuo says
While Apple Vision Pro is set to debut in the United States on February 2, Apple hasn't shared details about international availability just yet. In a new report published on Tuesday, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says the wait might not be too long for those international buyers...
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro to launch with 150 3D movies, immersive films and series, Disney+, Max and more
Apple has detailed a number of entertainment experiences that will be available at launch with its mixed-reality Apple Vision Pro, which goes on sale on February 2.
January 16, 2024 — Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro Will Have 3D Disney Movies And Entire Disney+ Catalog
Apple's $3,500 headset will include support for Disney's streaming catalog of films and TV shows.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro's virtual keyboard won't be great at launch
You're going to want a real bluetooth keyboard, not the virtual one built into visionOS.
January 16, 2024 — Source

First visionOS-ready apps now rolling out on the App Store
A few months ago, developers with access to an Apple Vision Pro Developer Kit were given access to the App Store to download compatible iPhone and iPad apps. As Vision Pro arrives in stores in February, Apple has made it possible for developers to submit their apps to the App Store. Starting today, these visionOS apps are now rolling out to users.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Hands-On: Toy Trains VR Successfully Captures Model Train Nostalgia
Toy Trains VR recaptures the childhood magic of model train sets. Available today on Quest, Steam and PSVR 2, here are our full impressions.
January 16, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Here's what you need to know about preordering the Apple Vision Pro
The Apple Vision Pro may not be available until February 2nd, but you can preorder it starting today in the US. Here's how.
January 16, 2024 — Source

International Vision Pro sales could begin before WWDC 2024 as Apple prepares for a truly global developer experience
The Vision Pro is coming to more countries, but when?
January 16, 2024 — Source

LG confirms it's releasing an XR headset. But is it the Meta Quest 3 Pro or its own?
LG is certainly working on a headset to rival the Apple Vision Pro. Here's what we know so far.
January 16, 2024 — Source

TCL To Launch Crowdfunding Campaign For RayNeo X2, The First Standalone AR Glasses
TCL will launch a crowdfunding campaign in February for RayNeo X2 standalone true AR glasses.
January 16, 2024 — Source

The Apple Vision Pro is basically a Mac mini on your face
Spatial computing headset features a high-end M2 with 16GB of RAM.
January 16, 2024 — Source

The ASUS AirVision M1 glasses give you big virtual screens in a travel-friendly package
Their MicroLED displays are also surprisingly sharp.
January 16, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.01.16): Apple prepares the launch of Vision Pro, Sony announces MR headset, and much more!
After the announcement of the release date of the Apple Vision Pro, the whole community is just waiting for its preorders to open up this Friday. I actually can't wait for the release date of February, 2nd, so we will see how much this headset is going to have an impact on the XR market.
January 16, 2024 — Source

The Apple Vision Pro has a 'guest' mode for your friends to try it
Your friends and family members will be able to try the Vision Pro without using Optic ID.
January 16, 2024 — Source

This patent could have Vision Pro owners writing and drawing in thin air with a futuristic Apple Pencil
Apple could be about to change the way people create art.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Hands-On: Reviewers Comment on Weight, Disney+ Experience, Virtual Keyboard and More
Apple this week invited members of the media to New York City for another round of testing the Vision Pro ahead of its launch, and sites that were able to try out the device are now sharing their impressions.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Immersive Video makes it the ultimate entertainment device, says Apple
Vision Pro Immersive Video makes it the ultimate entertainment device, according to Apple, as the company highlighted the entertainment capabilities of its spatial computer.
January 16, 2024 — Source

What it's like coding in VR using the Meta Quest 3?
If you have ever wondered whether you would be able to code effectively in a virtual reality environment or virtual studio you might be interested in a quick overview created by Software engineer Chris P.
January 16, 2024 — Source

With Vision Pro Pre-Orders Open, Apple Shows Us What The Headset Can Actually Do
More than seven months after the announcement of the Apple Vision Pro virtual reality headset and just over a week after it finally got a release date (February 2), Apple is finally getting into the weeds about what exactly it will be able to do at launch.
January 16, 2024 — Source

You can get an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and a Mac for the price of one Vision Pro
I can't share the headset with my wife? Here's why the Vision Pro's price tag is making even avid Apple fans think twice.
January 16, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 15th, 2024

3 AR smart glasses that may infiltrate your life soon
3 spectacles that make Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses look obsolete.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Apple hopes to convince people to buy its $3,500 Vision Pro headset using free 25-minute in-store demos
Have your face and glasses scanned in-store
January 15, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Virtual Keyboard Blasted As 'Complete Write-Off'
Anyone paying attention to Apple's Vision Pro headset unveiling at WWDC 2023 will have seen its virtual keyboard demo. The keyboard floats in mid-air, allowing you to input text in your spatial computing environment while wearing the device.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Asgard's Wrath 2 Review
Worthy Of The Gods
January 15, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro M2 Chip Said to Have 10 GPU, 8 CPU Cores
The Apple Vision Pro runs on an M2 chip equipped with ten GPU cores and eight CPU cores -- the same version used in Apple's higher-end MacBook Air models. That's according to a post on X (formerly Twitter) by Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro To Offer Slightly Increased Battery Runtime When Watching 2D Movies, But Nothing Too Extraordinary
The Apple Vision Pro has been rated to run a measly two hours on a single charge thanks to the small battery puck that comes attached to the AR headset. Fortunately, when watching movies, you might still be able to get some juice out of the device because updated information states that video playback will last for 2.5 hours.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Apple's Vision Pro demos will reportedly last 25 minutes
Apple's Vision Pro demos will reportedly last 25 minutes and include 3D images, movies, and apps.
January 15, 2024 — Source

If you want to demo the Vision Pro at an Apple Store, prepare to be there a while
Employees will scan your face and glasses before sitting you down for a 25-minute demonstration.
January 15, 2024 — Source

If you want to try Apple Vision Pro, get ready to wait a while
Apple knows how important it is to get the sales pitch right when you're spending $3,499.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Thinking of booking a Vision Pro appointment at your Apple store? Here's what to expect
25 minutes to try out Vision Pro.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Top insider claims one Apple Vision Pro feature "a complete write-off" before it even launches — "You'll want to buy a Bluetooth keyboard"
Apple Vision Pro's keyboard might not be all it has cracked up to be...
January 15, 2024 — Source

Leaked Videos Show How Quest 3's Mixed Reality 'Augments' Will Work
Leaked videos reveal more details about Quest 3's upcoming 'Augments' feature.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro demo experience in Apple Stores: Here's exactly what to expect
There are likely going to be a lot of people hoping to get an early Vision Pro demo, but if you do succeed in reserving a slot, we now have a good idea of what to expect.
January 15, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro: Here are the productivity and streaming apps you can expect
Vision Pro pre-orders are set to open on January 19 with the first deliveries slated for February 2. Ahead of the all-new device arriving in the real world, here are the productivity, streaming, and other Vision Pro apps with the new spatial experience you can expect at launch.
January 15, 2024 — Source

VRROOM: Lessons learnt building a VR social platform that arrived at the top place on a VR store
It's exactly one year since we launched the Alpha of the VRROOM platform, the social XR space dedicated to concerts and life shows. We started this project from scratch in July 2022, and in this one year and a half, we have built a lot and obtained remarkable results: we collaborated with important artists like Armani White and Jean-Michel Jarre, won some awards, and one day we even reached the top place of the Pico Store.
January 15, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 13th, 2024

Meta Restores Quest's TV Casting Capability Just 2 Weeks After Removing It
Quest headsets had been able to cast the wearer's view to devices that support the Google Cast protocol, such as Google TV sticks, Chromecast sticks, TVs with Chromecast built-in, and Android TV boxes, since the original Oculus Quest in 2019 - and even before that with the Oculus Go
January 13, 2024 — Source

Ready or not, here comes Apple Vision Pro! [The CultCast]
This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: Will Apple Vision Pro win the world over to "spatial computing" when it launches on February 2? With the $3,499 mixed-reality headset coming so close to reality, it's time for a serious talk.
January 13, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 12th, 2024

10 Years Ago Zuckerberg Bought Oculus to Outmaneuver Apple, Will He Succeed?
A decade ago Zuckerberg made a $2 billion bet. XR was the future of computing, he wagered, and in buying a little known startup called Oculus, Meta would beat Apple to the punch.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Apple won the CES headset game without showing up
The Vision Pro wasn't at CES, but it had a huge presence anyway.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Audio Radar helps gamers with hearing loss 'see' sound effects instead
At CES 2024, the company announced a new SDK and partnership with Logitech.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Google All But Confirms It's No Longer Working On Its Own AR Glasses
Google is eliminating hundreds of roles in its hardware division, mostly from its first-party AR hardware team.
January 12, 2024 — Source

I bought custom lenses for my Meta Quest 3, but not every eyeglass wearer needs them. Do you?
Confused about how glasses work with Meta's headset? Our own myopic David Gewirtz writes his prescription for how you can achieve optimal VR compatibility (with lots of photos).
January 12, 2024 — Source

I got a rare demo of Sony's new XR headset at CES 2024 and here's what I learned
From the comfort level to the high-fidelity graphics to how well the flip-up display and wearable controllers work, here are my first impressions of Sony's XR headset.
January 12, 2024 — Source

ICYMI: 5 Big VR Updates From January So Far
Looking for more VR updates? Here's what you may have missed:
January 12, 2024 — Source

Movie-loving Vision Pro buyers face a problem — battery life. Here's seven great films that run longer than a single charge (including a couple of Apple's own Oscar hopefuls)
Apple Vision Pro releases in the U.S. in just a few weeks on February 2, and that's got me thinking about how I'd like to use Apple's first foray into AR/VR (if I could afford one, at least).
January 12, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 11th, 2024

Google's AR Ambitions Stymied as Company Guts Hardware Team
Google is reorganizing a number of its hardware teams, which will see layoffs affecting a few hundred roles across its Devices & Services units. As reported by 9to5Google, Google's first-party AR hardware team is taking the brunt of the blow.
January 11, 2024 — Source

iOS 17.3 Beta drops 'Pro' from 'Apple Vision' — could another model be on the way already?
In the latest beta version of iOS 17.3, snippets of code were discovered that replaced Apple Vision Pro with Apple Vision across the iPhone's software.
January 11, 2024 — Source

'Secret of Retropolis' Sequel and MR Spin-off Releasing This Month, Trailer Here
Peanut Button, the indie studio behind adventure game The Secret of Retropolis (2021), announced two new titles are coming this month, both the game's long-awaited VR sequel as well as a new MR spin-off game.
January 11, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Will Apple's new Vision Pro mixed reality headset change how we relive memories?
Imagine this: you're at the beach enjoying the day with your friends. You take in the shining sun and the calm waves that can be heard in the distance. Wanting to capture the moment, you grab your smartphone and take a video.
January 11, 2024 — Source

World's First Augmented Reality Laptop Has 100-Inch Display, Costs $2,150
The company has moved its 'Spacetop' AR laptop out of early access and is making it available in limited quantities.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Xreal Air 2 Ultra hands-on at CES 2024: Next-gen AR glasses in need of killer apps
Its success will ultimately depend on its app ecosystem.
January 11, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 10th, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: January 10, 2024 -- Vision Pro specs, 3D movies
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple's Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
January 10, 2024 — Source

AirDrop crack: Apple was made aware of the vulnerability in 2019
The security vulnerability which seemingly led to an AirDrop crack by a Chinese state institute has been known to Apple since at least 2019, according to a new report.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Apple @ Work: Kandji now allows Apple IT admins to configure iOS and iPadOS home screens remotely
Apple @ Work is brought to you by Kolide, the device trust solution that ensures that if a device isn't secure, it can't access your cloud apps. If you have Okta, Kolide can help you get your fleet to 100% compliance.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Knockoffs Are Already Here
Apple has always been a trendsetter, with hopeful competitors copying everything from the company's iconic marketing campaigns to its unique industrial design language. Still, we didn't expect to see a knock-off of Vision Pro so soon.
January 10, 2024 — Source

ASUS AirVision M1 glasses won't excite anyone interested in Vision Pro
So far, none of the three companies to announce have sought to take on Vision Pro with a truly comparable product, and the AirVision M1 glasses don't change that ...
January 10, 2024 — Source

BBEdit Version 15.0
Powerful text and HTML editor.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Developers Will Require An Apple Silicon Mac To Start Making visionOS Apps
Apple wants developers to forget about the utility of owning an Intel-based Mac if they ever want to make visionOS apps for the Vision Pro. The company has provided a disclaimer that they will need a machine featuring an M1, M2, M3, or their more powerful SoC variants to make apps for the mixed-reality platform.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Mac touchscreen displays go widescreen
New, larger touchscreen displays announced at CES
January 10, 2024 — Source

macOS Sonoma 14.3 beta 3 released to developers
Apple has recently made macOS Sonoma 14.3 beta 3 available to developers, following the release of the second beta a week earlier. This update is also anticipated to be accessible to public beta testers soon.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Microsoft's HoloLens goes galactic in $19.8M augmented reality adventure
US Space Force harnesses Azure cloudy computing for orbital training
January 10, 2024 — Source

Rec Room Will Get Full Body Avatars By March, Though Without Tracking At Launch
Rec Room is getting full body avatars in March.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Sony demonstrates a professional MR headset based on its 4K OLED microdisplays
Sony is demonstrating an early-stage MR headset, based on dual 1.3" 4K OLED microdisplays (or at least this is what is assumed, as Sony did not exactly detail the displays). The headset, which isn't yet a product, uses Qualcomm's XR2+ Gen 2 processor, includes passthrough video (soft-AR), and unique controllers.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Sony's new XR headset is more 'pro' than Vision Pro and has 2 features Apple needs
The Sony-Siemens high-end VR and AR device is aimed at 3D content creators and engineers, and its thoughtful design could impact other products -- even Apple's.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Sony's XR headset is coming later this year sporting latest Snapdragon SoC and dual 4K OLED displays
OLED microdisplays will provide 4K resolution in each eye - roughly double that of PSVR 2
January 10, 2024 — Source

Toolbox for Google Docs Version 7.1.6
Selection of print templates and graphics for Google Docs.
January 10, 2024 — Source

VRChat Can Now Automatically Generate A Mobile Version Of Your PC Avatar
VRChat can now automatically generate fallback version of your PC avatar that mobile users can see.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Web Confidential Version 5.4.3
Secure data storage solution.
January 10, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 9th, 2024

Apple Asks Vision Pro Developers to Avoid 'VR' Branding and Hints at 'Vision' Product Line
Apple is asking developers to avoid mention of "AR" and "VR," as well as the Vision Pro as a generic "headset," when listing their apps on the visionOS App Store.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple 'Carefully Orchestrating' Vision Pro Reviews With Multiple Meetings
Apple has a detailed plan for Apple Vision Pro reviews, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. YouTubers and members of the media selected for reviews will meet with Apple on January 16 for a hands-on experience, with a follow-up meeting to take place on January 23 to go over the device's features a second time.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple debuts first ad for its Vision Pro spatial computer
Apple on Monday announced that the Apple Vision Pro spatial computer will be available beginning Friday, February 2, at all U.S. Apple Store locations and the U.S. Apple Store online. The company has now debuted its first "TV" ad for the device.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple guidelines suggest Vision Pro AR and VR apps are "spatial computing apps"
The Apple way
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Removing 'Pro' From Apple Vision Pro In Latest iOS 17 Beta Codes, Hints At Cheaper Apple Vision For Future
Apple has recently announced that it will launch the Vision Pro headset on February 2, while pre-orders will go live the following week. The company shared a boatload of details in its press release, including the lens price and the accessories you will get with the $3,499 headset.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Reveals Vision Pro Release Date, Here's How to Pre-order
Apple has finally revealed the availability details for the Apple Vision Pro. The futuristic mixed reality headset is expected to change how we experience the Apple ecosystem. Pre-orders for the Vision Pro begin on Friday, January 19. Meanwhile, the Vision Pro will appear in the Apple Store starting Friday, February 2, across the US.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple says its new Vision Pro isn't VR or AR, it's 'spatial computing'
By declaring its take on VR as a new 'era' completely void of, well, VR, Apple clears a very messy slate.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple tells developers not to call their AR or VR apps AR or VR apps
They're supposed to be 'spatial computing' apps for visionOS.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Features 16GB of RAM and Likely Up to 1TB of Storage
Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset is equipped with 16GB of unified memory, according to files related to the device in Xcode 15.2.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro likely to sell out soon after it is available -- Ming-Chi Kuo
Apple's Vision Pro spatial computer should sell out soon after it is available, thanks to demand from Apple's core fans and heavy users, resulting in a longer shipping time, according to TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Releases On February 2 For $3499, Here's When Preorders Open
It's here—the Apple Vision Pro spatial virtual headset will be available in the US in less than a month. If you have an extra $3,500 lying around, you can put your order down for a unit (early-adopter bugs and all) on pre-order on Friday, January 19.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Everything you need to know
Apple has revealed that its headset will be available for sale on February 2.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple Won't Let Vision Pro Developers Describe Their Apps As VR, AR, MR, Or XR
Apple is imposing strict requirements on how developers describe their Vision Pro apps.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple's first Vision Pro ad makes strapping a giant headset to your face kinda cool
Just like Iron Man.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple's First Vision Pro Ad Tells The World To 'Get Ready' To Put On A Headset
Apple released a teaser ad for Vision Pro cleverly telling viewers to "get ready" to put on a headset.
January 9, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple's First Vision Pro Ad Turns to Pop-culture to Make Goggles Cool
Apple is turning on the hype machine for Vision Pro, its first mixed reality headset which is set to release early next month for $3,500. Apple's marketing department is undeniably one of the world's strongest, but it's attempting one of the most difficult feats with the headset's first real advert: to make wearing goggles cool.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Apple's Latest Vision Pro Commercial Is One Big Easter Egg For Longtime iPhone Fans
The quirky ad, titled "Get Ready," includes a montage of footage and characters from iconic movies like Iron Man, Up, Ant-Man, and Star Wars: Episode IV -- A New Hope wearing things like masks, goggles, and helmets over their faces. The ad culminates with a scene showcasing a person wearing the Apple Vision Pro headset.
January 9, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple's Vision Pro Ad Wants to Make it Cool to Wear a Headset
Apple released its first video ad promoting the company's Vision Pro. Aptly titled "Get Ready," the short ad follows on the heels of yesterday's official launch announcement for the headset.
January 9, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple's Vision Pro AR Headset Cheat Sheet: Release Date, Price and More
When will Apple's Vision Pro AR headset be released? How much will the new Apple VR headset cost? Find out what you need to know with our cheat sheet.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Asus targets Apple's Vision Pro (with M2) with the AirVision M1
Asus' wearable screen isn't a VR headset, but the name certainly reminds us of one.
January 9, 2024 — Source

First Vision Pro ad harks back to classic iPhone Hello advert
Apple's fun new Get Ready video for the upcoming Vision Pro headset is clearly intended to ratchet up the hype for the spatial computing device scheduled for release in early February.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Get ready: This is Apple's first ad for the Vision Pro
This looks...familiar.
January 9, 2024 — Source

How to think about Apple and spatial computing
When it comes to Apple's visionOS, enterprise IT decision-makers must understand where the company is trying to go with its soon-to-debut new AR/VR product range.
January 9, 2024 — Source

How To Test Out An Apple Vision Pro Before Buying One
The Apple Vision Pro is a brand-new augmented reality headset designed to seamlessly integrate digital content into your physical surroundings. There has been a lot of chatter about AR in tech circles, with many enthusiasts believing that it's the future of digital interface technology. So it will certainly be a big deal when Apple throws its hat in the ring.
January 9, 2024 — Source

HTC Vive XR Elite 'Full Face Tracker' Addon With Eye Tracking Is Out Now
The HTC Vive XR Elite 'Full Face Tracker' addon is now available, priced at $200.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Apple Vision Pro to Sell Out Fast, Leading to Long Shipping Delays
Apple on Monday announced it would begin accepting pre-orders for its new Vision Pro headset on January 19, with an official launch in the U.S. to follow on February 2. But if you're in the market for one, you may have to move fast, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Worlds v144 Release Notes
Meta Horizon Worlds v144 is here! We're easing into 2024 with a fairly lightweight update this week, including some quality of life improvements and bug fixes.
January 9, 2024 — Source

New Apple Vision Pro advert is like a whistle stop tour of Hollywood history via glasses, goggles and headsets — how many movies and shows featured can you name?
From Star Wars to Back to The Future, the Vision Pro is among good company in this new advert.
January 9, 2024 — Source

No, Netflix Is Not Releasing Its Own VR Headset, but Here's What's Going On
The streamer's immersive display on show at CES 2024 is meant to give you something to talk about.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Sony's mixed reality headset for 'spatial content creation' arrives later this year
It comes with some funky controllers.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Sony's XR HMD Mixed-Reality Headset is Built for Spatial Content Creation
CES is in full swing, with announcements popping out right and left. A regular participant at CES, Sony has announced a mixed-reality headset explicitly built for spatial content creators.
January 9, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.1.9): Apple Vision Pro launches on 2/2, Qualcomm announces new chipset for Samsung headset, and more!
The holidays are just over, and the fun for us has already started with the CES, where a lot of pieces of tech news have already been announced. I'm not there (I've still never been to CES...), but as usual I will follow the news and report it on this blog, so stay tuned!
January 9, 2024 — Source

Top Apple analyst says the Apple Vision Pro "should sell out soon after it is available" — Apple's AR headset is set for a huge launch
The Apple Vision Pro could be a big hit.
January 9, 2024 — Source

What's in the Apple Vision Pro box? Here are all the accessories you get for free with the spatial computing headset — including a polishing cloth!
There's a few freebies thrown in when you buy the $3,499 Apple Vision Pro.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro competition heating up, with Sony announcing its own device
We saw the first potential Vision Pro competitor yesterday, in the form of the $699 Xreal Air 2 Ultra -- and Sony has also now announced its own device. Interestingly, it doesn't yet appear to have a name.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Vive XR Elite Gets Face-tracking Add-on with Eye & Mouth Sensing
Available starting today
January 9, 2024 — Source

You probably won't be able to buy a Vision Pro even if you want one
Expect the headset to sell out when it goes on sale on January 19.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Xcode files reveal Vision Pro RAM details, but what about storage capacities?
While Apple announced a handful of new details about Vision Pro yesterday, there are still a lot of things we don't know. An update to Xcode, however, appears to have at least revealed that Vision Pro features 16GB of RAM inside.
January 9, 2024 — Source

XREAL Air 2 Pro (2024) review: Leaving HoloLens in the dust, the sky's the limit for XREAL
XREAL's Air 2 Pro is an incredible glimpse of the future. Emphasis on future.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Xreal Announces Air 2 Ultra AR Glasses Ahead of Apple Vision Pro Release
China-based XR company Xreal (previously Nreal) announced its newest pair of glasses at CES 2024, marking the company's return to augmented reality right as Apple is prepping its $3,500 Vision Pro for its upcoming launch.
January 9, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 8th, 2024

Apple is going to offer Vision Pro demos at its retail stores
You can sign up for demos starting February 2nd.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases New Versions of TestFlight and Xcode With Vision Pro Support, Starts Accepting visionOS Apps
Apple today released Xcode 15.2 and TestFlight version 3.5, both of which have been updated with support for the Vision Pro headset that is set to come out in early February.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple Stole CES Without Being There -- Again
The Vision Pro headset's Feb. 2 launch date swooped in over Las Vegas, overshadowing VR/AR news at the massive trade show, conjuring memories of the iPad and iPhone launches.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple teases 'spatial games' and over 150 3D movies for Vision Pro
Apple has shared a few details on what kind of games and content will be available for Vision Pro. According to the company, there will be a collection of new "spatial games" available for Vision Pro, as well as a vast category of 3D movies.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Battery Supports Up to 2.5 Hours of 2D Video Playback
Under cover of its Vision Pro headset launch date announcement, Apple has revealed that the external battery supports up to 2.5 hours of 2D video playback, half an hour more than it offers in "general use" on a single charge.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Launches This February, Preorders Available Starting January
The $3,500 VR and AR headset finally has a release date.
January 8, 2024 — Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro "spatial computing" headset launches Feb 2, pre-orders begin Jan 19
With a $3,499 starting price for an Apple Vision Pro model with 256GB of storage, it will be one of the most expensive virtual/augmented reality headsets to date. But it's also got some of the most advanced technology of any wearable computer to date.
January 8, 2024 — Source or Source or Source or Source or Source

Apple Vision Pro will launch in February — $3,499 for 256GB storage
The $3,499 headset will be available in stores and online.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro U.S. Release Date Announced
Finally a reality.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Everything you need to know
Apple has revealed that its headset will be available for sale on February 2.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Apple's $3,499 Vision Pro launches in the US on February 2, 2024
In June 2023, Apple unveiled its first mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro. After months of anticipation, the company is finally ready to ship its "revolutionary spatial computer" in the United States to those willing to shell out $3,499.
January 8, 2024 — Source

It's official: Apple Vision Pro is coming on February 2
Finally!
January 8, 2024 — Source

The first exclusive Meta Quest 3 game is already here
Townsmen VR just made a stealth debut.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro's Persona feature will be considered a 'beta' at launch
One of the more divisive features of Vision Pro is "Persona," which Apple describes as a digital representation of a person created using machine learning techniques.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Xreal Air 2 Ultra 'Vision Pro competitor' has been announced -- at $699
The first claimed Vision Pro competitor has been announced, in the form of the Xreal Air 2 Ultra. The device is powered by the shiny new spatial computing chip Qualcomm announced on Friday, and costs just a fifth of the price of Vision Pro.
January 8, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 7th, 2024

Apple begins shipping Vision Pro to US warehouses
Apple reportedly already started shipping the Vision Pro headset in small quantities to its U.S. warehouses. From there, the AR headset will reach the company's retail stores.
January 7, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Launch Just Around The Corner, As Company's Retail Stores Are Reportedly Entering 'Preparation' Mode
The Apple Vision Pro could arrive at the company's retail outlets shortly, with an earlier report stating that the mixed-reality headset could launch in the last week of January. A ton has been riding on this product, so Apple likely wants everything to go right, which is why new information states that the company's retail stores are entering preparation mode as they await the first batch to set up.
January 7, 2024 — Source

Bloomberg: Vision Pro now shipping to US distribution warehouses, Apple retail preparing for February launch
In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that the launch preparations for Apple Vision Pro are in full swing, across Apple's retail division and the supply chain.
January 7, 2024 — Source

Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Steers Onto Quest & PC VR
Developed by Battle Bows studio WIMO Games, Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem marks the latest Hasbro brand adapted for VR, following the now-delisted NERF Ultimate ChampionshipNERF Ultimate Championship.
January 7, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

These $699 AR glasses support Vision Pro's most dramatic feature, and they're not made by Apple
Xreal is debuting the Air 2 Ultra at CES 2024, featuring six degrees of freedom via dual 3D environment sensors, support for spatial videos, and more.
January 7, 2024 — Source

XREAL wants to undercut the Apple Vision Pro with its 'Ultra' AR glasses
Designed to display Apple's spatial videos at a higher PPD than Vision Pro, the XREAL Air 2 Ultra has us excited for AR glasses' future.
January 7, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — January 6th, 2024

7 Features That Will Help You Get The Most Out Of Your Meta Quest 3 VR Headset
The Meta Quest 3 is the latest and potentially greatest VR headset from Meta, if not any manufacturer. This recent release improves almost everything VR enthusiasts loved about Meta's previous Quest headsets and also fixes some of their flaws. Sure, battery life is worse than ever, but given all the new, more powerful technology under the hood, that issue could still count as an upgrade.
January 6, 2024 — Source

Asgard's Wrath 2 review: VR's Ocarina of Time
A truly groundbreaking experience that pushes VR to the next level.
January 6, 2024 — Source

VR and AR in 2024: Apple, Samsung, Google, Meta, AI, and a quest for function

January 6, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 29th, 2023

I had a blast playing 'Squid Game Virtuals' at a VR arcade — but here's why I likely won't return
After years of hype, virtual reality still hasn't achieved mainstream consumer adoption. But it sure helped my group of friends have a ton of fun earlier this month.
December 29, 2023 — Source

It's Almost Here: My Big Questions for Vision Pro

December 29, 2023 — Source

The XREAL Air 2 smart glasses are a huge improvement from the original model
Most of our gripes from the original glasses have been fixed.
December 29, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 28th, 2023

Apple said to launch Vision Pro with brighter, more efficient RGB OLEDoS displays in 2027
Market research firm Diaom predicts that Apple plans to launch a future-gen Apple Vision Pro with Red (R) Green (G) Blue (B) OLEDoS (OLED on Silicon) which would offer displays with improved brightness and efficiency in 2027.
December 28, 2023 — Source

Apple Plans To Make The Vision Pro 2 Displays Brighter And More Power Efficient, But The Switch Can Take Years
Apple's Vision Pro is all the hype as the company gears to launch the headset in early 2024. Announced at its WWDC event in June, the company failed to provide the wearable's exact launch time frame. While we are still waiting for the launch, the company is already working on the second-gen version of the Vision Pro, which is expected to feature a brighter display than the original model with better efficiency.
December 28, 2023 — Source

Apple Vision Pro 2 is set to get an even better display that could be worth waiting for
But it could be a long wait.
December 28, 2023 — Source

How To Charge Oculus/Meta Quest Controllers
When it comes to at-home VR, we're somewhat spoiled for choice these days — both in terms of headsets and the games themselves. This steady rise in consumer-level virtual reality has, of course, led to numerous improvements across both the hardware and software, including the development of simpler ways for you to keep everything charged.
December 28, 2023 — Source

One of the best Meta Quest features is being removed
Casting to a Chromecast is getting more difficult.
December 28, 2023 — Source

RayNeo Air 2 AR Glasses Review: Impressive Mini OLED Visuals Marred by Poor Audio and No-Frills Accessories
The RayNeo Air 2 offers bright Mini OLED displays but is lacking in configurability and value-adds
December 28, 2023 — Source

Vision Pro 2 Rumored to Gain Brighter and More Efficient Displays
Apple's second-generation Vision Pro headset will feature more advanced micro-OLED displays that offer higher brightness and improved efficiency, according to market research firm Omdia (via The Elec).
December 28, 2023 — Source

What I want to see from VR in 2024
It's a wishlist predicated on industry trends.
December 28, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 27th, 2023

25 Free Games & Apps Quest 3 Owners Should Download First
Not ready to plonk down your first $100 on Quest games? Thankfully there's an impressive number of free games, experiences, apps, and social VR platforms to keep you playing before you're paying—all of them compatible with Quest 2, Quest Pro, and Meta's latest, Quest 3.
December 27, 2023 — Source

ZDNET's product of the year: Meta Quest 3 is the quiet shocker of 2023
Against all odds, the Meta Quest 3 headset delivered a quality upgrade and a set of experiences beyond gaming that could bring a lot more people into VR.
December 27, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 26th, 2023, 2023

Apple expecting to ship a cautious half a million Vision Pro headsets as company prepares for early 2024 launch of its first all-new product since Apple Watch
Apple lines up first shipment of advanced Vision Pro wearable computers, but it'll be a cautious introduction.
December 26, 2023 — Source

Bloomberg: Vision Pro production moving at full speed, February launch planned
Get your wallets ready. Bloomberg reports that Apple is ramping up production of its impending Vision Pro headset. The current goal is for the first units to be ready by the end of January, with a retail launch planned for February.
December 26, 2023 — Source

Disk Space Analyzer Version 4.1.8
Identify space-consuming files on your hard disk.
December 26, 2023 — Source

Microsoft deprecates Windows Mixed Reality, several headsets could become e-waste
Required apps remain available for a few more years
December 26, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 24th, 2023

4 Affordable Virtual Reality Headsets For Beginners
At least some form of virtual reality has been around for quite a long time, but it was often extremely cost-prohibitive. There are still expensive VR setups, to be sure, with Apple's $3,499 Vision Pro coming early in 2024, but some people simply don't want to spend that kind of money on a mostly unknown product.
December 24, 2023 — Source

First 16 things to do with your Meta Quest 3
The best Meta Quest 3 tips and tricks to get the most out of your new VR headset.
December 24, 2023 — Source

Sony sticks its foot into VR — patent reveals trackball foot controller that boosts immersion for players in smaller rooms
Sony aims to solve the challenge of immersive play in space-constrained environments.
December 24, 2023 — Source

What to Know About EndeavorRX, the Video Game to Treat ADHD
The FDA extended its authorization to more kids and teens; adults can play it without prescription. Here's what to know about it.
December 24, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 23rd, 2023

Xreal Air 2 Pro Review

December 23, 2023 — Source

Xreal Air 2 Pro: My New Favorite Display Glasses
They're a great in-your-face monitor choice when combined with Xreal's Beam connection box.
December 23, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 22nd, 2023

Firewall Ultra VR Studio First Contact Entertainment Announces Closure
First Contact Entertainment, the team behind VR games like 2018's Firewall: Zero Hour and this year's Firewall Ultra on PSVR 2, has announced it is closing, as reported by Gematsu. After almost eight years as a studio, it will shut down at the end of the year. It cites a lack of VR support within the industry.
December 22, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Avatars SDK Update Improves Graphics & Finally Adds Legs
The publicly available Meta Avatars SDK finally includes legs.
December 22, 2023 — Source

Meta Hints It Might Demo A 'Prohibitively Expensive' AR Glasses Prototype In 2024
Meta's CTO seemed to suggest the company could demo a highly advanced true AR glasses prototype in 2024.
December 22, 2023 — Source

Microsoft is Pulling the Plug on Windows VR Headsets
Microsoft announced this week that it plans to remove support for its entire WMR platform on Windows, which could make Windows VR headsets inoperable.
December 22, 2023 — Source

Microsoft Pulls the Plug on Windows Mixed Reality, Reportedly Downsizing VR Division
Microsoft is discontinuing Windows Mixed Reality. This was discovered when the company added it to a list of deprecated Windows features. The Windows Mixed Reality platform, along with its accompanying Mixed Reality Portal app, and Mixed Reality for Steam VR, are on the list. For now it is deprecated, and Microsoft says that it will be removed in a future release of Windows.
December 22, 2023 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2023.12.19): Vision Pro is slated for January, Quest 2 is selling incredibly well, and more!
In this crazy end of the year, here I am, on Friday, the 22nd, writing a roundup with the date of Tuesday, the 19th. The fact is, I had a crazily busy week, so I did not have time to write anything... but this roundup I prepared on Tuesday was so rich that I could not skip it, so I'm just writing it for you now... a bit late, but better late than never. Since it's very late,
December 22, 2023 — Source

UploadVR's Best of VR 2023 Awards -- Game Of The Year & More
2023 was a packed year for VR, with a bunch of new hardware releases and a plethora of exciting new VR games across several platforms. This year, our Best of VR Awards will highlight our picks for the best hardware and software of the calendar year across multiple categories, with one winner and a few honorable mentions for each.
December 22, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — December 21st, 2023

A skin-integrated multimodal haptic interface to produce immersive tactile experiences
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies have become increasingly advanced over the past decade or so, enabling highly engaging gaming experiences and new forms of media entertainment. Yet there is still significant room to improvement, particularly in terms of artificially stimulating other senses beyond vision and hearing.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Apple ramps up Vision Pro production, aiming for launch by February
Apple Inc. is ramping up production of the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, setting the stage for a launch by February, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Headset Production Hits Full Speed To Hit This Launch Target
Apple is looking to have its newest product, the Vision Pro headset, ready for launch in February according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. To meet this launch window manufacturers in China are currently working at "full speed" to ensure enough units are ready to go for customers eager to try out Apple's newest offering.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Apple's $3,499 Vision Pro AR/VR headset could hit stores in February 2024 as employees and developers prepare for a rare new product category
It's almost time.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Goodbye Windows Mixed Reality, we hardly knew Microsoft's VR software
Like many companies, Microsoft made a big bet on virtual & augmented reality a few years back. But it looks like the company has decided that bet hasn't really paid off.
December 21, 2023 — Source

How to get the best fit for your true wireless earbuds
Get comfortable when you plug your ears.
December 21, 2023 — Source

How to preserve your memories in 3D spatial videos without the $3,500 Vision Pro
iOS 17.2 has delivered the ability to save memories in Apple's immersive 3D spatial video format. The neat part is whether you plan to pick up Vision Pro or pass on it, you can record Vision Pro spatial videos with iPhone 15 Pro.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Microsoft gives up on its Mixed Reality VR for Windows
The idea that never really took off.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Microsoft is killing Windows Mixed Reality, a major Windows 10 headlining feature
Back in January 2015, when Microsoft first unveiled Windows 10 at its "Windows 10: The Next Chapter" event, the company also revealed its Microsoft HoloLens augmented reality (AR) / mixed reality (MR) headset.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Microsoft is nixing its Windows mixed reality platform
This shouldn't impact the enterprise-focused Hololens 2.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Microsoft will continue working on its HoloLens mixed reality headset for the US Army
Earlier today, we reported that Microsoft had quietly deprecated its Windows Mixed Reality platforma> and will remove it from a future Windows update. The move put into question Microsoft's previously announced plans to work with the US Army on a HoloLens-based headset labeled IVAS (Integrated Visual Augmentation System).
December 21, 2023 — Source

The best VR accessories for 2024
If you own a VR headset, these accessories are must-haves for the ultimate virtual reality experience.
December 21, 2023 — Source

Nick Sutrich's Top 10 of 2023
Talk about an eventful year!
December 21, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 19th, 2023

The latest Meta Quest 3 update could end VR motion sickness as we know it
Upper body tracking could be the key we've been looking for.
December 19, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 18th, 2023

Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint Web Apps Are Now Available On The Quest Store
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are now available on the Meta Quest Store.
December 18, 2023 — Source

Ocean Rift Mixed Reality Update On Quest Turns Your Room Into An Aquarium
Ocean Rift got an mixed reality update on Quest that turns your room into an aquarium.
December 18, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — December 15th, 2023

Apple Vision Pro rival Samsung Galaxy Glass could launch early next year
Samsung originally announced plans for its mixed reality headset earlier this year
December 15, 2023 — Source

Can typing with the Vision Pro virtual keyboard be satisfying?
With Vision Pro just around the corner, Apple continues to offer media demos. Brian Tong includes some new developments with visionOS after his most recent hands-on time with the device. This includes a first impression after typing with the Vision Pro virtual keyboard.
December 15, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

How to Turn Off Voice Control When Headphones Are in iPhone
Having Voice Control randomly turn on while your headphones are in your iPhone can be a frustrating experience. Here's how you can stop it:
December 15, 2023 — Source

Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps have launched for Meta Quest VR headsets
Earlier this week, Microsoft and Meta announced that the Xbox Cloud Gaming app was now available to download and use for the Meta Quest 2, 3 and Pro VR headsets. However, Microsoft has also quietly added versions of its Word, Excel, and PowerPoint productivity apps to the Meta Quest store this week as well.
December 15, 2023 — Source

Quest owners can use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in VR, but do you really want to?
Three of Microsoft's Office apps are now available on Meta's Quest headsets, and while they aren't optimized for VR, they work in a pinch.
December 15, 2023 — Source

Quest's Uncropped PC 'Casting 2.0' Now Works Wirelessly Over Wi-Fi
Quest's uncropped PC Casting 2.0 no longer requires a USB 3.0 cable.
December 15, 2023 — Source

'Resident Evil 4' VR Mode Launches on PSVR 2 with Free Demo
The official VR mode for the Resident Evil 4 (2023) remake is now available on PSVR 2 as a free download to the base game. For those that don't already own the game, Capcom has also released a free demo to give you a taste of the most immersive way to play this classic zombie horror shooter.
December 15, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

Steam Link for Quest Brings Significant Visual Improvement Thanks to Supersampling
Valve hasn't wasted any time in pushing out patches to its recently updated Steam Link function, which lets Quest users wirelessly connect to their PCs to play SteamVR games

. Users with particularly great PC setups should expect a "significant improvement" in how PC VR games look on Quest now.
December 15, 2023 — Source

The best VR headsets for 2024
Virtual reality is here, and there's never been a better time to snag a VR headset.
December 15, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 14th, 2023

Best Meta Quest 2 Games, Apps and Experiences
Art, fitness, multiplayer sports, virtual theater and strange worlds: Here's our list of the Meta Quest 2 games to check out first.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Buy Meta Quest 3, Get a Free Game We Gave a 10/10
This is a bundle you don't want to miss out on.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Cooking Simulator VR launches Dec 15 on PS VR2
Maximum resolution, 120 fps, headset vibrations and more: discover Gameboom VR's recipe for sim success.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Cuteness Overload: 'Neko Atsume Purrfect Kitty Collector' Now Available on Meta Quest
Neko Atsume has been letting people collect and admire digital cats for nearly a decade. And starting today, you can pick them up and give them a cuddle, too!
December 12, 2023 — Source

How to get the latest HomePod software update
Your HomePod is a lot more than a simple speaker — it's a whole computer. And like any computer it has an operating system that needs occasional updates. Here's how to make sure your Apple smart speaker has the software version released on Tuesday.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Huawei Unveils Unique Wireless Earbuds That Don't Actually Go Inside Your Ear Canal
Huawei has revealed a different take on the open-air earbud by adding some high fashion, professional flare along with flagship features to it. Called the FreeClip, Huawei utilizes a unique "C-bridge" design that allows the earpiece to stay secured in (but not into your ear canal) and around your ear.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Last chance! Get the best Meta Quest 2 deal I've ever seen, just moments before the Christmas cutoff
It's a good day to be a procrastinator.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Meta Quest owners can now play Xbox games on their headsets
Xbox Cloud Gaming gives VR holdouts more of a reason to invest in a VR headset
December 12, 2023 — Source

Neko Atsume on Quest is cute, cuddly, and a great use of mixed reality
Neko Atsume Purrfect Kitty Collector is available today for Meta's VR headsets.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Neko Atsume Purrfect Hands-On: Cute VR Introduction For Newcomers
Neko Atsume Purrfect feels like a great introductory experience for VR newcomers. Available today on Quest, here's our hands-on impressions:
December 12, 2023 — Source

Researcher creates VR sequences to test eyewitness statements
Eyewitness statements are one of the key sources for identifying perpetrators—and one of the most error-prone. For example, the Innocence Project—an organization that works to clear up miscarriages of justice in the U.S.—states that incorrect eyewitness statements played a role in 64% of the cases in which it was able to secure the release of people who had been wrongly convicted.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Review: Wallace & Gromit In The Grand Getaway Offers A Fine Day Out
Wallace & Gromit in the Grand Getaway successfully translates the films into a VR adventure with a few hiccups. Here's our full review:
December 12, 2023 — Source

Steam Link For Quest Gets 'Advanced Supersample Filtering' To Reduce Aliasing
This week's SteamVR Beta brings Advanced Supersample Filtering back to Quest, and it supports the Steam Link app.
December 12, 2023 — Source

TikTok maker ByteDance scraps VR headset in favor of high-end Apple Vision Pro rival
Is Apple Vision Pro setting the new trend in VR?
December 12, 2023 — Source

Xbox Cloud Gaming Just Leveled-Up Meta's Quest VR Headsets
Meta Quest 2, 3 and Pro headset owners are going to see a big boost to the games available to them with the newly announced support for Xbox Cloud Gaming. In order to access this new feature Quest users will need to download the Xbox Cloud Gaming (beta) app from the Meta Quest Store. They will also need to have a Microsoft account and an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.
December 12, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 12th, 2023

Apple iPhone Spatial Video Looks Amazing on Vision Pro
I tried the new iPhone 15 Pro camera feature on Apple's upcoming AR-VR headset. The 3D is undeniably vivid.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Destiny 2: Wishing All the Best Quest Steps
Wish well, Guardian.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Meta's AI for Ray-Ban smart glasses can identify objects and translate languages
Saying "Hey Meta" while wearing the Ray-Ban smart glasses will summon a virtual assistant that sees and hears what's happening around you.
December 12, 2023 — Source

Watch out for this behind-the-scenes Quest 3 bug slowing down your games
Meta is "aware and investigating" the issue affecting both the Quest 2 and Quest 3.
December 12, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 11th, 2023

Researchers Develop Tiny Cute VR Goggles For Mice With Big Implications
Virtual reality can be an immersive way to play games, experience new environments, or consume and learn new content for anyone of any age. With that philosophy in mind, scientists have expanded the use cases of VR to rodents to enable new pathways and possibilities in neuroscience with tiny mouse-sized VR goggles that simulate environments better than ever before.
December 11, 2023 — Source

Researchers made VR goggles for mice to study how their brains respond to swooping predators
They're calling the system 'Miniature Rodent Stereo Illumination VR,' or iMRSIV.
December 11, 2023 — Source

Review: Racket Club Delivers A Strong Serve
Racket Club brings a unique spin on racket sports with a multiplayer arcade game. Available this week on most major VR platforms, read on for our full review:
December 11, 2023 — Source

Thrasher Coming 2024 From Thumper's Devs
Thrasher reaches Quest and PC VR next year from the developers behind rhythm violence game Thumper.
December 11, 2023 — Source

VR users need an emotional connection to virtual worlds, not better graphics, study finds
Being wowed by powerful graphics is not enough for a person to feel fully immersed in a virtual-reality (VR) world—a strong emotional response to the simulated environment is essential too, according to a new study from the University of Bath published in the 2023 CHI Conference proceedings.
December 11, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 8th, 2023

Creator of Rhythm Action Game 'Thumper' Announces New VR Game Set for 2024
One of the co-creators of Thumper (2016), an acclaimed rhythm action game that eventually got VR support, has announced a new VR-first game called Thrasher with some totally unique-looking gameplay.
December 8, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

Meta is giving away six months of free Quest games to some lucky gamers
The Meta Quest 3 just got more valuable.
December 8, 2023 — Source

Meta teases Vision Pro-like VR headset, and it's got Apple's creepiest feature
While the Mirror Lake headset is a little unnerving at first glance, it promises significant advancements.
December 8, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 6th, 2023

Arcade Paradise VR Rebuilds The Retro Adventure For Quest
Arcade Paradise gets rebuilt from the ground-up for VR, and it's coming next year on Quest.
December 6, 2023 — Source

Horizon Worlds Now Supports Members-Only Worlds For Clubs & Communities
Meta Horizon Worlds now supports members-only worlds, enabling the platform to be used by clubs, groups, and communities.
December 6, 2023 — Source

'LEGO Bricktales' Quest Review -- VR Brick-building Done Righ
LEGO Bricktales may not be a VR-native, as it was first released on flatscreen last year, but this Quest-exclusive port makes a pretty solid case that lego brick-building not only works in VR, but is something anyone can do for hours on end—even in the face of a pretty kid-focused story.
December 6, 2023 — Source

MyDearest Release New Brazen Blaze & Mecha Force Gameplay Trailers
MyDearest released new trailers for Brazen Blaze, Mecha Force and more during the UploadVR Winter Showcase.
December 6, 2023 — Source

Pico 4 Gets Official YouTube VR App
Pico 4 now has the official YouTube VR app.
December 6, 2023 — Source

The Pirate Queen Sets Sail Next February On Quest & PC VR
The Pirate Queen explores the life of a legendary 19th-century pirate next February on Quest and PC VR.
December 6, 2023 — Source

Zero Caliber 2 Targets 2024 Release On Quest & PC VR
Zero Caliber 2 is officially confirmed, bringing the FPS sequel to Quest and PC VR next year.
December 6, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 5th, 2023

16 Tips, Tricks, & Settings to Get the Most Out of Quest 3
Quest 3 is here and comes with a bunch of quite helpful but often hidden features (most of which will also work on Quest 2!). Here's a breakdown of tips and tricks you'll definitely want to know.
December 5, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 4th, 2023

Creator of Indie Breakout 'Braid' Building Roomscale VR Game With 'no concessions for stationary play'
Jonathan Blow, the creator of one of indie gaming's fomative successes, Braid, has begun hiring a team to develop his first VR game.
December 4, 2023 — Source

Meta is removing the ability to see phone notifications on your Quest
You'll have to pull up your headset or use passthrough to see what's happening on your phone instead.
December 4, 2023 — Source

Quest v60 Remembers More Boundaries, Boosts Quest Pro's Performance & More
The Quest v60 update improves boundary recall, further integrates Horizon, adds new home environments, discontinues phone notifications, boosts Quest Pro's performance, and more.
December 4, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 1st, 2023

Best Meta Quest games 2023 — and no, for goodness sakes, it's not 'Beat Saber'
The best games for your Meta Quest headset, whether you're playing with friends or solo
December 1, 2023 — Source

Former 'SUPERHOT VR' Devs Announce Miniature 'Toy Trains' Game for All Major Headsets
Coming January 16th, 2024
December 1, 2023 — Source

H3VR's Massive 'Institution' Update Adds Challenging Tournament Hot Dogs
A huge new Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades (H3VR) update is now live with its "most challenging" level yet on PC VR.
December 1, 2023 — Source or Watch Video

Here's The Meta Quest+ Monthly Games For December 2023
The Meta Quest+ games for December 2023 are now live — here's what's available this month.
December 1, 2023 — Source

Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior is hard to warm up to
Lackluster stealth mechanics and questionable design decisions hinder satisfying sniping gameplay.
December 1, 2023 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 30th, 2023

HTC's Vive Ultimate Trackers have cameras to improve full-body tracking
Previous models were tracked by a base station.
November 30, 2023 — Source

Resident Evil 4 Remake — VR Mode Launches December 8th for PlayStation VR2
A free demo will also be available on the PlayStation Store, offering a "360-degree look" at the opening and the Shooting Range.
November 30, 2023 — Source

Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior Review — More Of The Same
Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior is available today on Quest, offering a new campaign that feels more like an expansion than a true follow-up.
November 30, 2023 — Source

Steam Link can now wirelessly stream VR games to your Meta Quest headset
If you've wanted to play Half-Life: Alyx on your Quest, it's now a lot easier to do that.
November 30, 2023 — Source

Steam's streaming software now lets you wirelessly play PC VR games on Quest headsets
This is basically an official version of Virtual Desktop.
November 30, 2023 — Source

'Taskmaster' is getting a Meta Quest VR game spinoff
You'll step inside the show as a contestant.
November 30, 2023 — Source or Source or Watch Video