General — Metaverse — December 20th, 2024

Apple Looking To Ditch Sony For Its More Affordable Headset, The Cheaper "Apple Vision" Could Also Feature Less Advanced Displays To Keep Costs Down
Apple's Vision Pro is a capable device in all respects, but the hefty price tag makes it a difficult purchase. This means that no matter how good the product is, it will be bound to fail if the end user will not be able to get their hands on it. To tackle the stalling sales and adoption of the Vision Pro, Apple is now planning to launch more budget-friendly variants of the headset. To achieve this feat, the company must make some compromises, and a new report shares two ways Apple could bring the price down.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

Keep it all connected with this speedy Thunderbolt 4 hub [Setups]
When you run a ton of peripherals with your Mac, how do keep it all connected and running smoothly? Well, today's featured M4 Pro Mac mini user drives a pair of 4K external displays, runs a power hub and input devices, and keeps backups on portable storage devices. And they keep it connected without a hitch using the well-regarded CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 hub named "Element."
December 20th, 2024 — Source

'Ice Dive' Apple Vision Pro Immersive Video Now Available
Apple Vision Pro users can watch a new episode of the "Adventure" series starting today, delving into a freezing underwater dive in the Arctic with athlete Ant Williams.
December 20th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

M4 Ultra Mac Pro: Everything you need to know
Will there be a new Mac Pro? We think so, but we may have to wait a while. Find out when the new Mac Pro might launch and what to expect from the M4 Ultra - or will it be M5 Ultra?
December 20th, 2024 — Source

Meta CTO on Wireless Compute Pucks for Quest: They Don't Solve the Problem
Reducing weight and increasing performance are two of the most important factors in pushing standalone XR headsets forward. While Meta has shown off its own Orion AR glasses prototype using a wireless compute unit, Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth doesn't think a similar setup is the magic bullet for standalone VR gaming.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

OWC Envoy Ultra review: Super-fast Thunderbolt 5 storage for your new M4 Pro/Max Mac
This 80Gbps SSD showed the throughput improvement you'd expect from Thunderbolt 5's doubled bandwidth. But it's pricey, and there are some backwards compatibility issues.
December 20th, 2024 — Source

The Best VR Games to Share with Family This Holiday Season
The Best VR Games to Share with Family This Holiday Season
December 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 16th, 2024

Accelerating the Future
When we first began giving demos of Orion early this year I was reminded of a line that you hear a lot at Meta—in fact it was even in our first letter to prospective shareholders back in 2012: Code wins arguments. We probably learned as much about this product space from a few months of real-life demos than we did from the years of work it took to make them.
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Accelerating the Future: AI, Mixed Reality and the Metaverse
When we first began giving demos of Orion early this year I was reminded of a line that you hear a lot at Meta – in fact it was even in our first letter to prospective shareholders back in 2012: Code wins arguments. We probably learned as much about this product space from a few months of real-life demos than we did from the years of work it took to make them.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Apple 3-5 Years Away from “Getting the Approach Right” for AR Glasses

Best of Quest 2024: 20 Amazing Games for Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S
The year is almost over. Time to look back on the 2024-that-was and go, “Wow, some absolutely incredible VR and MR games released this year.”
December 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Review - Decent Combat Can't Save This
As someone familiar with the anime series, Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable initially intrigued me. I'm hardly a “mega fan” though considering the VR fan game's notability, I was curious how an official game would adapt this premise. UNIVRS initially took the early access approach, releasing the first two chapters back in June before tomorrow's Version 1.0 launch. I had my initial criticisms, which were perhaps held back knowing that it wasn't the complete game yet. Sadly, the full release is a major disappointment.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Dungeons of Eternity's Holiday Update Summons Four-Player Co-op, New Monsters And More

Dungeons of Eternity's Holiday 2024 Update sees the VR dungeon crawler welcome new bosses, four-player co-op, and a PvP mode.
Dungeons of Eternity's Holiday 2024 Update sees the VR dungeon crawler welcome new bosses, four-player co-op, and a PvP mode.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Green Hell VR Co-Op Mode Hands-On: As Fun As Surviving Can Be
Games receiving long-term updates is hardly surprising these days, but every once in a while, a new feature comes out that fundamentally changes how to play. Green Hell VR originally came out in 2022, and our Quest review praised it as “a great survival game.” The new co-op mode fundamentally changes the game by adding countless options to take advantage of working together.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Maestro Adds Harry Potter & Disney's Fantasia Today In Secret Sorcery Pack DLC
Today, Double Jack introduces the first DLC for its popular VR rhythm game, Maestro, adding musical scores from iconic franchises like Harry Potter and Disney’s Fantasia.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta is rolling out live AI and Shazam integration to its smart glasses
The features were first teased at Meta Connect 2024.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Add Live AI, Live Translation, & Shazam Support
Whether you already own a pair or you’re hoping Santa drops a one down the chimney, Ray-Ban Meta glasses are the gift that keeps on giving. Right out of the box, they help you experience the world, share your POV, and capture the moments that matter, completely hands-free.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta glasses just got their most futuristic AI update yet
Live AI, live translation, and music recognition highlight the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses' v11 update.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta glasses v11 software update brings Live AI and Live Translation features
At Connect 2024, Meta announced several new features that are coming to Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. Over the past few months, Meta has rolled out several new features, including reminders, voice search for Spotify and Amazon Music content, Be My Eyes integration, adaptive volume, and more.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

You Can Now Order Apple Vision Pro's Best Interactive Mixed Reality App
Figmin XR arrives for Vision Pro owners on December 18 with a breakthrough user interface as well as support for colocation to Quest headsets.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 13th, 2024

Android XR Creates a Major Dilemma That Will Make or Break Meta’s XR Ambitions
Meta has publicly stated that it wants to be “the Android of XR.” But you know who else wants to be the Android of XR? Android XR, of course.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

‘Job Simulator’ & ‘Demeo’ Among First to Support Android XR Ahead of Samsung Headset Launch
Owlchemy Labs and Resolution Games announced they’re adopting support for Android XR, bringing some of their most popular titles to Google’s upcoming XR operating system.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Google AI Glasses and Android XR : The Future of Augmented Reality
Imagine a world where your glasses do more than just help you see—they guide you through unfamiliar streets, translate foreign languages in real time, or even assist you with cooking dinner. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, Google, in partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm, is turning that vision into reality with their latest innovation: Android XR.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Google wants you to strap Android to your face with Android XR
Extended reality OS incorporates Gemini AI, as Google takes another stab at smart glasses
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Google’s Android XR May Usher in New Generation of Smart Glasses
Google is taking another swing at the smart glasses market, determined to leave the missteps of Google Glass in the past.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Look at these Android XR screenshots!
Google just revealed its next major operating system called Android XR. This is the company’s platform that will power the next generation of amazing XR devices, and we’re all anxious to see how it will be. Well, thanks to some screenshots shared by Android Authority, we know what Android XR will look like.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Metamorphosis VR Hands-On: An Unbalanced Puzzle Platformer
Franz Kafka’s best-known work, the novella The Metamorphosis, begins with its main character, Gregor Samsa, awakening one morning to find that he has inexplicably transformed into a monstrous insect. Before this surreal transformation, Gregor worked an unhappy job, lived under crushing debt, and failed to find meaningful relationships with others. After his transformation, his rather unfulfilling life becomes even worse until, eventually, he dies.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Prepare For Voxel Warfare With Clone Drone In The Hyperdome On Steam & Quest
Doborog Games’ VR sequel Clone Drone in the Hyperdome is now available on Steam and Meta.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

ResMed, The Company Behind Making Sleep Apnea Machines, has Developed The $120 Kontor Head Strap For The Apple Vision Pro To Alleviate Head Strain
ResMed, The Company Behind Making Sleep Apnea Machines, has Developed The $120 Kontor Head Strap For The Apple Vision Pro To Alleviate Head Strain
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Samsung Teams Up With Google On Android XR
The Android XR platform is a groundbreaking collaboration between tech giants Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm, aimed at redefining the way users interact with both the digital and physical worlds. This innovative platform combines the power of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) under the umbrella term eXtended Reality (XR).
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Samsung's XR headset will have something the Apple Vision Pro lacks
Well, the cat’s out of the bag! We finally got our first look at Samsung’s upcoming XR headset, and we’re looking forward to what the company will offer. While we don’t know too much about what it will bring, a new report says that Samsung’s XR headset will come with motion controller support.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Skydance Addresses Behemoth's 'Controversial' Combat Reception With Latest Patch
Skydance's Behemoth received its latest patch on all platforms, addressing what the studio considers a “controversial” reception to its combat.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

‘Skydance’s Behemoth’ Update Rebalances Combat After “Controversial” Reception, Patch Notes Here
Skydance’s Behemoth (2024) just got a major patch which looks to address what developer Skydance Games calls an admittedly “controversial” response to the game’s combat.
December 13th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Study reveals vulnerability of metaverse platforms to cyber attacks
Having access to virtual worlds from your home computer via your web browser and being able to interact with others in a secure and private manner: that is the promise of metaverse platforms.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 10th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro finally delivers a killer feature justifying the VR headset's price - see my test results
It's a shame Apple didn't include the ultra-wide Mac virtual display when it launched the Vision Pro. The product would have made so much more sense.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Latest VR Update Brings the $500 Quest 3 Even Closer to the Pricey Apple Vision Pro
The Quest 3 and Quest 3S' big 2024-end update adds better hand tracking and the ability to pair a Windows 11 PC with a glance.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft launches Mixed Reality Link for Windows 11 — connect your PC to your Meta Quest headset!
The Mixed Reality Link for Windows 11 is now available in preview, and lets you connect up to three virtual monitors with your Meta Quest headset.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro crowned as a top innovation in 2024
Popular Science magazine named Apple's Vision Pro headset one of its innovations of the year among new 2024 gadgets on Monday. Despite its considerable price tag and initial market challenges, the device's revolutionary approach to augmented reality sets it apart from competitors.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 6th, 2024

Ashen Arrows Brings Fantasy Archery To Major VR Platforms On February 20
Ashen Arrows is a new VR fantasy archery game based on Norse Mythology, and its full release is out next year on Quest, Pico, and Steam.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Become the Cat: 'I Am Cat' is Out Now on Meta Quest
Cats have fascinated us for thousands of years. Cute balls of fur, curled up in an afternoon sunbeam and slow-blinking to convey affection. Monsters, sprinting around at 4AM and knocking glasses off of nightstands, waiting for you to pet them and then attacking your hand when you oblige. A little annoying and a lot adorable.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Announces Multi-year Exclusive Agreement for Spatial Content with James Cameron's 3D Studio
Meta announced it's partnering with Lightstorm Vision, James Cameron's 3D film studio, to produce spatial content across multiple genres, including live events and full-length entertainment.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest+ December 2024: New Titles, Additions to the Games Catalog, & More
Santa's fixing up his sleigh, which means new Meta Quest+ games are here! If you haven't already, join now to score two games per month and access to 20+ game catalog titles for just $7.99 USD, or upgrade to an annual subscription for the best deal.* And if you're new to MR, you can grab a shiny new Meta Quest 3S starting at just $299.99 USD or opt for a 512GB Quest 3 and get a free three-month Quest+ subscription included with your purchase.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Pushes Back on Reported Outsourcing of XR Headset Designs
A recent report from The Information maintains Meta has started outsourcing some design for upcoming headsets amid a shift to move part of its production out of China. Now, Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth refutes those specific design claims, saying headsets will continue to be designed "in house."
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta & James Cameron Partner To Help Bring 3D Video Content To Quest
James Cameron announced an exclusive multi-year partnership with Meta to help bring significantly more 3D video content to Quest headsets.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

My First Gran Turismo Is A Free-To-Play Racer Out Now On PlayStation VR2
My First Gran Turismo, a free newcomer-friendly entry in the racing series, is out today on PlayStation VR2.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Pack Your Bait As A World Tour Edition Update Heads To Real VR Fishing
Real VR Fishing is adding three European DLC packs as part of its World Tour Edition Update, which will arrive on December 17.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Project Aeroes Guides Mixed Reality Spaceships Through Danger Next Week On Quest
Project Aeroes sees you guiding mixed reality spaceships to safety next on Meta Quest 3, 3S, and Pro next week.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

'Stay: Forever Home' is Bringing a Loveable Little Mixed Reality Canine Pal to Quest Next Year
Indie studio Windup Minds have finally announced its long-awaited virtual pet simulator, Stay: Forever Home, bringing a cute little canine friend to Quest in early 2025.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

UploadVR Winter 2024 Showcase Recap: Every Meta Quest Game Reveal and Update
This has been an incredible year for Meta Quest. From huge blockbuster releases like Batman: Arkham Shadow, Metro Awakening, and Skydance's Behemoth, to breakout indie hits, the new Meta Quest 3S headset, and tons of other new games to try each month, it's never been a better time to be a VR gamer. Yesterday's Winter 2024 Showcase from UploadVR served as both a celebration of the year we've had, as well as a look forward to what's to come.
December 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Why I'm still using my Vive Pro for VR, six years later
You'll have to pry it from my cold, dead hands — at least until something truly better comes along.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — December 2nd, 2024

Brace Yourselves As Project Wingman: Frontline 59 Campaign DLC Reaches Steam
After a stint as a PlayStation exclusive, the Project Wingman: Frontline 59 campaign DLC has made its Steam debut
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

C-Smash VRS Celebrates 30 Years Of PlayStation With WipEout-Themed Update
C-Smash VRS is celebrating PlayStation's 30th anniversary with a free WipEout inspired Time Attack update on PS VR2.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Hunt Together Brings Festive Cheer To The PvP VR Horror Game
Hunt Together, a multiplayer horror game, is getting festive with today's Christmas Update on Quest and PC VR.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

'Shapelab' 3D Modeling App Launches on Quest in Early Access
Leopoly, the studio behind PC VR modeling software Shapelab (2023), has launched a new version built specifically for Quest headsets.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

StrikerVR is Bringing Its VR Haptic Gun to Consumers Soon, Hoping for Broader Developer Support
StrikerVR, the haptic peripheral maker for out-of-home VR, announced it's opened pre-orders for the Mavrik, a new haptic VR gun designed for consumers.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

This Free 'Halo: Combat Evolved' PC Mod Brings VR Support to the OG of Shooters
Halo Combat Evolved (2001) released on the Xbox over two decades ago, but thanks to this mod, you can now play the original PC version in VR, which critically includes motion controller support.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2.2 brings three upgrades that truly make Vision Pro a next-gen computer
The Vision Pro is getting close to a year of life, and Apple's next software update has some big changes in store that could alter usage patterns. Mac Virtual Display, one of the best Vision Pro features, is getting three upgrades in visionOS 2.2 that provide a huge boost to spatial computing.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

Well-received Release of 'Trombone Champ' Bodes Well for Port-focused VR Studio
Flat2VR Studios, a recently-formed game studio focused on bringing existing flatscreen games to VR, has released its first game, Trombone Champ: Unflattened!. A positive early reception bodes well for both the studio's ability to deliver and its choice of which games to port in the first place.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Why Quest 3S Isn't Showing On The Steam Hardware Survey Yet
The Steam Hardware Survey data for November is out, but Quest 3S isn't listed in the VR section at all. Here's why.
December 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 30th, 2024

Meta Quest 3S versus Meta Quest 3: What are the differences?
How does the new cheaper model compare to the older, pricier one?
November 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 29th, 2024

New VR Games & Releases December 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PS VR2 & More
From Skydance's Behemoth to Alien: Rogue Incursion, December's another busy month for new VR games.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

VRChat Plans Age Verification For Adult-Only Spaces
VRChat plans to offer age verification to its adult users starting with certain early access groups.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 25th, 2024

'Home Sports' Turns Your Living Room Into a Social Sports Arena This December
Everybody loves a little friendly competition, but it can be tough to get out to the pickleball court or the mini-golf course around the holidays—especially if they're under a few inches (or feet) of snow. That's where Resolution Games and Home Sports come in, bringing social sports into your living room in mixed reality just in time for the holidays and giving you a chance to hit some aces or nail some holes-in-one with as many as three other players.
November 25th, 2024 — Source or Source or Watch Video

Real VR Fishing Reels In A Steam Release Next Month
Five years after its initial launch, Real VR Fishing is heading to Steam next month.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Sniper Elite: Resistance Doubles Down on the Saboteur Sandbox -- Hands-On Preview
Developer Rebellion gives the series' secondary hero a shot at the big time in this new operation set in Nazi-occupied France.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Thieves steal $1.5 million worth of Oculus VR headsets, $900K in Microsoft goods during truck heists
And sold it to someone in Florida for a fraction of the price
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Varjo Launches 'Teleport' Service to Easily Scan Real Places and Bring Them into VR
Varjo, the high-end XR headset creator, today announced the release of a new smartphone-based 3D scanning service for enterprise that promises to let users quickly build photorealistic environments and explore them in both VR and on traditional screens.
November 25th, 2024 — Source or Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — November 23rd, 2024

3 Of The Worst VR Headsets To Buy For Beginners
It was not too long ago that the concept of virtual reality was only possible in the worlds of sci-fi novels, cartoons, and cinematic Hollywood blockbusters. But with the commercial release of the now discontinued Oculus Rift back in 2013, this cutting-edge innovation has significantly altered the way the general public interacts with technology.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source

By Grit Alone Review: Dead In Space And Loving It
By Grit Alone is simultaneously one of the best experiences I've had in a VR horror game, and one of the most in dire need of a final polish pass.
November 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 21st, 2024

15+ Best Simulation Games to Play in 2024: Virtual Recreations
The best simulation games let players get lost in their world. They can accurately simulate real and sometimes unreal events. With a wide range of simulators, players can always find something that aligns with their interests.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

‘Augmented Empire’ Is a Turn-Based Tactical Cyberpunk RPG with Mixed Reality Support, Out Now for Meta Quest
If you feel like Augmented Empire sounds a little familiar, don’t worry: You’re not losing your mind (as far as we know). This game originally released all the way back on the Gear VR over seven years ago, and the fine folks at Coatsink Software knew they had something special on their hands that just needed a new lease on life to find a rejuvenated audience.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Anomaly Is A New VR Extraction Shooter Coming To Quest Next Month
Anomaly, a new extraction shooter from the makers of Swarm, launches on Meta Quest in early December.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

By Grit Alone Wants To Be Dead Space In VR
By Grit Alone aims to be Dead Space in VR, and we interviewed the studio to learn more about the action horror game before today's launch on Quest.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Ember Souls Review: An Uneven Trek
There are few things that VR does better than parkour and sword combat; so it's no surprise that Ember Souls attempts to meld the two into an action-adventure thriller, much as other titles have previously done. Does Ember Souls hit the same mark, though? Read on for our full review.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Gracia's Moving Volumetric Scenes Are Now On Quest 3 & Pico 4 Standalone
Gracia's moving volumetric scenes, dynamic gaussian splats, are now available on Quest 3 and Pico 4 headsets standalone.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Gran Turismo 7 PS5 Pro Patch Enhances Rendering Quality On PS VR2
The latest free Gran Turismo 7 update adds "enhanced rendering quality" for PS VR2 users on PS5 Pro.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Green Hell VR Co-Op Mode Coming December 16 On Quest & PS VR2
The co-op expansion for survival game Green Hell VR launches next month as a free update for Meta Quest and PS VR2 players.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

‘The Thrill of the Fight 2’ Lands a Haymaker with Multiplayer Early Access Launch, Out Now on Meta Quest
Your moment has finally arrived. You’ve jogged alongside cars in the pouring rain; you’ve practiced your uppercuts by punching meat in a meat locker; you’ve even run to the top of a tall staircase. The only thing left to do is to prove yourself in the ring against an opponent who is ready to knock your lights out. That’s where The Thrill of the Fight 2 comes in.
November 21st, 2024 — Source or Source or Source or Watch Video

Wall Town Wonders Offers A Charming Miniature Metropolis In Mixed Reality
Wall Town Wonders, Cyborn’s latest offering, transforms your living room into a charming miniature metropolis, and it’s out now on Quest 3.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 18th, 2024

Alien: Rogue Incursion Gets New Story Trailer Before Next Month's Launch
Alien: Rogue Incursion released a new story trailer ahead of next month's launch on PlayStation VR2 and Steam.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Hitman World of Assassination Delayed Until March 2025 On PlayStation VR2
Hitman World of Assassination has been delayed until next year on PlayStation VR2.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

How to Use Window Tiling in MacOS Sequoia
Window Tiling on the Mac has gotten much better since MacOS Sequoia, and it’s now easier than ever to arrange and tile windows on your screen.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Ico Inspired Puzzle Adventure Mare Reaches PS VR2 Today
Ico-inspired VR puzzle adventure Mare surprise launched today on PS VR2.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta Opens Project Aria to Researchers Tackling All-day AR Challenges
Project Aria is a pair of sensor-packed glasses which Meta has been using internally to train its augmented reality perception systems. Now, Meta revealed it’s released Project Aria to a number of third-party research teams aiming to tackle some of the most complex challenges in creating practical, all-day AR glasses of the future.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta Orion AR glasses: 4 futuristic features they're getting with Project Aria update
Researchers have done some cool things with Meta's AR glasses.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Researchers have done some cool things with Meta's AR glasses.
An Alien: Rogue Incursion trailer has it looking like a worthy horror-first follow-up to Alien: Isolation, bringing all the scares the franchise is known for with the added immersion of VR.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Songbird Is A VR Karaoke Game From Former Guitar Hero Devs
Songbird, the upcoming VR karaoke game, confirmed a December launch on Quest.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

The Meta Quest 3S Arrives Just in Time for the Holidays
For all you tech needs, check out EE.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Trombone Champ: Unflattened To Launch Next Week On Quest, Steam & PS VR2
Trombone Champ: Unflattened is confirmed to launch this November on Meta Quest, PC VR, and PS VR2.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 17th, 2024

Reimagine Work From Home With A Rolling Desk & Shoulder Bag For Vision Pro Or Quest
The Quest 3S, 3, and Apple Vision Pro all open up completely new personal computing possibilities for the people wearing them.
November 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 16th, 2024

Samsung To Release Its Own Version Of AR Glasses In Q3 2025, Research Firm Suggests New Device Will Sport A Qualcomm SoC And Will Only Weigh 50 Grams
A Chinese research firm estimates that Samsung will introduce its first AR glasses in the third quarter of 2025, while also providing some specifications of the upcoming device. Apparently, it will be equipped with a Qualcomm chipset, and will sport a weight of just 50 grams. However, there are a multitude of questions that remain unanswered, but let us talk about the potential hardware arriving in the distant future.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

XR News Round-Up: Trivia Crack World, Airspace Defender, Silent Hill 2 VR Mod & More
It's time for the latest edition of XR News Round-Up, bringing you quick updates on the biggest news stories we initially missed.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 15th, 2024

A UK consumer watchdog sues Apple for $3.75 billion over iCloud rules
Among the Big Tech firms, Apple has come under the most scrutiny in Europe over its so-called monopolistic policies. Most allegations against Apple are brought up by the European Commission, resulting in significant changes to App Store policies. However, this time, a UK consumer watchdog has Apple under its radar over forcing users to stick with the iCloud and curbing competition.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro needs something bigger than a software update
It's going to take a lot more than this to turn spatial computing into a major platform.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Final Cut Pro 11 Finally Unlocks Spatial Video Editing, But Lacks Vision Pro Preview
Apple has released Final Cut Pro 11, which finally lets you edit spatial videos captured with Vision Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro or later.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases The Weeknd's Immersive Music Video Exclusively for Vision Pro
Apple has released a new immersive music video from The Weeknd featuring his latest single 'Open Hearts', which is available exclusively on Vision Pro for a limited time.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Launches in Two More Countries
Apple Vision Pro launched in stores and began arriving to customers today in South Korea and the United Arab Emirates. In addition, customers can now schedule a free 30-minute appointment to demo the headset at Apple Store locations in both countries.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro weekend viewing: 'currents' on Vimeo
Vimeo recently launched its visionOS app that Apple announced during WWDC 2024. As part of bringing Vimeo to the Apple Vision Pro, filmmaker Jake Oleson has published a short film dubbed 'currents'. If you can get your hands on an Apple Vision Pro, give the spatial short film a watch.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quietly Rolls Out 'Horizon Worlds' Premium Digital Currency in US, UK and Canada
Meta has added an important puzzle piece to Horizon Worlds, as the company has quietly rolled out its premium digital currency on the social VR platform in the US, UK, and Canada.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Monke Blocks Returns to 'Gorilla Tag' Today with New Blocks and a Save Ability
Last summer, Another Axiom introduced Monke Blocks to Gorilla Tag, adding a creative building mode to the freeform multiplayer playground. The mode proved very popular with the Monke community, and Another Axiom has brought back Monke Blocks bigger and better with a major update today.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Tommy Palm On Mobile, MR, & the Magic of Multiplayer
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs, and we're celebrating some of the developers who've made the last decade of magic possible. First, we interviewed Jesse Schell, a noted game designer, author, and CEO of Schell Games.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 12th, 2024

Apple Seeds Second Beta of visionOS 2.2 to Developers With Ultrawide Mac Virtual Display
Apple today seeded the second beta of an upcoming visionOS 2.2 update to developers for testing purposes, with the beta coming a little over a week after the first visionOS 2.2 beta.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Apple releases visionOS 2.2 beta 2 with new Mac Virtual Display features
visionOS 2.2 beta 2 is rolling out now for developers. Apple's forthcoming software update brings a big upgrade to Vision Pro's Mac Virtual Display feature, which is available now for beta testers.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Beat Saber Drops The Monstercat Mixtape 2 Today
The Monstercat Mixtape 2 adds 12 new paid tracks to Beat Saber, and it's out today on all platforms.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

bHaptics Reveals Revamped Lineup of Haptic Accessories for VR, Pre-orders Now Live
bHaptics, the South Korea-based VR haptics creator, announced it's launching a refreshed lineup of its most popular haptics hardware, which are said to support over 270 titles across Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR headsets.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Channel 4 in the UK now has a dedicated app for Apple Vision Pro
There's also an environment based on the hit show Taskmaster.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Channel 4 launches Vision Pro streaming app with a Taskmaster environment
Vision Pro users in the UK have a new TV streaming app starting today. Channel 4 is launching a dedicated Vision Pro app, the first UK broadcasters to do so.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Domination or Deletion: Sword Fighting Roguelike 'Clone Drone in the Hyperdome' Is Coming to Meta Quest December 12
In sports, a concussion or a torn ligament can mean the end of a career. But that's human sports. In the robot gladiator sport of Clone Drone in the Hyperdome, full of deadly sword fights against killer mechanical adversaries, getting a metal arm sliced off may just be a minor setback on the way to victory. Clone Drome in the Hyperdome is coming to Meta Quest December 12, and you can pre-order now to save 10% off the purchase price.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Gadgeteer Creates Absurd Mixed Reality Contraptions Today On Quest 3
Gadgeteer, the physics-based puzzle game where you create Rube Goldberg machines, gets mixed reality support today on Quest 3.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Meta Partners With Universities for Quest Headset Education Program
Meta has announced the Meta for Education beta program. The new initiative is aimed at transforming learning experiences through immersive virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) applications on Quest headsets.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Update is a Natural Fit for Rube Goldberg Game 'Gadgeteer', Now Available on Quest 3
Virtual reality's most compelling Rube Goldberg sandbox Gadgeteer (2019) just got an update on Quest 3 and Quest 3S which finally brings mixed reality gameplay into the fold.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

VRIDER SBK Takes Superbike Racing To Steam & PS VR2 Next Year
VRIDER SBK, an official VR racing game based on the Superbike World Championship, will launch next year on Steam and PS VR2.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Ziggy's Cosmic Adventures Celebrates Anniversary With Quest 3 Upgrade
Ziggy's Cosmic Adventures, a VR spaceship management game, adds improved visuals today on Quest 3 and 3S.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 10th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro 2 may hit the market between fall of 2025 and spring of 2026
After the launch of its first mixed reality headset, the Vision Pro, for a staggering $3,500 price tag in February this year, rumors began circulating that Apple was working on a cheaper Vision Pro headset. However, it appears that despite falling sales and limited developers' interest in creating apps for VisionOS, Apple has reportedly delayed the launch of cheaper Vision Pro headset beyond 2027.
November 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 9th, 2024

Firmament 2.0 Update Adds Ray-Traced Reflections As PS VR2 Version Gets Delayed
Firmament version 2.0 introduces ray-traced reflections, and the VR puzzle adventure will reach PS VR2 next year.
November 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Truth About Apple's Vision Pro: Is It Worth Your Money?
Vision Pro, Apple's new mixed reality headset, represents a significant leap in immersive technology. This device offers a unique blend of augmented and virtual reality experiences, promising to transform how we interact with digital content.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

XR News Round-Up: Pistol Whip, EXOCars, Crowbar Climber And More
Welcome to our new weekly format, where we're catching up on the biggest VR and XR news stories we initially missed.
November 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 8th, 2024

Belkin unveils all-new accessories for Apple Vision Pro
Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for 40 years, today introduced two new additions to its Apple Vision Pro accessories ecosystem — providing users with new ways to experience the revolutionary device. Belkin's Apple Vision Pro accessories include the Battery Holder released earlier this year, and today the collection adds Travel Bag and Head Strap. The portfolio is available to order today at belkin.com, apple.com and select Apple Store locations worldwide.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

HTC Vive Focus Vision review: A premium VR headset with average performance
I expect a lot more from a $999 headset today.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

MacBook Pro versus MacBook Air: How to decide which Apple laptop is best for you
Are you considering a new MacBook, but are unsure about all the differences between the Pro and Air models? Here's how to determine which device is the best fit for you.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Maureen Fan On Medium-Agnostic IP, the Magic of XR Interaction, & Making You Matter
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs, and we're celebrating some of the developers who've made the last decade of magic possible. First, we interviewed Jesse Schell, a noted game designer, author, and CEO of Schell Games. Last week, we caught up with Polyarc CEO & Co-Founder Tam Armstrong. Today, we're sitting down with Baobab Studios Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Fan.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Building Arrives As Wall Town Wonders Confirms Quest Release Date
Wall Town Wonders, the mixed reality town builder, confirmed a release date as the Quest 3 exclusive launches on November 21.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

MR Puzzle Game Squingle Receives Brand New Version Next Week
Squingle, the mixed reality arcade puzzle game, will receive a brand new edition next week.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Samsung AR headset patent indicates design, purpose, and use cases
Samsung has filed a new patent for what appears to be an Augmented Reality (AR) headset. The Samsung AR headset patent hints at the design, purpose, and even use cases of the wearable device.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Skydance's Behemoth: Bossfight Surprise Launches On Fortnite Creative
Before next month's launch on Quest and PS VR2, Skydance Games released a Behemoth island on Fortnite Creative.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Underworld Overseer Review: It's Good To Be The Dark Lord
Underworld Overseer from Myron Games wears its inspiration on its sleeve, but is this tribute to the Dungeon Keeper games of old worth your time?
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Zombie Army VR Delayed To 2025 On All Platforms
Zombie Army VR has been delayed until next year.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 7th, 2024

Apple Consolidating Vision Pro Demo Areas in Stores Amid Rumors of Slowing Sales and Reduced Production
Apple is planning to consolidate the retail space dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro headset in some of its store locations, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said today.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Award-Winning App 'djay' Hits the Meta Horizon Store
The award-winning app djay has racked up over 70 million downloads across desktop, mobile, and Apple Vision Pro headsets. And now, the dev team at Algoriddim is launching a newly reimagined version for Meta Quest to get even more people into the mix.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Brave the Dangers of the Post-Apocalypse in 'Metro Awakening,' Out Now on Meta Quest
Are you ready to face the dangers of the post-apocalyptic Moscow metro system? In Metro Awakening, the year is 2028 and the survivors of nuclear Armageddon cling to existence in underground subway systems buried by the chaos of conflict.
November 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

djay Brings The Spatial DJ Experience To Meta Quest Today
djay integrates Apple Music and other music libraries for a spatial DJ experience, and it's out now on Quest.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Djay Mixed Reality DJ App Makes the Leap from Vision Pro to Meta Quest
Algoriddim has released the mixed reality version of its extra-popular Djay app for Meta Quest headsets — you no longer need Apple's Vision Pro to see what you're missing.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

DJI Goggles N3 Review: Budget-Friendly FPV Headset For Drones That Doesn't Cut Corners
Few companies iterate upon their own products as frequently as DJI, and while this relentless pace of innovation delivers impressive upgrades time and time again, it can nonetheless grow a bit confusing for their customers. With the DJI Goggles N3, a lot of people will be wondering how they differ from all the other first person view (FPV) goggles which DJI sells, and if this might be the one from them.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

How to Cast Meta Quest 3/3S to Your TV (Easy Steps)
Casting your Meta Quest 3/3S VR headset to a TV is an excellent way to elevate your gaming experience and share the excitement with others. By displaying the action on a larger screen, you can create a more immersive and engaging atmosphere for both the player and spectators.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

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HTC Vive Focus Vision Review: A Solid VR Headset With A Considerable Price Tag
When done correctly, a virtual reality headset (VR) can immerse you in a game far more than a traditional gaming experience could ever imagine. Making the VR experience enjoyable requires a delicate balance of comfort, ease of use, and capabilities that are far harder to get right than it might seem.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Life Finds A Way In Mixed Reality Wildlife Sanctuary Living Room
If you've ever wanted pets but your landlord doesn't allow them, the mixed reality eco-sanctuary Living Room might be for you.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Meta Reportedly Slashes Funding for Third-party VR Games Amid Greater Push for Lifestyle Content
Meta may be rethinking its approach to third-party app funding, as the company has reportedly cut funds to some outside VR game developers whilst reshifting its focus to non-gaming apps.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

'Metro Awakening' Review -- Atmospheric, Claustrophobic, and Eventually Monotonic
Metro Awakening brings the post-apocalyptic tunnel-dwelling franchise to VR for the first time, but is it a good fit? Read on to find out in our full review.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban + Retail: Meta Lab Opens Its Doors November 8 in Los Angeles
At Connect 2024, we introduced Meta Lab, our newest experiential retail space—and our first dedicated to Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Attendees got a sneak peek through a pop-up store on our campus in Menlo Park, and on November 8, we're opening a temporary brick-and-mortar store in Los Angeles to the public.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Smash Drums Unveils New Music Pack Celebrating Metal Legends
Smash Drums is calling all metalheads with the Metal Legends music pack, available now for Quest players.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Step (Carefully) Inside the Dumb Ways to Die Universe on Meta Quest Now
Two months ago, PlaySide Studios announced that it was bringing the beloved-if-slightly-unhinged Dumb Ways to Die franchise into fully immersive VR. And now, the wait is over as those lovable accident-prone Beans have burst onto Meta Quest with the launch of Dumb Ways: Free For All on the Meta Horizon Store.
November 7th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — November 5th, 2024

Apple Releases Long-awaited Panoramic Display Feature on Vision Pro in 2.2 Beta
Apple has released initial access to the long-promised panoramic display feature for Vision Pro's Mac Virtual Display, which now brings three virtual screen sizes via its visionOS 2.2 beta release.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Considers Making Smart Glasses by Asking Staff for Feedback
Apple is reportedly considering entering the smart glasses market and has started internal surveys of employees' thoughts on the wearables, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple might be working on AR smart glasses to compete with Meta
For a while now, Meta has been one of the dominant companies in the smart glasses category. The appeal of their glasses may be due to their low-profile design, which makes them less conspicuous than previous smart glasses like the Google Glass.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple Seems To Be Exploring Releasing Smart Glasses In 2027
Apple seems to be exploring making smart glasses, and reportedly could ship a product in 2027.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Apple's 'Atlas': What is it and what does it mean for Vision Pro?
Apple is getting serious about smart glasses.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Human Within Promises Reality-Bending Stories On Quest & PC VR Soon
Your choices matter as you interact with a unique world in Human Within, a game made with a combination of 2D cutscenes, 3D gameplay, and more.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Interactive VR Film 'Human Within' Brings 'Black Mirror: Bandersnatch' Style User Choice to Quest in January
Human Within is a sci-fi interactive VR film coming to Quest in January that explores how AI affects humanity. Departing from standard VR films, which are usually pretty 'one-and-done', the upcoming interactive experience promises to give you the choice in how the story progresses and ends.
November 5th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

LIV Can Now Capture Standalone On Quest, And Gorilla Tag Will Support It
LIV now has a Unity SDK that, if implemented, lets players and creators capture third-person footage of VR standalone on Quest.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Metro Awakening Review: A Mesmerizing Tale of Survival in Moscow's Dark Underworld
Metro Awakening from Vertigo Games transports players into the haunting, radiation-soaked underbelly of post-apocalyptic Moscow where every step could be your last, but is this a journey worth taking?
November 5th, 2024 — Source or Source

Phasmophobia Devs Have No Plans For Quest 3 Port Yet
The Phasmophobia developer has no plans for a Quest 3 version of the game, despite its recent launch on PS VR2.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 3rd, 2024

Analyst Claims Affordable Apple Vision Pro Production Timeline Has Been Delayed Beyond 2027, Immediate Successor To Arrive In 2025 With Major SoC Upgrade
As production of the first-generation Apple Vision Pro is set to end by the end of the year, it hints that the company will pool its resources towards an affordable mixed-reality headset, which has been reported to launch sometime in 2025.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Apple is 'seriously considering' Vision device that offloads compute to your iPhone
According to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, Apple is 'seriously considering' developing a cheaper Apple Vision device that offloads all of the computing power to your iPhone, essentially developing a headset with primarily displays and battery.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Owners Can Soon Purchase A Belkin Head Strap For Their Mixed-Reality Headset For $49.95 And Pair It To The Solo Knit Band
A small number of Apple Vision Pro users who drive the $3,499 head-mounted wearable would likely be complaining of fatigue, and that is because the device ships with just a Solo Knit Band. Since there is nothing at the top, the headset's extra weight might make it cumbersome to use after prolonged sessions, but that will not be a problem for much longer because a Belkin Head Strap will soon be available to purchase for a relatively affordable $49.95.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Apple Will Sell A Top Strap For Vision Pro Solo Knit Band From Belkin
Apple's online store now lists a side-to-side top strap for Vision Pro's Solo Knit Band, made by Belkin.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Kuo: Cheaper 'Apple Vision' headset delayed beyond 2027
According to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has delayed its plans to release a more affordable Apple Vision headset in 2025. It'll take a couple extra years now.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro With M5 Chip Rumored for 2025, Apple Also 'Considering' iPhone-Connected Glasses
Apple plans to release an updated Vision Pro headset with its as-yet-unannounced M5 chip in 2025, according to Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The current Vision Pro is equipped with the M2 chip, which debuted in 2022.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 2nd, 2024

ICYMI This Week: Asgard's Wrath 2, Strike Rush, Doom 3 & More
We're back with another weekly VR news round-up, featuring the biggest XR stories and more.
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — November 1st, 2024

Bridge Constructor Studio Brings The Chaotic Puzzle Game To Quest This December
Bridge Constructor Studio is a new entry in the unique and popular puzzle series, bringing VR and mixed reality shenanigans to Quest this December.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Mannequin Adds Deathmatch Mode To The Hide-And-Seek VR FPS
Mannequin, the hide-and-seek VR multiplayer game, added a Deathmatch Mode in its latest update.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest v71 Update: A New Look for Horizon OS, Train Travel, A Calendar App, and More
At Meta Connect in September, we mentioned how many features we’ve added to Meta Quest 3 post-launch: Travel Mode, improved contrast and color on Passthrough, more (and better) 2D app support, plus the ability to rearrange those 2D apps as needed and multitask in mixed reality.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Tam Armstrong On the Nuances of XR & the Pillars of Immersive Gaming
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs, and we’re celebrating some of the developers who’ve made the last decade of magic possible. Last week, we interviewed Jesse Schell, a noted game designer, author, and CEO of Schell Games. Today, we’re catching up with Polyarc CEO & Co-Founder Tam Armstrong.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

The New Magic Mouse And Magic Keyboard Do Not Work Properly With Older Versions Of macOS
While the week has been about Mac announcements and all the updates and exciting features added to the devices, some issues have taken the attention away by causing users to experience hiccups. Apple's latest USB-C peripherals for the Mac rely on software updates and newly developed drivers introduced in the macOS Sequoia 15.1 to work correctly. As a result, they are not compatible with earlier macOS versions.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 30th, 2024

Dino Hab Teaches About Dinosaur Ecosystems On Quest 3 & 3S
Ecosystem simulation game Dino Hab is coming soon for Quest 3 and 3S with players raising dinosaurs from eggs to fully grown behemoths.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S vs. Meta Quest 3: What are the differences?
How does the new cheaper model compare to the older, pricier one?
October 30th, 2024 — Source

‘MYST’ Update Brings Stability & Performance Boost to PC VR Version, Quest Patch Coming “soon”
Cyan Worlds has released its big 2.0 update to MYST (2020), the VR-supported remake of the classic ’90s point-and-click adventure game, which includes performance boosts and improvements to stability for PC VR users.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

New ‘Skydance’s Behemoth’ Trailer Shows Off New Boss, Gameplay & More Ahead of December Release
Skydance’s Behemoth is coming to all major VR headsets in December, and developer Skydance Games has entered full hype mode with the release of its latest trailer, which shows off a new Behemoth and a good slice of fresh gameplay.
October 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New VR Games & Releases November 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PS VR2 & More
From Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 to Metro Awakening, November's another busy month for new VR games. Here are our monthly upcoming highlights.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Songbird Is A VR Karaoke Game From Former Guitar Hero Devs
Songbird is a new VR karaoke game that's out next month on Quest.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

The Best VR Horror Games on Quest, PSVR 2 and PC VR to Play This Halloween
The spooky season is upon us, and there’s no better time to rattle ‘dem bones in VR. Here we take a look at some of the best VR horror (and horror-adjacent) games across Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Wolvic Chromium 1.1 Adds WebXR AR To The Open-Source XR Browse
Wolvic Chromium 1.1 adds WebXR AR support to the open-source standalone XR browser, after 1.0 added eye tracked navigation.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 28th, 2024

Apple releases visionOS 2.1 for Apple Vision Pro

Alongside iOS 18.1, Apple has also released visionOS 2.1 for Apple Vision Pro users today.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

Human Fall Flat VR Reveals First Gameplay Trailer Before This Week's Launch

Human Fall Flat VR revealed new gameplay footage before this week's launch.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S review: the way to go for mainstream MR

Around 10 days ago I received my Meta Quest 3S and now I'm ready to write a review about it and explain to you why this is the mixed reality headset average consumers should buy.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

New VR Halloween Games & Updates To Play On Quest, Steam & More

Looking to play some VR games this Halloween? Here's what we'd recommend.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

Rhythm Tooter 'Trombone Champ' Coming to Quest in November, Trailer Here

Trombone Champ: Unflattened, the VR-ified version of the 2022 indie rhythm game, is coming to Quest on November 26th.
October 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Skydance's Behemoth Trailer Promises Dark Fantasy and Visceral VR Combat

Fantasy fans won't have long to wait before Behemoth's December release, and VR players looking for a new adventure with dynamic combat will soon have a new option on the table.
October 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 25th, 2024

Jesse Schell On the History of VR, the Rise of MR, & the Potential of Digital Worlds

ICYMI, this year marks the 10-year anniversary of Reality Labs. We originally marked the occasion in April with a blog post covering some of the highlights from the past decade. The momentum continued with this week’s launch of Meta Quest 3S—the easiest way to jump into mixed reality. And today, we’re continuing the celebration with a new five-week series that shines a spotlight on the developers who make the magic possible.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Hyperscape Photorealistic Scenes Demo Now Available Outside The US

Horizon Hyperscape Demo was launched at Meta Connect last month as a US-only demonstration of six fully volumetric scenes on Quest 3, meaning you can move around them with positional tracking.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

MiRacle Pool Gets Snooker In First Major Update

A few months after launching, MiRacle Pool got a fresh update bringing snooker to the mixed reality sports game.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

New App Enables Real-Time, Full-Body Motion Capture Using Just a Smartphone

Engineers at Northwestern University have developed a breakthrough system for real-time, full-body motion capture that doesn’t require specialized rooms, expensive equipment, or a complex array of sensors. Called MobilePoser, this system makes motion capture accessible through standard mobile devices—smartphones, smartwatches, and even wireless earbuds.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

PrismXR Made An Elegant Charging Dock For Apple Vision Pro

PrismXR now sells a charging dock for Apple Vision Pro.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Owners Hopeful Apple Event Will Bring News of Unreleased Panoramic Display Feature

Vision Pro Owners Hopeful Apple Event Will Bring News of Unreleased Panoramic Display Feature
October 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 22nd, 2024

Apple Vision Pro Is Not a Product For The Masses, Says CEO Tim Cook, Pretty Much Admitting That The Headset's $3,499 Is Too Steep For Most Buyers

At $3,499 for just the base model that ships with 256GB of non-expandable storage, the Apple Vision Pro was always going to be a tough sell for the majority of buyers, and the statistics prove that. The mixed-reality headset had failed to cross 100,000 shipments in the U.S. when the estimates were revealed in July, and even now, it does not look like customers are willing to take this massive financial undertaking. The lackluster sales were talked about with Apple CEO Tim Cook, who admits that the head-mounted wearable is not a product for the masses.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Dangers of the metaverse and VR for US youth revealed in new research

Study explores risks and harm by experiences, gender, and prevention and response measures
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Does This Meta Focus Group Listing Suggest Quest 4 Will Have Face & Eye Tracking?

A request for focus group testers for a new Meta device might reveal Quest 4 features.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Escape Simulator VR Gets Free Talos Principle DLC Today On Steam & Quest

Escape Simulator VR launched a free DLC based on The Talos Principle, and it's out now on Quest and Steam.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded Patch Claims Stability & Visual Improvements

A new update for Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded is now live with promised stability and visual improvements.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

How long does the Meta Quest 3S battery life last?

The Meta Quest 3S battery life isn't as short-lived as the Quest 3's, but you may still want an Elite Strap with Battery.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Explains Why It Sees Wide Field-of-View Headsets as a 'bad tradeoff'

Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth revealed last week a mysterious wide field-of-view (FOV) headset prototyped in the Redmond, Washington-based Reality Labs offices. Bosworth now reveals the research prototype had something close to a 210-degree FOV, however wide FOV displays are a critical tradeoff the company isn't ready to make.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta is testing facial recognition to fight celebrity scams

The Instagram and Facebook owner also wants to aid account recovery.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

The Army wants Microsoft to "substantially" lower the price of its $80,000 HoloLens-based goggles

Only half of that cost comes from the unit itself
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.10.22): Quest 3S has been launched, Ray-Ban Meta shows consumer appeal, and more!

What a great week for XR with the release of the Quest 3S! I have already started playing with this little toy, and I will write my impressions very soon on this blog (probably Friday or Monday). Tonight, I also can't wait to play a bit of Batman as soon as it becomes available! What about you? Are you going to play it, too?
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Top NFL QB Credits VR Training as a Big Part of His Success, Calling It a "flight simulator" for Football

The Washington Commanders' offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is all-in on VR training, something the team's star quarterback Jayden Daniels credits for accelerating his development, the New York Times reports.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 20th, 2024

Bigscreen Says Beyond Is Now Shipping Within One Day Of Ordering
It's a remarkable feat because each Beyond is custom-made to the buyer, assembled in the US with its lenses fixed to match the distance between their eyes and a face pad molded to the shape of their face, based on the iPhone 3D face scan they provide when ordering.
October 20th, 2024 — Source

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Are The Top Selling Product In Many Ray-Ban Stores
Ray-Ban Meta glasses are the top selling product in 60% of Ray-Ban stores in EMEA.
October 20th, 2024 — Source

Rhythmscapes Promises Drumming Meditation With Only Your Hands
VR rhythm games have the potential to be soothing and meditative when done correctly, and that's exactly what Rhythmscapes seeks to achieve.
October 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 18th, 2024

Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of visionOS 2.1
Apple today seeded the sixth beta of an upcoming visionOS 2.1 update to developers for testing purposes. The sixth beta comes just days after Apple released the fifth beta.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

'Arizona Sunshine Remake' Releases on Quest, PSVR 2 and PC VR, Boasting Visual & Mechanical Overhaul
Vertigo Games released its remake of Arizona Sunshine (2016), the co-op zombie-killing adventure that started it all, boasting overhauled visuals and a new gore system pioneered in Arizona Sunshine 2 (2023).
October 18th, 2024 — Source

How to adjust Meta Quest 3S lenses to get the clearest view
Three presets to rule them all, and one neat trick for those of us in the middle.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

One of PC's Best Co-op Horror Games is Coming to PSVR 2 Just in Time for Halloween
Phasmophobia(2020) is one of the scariest PC VR-supported games, and now developers Kinetic Games announced a release date for PSVR 2.
October 18th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Undead Citadel Review: Hack & Slash Adventuring Comes To Quest
Undead Citadel is an undead hack-and-slash game first released on PC VR in 2023, and it's now available on Quest. Read on for our full review.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 16th, 2024

Maestro Review: Hitting A High Note With Hand Tracking On Quest
Maestro ambitiously redefines VR rhythm gaming by placing you in the role of a conductor focused on actual orchestra management techniques.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta CTO Confirms Mixed Reality Glasses Project, AI Earbuds with Cameras & Cancellation of High-End Quest
In an interview with The Verge, Meta CTO and Reality Labs chief Andrew Bosworth confirmed a number of projects previously subject to speculation, detailed the company’s strategic shift toward AI, and confirmed plans to deepen its partnership with Ray-Ban parent EssilorLuxottica.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S: Is It Worth It?
The Meta Quest 3S is a virtual reality headset designed to provide an immersive VR experience at a more affordable price point compared to its higher-end counterpart, the Quest 3. With a price tag of £290/$300, the Quest 3S is approximately 40% cheaper than the Quest 3, making it an attractive option for those who are new to VR or working with a tighter budget.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Go Narrative Strategy Game Augmented Empire Returns Next Month On Quest
Augmented Empire revives the Oculus Go narrative strategy game next month with mixed reality support on Quest, and we went hands-on.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3S Is The Top Selling Device In Amazon's Video Games Category
Quest 3S is currently the top selling device in the Video Games category of Amazon US, and Quest 3 is third.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Surgeons at UCSD Find Apple Vision Pro Promising for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Surgeons at the University of California, San Diego have been testing the Apple Vision Pro for surgeries, and have performed more than 20 minimally invasive operations while wearing the headsets. Surgeon and director of the Center for Future Surgery at UCSD, Santiago Horgan, recently spoke with Time to provide some commentary on the Vision Pro's performance.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro looks like a game changer in the operating room
Despite suffering modest sales with consumers, Apple’s Vision Pro mixed-reality headset seems to be finding an unexpected but promising application in the medical field, particularly in surgery, according to a new report Tuesday.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 13th, 2024

Affordable Apple Vision Pro To Reportedly See A Major Price Difference Compared To The $3,499 Model, But Could Ship With An A-Series SoC, Plastic Build & More

October 13th, 2024 — Source

The Non-Pro Apple Vision Headset Will Reportedly Be "About $2000"The first non-Pro Apple Vision headset could arrive next year at around $2000, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.

October 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 12th, 2024

Laser Dance Delayed To 2025, Citing Evolving Meta APIs & Scene Drift Issues
If you're unfamiliar with it, Laser Dance is an upcoming Quest 3 & 3S mixed reality game from the developer of Cubism, Thomas Van Bouwel. The game has you dodge lasers in your home to reach and press buttons on your walls, and was originally set to launch late this year, shortly after Quest 3S.
October 12th, 2024 — Source

Shiftall Announces Yet Another MeganeX Headset After Not Shipping The First Two
Shiftall opened preorders for a new MeganeX PC VR headset, after failing to ship the previous two MeganeX PC VR headsets it announced.
October 12th, 2024 — Source

Why Vision Pro is great for writing
After eight months of using my Apple Vision Pro, I've found it immensely useful for my writing work. I try to spend as much time writing with my Vision Pro as possible.
October 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 11th, 2024

12 Amazing Must-Try Mixed Reality Experiences for Meta Quest
Why settle for one TV when you can have multiple screens for multitasking? Mixed reality lets you blend the physical and digital worlds, unlocking new possibilities. Kick back on the couch and stream your evening entertainment on a massive virtual screen with Peacock, Prime Video, and Netflix in Browser.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Apple Opens Its Largest Research Lab Outside the US in China
Apple opened its new testing and development lab in Shenzhen, China, spanning 215,000 square feet.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Fitness Service 'Alo Moves' Launches Immersive Mind-body Classes on Quest
Magnopus, the veteran XR studio behind Mission: ISS (2017), launched Alo Moves XR, a new mixed reality fitness app for Quest that uses volumetric 3D captures to deliver classes from top fitness gurus in yoga, Pilates, and mindfulness.
October 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Haunted Headsets: Spooky and Supernatural VR Games for October and Beyond
October isn't merely a time of year. It's a state of mind. Black cats, full moons, and the color orange don't mysteriously vanish on November 1, so why should your love for the supernatural?
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Here's What Apple Wants to Know From Vision Pro Users
Apple has launched a survey campaign for early adopters of its Vision Pro. The tech giant is seeking detailed feedback on various aspects of the device, perhaps, to understand user experiences and preferences.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Into Black Hands-On: Find Gold In This Thrilling VR Sci-Fi Adventure
Embark on a quirky adventure across Outer Space that boasts a satisfying gameplay loop promising to keep you up for hours.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Living Room Will Turn Your Home Into A Mixed Reality Animal Sanctuary
Living Room is a new app coming to Quest 3 that aims to bring an entire wildlife sanctuary into your home, letting you look after and manage it as you want.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

New Logitech MX Ink Stylus for the Meta Quest VR Headsets
The Logitech MX Ink Stylus introduces a novel approach to interacting with virtual environments when paired with the Meta Quest VR headset. This innovative tool serves as an additional controller, aiming to enrich your VR experience by providing a more intuitive and natural way to engage with specific applications. However, it's important to note that the stylus's effectiveness largely depends on whether the app is optimized for stylus use.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

New VR Fighting Game From 'Synth Riders' Studio Gets Steam Next Fest Demo Next Week
Kluge Interactive, the studio behind hit VR rhythm game Synth Riders (2019), announced its upcoming VR fighting game, FINAL FURY, will be featured at Steam Next Fest on October 14th, which of course means a playable demo.
October 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Quest 3S versus Quest 3: The No-nonsense Recommendation
So you're interested in buying one of Meta's standalone VR headsets. But Quest 3S and Quest 3 look very similar, so which one should you buy? Read on for our no-nonsense recommendation.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Quest v71 Seems Set To Bring Passthrough Cutout For Any Keyboard The Headset Sees
The PTC build of Quest v71 includes a passthrough cutout for any keyboard the headset sees while you're in your virtual home.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Revamped Meta App Reintroduces Quest Users to Some of the Best Immersive Art Out There
Meta has revived its VR Animation Player (2019) with the new release of Theater Elsewhere, a fresh iteration of the free animation player app that allows users to experience immersive, hand-painted worlds created with in VR art app Quill by Smoothstep (2021).
October 11th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Shiftall Announces Yet Another MeganeX Headset After Not Shipping The First Two
Shiftall opened preorders for a new MeganeX PC VR headset, after failing to ship the previous two MeganeX PC VR headsets it announced.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Shiftall Opens Pre-orders for 'MeganeX superlight' Ultra High-Resolution OLED PC VR Headset
Shiftall has launched pre-orders for its newly unveiled MeganeX superlight 8K, a slim and light, high-resolution OLED PC VR headset tracked by SteamVR base stations.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 10th, 2024

'Alo Moves XR' Brings Pilates, Yoga, and Meditation to Life on Meta Quest
Whether you want to engage your core with yoga, calm yourself through meditation, or strengthen your mind-body connection with Pilates, Alo Moves is ready to welcome you into your wellness era. The movement and mindfulness brand has taken the home fitness world by storm with its award-winning on-demand classes, and now it's kicking things up a notch with the launch of Alo Moves XR on the Meta Quest Platform.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: You may never meet The Weeknd, but this new experience brings you close
The headset continues to merge the boundaries between reality and immersive visual art.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Escape Simulator VR Arrives On Meta Quest Today
After a successful launch as a free PC VR update on Steam, Escape Simulator VR is now available on Meta Quest headsets.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

FRENZIES' Quest Preview -- Another Very Promising VR Arena Shooter Testing the Waters
FRENZIES is a new arena shooter from VR veteran studio nDreams that's launching into early access for free today, bringing a ton of visual flair along with an ample list of game modes fans of the genre know and love.
October 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Metamorphosis' Brings Kafka-Inspired Insect Adventure to Meta Quest TodayOne morning, Gregor Samsa awoke to find himself transformed into a giant insect. Maybe you've read Franz Kafka's Metamorphosis before—but have you lived it?

October 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Metamorphosis VR Is A Kafkaesque Narrative Adventure On Quest
Metamorphosis VR is a narrative adventure platformer inspired by Franz Kafka's novel on Quest.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Fitness App Alo Moves XR Arrives Today On Quest 3
Alo Moves XR, a mixed reality fitness app with photorealistic virtual 3D instructors, is now available on Quest 3 and Quest 3S.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality FPS Spatial Ops Arrives This November On Quest & Pico
Spatial Ops, the upcoming mixed reality FPS from Demeo's studio, locks in a release date next month on Quest and Pico.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

'New Folder Games' Released Nine Titles in One Year to Find Its Viral Quest Hit, 'I Am Cat'
The unassuming early access Quest game I Am Cat has taken off in a matter of months, spreading virally through social media with videos of its feline antics. We reached out to the developer New Folder Games to learn more about its recipe for success.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

New PvP Shooter 'Frenzies' Is Out in Early Access for Free on Meta Quest Today, Play Better with These Tips from the Developers
New PvP Shooter 'Frenzies' Is Out in Early Access for Free on Meta Quest Today, Play Better with These Tips from the Developers
October 10th, 2024 — Source

One of my favorite childhood games is being reborn on Meta Quest
Underworld Overseer is the Dungeon Keeper spiritual sequel I've been waiting for.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire Scares Up A Steam Release Today
Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire, the debut VR horror game from the I Expect You To Die studio, is now available on Steam.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Submerged Review: First Scripted Apple Immersive Video Sends Chills From Vision Pro
Cinephiles scratching their heads at Megalopolis and the limits of the Hollywood machine for making movies in the 21st century should find an Apple Vision Pro and sit for a showing of Submerged.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

The House of Da Vinci VR Hands-On: A Head-Scratching Renaissance Puzzler
Step inside the mind of a genius in Blue Brain Games' 16th-century VR puzzler.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Walkabout Mini Golf For iPhone Is $5 With Full VR Cross-Play, Available Now
You can buy the game from today, October 10, 2024, on the Apple App Store with full single-player across the classic eight courses in the main game as well as cross-play to almost any VR headset outside China.
October 10th, 2024 — Source or Source

Workout app Alo Moves is now in VR on Meta Quest 3
Alo Moves XR lets you see study your instructor's technique from all angles at picturesque destinations.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 8th, 2024

ASUS Republic of Gamers and ASUS Metaverse Announce the Release of the SL@SH206 Virtual Experience
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) and ASUS Metaverse today announced the release of the SL@SH206 Web3 project, which creates a gamified experience and Web3 community where players can explore the virtual world and unleash their creativity. The AI-generated stories are supported by cloud technology from Taiwan Web Service Corporation (TWSC), a subsidiary of ASUS. SL@SH206 is targeting users worldwide and is expected to support both Chinese and English languages.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

'Band Space' is Bringing 'Rock Band' Style Multiplayer Rhythm Gaming to Quest and PC VR This Month
Smartmelon Games and Fast Travel Games announced its multiplayer VR rhythm title, Band Space, is set to launch on Quest and PC VR this month, bringing some very Rock Band-inspired gameplay to VR.
October 8th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Google in Push for Ray-Ban Smartglasses Competitor
Samsung and Google announced in early 2023 that, along with Qualcomm, they'd be releasing an "XR platform" based on Android, which could also see the release of a high-end mixed reality headset.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Immersed Visor Hands-On Take 2: Partially Functional, But Cooled By A Frappuccino
Immersed founder Renji Bijoy met me in a Starbucks in Palo Alto immediately after Meta Connect to offer UploadVR a second impression of the Visor headset they're developing.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S hands-on: A $300 VR headset without major compromises
Despite the lower cost, it still delivers an immersive VR experience.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

'Metro Awakening' Gameplay Shows Off Patently Tense Combat, Immersive VR Take on Familiar Mechanics
Leading up to its November 7th release, Vertigo Games detailed more about its upcoming standalone VR prequel to the Metro series, Metro Awakening, including some familiar survival mechanics at the heart of gameplay such as the gas mask, flashlight, and some pretty intense first-person combat.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Play For Dream Showcases Passthrough Latency By Weaving Between Cones While Driving
Play for Dream teased its headset's low latency passthrough by having a racing driver weave between cones while wearing it.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Venice Immersive: Visit The Venice International Film Festival In VRChat

October 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 7th, 2024

Apple Releases Trailer For Submerged, The First Apple Immersive Video Short Film
Apple just shared a trailer for Submerged, the first Apple Immersive Video scripted short film, revealing that it will release on Thursday.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Bounce Arcade Could Be Baller If It Hones The Fundamentals
Pinball is equal parts a genre and almost a medium of play unto itself. High-end cabinets are regarded with the sort of reverence, let alone cost, of some automobiles. It's an instantly comprehensible experience for most - just keep the ball from falling past two paddles you can smack it back with. So how do you expand such a universally beloved experience to VR in a way that isn't just playing virtual cabinets?
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Meta Ray-Bans can expose strangers' personal information with AI-powered doxing
While governments and government agencies all around the world have been using facial recognition technologies for who knows how long -- and that's a concern on its own -- things are headed straight to the nightmare genre.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

You Can Generate A New Meta Avatar From A Selfie
Though Meta didn't announce it, you can generate a new Meta Avatar by taking a selfie.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — October 6th, 2024

Can you replace the Meta Quest 3S cloth head strap?
The Meta Quest 3S comes with a cloth headstrap, but more comfortable alternatives are available.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition Is Nintendogs For Horse Girls
Before stepping into my Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition demo at Gamescom this year, I'll admit that I wasn't the biggest fan of horses. They're big, scary and unsurprisingly very strong, so I couldn't understand why people go out of their way to ride them. However, after spending time with these monstrously-sized creatures in virtual reality, I'm finally starting to see their appeal.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

Which Quest 2 & 3 accessories work with Meta Quest 3S?
Anyone switching from the Quest 2 to the Quest 3S will mostly need new accessories, with a few exceptions.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 29th, 2024

10k Meta Orion Augmented Reality (AR) Glasses Hands On
Meta's Orion augmented reality (AR) glasses feature advanced optical display systems and neural input interfaces that push the boundaries of what's possible in AR. While the current prototypes come with a hefty $10,000 production cost per unit, they are not intended for consumer release.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

Apple designing brand new OS as it eyes new category of products
The iPhone has been Apple's primary moneymaker for a very long time, though the Mac and iPad lineups also help. But the company has recently begun considering new product categories like XR (Extended Reality). To power the Apple Vision Pro the company had to design visionOS, and now it's reportedly working on another new operating system: homeOS.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

The AR and VR headsets you'll actually wear
Plus, in this week's Installer: Balatro comes to your phone, Zelda gets her own game, and a bunch of new movies and shows to watch this weekend.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

What's next for Apple's spatial computing journey? It might not involve headsets
Apple unveiled the first spatial computing product back at WWDC23 last June: Apple Vision Pro. It's been over a year since that unveil, and just over 6 months since they actually shipped the product. Meta recently unveiled their new Orion AR glasses, and while that's just a prototype, it does leave us wondering what Apple has in the pipeline for "spatial computing."
September 29th, 2024 — Source

With The Low-Cost Apple Vision Pro Reportedly Arriving Next Year, Which Chipset Is It Most Likely To Be Kitted Out With?
An affordable Apple Vision Pro could be introduced sometime next year, with the headset reportedly shipping with watered-down features and hardware downgrades to help lower its price. One of those compromises will be a less capable chipset. Here, we discuss a few possibilities while keeping in mind that it is a product that will eventually be positioned for the mass market.
September 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 28th, 2024

5 biggest announcements at Meta Connect this week (including an AR glasses prototype)
Meta's new VR headset undercuts the Apple Vision Pro's price even more than the last. The company also showcased its most advanced AR glasses yet.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

As exciting as the Meta Quest 3S is, I'm just as excited for its third-party Meta Horizon siblings
We expected Meta to talk more about third-party Horizon OS headsets. Meta VP Mark Rabkin explained why they weren't on stage.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

ICYMI This Week: Mannequin, DigiGods, Inter Solar 83, Stilt, & More
It's been a busy week for VR and our latest news roundup is live, featuring several more stories you may have missed.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 25th, 2024

5 biggest announcements at Meta Connect this week (including an AR glasses prototype)
Meta's new VR headset undercuts the Apple Vision Pro's price even more than the last. The company also showcased its most advanced AR glasses yet.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Affordable Apple Vision Pro Could Feature OLED Panels From A Different Supplier, With A Pixel Density That Is Less Than Half Of The $3,499 To Reduce Production Costs
The two 4K micro-OLED panels found in the Apple Vision Pro are estimated to cost $228, totaling $456, making it one of the most expensive components to be found in a consumer device and undoubtedly one of the biggest reasons for that ludicrous $3,499 price tag. The Cupertino behemoth likely intends to lower these costs with the affordable version that is slated to arrive sometime in 2025.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Lite To Have Less Than Half the Pixel Density of Apple Vision Pro
Apple is reportedly developing a more affordable Mixed Reality (MR) device, potentially named “Vision Lite,” with a lower pixel density display compared to its high-end Vision Pro headset.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Genre-Bending VR Mystery One True Path Out Now For Free In Early Access
InnerspaceVR’s One True Path received a new gameplay trailer, and Part 1 is now available in early access.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Harpagun Is A New Shooter-Smasher From Ex-Superhot Developers
Harpagun is a new shooter/smasher VR action game that focuses on gameplay, as you kill an onslaught of enemies on a hostile planet.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Introducing Meta Quest 3S, Our Most Affordable Mixed Reality Headset
Today at Connect, we unveiled Meta Quest 3S, a headset with the same mixed reality capabilities and fast performance as Meta Quest 3, but at a lower price point. Starting at just $299.99 USD, Quest 3S is the best headset for those new to mixed reality and immersive experiences, or who might have been waiting for a low-cost upgrade from Quest and Quest 2.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Metal: Hellsinger VR Review: Out Of Tune
Metal: Hellsinger's premise has always been an unmatched elevator pitch. The breakneck action and ambiance of Doom (2016) are fused with the rhythm game genre. Everything from demons to the fireballs that they throw at you are tied to the rhythm. An equal retaliation increases your damage, builds hit streaks, and amplifies the music in the background.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Metro Awakening Excels With Its Atmospheric VR Gameplay
Metro Awakening promises a heightened atmospheric adventure that only VR can deliver. Here are our full impressions.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Metro: Awakening gets November launch date for Quest, PSVR2 and Steam VR
The Metro series returns this year with Metro: Awakening, a new game set prior to the events of Metro 2033. This also doubles as the first game in the series to support VR headsets, so gamers can get up close and personal with the threats lurking in the tunnels.
September 25th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Metro Awakening VR Announced For PSVR2, Launches November 7
Metro Awakening VR was showcased during Sony's State of Play on September 24. It is a highly anticipated VR game set within the Metro universe.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 23rd, 2024

Apple's next chance to build a Mac with cellular is almost here
Why doesn't the Mac have built-in cellular? The iPad has long retained this one key advantage over MacBooks. Whatever issue you may have with iPadOS, cellular support is undoubtedly a strength. But despite years of waiting, there's still little evidence that Apple is building its first cellular Mac. Except, perhaps, for one recent development that's sparked hope again.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

'Arizona Sunshine Remake' Shows off Visual Overhaul on Quest 3 & PSVR 2 Ahead of October Launch
Vertigo Games is getting ready to release its remake of Arizona Sunshine (2016), the co-op zombie-killing adventure that started it all, showing off some new gameplay footage for Quest 3 and PSVR 2 too.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

How To Play RollerCoaster Tycoon (RCT) on Mac [9 Ways]
How To Play RollerCoaster Tycoon (RCT) on Mac [9 Ways]
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Soars Onto PC VR This November
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 confirmed its release date in a new trailer.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.09.23): Quest 3S may cost $299, Meta and Luxottica to partner until 2030, and more!
These are my last hours in China. I'm currently in Beijing and today I'm taking the plane to get back to Italy. As usual, when a trip ends I'm a bit sad about what I leave, but I'm also a bit happy because I see my own country again and I can finally eat some good pasta :).
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 21st, 2024

Subside's SteamVR Release Delivers Eye-Watering Graphics
Subside's realistic graphics continue to impress in the game's full release on Steam. After a successful demo period that caught the attention of VR enthusiasts, A2D's VR diving sim has officially launched and we dove back in to soak up more of its amazing underwater visuals.
September 21st, 2024 — Source

What to expect at Meta Connect 2024
Meta's developer conference may bring new Quest hardware, a big tease of AR glasses, and a truckload of AI software news — here's how to watch it all.
September 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 19th, 2024

'Dumb Ways: Free For All' Brings a Massive Slate of Multiplayer Mini-games to Quest 3 in November
'Dumb Ways to Die' isn't just a railway safety campaign with odd little bean-people. Soon, it will be a VR game too packed with a ton multiplayer mini-games.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

'Ember Souls' Brings 'Prince of Persia' Vibes & Hack-and-Slash Action to Quest & Steam This Fall
Ember Souls is getting ready to toss you head-first into its very Prince of Persia-inspired hack-and-slash action, which blends melee combat, parkour, climbing, and environmental puzzles—coming to Quest 2/3/Pro and SteamVR headsets soon.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

HTC Targets Gamers With Vive Focus Vision XR Headset/span>
HTC's new Vive Focus Vision extended reality headset aims to deliver the same experiences as the Apple Vision Pro for a more affordable price.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

HTC VIVE Focus Vision is official with color passthrough & more
HTC, one of the big names in the VR segment, just launched the VIVE Focus Vision. Gamers seeking a unique experience appear to be the target audience for the new virtual reality headset. The device is based on the existing VIVE Focus 3, but brings several improvements.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

HTC VIVE Launches VIVE Focus Vision XR Headset for Gaming
HTC VIVE, the global leader in premium XR solutions, today launches its new cutting-edge headset VIVE Focus Vision. The new Extended Reality (XR) headset is the latest in HTC VIVE's highly popular VIVE Focus Series, with a wealth of improvements and new features to give gamers and enterprise users alike the best possible immersive experience for PCVR and standalone gaming, as well as Location-Based Experiences (LBE), industrial training, collaboration, and mixed reality applications.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Meta Extends Ray-Ban Partnership into 2030 to Make Smartglasses Fashionable
Meta and eyewear conglomerate EssilorLuxottica announced they're expanding their smartglasses partnership into 2030, which promises to see further development of "multi-generational smart eyewear products" from the companies.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft's Struggling Military AR Headset Gets Boost From Oculus Founder's Latest Venture
Anduril Industries, the defense tech company founded by Oculus founder Palmer Luckey, announced it's partnering with Microsoft to boost the company's militarized, HoloLens 2-based AR headset, which is currently under contract by the United States Army.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Palmer Luckey partners with Microsoft to turn US soldiers into Starship Troopers
Anduril is teaming up with Microsoft to improve the Army's HoloLens-based headsets with real-time threat updates.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 is Here: A Game-Changer for Spatial Computing?
visionOS 2.0, the latest update to Apple's spatial computing operating system for the Vision Pro headset, introduces a range of significant enhancements focused on refining the user experience and expanding the device's capabilities. The video below from Zollotech gives us a detailed look at the latest version of Apple's visionOS.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 16th, 2024

'Human Fall Flat' is Getting Official VR Support Thanks to This Prolific Modder
Human Fall Flat (2016) is getting VR support soon, bringing the whimsical, wobbly physics-based platformer to all major headsets. And you can thank VR modder 'Raicuparta' for that.
September 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta Connect 2024: Cheaper Quest 3S, AI, AR and everything else you can expect at the metaverse event
We may get our first look at Orion, Meta's true AR glasses.
September 16th, 2024 — Source

Sequel to Quest's Most Popular VR Boxing Game Teases Release in New Trailer
Thrill of the Fight 2, the upcoming sequel to Quest's most popular VR boxing sim, seems to be gearing up for release, as studios Sealost Interactive and Halfbrick Studios tossed out its first teaser trailer.
September 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

VR studio nDreams is set to lay off up to 17.5% of its staff
"For now, our priority is to support our people in this process"
September 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 15th, 2024

Thrill Of The Fight 2 Teases Release Date Announcement
Thrill Of The Fight 2's release date will be announced soon.
September 15th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 13th, 2024

Apple fixes dangerous 'GAZEploit' Vision Pro security flaw
Hackers could've stolen your passwords just by observing your eye movements.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Backrooms-inspired PC Adventure 'POOLS' is Getting VR Support Soon, Gameplay Trailer Here
Games inspired by 'The Backrooms' Internet lore are usually pretty scary, but PC game POOLS (2024) has a different way of getting under your skin. No monsters. Just pools. And soon, you'll be able to play in VR.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Breakthrough in Virtual Haptic Technology Offers Consistent Touch Experience Across Digital Displays
A team of researchers led by Professor Park Jang-Ung from the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) and Professor Jung Hyun Ho from Yonsei University Severance Hospital has developed a new technology that allows users to feel uniform tactile sensations when interacting with digital displays.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Crimen - Mercenary Tales Brings Fantasy Adventure To PSVR 2 Today
Crimen - Mercenary Tales reaches PlayStation VR2 later this week.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Hide-and-Seek VR Shooter 'Mannequin' Launches on Quest & Steam, Trailer Here
Mannequin has graduated from early access on Steam and Quest, bringing the 2v3 hide-and-seek style shooter to the respective main stores.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

How to dual-boot a Mac: Run two versions of macOS together
Here's how to run macOS Sequoia alongside Sonoma, Sonoma with Ventura, or the latest macOS beta in addition to the full macOS on your Mac.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3S 'Action Button' Described On Official Meta Support Page
Official Meta support pages now reference Quest 3S, and one describes it as having a new button to toggle passthrough.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 10th, 2024

Emperor Shows Narrative VR's Emotive Potential
Emperor falls somewhere between your typical VR game and a 360° movie. Produced by Atlas V and Albyon Studio, this 40-minute journey puts us inside the head of a father suffering from Aphasia, a condition that significantly impairs your ability to communicate. What follows is a deeply personal experience that will stick with me for some time.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

POOLS VR On Steam: Alone & Uneasy With The Sound Of Your Footsteps
The creepy atmosphere of POOLS will see official VR support later this year on Steam.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 For Apple Vision Pro Releases Next Week
visionOS 2 was announced back at Apple's WWDC24 event in June. Since then the company has shipped nine beta releases, and the release candidate build is out now.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

VR Fantasy RPG Sword Reverie Is Coming To Quest
There are quite a few VR developers in Seattle, so whenever the Penny Arcade Expo comes to town, a few aisles are devoted to VR and AR. One of this year's PAX West exhibitors in the unofficial "VR Section" was Isekai Entertainment, who showcased the upcoming Quest release of Sword Reverie.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 9th, 2024

'Beat Saber' Gets New Eminem Track as Part of Surprise 'Shock Drop' Songs
Beat Saber is getting 'Shock Drops', something Meta calls a "new-ish hit single to keep things fresh," the first of which is Eminem's Houdini.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

Hitman 3 VR For Quest 3 Gets First Patch, Developer "Committed" To Improvements
The developer of Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded released a "major" patch alongside a statement admitting the game "has not met our own high expectations".
September 9th, 2024 — Source

'Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded' Gets First Big Patch Today Following Critical Misfire
Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded flopped pretty hard when it launched on Quest 3 last week, currently garnering it a [2,7/5] star user rating to go along with an overwhelmingly negative reaction from reviewers far and wide. Now developer XR Games is pushing out its first big update which hopes to address a myriad of issues.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

Sharp & Japan's Largest Telecom Unveil Lightweight AR Glasses 'MiRZA'
Sharp and Japan's largest telecom NTT Docomo today announced a new pair of AR glasses called MiRZA, which is hitting the Japanese market sometime his Fall.
September 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

You Can Now Share Your First Person View In Messenger Calls On Quest
You can now share your first person view during video calls in Messenger on Quest headsets.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 7th, 2024

ICYMI This Week: Subside, Beat Saber, Sandbox VR, The Mixologist & More
Our latest VR news roundup is live, featuring several stories you may have missed this last week.
September 7th, 2024 — Source

Memoreum Preview - Dead Space Meets Alien: Isolation

September 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 6th, 2024

Editorial: Gamescom 2024 Showcased VR's Strength In Unity
Gamescom 2024 showcased the VR community's strength when unified, and here's our full round-up for Europe's largest gaming event.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Qualcomm is working with Samsung and Google on new mixed reality smart glasses
Qualcomm's CEO wants everyone with a phone to wear AI-powered glasses
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Shogun's Empire Looks Like Shogun: Total War In VR On Quest
Shogun's Empire looks like Shogun: Total War with turn-based combat, and the VR strategy game is out now on Quest.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Starwave Review: Interstellar Indulgence
The synergy between body and music is key to a VR rhythm game's success. Starwave may have cracked the code.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

This Mod Lets You Play 'Star Wars Outlaws' in VR
Serial modder Luke Ross has released a new VR mod for the PC version of Star Wars Outlaws (2024).
September 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR Attraction Expects 280 New Franchise Locations Over Next Four Years
Sandbox VR, the location-based VR attraction, announced it's planning to open up 280 new locations within the next four years.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 3rd, 2024

Goovis Art Review: The Private Cinema Display That Doesn't Block Your Vision
VR headsets and augmented or mixed reality glasses used to be clearly distinguished between them. One was clunky but completely immersive, while the other was a pair of glasses with a really small field of view.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

High-refractive-index-modulation nanocomposites for augmented reality displays
Holographic optical elements (HOEs) are essential in augmented reality (AR) displays, providing benefits such as design flexibility and improved optical efficiency. However, current materials' limited refractive index modulation hampers performance, particularly in achieving a broader field of view and increased brightness.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Worlds v178 Release Notes
Meta Horizon Worlds V178 is here! This week's update will make it easier for you to meet up and travel with multiple friends at the same time.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Rolls Out Parental Requests For Preteen Access To Horizon Worlds
Meta is rolling out tools designed for parents to manage preteen access to specific experiences and people on its Horizon Worlds social networking playground.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Retronika Review-In-Progress: A Bumpy Ride
Retronika is a frustrating title. This isn't a game riddled with poor design choices, but in its current early access state, it needs major balance and tuning adjustments to make it worth recommending.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Rumored Quest 3S May Be Launching Soon Following New Meta VR Headset Certification
A new Meta VR headset has been certified by the FCC, possibly pointing to the upcoming release of the rumored Quest 3S—or what could be the company's more affordable offering next to Quest 3.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 2nd, 2024

Quest 3 Now Used On Steam More Than Valve Index, And PSVR 2 Appears
Quest 3 is now used on Steam more than Valve Index, and we have the first sign of how many people are using PlayStation VR2 on PC.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Surreal Touch 6DoF Tracked Controllers For Apple Vision Pro Kickstarter Funded
The Surreal Touch Kickstarter campaign was successfully funded.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — September 1st, 2024

Zombie Army VR Hands-On: Enjoyable Action With Some Faults
Zombie Army VR offers an enjoyable action shooter, but a few issues are holding it back in our recent demo.
September 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 31st, 2024

Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom Launches This October On Quest
Mobile Suit Gundam: Silver Phantom arrives this October on Quest, and we went hands-on with the interactive movie.
August 31st, 2024 — Source or Source

General — Metaverse — August 27th, 2024

Action Hero Hands-On: Superhot VR Set Inside Blockbuster Films
Action Hero is a highly promising VR FPS that mixes Superhot with over-the-top action cinema, and we went hands-on. Here are our full impressions.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Alleged Geekbench listing of Samsung VR headest reveals key specifications
A Geekbench listing of an alleged Samsung VR headset has appeared online, revealing key specifications about the device. It has been previously rumored that Samsung was working on a VR headset that could potentially launch in October.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow hands-on: A fantastic Batman LARP without open-world fluff
After the first hour of Arkham Shadow, I'll be shocked if this isn't our pick for best Quest 3 game of the year.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow First Impressions: Taking Big Swings At Gotham's Rats On Quest 3
Recently I was invited by Meta to try out one of the most anticipated VR titles of 2024, Batman: Arkham Shadow from Camouflaj. During my demo session, I played an entire level of the game traversing the sewers of Gotham in search of a group of Police officers that have been taken hostage by the Rat King and his minions.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Dead Marvel VR Game Resurrected By Fans As Solo Experience
Marvel Powers United VR is being brought back to life by dedicated fans after being shut down over three years ago.
August 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Hands-on: 'Batman: Arkham Shadow' Brings the Series' Signature Combat to VR
Next year VR will get its first big Batman VR game, exclusively on Quest 3. We went hands-on with the game and found out what it's like to be the brawler behind the mask.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

New Valve VR Game Reportedly in Development Alongside Long-rumored Standalone Headset
There's no shortage of speculation when it comes to all things Valve. Tyler McVicker, YouTuber and one of the leading voices dedicated to deciphering Valve's various internal developments, however now reports that not only is the company's long-awaited standalone VR headset still coming, but it may arrive alongside its own Half-Life game.
August 27th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Samsung Will Not Use A Custom Exynos SoC For Its Upcoming AR Headset, As A New Benchmark Leak Reveals It Will Rely On The Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
A prototype of Samsung's rumored AR headset was tested with an Exynos 2200, but that does not mean the company will launch the device with its own chipset. According to the latest benchmark leak, the Korean giant will incorporate Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2, among other details, which we will get into immediately.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Samsung's VR headset listed on Geekbench with key specs
A possible VR/XR headset from Samsung has been in the talks for a while now. The device would be another result of the company's close relationship with Google. Now, a new Geekbench listing for the alleged Samsung's VR headset suggests that its launch is very close.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.08.27): App Lab apps migrated to Meta Store, Quest Pro 2 canceled, and more!
Meta is completing the transition from App Lab to the Horizon Store
August 27th, 2024 — Source

These Third-party Vision Pro Controllers Just Hit Kickstarter, Promising to Unlock VR Gaming
Vision Pro doesn't have controllers, although that's not stopping third-party hardware creators from trying to beat Apple to the punch. Enter Surreal Touch, a motion controller that's just launched a Kickstarter campaign, aiming to leverage Vision Pro's ability to play PC VR games.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 26th, 2024

Astro Hunters VR Takes The PvPvE Shooter To Quest Next Month
Astro Hunters VR, a PvPvE extraction shooter, announced a release date on Quest.
August 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3S: New Budget VR Headset Expected to Launch Soon
Meta canceled plans for its premium mixed reality headset, which would have competed with Apple’s Vision Pro.
August 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro's Poor Sales Likely Forced Meta To Abandon Work On Its Own High-End AR Headset, Despite Having A Significantly Lower Target Price
Meta had plans to introduce a premium mixed-reality headset to the market, likely in response to take on the Apple Vision Pro. However, according to the latest report, the company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, informed his employees to abandon all work done after a product review meeting.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Glasses: A Closer Look at the Rumored Features and Release
The tech world is abuzz with rumors and speculation surrounding the highly anticipated Apple Glasses. As Apple continues to push the boundaries of innovation, the prospect of a sleek and powerful pair of augmented reality (AR) glasses has captured the imagination of tech enthusiasts worldwide.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

Solara One Relaxes VR Space Explorers With Cyrus Nebula Graphics Update
When I last floated into the tranquility of the relaxing VR space exploration experience Solara One from AC Reality Studios, I was left starry-eyed and filled with wonder. Now just a short time later, the developer behind the experience has released a large update bringing features that promise to expand and enhance the experience even further
August 24th, 2024 — Source

This virtual reality game encourages rhythmic breathing to help with mental health
At first glance, Deepwell DTX's Zengence (pronounced like "vengeance") is what video game fans might call a rail shooter. At the start of the game, you're sent down a one-way path that's lined with hostile "Wraiths," but they're initially invisible.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 22nd, 2024

14 New Meta Quest 3 VR headset features
The Meta Quest 3 has received a significant update with version 68, introducing various new features and improvements. These updates enhance user experience through UI changes, media controls, system settings, and more. Let us take a closer look at each to learn more about these new features and how they affect the performance and immersion that the Meta Quest 3 VR headset can offer users.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow puts a young Bruce Wayne up against the Rat King
Batman Arkham is getting a surprise return this year with Batman: Arkham Shadow. This new game in the series, set between the events of Arkham Origins and Arkham Asylum, will put players in the shoes of a young but increasingly confident version of Batman, with access to all of the crime fighting tools you would expect.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

I tried 11 new VR games from Gamescom. Here are my favorites
Gamescom 2024 has a huge VR presence, giving us a look at plenty of new upcoming Meta Quest games.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Lamina1 and Weta join forces with Seattle sci-fi author to create a virtual universe
A digital content platform inspired by Seattle science-fiction author Neal Stephenson’s vision of the metaverse is collaborating with Weta Workshop, the special-effects company best known for its work on “The Lord of the Rings” movie trilogy, to create a whole new online territory for virtual worlds.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Snap and Meta to Unveil Competing AR Glasses in September

August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Snap Will Reportedly Unveil New AR Glasses Next Month - But Still Only For Developers
The company behind Snapchat will launch an upgraded AR glasses developer kit next month, The Verge's Alex Heath reports.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Two of the Most Anticipated VR Games in 2024 Now Have Release Dates
Behemoth from Skydance and Alien: Rogue Incursion from Survios are two of the most anticipated VR games coming in 2024, and both are headed for release on Quest, PSVR 2, and PC VR. And now we know when we’ll first be able to get our hands on them.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 21st, 2024

Is Apple in panic mode over the "next big thing"? Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro, Apple Intelligence, tabletop robot
Over the last couple of years a somewhat stagnant consumer tech market began exploding with new and revolutionary devices.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 16th, 2024

Meta Quest Update Lets You Beam HDMI Devices Into Your Headset
Getting more mileage out your Meta Quest 2, 3, or Pro headset.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest weekly news recap: 21 games, 3 new features, and one sad truth
The VR Games Showcase, big name game releases, Quest v69 firmware, and the end of the line for one popular game.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Meta puts Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas VR on ice
The Quest remake is on hold indefinitely.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality FPS Spatial Ops Leaves Beta This Year On Quest
Spatial Ops, the mixed reality FPS from Resolution Games, will reach the main Meta Horizon Store later this year.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

This $50 Meta Quest 3 accessory is a game-changer for people with glasses
There are lots of accessories for the Meta Quest 3, but these VR prescription lenses from Zenni solve the problem of wearing glasses with the headset once and for all.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

VR Co-Op Roguelite Big Shots Outlines Post-Launch Roadmap
VR mech roguelite Big Shots is now available on the Meta Horizon Store, and the studio outlined its post-launch roadmap.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 14th, 2024

Alien: Rogue Incursion Release Date Confirmed For Quest, PSVR 2 & SteamVR
Alien: Rogue Incursion confirmed a December release on Quest, PSVR 2, and Steam.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

By Grit Alone Wants To Be Dead Space In VR
By Grit Alone aims to be Dead Space in VR and we interviewed the studio to learn more about this upcoming action horror game.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Fly Is Essentially Google Earth VR On Meta Quest & Apple Vision Pro
Fly is essentially Google Earth VR running standalone on Meta Quest headsets and Apple Vision Pro.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Heavy Metal Rhythm Shooter 'Metal: Hellsinger VR' Release Date Announced
Metal: Hellsinger VR, a port of the unique flatscreen rhythm shooter, is getting a VR version, bringing its frenetic action and metal-heavy soundtrack to all major VR headsets.
August 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Last Stand Is A Multi-Location Mixed Reality PvP Shooter For Quest
Last Stand is a new multi-location PvP shooter in mixed reality coming this winter to Quest.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Pre-Orders Now Live for The Epic All-New VR Action-Adventure, 'Behemoth,' Releasing This November on Meta Quest
Behemoth is the next exciting VR adventure from Skydance Interactive, the award-winning developers behind The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners series.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 8th, 2024

Astro Hunters VR Is A PvPvE Extraction Shooter On Steam
Astro Hunters VR is a new PvPvE VR extraction shooter that arrives on Steam today, with a multiplatform launch to follow.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Arcade Paradise VR Goes Multiplatform Today On Steam & PSVR 2
Arcade Paradise VR goes multiplatform, arriving on PC VR and PSVR 2 today.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Darksword: Battle Eternity Brings White-Knuckle Dark Fantasy To PSVR 2
Darksword: Battle Eternity promises a "white-knuckle" dark fantasy action RPG in VR, and it's out now on PSVR 2.
August 8th, 2024 — Source or Source

Kiwi Design RGB Vertical Charging Stand for Quest review
Today I'm going to review the RGB Vertical Charging Stand that Kiwi Design sent me for evaluation. I think it's a great addition to my desk, let me tell you why in this post.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Pavel's Gulag Getout Is A Penguin-Themed VR Climbing Game
Pavel's Gulag Getout is a "rage-quit-inducing" penguin-themed VR climbing game coming to Quest and Steam.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Samsung Display reportedly wins microOLED contract for Microsoft's next-gen MR headset
MicroOLED is a common name for OLEDoS, the organic light-emitting diode on silicon. OLEDoS enables the production of large OLED displays using silicon wafers, a material that is used in electronics manufacturing.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Spiders Are So Scary in VR That 'Dungeons of Eternity' Added an Option to Censor Them
Dungeons of Eternity (2023) is chock-full of skeletons, zombies, slimes and yes... spiders. But now developer Othergate has added an 'Arachnophobia Mode' that lets you take on the VR hack-n-slash adventure on Quest without fear of eight-legged creepy crawlies.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Top Developers to Debut New Meta Quest VR Games at the Inaugural 'VR Games Showcase' on August 15
The first-ever VR Games Showcase debuts next week on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 9am PT, streaming live on the showcase's brand-new YouTube channel. There will be new game reveals, updates on already announced titles, and new platform reveals for existing games.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

VR Games Showcase Promises 'Major' Reveals Next Week For Quest, PSVR 2 & Steam
A VR Games Showcase will air next week, promising "major announcements" for Quest, PSVR 2, PC VR, and Pico.
August 8th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR Games Showcase Teases 7 Reveals Coming Next Week, Including New Games, Updates & More
A new VR Games Showcase is kicking off next week, promising a peek at 'AAA' VR games and major updates coming from a number of studios, including nDreams, Vertigo Games, Schell Games, Flat2VR Studios, and IO Interactive. Now we have at least seven studios teasing what's next.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 6th, 2024

Best Men's Hiking and Adventure Boots for 2024
Gear up your next adventure with a pair of the best men's hiking boots. Whether you're looking for waterproof fabric boots to hike mountain trails or stylish leather boots for urban exploration, we've found the top options for your next excursion. Prepare for the outdoors with a pair of the best men's hiking boots from Adidas, Danner, On, and Haglöfs. These hiking shoes are ideal for mountain trials, camping trips, or even long days pounding the pavement, depending on what you need.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Distraction Control: In new iOS 18 beta, Safari lets you hide annoying parts of web pages
This is new.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Dungeons Of Eternity Turns Off The Spiders With New Arachnophobia Mode
Dungeons of Eternity, the VR co-op fantasy action game, now lets you disable spiders as enemies.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Google's Search Engine Deal with Apple Deemed a Monopoly
A US judge ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly in the search engine market. The ruling, a major victory for the US Department of Justice, found that Google's billions of dollars in payments to Apple and other companies to make its search engine the default option on smartphones and web browsers blocked competition.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

How Firefighters Are Training With VR & Haptic Heat Vests
VR has many use cases beyond entertainment and with HTC, RiVR's fire safety program aims to minimize training risks. Here's what we thought.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Meta Horizon Worlds v174 Release Notes
Meta Horizon Worlds V174 is here! This week's update includes a new quality of life improvement that will help you know whether your microphone is on or off when speaking, along with a handful of bug fixes.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

New SpongeBob SquarePants Environment comes to Apple Vision Pro
Paramount Plus is rolling out a new SpongeBob SquarePants-themed Environment for Apple Vision Pro users today. The new immersive experience, which also includes a jellyfish interactive game, takes Vision Pro users underwater and straight to Bikini Bottom.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

VR Veteran Studio nDreams to Reveal "what's next" at VR Games Showcase Next Week
One of VR's most senior studios nDreams announced they're getting ready to announce "what's next" at the VR Games Showcase next week.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 3rd, 2024

Developers Report Frustration Building Apple Arcade Games For Vision Pro
Developers spoke to mobilegamer.biz about their frustrations building Apple Vision Pro games for the Apple Arcade service.
August 3rd, 2024 — Source

Skydio Drone Operated From Quest 3 Shows Meta Headset As FPV Replacement
Dedicated headsets for seeing live views from a drone are starting to face competition from more general purpose standalone VR headsets, for shorter range use at least.
August 3rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — August 2nd, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: August 2, 2024 -- AAPL Q3 2024 earnings
On today's episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss Apple reporting record Q3 2024 earnings. We also cover Apple's motion to dismiss the DOJ antitrust lawsuit, citing harm to innovation and user experience.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

A VR-Based Flight Simulator Rig Has Been FAA Qualified For The First Time
A flight simulator rig using a VR headset has been FAA qualified for the first time.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

Apple Glasses: Everything We Know So Far (Exclusive Leaks, Features, & Price Insights)
Apple is set to transform the world of augmented reality with the highly anticipated Apple Glasses. As the company continues to push the boundaries of technology, the Apple Glasses are expected to offer a seamless blend of innovative features and practical functionality.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

Flat2VR Studios Gets Boost From Early Oculus Investors
Flat2VR Studios received a funding boost from early Oculus investors, a move that "should help open some doors" to porting more flatscreen games to VR.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

How to prepare your App Lab app for the Meta Quest Horizon Store
The time has come. Starting from August, 5th, all the applications published on Meta App Lab will become official apps on the Meta Horizon (aka Quest) Store! We are very close to the deadline and you must be sure that your app is ready for that. But what do you need to do? Let Tony tell you everything you need to know...
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

HTC Cuts Vive XR Elite US Price From $1100 To $900
Vive XR Elite is HTC's most recent standalone headset, launched early last year, and its first targeted to consumers instead of just businesses. XR Elite features the same kind of small early pancake lenses as 2021's Vive Flow, and uses the original generation Snapdragon XR2 chip also used in Quest 2.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

Project Judge Visions Is An Intriguing Free Experiment For VR Card Games
Back in February, I was lucky enough to reach out into the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! in VR in an experiment that sought to bring the card game to life, with the character interactions and holograms for monsters that you would expect.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

'The New Salsa Academy' Teaches You All The Right Moves, Now Available on Quest
Taking a dance course can be intimidating, not to mention time consuming—but it doesn't have to be. At least not when you can do it in VR (and MR).
August 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

VR Port Studio Joins Andreessen Horowitz Accelerator, Earning Investment and Validation
Flat2VR Studios has been accepted into the SPEEDRUN accelerator, not only giving the studio a financial boost on its mission to bring VR support to non-VR games, but a good measure of validation too.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

XREAL Beam Pro versus Vision Pro
In the rapidly evolving world of augmented reality (AR), two devices stand out: the XREAL Beam Pro and Apple's Vision Pro. While both aim to provide immersive AR experiences, they differ significantly in terms of functionality, cost, and user experience.
August 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 31st, 2024

Meta Releases New Audio Ray Tracing Tool for More Immersive Soundscapes on Quest
Meta announced its released a new Acoustic Ray Tracing feature that will make it easier for developers to add more immersive audio to their VR games and apps.
July 31st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 29th, 2024

Balenciaga and Rimowa Launch Apps for Apple Vision Pro
Luxury French fashion house Balenciaga and premium German luggage brand Rimowa have launched apps for the Apple Vision Pro, expanding the headset's immersive fashion experiences.
July 29th, 2024 — Source

New VR Games & Releases August 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PSVR 2 & More
After some new VR games this August? Here are our monthly upcoming highlights.
July 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 28th, 2024

New Alien: Rogue Incursion Gameplay Trailer Reveals Protagonist
A new Alien: Rogue Incursion gameplay trailer confirmed the VR horror title's upcoming protagonist.
July 28th, 2024 — Source

Zero Caliber 2 Brings Cinematic VR FPS Action To Quest Today
Following a short delay, VR FPS Zero Caliber 2 arrives on Quest today.
July 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 26th, 2024

I tried Apple Vision Pro and it made me rethink everything
Apple's headset brought exhilaration and stress in ways I never could have imagined without experiencing it for myself.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest 3s: Rumors, specs, and what we want to see
It's a next-generation budget-priced VR headset from Meta.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Ray-Ban Glasses Pair To Quest 3 For A Preview Of Our Wearable Future
Quest 3 can pair to the Meta Ray-Ban glasses to privately download videos and photos anywhere.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

SWERY Wants To Create A VR Multiplayer Game Unlike Anything Else
Following his VR debut with Death Game Hotel, SWERY wants to create a "multiplayer experience that no one has ever seen before."
July 26th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — July 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro Gains New Lake Vrangla Environment
Apple has released a new Environment for Apple Vision Pro, called Lake Vrangla, which is close to Oslo in Norway.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

'Arken Age' Release Date is "coming soon," Promising 10--15 Hour Campaign on PSVR 2 & PC VR
Arken Age, the upcoming single-player sci-fi shooter from Shadow Legend VR (2019) studio VitruviusVR, is almost here.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Gran Turismo 7 Update Adds Six New Cars, Updated Physics Model, and More
Patch 1.49 goes live today at 11 PM Pacific, and will also bring a new GT Cafe Menu and a new circuit in the form of the returning Eiger Nordwand.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Gran Turismo 7's Latest Update Includes A Familiar Track And Six New Cars
Polyphony Digital's latest Gran Turismo 7 additions include updated physics and new customization options today on PSVR 2.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

'Into the Radius 2' Releases in Early Access on PC VR Today, Including Two-Player Co-op
CM Games, the developer behind the single-player survival shooter Into the Radius (2020), have released its long-awaited sequel via Steam Early Access today, bringing us back to the deadly Pechorsk Security Zone.
July 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meta Quest to get AI features ahead of Vision Pro
The move will see the artificial intelligence features currently available in Ray-Ban smart glasses brought to the Quest too, initially as an experimental feature ...
July 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 22nd, 2024

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Review-In-Progress: Good Start With Fun Combat
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable brings the acclaimed series to Quest, offering enjoyable combat but a repetitive campaign in early access.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Chernobyl Again Lets You Try And Prevent A Nuclear Disaster
Chernobyl Again is a VR time-traveling adventure where you must save the nuclear power plant.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

'Disembodied' is an Inventive Platformer for Quest That's All About Hand-tracking
Disembodied is a unique platformer coming to Quest that answers the question: how do you build a 'traditional' game entirely around hand-tracking?
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Google Reportedly Wants To Steal Ray-Ban From Meta, But Zuckerberg Has A Plan To Stop It
Google reportedly wants to steal the Ray-Ban partnership from Meta for its own Gemini glasses, but Mark Zuckerberg has a plan to stop it.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Magic Leap Lays Off Sales & Marketing Amid Report of "last ditch" Pivot to License AR Optics
Storied AR headset unicorn Magic Leap has laid off its entire sales and marketing departments, making for around 75 jobs cut from its rolls.
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

Meta files a patent to copy Vision Pro's EyeSight feature
It's not surprising that Meta is keeping a close eye on Vision Pro, and looking to see what lessons it can learn for its own Quest headsets; it's somewhat more surprising that it would seek to copy a feature which has been poorly received, and that Apple is likely to drop ...
July 22nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 19th, 2024

Apple Unveils New Immersive Video Series and Films Coming to Vision Pro

July 19th, 2024 — Source

High-flying Co-op Adventure 'Windlands 2' is Finally Coming to PSVR 2 Next Week
Windlands 2 (2018), the co-op platforming adventure from Psytec Games, is finally making its way to PSVR 2 next week.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

New Hot Air Balloons Apple Immersive Video Out Now On Apple Vision Pro In The US
The first episode of the Boundless Apple Immersive Video series is now available in the US.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Scrapped Deadly Premonition VR Demo Was Tested During The Sequel's Development
A Deadly Premonition VR demo was tested and scrapped, though SWERY expressed interest in creating a VR adaptation "if given the chance."
July 19th, 2024 — Source

The Viture Pro XR Glasses Are A Surprisingly Good Private Projector Screen You Can Wear
These glasses let you play games, watch movies, and work on your PC in 1080p at 120Hz.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Tiny Archers Takes Aim On Quest With Smart Bow Accessory Support
Tiny Archers, a VR fantasy tower defense game that supports a hardware smart bow, received its full release on Quest, Pico and PC VR.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro users get scads of new immersive content
Apple unveiled a slate of new Immersive Videos for Vision Pro in the form of series and films Thursday. So users of the AR/VR headset are in for some new audio-visual treats. And some are available now.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 18th, 2024

Any Quest Mixed Reality App Can Now Disable The Annoying Boundary
Any mixed reality app on Quest can now disable the annoying VR-centric safety boundary.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

bHaptics TactSuit Now Works In Some PlayStation VR2 Games, Including Breachers
The bHaptics TactSuit haptic vest and Tactosy haptic armbands addon now work in four PlayStation VR2 games.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

'Down the Rabbit Hole' Follow-up Coming to Quest This Fall, Trailer Here
Corptopia Studios, developer behind VR puzzle-adventure Down the Rabbit Hole (2020), announced the release of a follow-up title that takes you back to the game's winding chasm of enigmatic dioramas.
July 18th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

How Testing in the Metaverse Looks
The "metaverse" typically refers to a collective virtual shared space that is created by the convergence of a virtually enhanced physical reality and a persistent virtual reality. According to Jonathon Wright, testing requires a mix of manual testing, automated testing, user testing, emulators, and simulators. Real-world testing environments are used in combination to cover as many scenarios as possible.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Ironlights Lays Down The Gauntlet In New Major Update
Nearly three years since its last big update, 1v1 VR dueling game Ironlights returns today with a new game mode on Quest and PC VR.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta Reportedly Plans Two Quest 4 Variants For 2026, Then Quest Pro 2 In 2027
Meta plans to release Quest 4 in two variants in 2026 and then a Quest Pro 2 in 2027, The Information reports.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta to take the fight to Apple Vision Pro with three new headsets and AR glasses, starting with Meta Quest 4
A new Meta Quest is on the horizon.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta's AR/VR Hardware Teams Must Reportedly Cut Spending By 20%
Meta's AR/VR hardware teams have been told to cut spending by 20% by 2026, The Information reports.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Meta's HUD Glasses Reportedly Won't Be Ray-Ban Branded As Luxottica "Balked" At The Thickness
Meta's smart glasses with a HUD, releasing next year, won't be Ray-Ban branded or styled, The Information reports.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Metaverse expert Matthew Ball still believes in the 3D internet
The author of 'The Metaverse' discusses the new update to his 2022 book and how the Apple Vision Pro and AI fit into the spatial internet.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3 Mixed Reality Experiences Can Now Span Throughout Your Entire Home
Developers can now build Quest 3 mixed reality experiences that span across multiple rooms in your home.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Somnium VR1 hands-on: a high-res headset for simulators
Last week I was in Prague at Somnium Connect to see the launch of the Somnium VR1 headset. I've also been able to try the headset for around half an hour, so I would like to tell you my first impressions about it. Does it live up to the hype? Discover it in this post!
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Witchblood Brings A Classic VR Metroidvania To Quest Today
Seven years after its initial release, VR Metroidvania Witchblood returns today on Quest.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 9th, 2024

Apple Releases Third Beta of visionOS 1.3 to Developers
Apple today released the third beta of an upcoming visionOS 1.3 update to developers, allowing them to test new features ahead of the software seeing a public launch. The third ‌visionOS‌ 1.3 beta comes a week after the release of the second beta.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

Ghosts Of Tabor Devs Plan Quest Early Access For GRIM & Silent North
As GRIM and Silent North head for early access, the Ghosts of Tabor studio's CEO isn't a fan of Meta phasing out App Lab.
July 9th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

With Quest 2 Widely Sold Out, Meta Aims to Make Quest 3 Price More Palatable with 0% Financing
We're in a bit of a gulf now that Quest 2 is sold out and Meta is likely preparing to drop a new, cheaper device pretty soon to fill its shoes. To keep the headset sales chugging though, Meta announced it's offering 0% financing on Quest 3.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 6th, 2024

Apple Glasses: Unveiling the Secrets of Apple's Next Big Thing
Apple is gearing up to shake up the wearable tech scene with the highly anticipated release of its Apple Glasses. Expected to hit the shelves sometime between 2026 and 2027, these augmented reality (AR) glasses are looking to completely change the way we interact with technology on a daily basis.
July 6th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 5th, 2024

Apple Fixes VisionOS Bug That Allowed Websites to Flood Vision Pro with 3D Bats and Spiders
Apple's developer team fixed a scary bug in its augmented reality platform visionOS that allowed malicious websites to fill your Apple Vision Pro headset with hundreds of 3D objects, including bats and spiders, without your permission.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

How to be a good mentor at an XR hackathon
In the last month, I've been a mentor/judge at two XR hackathons: the XR Game Jam in Helsinki and the XRCC in Berlin. It's been a very pleasant experience and I've learned a thing or two about how it is being a mentor during this kind of event, so as usual, I want to share my learnings with you.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

Lynx Shipping Additional R-1 Mixed Reality Headsets Soon, CEO Details "excruciating" Fundraising Environment
French startup Lynx hasn't had an easy time of getting headsets out the door, much less funding its small hardware startup, which is dedicated to producing its R-1 mixed reality standalone. There seems to be some light at the end of the tunnel though, as Lynx CEO Stan Larroque announced that a batch of R-1 headsets should be shipping out soon.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 4th, 2024

Any Quest Mixed Reality App Can Now Disable The Annoying Boundary
Any mixed reality app on Quest can now disable the annoying VR-centric safety boundary.
July 4th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — July 2nd, 2024

Apple's Vision Pro: five months later
On this episode of The Vergecast, a look back — and forward — at Apple's headset.
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable Trailer Shows Melee Combat With Nude Giants
Attack On Titan VR: Unbreakable will receive a staggered launch, entering early access this month on Quest.
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Here Are the macOS Sequoia Features Intel Macs Won't Support
When Apple released macOS Monterey in 2021, some key features required a Mac with Apple silicon. The same scenario played out with macOS Ventura in 2022, and then again the following year with the release of macOS Sonoma. With macOS Sequoia set to arrive in the fall, which new features can Intel Mac owners expect to be unavailable to them this time around?
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Tim Sweeney Explains Why Fortnite Has "No Plans" For VR Support
Fortnite in VR still isn't happening as Epic Games' CEO reconfirmed there are currently "no plans."
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Zuckerberg: Meta "almost ready" to Show Off Prototype AR Glasses
A previous report maintained that Meta is getting ready to show off prototype AR hardware at the company's upcoming Connect developer conference in September, which up until now has been tightly under wraps. Now Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he's "almost ready" to reveal a pair of "unmistakably [AR] glasses."
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 28th, 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.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro guide: Everything you need to know
Having launched in the U.S. in February, Apple Vision Pro is now available to buy in the U.K., Canada and elsewhere. Here's what you should know about Vision Pro before you buy one.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro launches in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore
Apple's spatial computing headset Vision Pro has set foot in regions other than the US. The headset has now arrived in mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore as part of the latest expansion.
June 28th, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Blade & Sorcery Review: Still One Of VR's Best Combat Games
Blade & Sorcery recently entered full release but how does this VR physics-based combat game feel in 2024?
June 28th, 2024 — Source

Hand-tracking Pioneer Ultraleap Initiates Layoff Amid Major Restructuring
Ultraleap, the company behind the Leap Motion hand-tracking module, informed staff on Wednesday that it was proposing a layoff amid a potential restructuring of the business that could see the company split in two.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

The MacRumors Show: Apple Vision Pro Available Around the World
The MacRumors Show: Apple Vision Pro Available Around the World
June 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The UploadVR Showcase - Summer 2024: Everything Announced!
Thank you, everyone, for checking out The UploadVR Showcase - Summer 2024! This time, we had the opportunity to broadcast to over 30,000 viewers between our site, IGN, and the content creators and developers who restreamed the show.
June 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ultraleap Reportedly Plans To Sell Its Leap Motion Hand Tracking Group Amid Major Layoffs
The startups formerly known as Ultrahaptics and Leap Motion appear to be heading in separate directions again after 5 years together ended in significant layoffs.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

VR Space Exploration Sim Inter Solar 83 Alpha Adds New Planets, Resource Management & More
Inter Solar 83, an interstellar exploration VR adventure, edges closer to launch with a series of closed alpha updates.
June 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 26th, 2024

Is an Apple Vision SE the key to spatial computing's success?
Apple's plans for its new headset include a lower-priced model—but at what cost?
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Ditches Its Own Tools in Favor of LIV Partnership for Mixed Reality Capture on Quest
There are a few great ways to market VR games, but there's arguably none better than by showing real people immersed in virtual environments thanks to mixed reality capture. While Meta has its own Mixed Reality Capture tool (MRC), the company is taking a step back from development by adopting third-party app LIV as its official solution.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest headsets testing Vision Pro-style freeform window placement
One of the many differences between Meta Quest headsets and Vision Pro is the far more flexible windowing arrangements possible on Apple's device.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest Update Makes Window Management Very Similar to Apple Vision Pro
Meta's upcoming Horizon OS update (formerly Quest OS) introduces improvements to window management in VR, offering users more flexibility when arranging applications. This update seems to be inspired by features available on Apple Vision Pro. This comes after Apple reportedly rejected Meta AI due to privacy concerns, and their history.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

New 'Chrono Weaver' Demo Brings More 'Portal' Inspired Puzzling to Quest & PC VR
Indie studio Ivory Crow Games have released a new demo for Chrono Weaver, a single player game that lets you make copies of yourself to solve physics-based puzzles.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Quest 3 Seems To Have Sold At Least 1 Million Units
Over 1 million people have completed the Quest 3 mixed reality introduction experience First Encounters.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 24th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro is a flop... just like the iPod
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Entry-level 'Apple Vision' headset could require a tethered iPhone or Mac
The Apple Vision Pro has gotten off to a slow start, spurring management to rethink its plans for the device. Focused now on an entry-level device, likely called "Apple Vision," it may require ia tethered Mac or iPhone in order to function.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

'RIVEN' Review -- An Okay VR Port of an Awesome Game Still Worth Playing
RIVEN (1997), the sequel to iconic point-and-click puzzle-adventure MYST (1993), just got the VR treatment in its new remake. Unlike Myst, which felt a little too game-y and obtuse at times, Riven plays a lot more like a modern title, which thanks to Quest and SteamVR support, is true in every sense of the word now.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Rogue Ascent Brings The Roguelike VR Shooter To Steam Next Month
Rogue Ascent, a VR roguelike sci-fi adventure, reaches Steam next month with controller support.
June 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Three reasons a tethered Apple Vision headset would be an acceptable compromise for me
It's been consistently reported that Apple has been struggling to develop a lower-cost version of the Vision Pro, and that the solution might need to be a tethered Apple Vision product -- with either an iPhone or a Mac providing the required processing power.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 23rd, 2024

Apple has been working on a cheaper Vision Pro for years - here's why it's not here yet
Apple dealing with 'difficult trade-offs'.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

Cheaper 'Apple Vision' headset could require a tethered iPhone or Mac
Earlier this week, a report suggested that Apple has shifted its focus from developing a next-generation Vision Pro to a lower-cost version of the headset instead. A new report today sheds more light on the Apple Vision product roadmap, with some details on how Apple could cut costs in the future.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

I regret buying the PSVR 2
It seems like Sony is giving up on the platform, and so am I.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

Meta Now Lets You Manually Update Your Quest System Software Via PC Or Android
Meta released a web tool letting you manually update your Quest headset to the latest system software version.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

The Exorcist: Legion VR Turns Up The Fear With Free Quest 3 Upgrade
Survival horror adventure game The Exorcist: Legion VR received a free major update for Quest 3.
June 23rd, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 20th, 2024

Apple Arcade launches two hit games on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Arcade players with Apple Vision Pro can boost their way into a whole new dimension in the raucous racing game Warped Kart Racers, releasing today on the service. Spatial titles on Apple Vision Pro deliver new gameplay experiences that blend digital content with the physical world.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Download Vision Pro's "Mount Hood" Wallpaper for MacOS, iPhone and iPad
An Apple enthusiast known as Basic Apple Guy has created a high-resolution wallpaper featuring the Mount Hood environment from Apple's Vision Pro headset. This environment offers a virtual experience of Trillium Lake with a view of Mount Hood.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Gaming on Vision Pro grows with two new spatial titles in Apple Arcade
Contrary to all of its competitors in the VR headset space, the Apple Vision Pro hasn't had much of a gaming story. Slowly, though, additional spatial titles keep getting added to Apple Arcade, including two new ones Apple just announced.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

How small claims court became Meta's customer service hotline
People are using the courts in a last-ditch attempt to recover their accounts.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Immersive Puzzler 'Infinite Inside' to Release on Vision Pro & All Major Headsets Next Month
Maze Theory today announced that its upcoming immersive puzzle-adventure game Infinite Inside is set to arrive next month, coming to all major headsets.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Meta Releases Tool to Let You Force Quest OS Updates via PC Tether
Meta has released a tool that will allow Quest users the ability to force software updates via a tethered connection.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

New Meta Accelerator Aims to Fund Quest Developers Building 'Lifestyle Apps' Using MR, AI, & Hand-tracking
Meta announced a new developer accelerator aimed at kickstarting 'Lifestyle' apps for Quest which make use of mixed reality, AI and hand-tracking.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Founder Palmer Luckey Working on New Headset 'Driven by Military Requirements'
But can be used for "non-military stuff."
June 20th, 2024 — Source

Report: Apple Stops Work on Vision Pro 2 in Favor of Budget Headset
The cheaper version could cost as much as the most expensive iPhones.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

The Infinite Inside Brings A New MR Puzzle Adventure To All Major Platforms Next Month
The Infinite Inside arrives on all major VR platforms next month.
June 20th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 17th, 2024

6 Things Vision Pro Needs Before It Can Go Mainstream
Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) is over, and while Vision Pro was a big focus with the announcement of its visionOS 2 update, it's pretty clear Apple's first mixed reality headset isn't in a hurry to feature-match other XR headsets at this point, let alone Meta Quest 3. When Apple eventually does step down to the XR playing field with a more consumer-friendly headset though, there are a number of things would-be owners are probably hoping for that have so far gone missing.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Gracia Is A Platform For Truly Volumetric Photos & Short Videos, Viewable On Quest 3
Gracia is a technology pipeline and viewing platform for 6DoF volumetric content, available on Quest 3 and PC VR.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Logitech introduces MX Ink: A new stylus for Meta Quest users
Logitech has collaborated with Meta to introduce the MX Ink, a stylus designed to improve user interactions in mixed reality (MR) environments for Meta Quest users. This product aims to provide precise control for a seamless transition between digital spaces.
June 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Logitech's first Meta Quest stylus helps artists work in 3D
The $129.99 MX Ink stylus can draw, model, and manipulate objects in 3D and will be available 'later this year' for AR and VR artists.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Quest Gets Its First Third-party Input Device Thanks to Logitech
Logitech today unveiled an XR stylus that comes as Meta Quest's first third-party motion peripheral, targeting creatives working in both 2D and 3D media.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Quest headsets are getting their first input device that isn't from Meta
Logitech's MX Ink is a new, pen-like experience for mixed reality.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

The Quest 2 and 3 are getting an official stylus controller for artists and designers
The 6DoF Logitech MX Ink stylus works with popular XR apps like OpenBrush and Gravity Sketch and comes with a mat for 2D painting.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Top 5 AR innovations of 2024
Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that adds digital elements, like graphics and sounds, to our real world. Unlike Virtual Reality (VR), which creates entirely virtual environments, AR uses our existing surroundings and upgrades them with new digital information. This technology is commonly used in smartphone apps and special glasses or headsets, allowing us to interact with these digital extensions as part of our everyday environments.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 16th, 2024

Sandbox VR"s Squid Game Review
A few days ago I was in San Mateo (California) to try the Squid Game experience at Sandbox VR. I was very curious about it and I came out with a good impression. Do you want to know more? Well, then keep reading...
June 16th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 14th, 2024

Apple Launches Vision Pro Pre-Orders in Mainland China Today, Going Where Meta Can"t
Apple announced at its annual Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) this week it"s finally set to release Vision Pro internationally, as it"s now coming to a number of new countries over the next two months. Today, customers in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and mainland China can pre-order—the latter of which gives Apple a chance to tap into a massive domestic market its main competitor Meta has so far been barred from accessing.
June 14th, 2024 — Source

Downtown Club Racing Game Steers Onto Quest App Lab Today In Early Access
Downtown Club, a VR racing game with full virtual controls, arrives in early access today on Quest App Lab.
June 14th, 2024 — Source

Mixed Reality Racer Track Craft Is Now Fully Playable In VR
Former mixed reality exclusive Track Craft now includes an immersive VR mode, and it's heading to the main Quest Store in August.
June 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Unity 6 Preview Will Soon Add Pre-Release Support For visionOS 2
Unity 6 Preview will add pre-release support for visionOS 2 "in the upcoming weeks".
June 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 12th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro guide: Everything you need to know
Apple Vision Pro will soon be available outside America, launching the U.K., Canada, China and elsewhere in June and July. Here's what you should know about Vision Pro before you buy one.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Hide-and-Seek VR Shooter 'Mannequin' Arrives on Steam Early Access Next Week
Fast Travel Games announced it's finally set to bring Mannequin, its asymmetrical stealth VR shooter, into early access for SteamVR headsets this month.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Is Apple Vision Pro going mainstream? Two key camera makers unveil spatial content hardware
We could see spatial movies soon.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

LG Shakes Up XR Division, Reportedly Putting Meta Headset Partnership on Ice
Korean media last month alleged that the Meta/LG partnership to create a high-end XR headset wasn't going so well, suggesting either outright cancellation or a delay pushing release of a prospective Apple Vision Pro competitor to 2027. While this hasn't been substantiated by either company, it's clear there's something big going on under the surface, as LG is now shuffling employees from its XR division to other parts of the company.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Mannequin Hands-On: VR Prop Hunt Strikes A Convincing Pose
Mannequin, the Prop Hunt-inspired asymmetrical VR multiplayer game, reaches Steam on June 20. Read on for our full impressions on Quest.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft Lays Off More Staff In HoloLens Department As Meta Partnership Strengthens
Microsoft laid off more employees in its mixed reality department.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Quest's Web Browser Now Supports Netflix
You can now watch Netflix in the web browser on Quest headsets, and it streams at up to 1080p.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

Some Users Won't Need to Wear Vive Trackers Soon Thanks to Upcoming AI Body Tracking Update
HTC has teased that some users may not even need to wear their latest Vive Ultimate Trackers soon thanks to an upcoming AI-powered body tracking update.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Ultimate Swing Golf Devs Talk Challenges, Safety & Mixed Reality In Bringing Golf To VR
Clap Hanz has spent 25 years making the studio synonymous with the golf game.
June 12th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Vision Pro Demos at Apple Stores in UK, Canada, and More Begin July 12
Apple Vision Pro launches in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the U.K. on Friday, July 12, and you will be able to try out the spatial computer at your local Apple Store in those countries starting on the same day next month.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 Beta Already Available For Apple Vision Pro Owners To Download & Install
The first visionOS 2 beta is already available for Apple Vision Pro owners to download and install.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

With visionOS 2, Apple Vision Pro Can Print What You See
Apple Vision Pro can print flat media on physical paper in visionOS 2.
June 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 10th, 2024

Apple announces visionOS 2 supporting Dual 4K resolution with Mac Virtual Display, Vision Pro sales go global June 28
A year after the unveiling of Vision Pro, Apple announces visionOS 2
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Announces visionOS 2 With Ultra-Wide Mac Virtual Display, Travel Mode on Trains, and More
Apple today announced visionOS 2, the first major update to the Vision Pro's operating system. The first visionOS 2 beta is now available for Apple Developer Program members, and the update will be released to the public later this year.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Announces visionOS 2 with Updates to Spatial Photos and More
Today, Apple has officially announced visionOS 2 at WWDC 2024. The first new major software update for the device, this update includes several notable features. These features include an update to the Photos app, additional SharePlay features, new gestures and more.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple announces visionOS 2: simpler navigation, upgraded Mac Virtual Display, more
visionOS 2 includes changes to the gestural system to make quick actions easier to access. The Photos app can automatically synthesize Spatial Photos from your 2D photo library, and the Mac Virtual Display feature is being upgraded with bigger resolutions and better quality.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Launching Vision Pro in These 8 Countries by Mid-July
Apple today announced that the Vision Pro headset will be available in eight additional countries over the coming weeks.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Releases visionOS 1.2 With Persona, EyeSight and Virtual Keyboard Improvements
Apple today released visionOS 1.2, the second major update to the ‌visionOS‌ operating system that launched alongside the Vision Pro in February. ‌visionOS‌ 1.2 comes three months after the launch of visionOS 1.1.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro arrives in new countries and regions beginning June 28th
Apple today announced Apple Vision Pro will expand to new countries and regions, with pre-orders for China mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore beginning this Thursday, June 13, at 6 p.m. PT and availability beginning Friday, June 28. Customers in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom can pre-order Vision Pro beginning Friday, June 28, at 5 a.m. PT, with availability beginning Friday, July 12.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Expands Globally: Pre-Orders Begin June 13
If you have been waiting for the Apple Vision Pro outside of the U.S., there's finally some good news. Apple today announced during the Worldwide Developers Conference 2024 that its top-dollar Vision Pro mixed reality headset will be available in more regions starting June 28th.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Hands-On: Very Good In Some Aspects, A Bit Bad In Others
Finally, I have been able to put my hands on an Apple Vision Pro. Thanks to the very kind people of the Helsinki XR Center who let me spend more than one hour with it, and my buddy Gianni who let me have another half an hour, I managed to have enough time to play around with the device to have an informed opinion about it.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro International Launch Officially Announced at WWDC 2024
Apple's spatial computer released in early February in the United States.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro Will Soon Let You Convert 2D Photos to 3D & Share Them Live via SharePlay
Apple today announced at the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) its big visionOS 2 update, which is set to arrive on Vision Pro sometime later this year. With it comes a few new features which promise to let you convert 2D photos into spatial photos, and share them live with your Vision Pro-owning friends.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple VisionOS 2 Serves Up New Photos Features, Gesture Controls, And Ultrawide Resolutions For Mac
Four months after the Apple Vision Pro went on sale, Apple has confirmed that its first mixed-reality headset will soon receive its first major update. The update will graduate the operating system on the Vision Pro to VisionOS 2 and will feature a bevy of new spatial computing-focused features.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple VisionOS 2 Debuts New 3D Photo Converter, Easier-to-Use Hand Gestures
VisionOS 2 was the first thing announced at WWDC 2024. It looks like a conservative update, but it brings some useful changes like a larger Mac display.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple's new Vision Pro software offers an ultrawide virtual Mac monitor
visionOS 2 offers iterative improvements and refinements, plus new developer APIs.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Apple's visionOS 2 Now Supports New Gestures Along With A Mac Virtual Display That Can Go Ultrawide, Travel Mode Also Added
The first platform to receive an update that was showcased during WWDC 2024 is visionOS, and its successor is visionOS 2. Apple has unveiled various additions coming to the software update, including one where users will experience improved productivity when using their headset, along with a slew of UI changes and gestures.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

F1 24 VR Review: A Minor Upgrade Package
F1 24 offers a serviceable update for the annual racing series, though PC VR support continues to leave us wanting more
June 10th, 2024 — Source

PowerWash Simulator VR Meets Alice In Wonderland This Summer In New DLC
PowerWash Simulator VR heads down the rabbit hole this summer with a new Alice In Wonderland-themed DLC pack.
June 10th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Sandwich debuts Theater for Vision Pro with exclusive The Talk Show Live event in 3D video
Sandwich Vision is kicking off WWDC week with a brand-new app launching on Apple Vision Pro. The studio is also collaborating with SpatialGen to livestream John Gruber's The Talk Show Live in stereoscopically-captured 3D video using high-end cameras and lenses.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro will bring spatial computing to Europe, Asia and North America
"The enthusiasm for Apple Vision Pro has been extraordinary, and we are thrilled to introduce the magic of spatial computing to more customers around the world," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, in today's press release.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 adds spatial photos, new UI gestures and improved Mac mirroring
There are also new APIs for developers.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 brings Spatial Photos, bigger Mac Virtual Display and other niceties
visionOS 2, the first major update to the Vision platform, will bring Spatial Photos, a rearrangeable Home View, a bigger Mac Virtual Display, new gestures and other nice quality-of-life improvements.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

VisionOS 2 for Apple Vision Pro announced at WWDC 2024, including ultra-wide Mac virtual display
The latest Apple Vision Pro update is big on Spatial Photos and ultra-wide displays.The internet was abuzz with the potential of Apple's take on such a product. However, $3,499 price tag cooled the conversation around it a bit. The Apple Vision Pro went on sale in February with renewed excitement around the headset but it's sort of been all downhill since then as the company has struggled to sell the pricey device.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS 2 Announced With New Features & Key Improvements For Apple Vision Pro
Apple officially announced visionOS 2, launching this fall.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

VisionOS 2 will let you turn any flat photo into a spatial one
The update also brings big Mac Virtual Display enhancements.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

visionOS can now make spatial photos out of 3D images
Apple today kicked off what it promised would be a packed WWDC 2024 with a handful of visionOS announcements. At the top of the list is the ability to turn existing images into spatial photos. The new feature utilizes machine learning to build out additional angles, marking a change from the existing method, which required images to be shot on an iPhone 15 Pro or the Vision Pro itself.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

VisionOS Update to Bring Ultra-wide Screen & Higher Resolution to Mac Virtual Display
Apple today announced its 2.0 version of visionOS, which is bringing alongside it a number of new features including a wider and higher-resolution version of Mac Virtual Display.
June 10th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 9th, 2024

Death Horizon: Cyberfusion Review-In-Progress - Shambling Through A Zombie Apocalypse
Death Horizon: Cyberfusion gives you guns, swords, and implants to mow down the undead, but is this early access title still worth your time? Read on for our full review-in-progress.
June 9th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 8th, 2024

An update just fixed the biggest Quest 3 mixed reality problem
Mixed reality vision no longer suffers from warping around moving objects.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

Camouflaj Is Testing Quest 3's Power For Batman: Arkham Shadow
Developers at Camouflaj are spending a "decent amount of the CPU and the GPU" of Quest 3 to render real-time shadows "at a crisp level" for Batman: Arkham Shadow.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

Headset making you sick? Here's an unlikely cure for VR-induced nausea
Does motion sickness lurk behind the high return rates for headsets like Apple's Vison Pro? One experiment suggests a simple and cost-effective solution.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 7th, 2024

Every Game Coming To Quest 3 But Not Quest 2
Which games are coming to Quest 3 but not Quest 2? Here's the full list so far.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

First 'Bonelab' Update in More Than a Year Brings Enhancements for Quest 3, Modding & Physics
Bonelab (2022), Stress Level Zero's sequel to physics-driven VR shooter Boneworks (2019), just got a massive update which brings more than a year's worth of enhancements to Quest 3 in addition to a ton of new content for Quest and PC VR headsets alike.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Nvidia's meteoric rise to take Apple's spot as the planet's 2nd-most valuable company is a timely reminder of the iPhone maker's lagging response to AI
Apple is playing catchup in more ways than one.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — June 6th, 2024

An opensource plugin lets you interact with real objects in mixed reality
I promised you a surprise post for this week and here we are: I am announcing "Hybrid Hands Interactions", a special opensource plugin that lets you interact in mixed reality with real objects so that you can create some magical experiences like this one:
June 6th, 2024 — Source

HTC Announces 'Vive XR Elite Deluxe Pack', Including 4 Free Accessories for Its Flagship Quest Competitor
HTC Vive announced it's offering a new hardware bundle for its Vive XR Elite headset that brings some handy new accessories to users for free, which are designed to enhance the headset's ergonomics and increase user comfort.
June 6th, 2024 — Source

Pistol Whip 'Voidslayer Collection' Adds Three Power Metal Scenes This Month
Pistol Whip kicks off the power metal-themed 'Voidslayer Collection' today with 'Hero's Dawn.'
June 6th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft launches its iOS OneDrive app for the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset
Microsoft has been one of the biggest supporters of the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset in terms of the number of apps it has released for the product. This week, that support was extended as Microsoft added support for running the iOS version of its OneDrive cloud storage app on the Vision Pro.
June 6th, 2024 — Source

Veteran XR Studio Behind One of VR's Most Recognizable Early Experiences Raises $3.5M
Wevr, the veteran XR studio behind one of VR's earliest and most recognizable VR demo, announced it's now secured $3.5 million in new funding from HTC Corp. and Epic Games.
June 6th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — May 31st, 2024

Meta's next VR headset's name "Quest 3S" leaks from official store
Meta"s upcoming VR headset"s name leaks from the official store, and it"s called "Meta Quest 3S." It is worth noting that there have been multiple rumors about the company developing an affordable version of the Meta Quest 3. That"s not all, Meta Quest 3S was among a few names of the company"s next VR headset alongside Meta Quest 3 Lite which was tipped in the past.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Off-roading Simulator 'MudRunner" Comes to Quest in Brand New VR Spin-off, Trailer Here
Saber Interactive, the studio behind hit off-roading simulator MudRunner (2017), released a VR take on the game that brings a more immersive slice of the original"s action to Quest for the first time.
May 31st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Quest 3S" could be the name of Meta"s more affordable VR headset
The Quest 3S popped up in several Quest Store listings.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Taiko Frenzy Drums Up A New VR Rhythm Game On Quest & Steam
Taiko Frenzy, a VR percussion rhythm game, arrives today on the main Quest Store and Steam.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 30th, 2024

Alo Moves Is Coming to Meta Quest 3
Alo Moves is bringing its award-winning on-demand wellness classes to mixed reality in an exclusive app for Meta Quest 3. Developed by Magnopus, Alo Moves will feature 3D classes for a new level of immersion.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Alo Moves Is Creating A Mixed Reality Fitness App Exclusive To Quest 3
Alo Moves is building a mixed reality fitness app using volumetric capture for 3D instructors, and it's coming exclusively to Quest 3 this year.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Education Reimagined: How Emerging Technologies Are Transforming the Ways We Learn
Last month, we announced a new educational offering for Quest headsets coming later this year. Today, we're highlighting five education experts and how emerging technologies like VR, MR, and AI are impacting how they teach and how people learn now and in the future.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Fantasy Crafting Game 'BlackForge: A Smithing Adventure' Lands on Quest & PC VR Next Month, Trailer Here
Indie studio ManaBrigade and publisher Fast Travel Games today announced that BlackForge: A Smithing Adventure, a fantasy VR blacksmithing game, is coming to Quest and PC VR headsets next month.
May 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Hands On With ILM Immersive's Apple Vision Pro What If... Marvel Experience
The first immersive experience resulting from Apple and Disney's partnership in spatial computing arrives today in What If... on the visionOS App Store.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Magic Leap And Google Announce AR Partnership
Magic Leap has entered a "multi-faceted, strategic technology partnership" with Google.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

MudRunner VR Adapts The Off-Road Vehicle Sim Today On Quest
MudRunner VR, an off-roading vehicle sim, arrives today on Quest headsets.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Prisoners prepare for the world outside using VR to learn auto repair jobs
Behind bars but not barriers
May 30th, 2024 — Source

There's now a VR battle royale for everyone
Whether you're seriously competitive or just want some fun, these battle royale games have something for everyone.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Marvel app reviews: 'Best experience' or 'flimsy and meh'
Hands-on reviews of the new Vision Pro Marvel app What if...? are in, and are best described as mixed.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Viture Pro XR Glasses: I worked with 3 virtual displays while using my MacBook
Watch out, Apple Vision Pro! The Viture Pro XR glasses have 3 displays in one device.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 29th, 2024

Journey To Foundation Reaches Its Destination Next Month On PC VR
Based on Isaac Asimov's classic sci-fi series, Journey to Foundation reaches PC VR next month.
May 29th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

No Man's Sky Adrift Takes You To A Dangerous Alternative Universe
No Man's Sky Adrift promises a "very different survival experience," taking you to a perilous alternative universe in VR today.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Oculus Go Owners Report Error Launching Many Apps, But Meta Isn't Interested In Fixing It
Swathes of Oculus Go owners are reporting an error preventing launching many apps.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Varjo to Shutter XR Cloud Streaming Platform 'Reality Cloud' Next Month
Varjo, the Finland-based creator of high-end XR headsets, says its pulling the plug on its cloud XR streaming platform 'Reality Cloud', which lets professionals stream and share immersive 3D content rendered on cloud-based GPUs.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 28th, 2024

Dragon Quest 12 Still in Development Despite Square Enix Cancellations
The flame still burns.
May 28th, 2024 — Source

Google's Apps May Not Be on Vision Pro, But Now Two of Its Classic VR Games Are
Google's directly competing services aren't on Vision Pro, but that doesn't mean the company isn't doing business on Apple's headset altogether, as it has now brought two of its most influential VR games to Vision Pro.
May 28th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The Vanishing of Ethan Carter VR to be Delisted from Steam on May 31st
Due to its inability to support the VR version, The Astronauts is removing it from purchase, though existing owners can still play.
May 28th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 27th, 2024

How to use cloud gaming services on Apple Vision Pro
Who says Vision Pro can't be a great headset for gaming?
May 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 25th, 2024

Downtown Club Racing Game Steers Onto Quest App Lab This June In Early Access
Downtown Club, a VR racing game with full physical controls, will soon launch in early access on Quest App Lab.
May 25th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 24th, 2024

Apple's M4 iMac: What to Expect
Apple is planning to refresh the 24-inch iMac as soon as 2024, so we could see a new model with an M4 chip before the end of the year. Apple is working to overhaul the entire Mac line with AI-focused M4 chips, ‌iMac‌ included.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

QuestCraft 5.0 Brings Minecraft VR To Quest 3 Unofficially With 120FPS Performance
QuestCraft 5.0 revamps the unofficial Minecraft VR port for Quest 3 with performance improvements.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

The creator of one of the most popular VR games thinks Apple Vision Pro is important for VR gaming — and EU release date rumors suggest it could go worldwide sooner than you think
Plus! The iPad Pro is an excellent gaming machine and one of the best Apple Arcade games seems set to stop receiving updates.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine VR Reaches VR Arcades This Fall
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine VR -- Warriors of Avarax will reach Zero Latency VR arcades later this year.
May 24th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Would you give up a physical keyboard and trackpad for an all-screen MacBook?
We've seen two reports this week that Apple is aiming to launch an all-screen MacBook with a foldable display in 2026. While that might sound enticing, would you give up a physical keyboard and trackpad for the bigger display.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 21st, 2024

A Revised Strategy For Reviewing VR And Mixed Reality Games From Our Reviews Editor
Hello everyone! For anyone unfamiliar with me, I'm Henry. I started as a freelance contributor, joined UploadVR in late 2022 and you'll best know me for my news coverage with VR gaming.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro immersive 'Adventure' video shot in Paris premiering this week ahead of international launch
When the Vision Pro first arrived in users' hands earlier this year, one of its most universally-praised features was content shot in the 180-degree Immersive Video format. There was a limited collection of such immersive content available on day one, but users' general expectation was that Apple would regularly add to that collection.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Blacktop Hoops Review-In-Progress: A Baller's Paradise
Blacktop Hoops offers a satisfying take on VR basketball with entertaining gameplay. Read on for our full review-in-progress.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Madcap UK Comedy Show 'Taskmaster' is Getting a VR Game Next Month, Coming to Quest & PC VR
Beloved UK comedy show Taskmaster is getting its own VR game next month featuring the Taskmaster tyrant himself, Greg Davies (and of course Little Alex Horne).
May 21st, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Microsoft is bringing 'Windows Volumetric Apps' to Meta Quest headsets
Details are slim, but an API is nigh.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Quest v66 PTC Firmware Footage & Datamining Reveal What Features Could Be Coming Next
The Meta Quest v66 system software update started to roll out last week in the PTC (Public Test Channel).
May 21st, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.05.21): Google didn't announce Android XR at I/O, Quest gets Travel Mode, and more!
I have a bit of nausea when writing this roundup because I was playing around with passthrough and created an app that makes you feel like you're drunk, high, or something like that. I think it's cool, but my stomach doesn't share my same enthusiasm... Anyway, I'll tell you more about it in the upcoming days... for now let's talk about the disappointment about Google I/O and all the other XR-related news!
May 21st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 17th, 2024

2024 Spring VR Gaming News Review: Flat2VR, Laser Dance, Batman & Alien
VR's biggest year in history is almost halfway over with freshly announced Batman and Alien games incoming just as developers start finding their footing with mixed reality in Laser Dance and Niantic's Hello, Dot.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Apple Vision Pro Could Use Skin Deformation for Bio Authentication and Voice Commands
One of the biggest problems with Siri is the background noise. The voice assistant is unreliable in crowded spaces with background noise. It is a significant limitation on devices such as Apple Vision Pro, AirPods Max, and AirPods Pro.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro is 'one of the biggest steps towards mainstream adoption' of VR headsets, high-profile game developer says
The Job Simulator devs are on board.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

'Blacktop Hoops' Graduates from Early Access After Racking up Over 15,000 Reviews
Blacktop Hoops (2024), the popular VR basketball game, is out of early access on Quest, now serving up multiplayer and single player streetball on standalone platforms and PC VR headsets too.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

CleanSheet Soccer Trains Goalkeepers In VR On PSVR 2
VR goalkeeper training game 'CleanSheet Soccer' is now available on PSVR 2.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Everything We've Heard About The Upcoming Cheaper Version Of Quest 3
There's strong evidence that Meta is preparing to release a cheaper alternative to Quest 3 to replace Quest 2 in its lineup.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

How to pair AirPods to your Quest 3 (and not annoy people next to you)
Want to enjoy entertainment on your Quest 3 without disturbing others? Here's how you connect Bluetooth earbuds with your favorite VR headset.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

LG 4K Micro-OLED Display For "Next Generation" Headsets Supports Eliminated Motion Blur
When the poor optical efficiency of pancake lenses and intentional low duty cycle of the displays are both taken into account, the viewed brightness of Apple Vision Pro is only around 100 nits, despite having 5000 nit displays.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

LG 4K OLEDoS Display for VR headsets unveiled
LG Display has unveiled its innovative 4K OLEDoS for VR at the prestigious SID Display Week 2024. This innovative technology is set to transform the virtual reality landscape by delivering unparalleled screen brightness and resolution, providing users with a truly immersive and lifelike VR experience.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Let's meet at some of my next XR events!
For the next six weeks, I'm going to be involved in some industry events and I would love in this time period to connect with as many people as possible. So maybe it's also the right occasion to connect with you...
May 17th, 2024 — Source

The Exorcist: Legion VR - Deluxe Edition Reaches PlayStation VR2 Soon
The Exorcist: Legion VR brings the survival horror adventure to PSVR 2 later this month.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

The MacRumors Show: 101st Episode Q&A Special
To celebrate one hundred episodes of The MacRumors Show podcast, we answer your questions.
May 17th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — May 14th, 2024

1 In 4 US Teens Say They Play Games On A VR Headset
1 in 4 US teenagers told Pew Research Center they play games on a VR headset.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

App Lab Games Are Now Publicly Findable On The Main Quest Store
Meta has begun opening up Quest App Lab, making previously unlisted games and apps viewable on the main store.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Ads Point To Fundamental Features Of Life With VR And AR
A lot of people felt crushed by Apple's latest iPad ad.
May 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Blink and you missed it: Google has a new pair of prototype AR glasses
Those glasses a Googler asked Project Astra to find? They're suspiciously thick... and have a display, perhaps.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Classic Adventure Game 'RIVEN' Confirmed to Launch on Quest 2 & 3 This Year
Cyan Worlds announced that RIVEN (1997), the sequel to iconic adventure game MYST (1993), is getting VR support when the remake launches later this year. The studio has also now confirmed that it's launching on Quest in addition to SteamVR headsets.
May 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Google just snuck a pair of AR glasses into a Project Astra demo at I/O
As if we wouldn't notice the undisclosed wearable!
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta encourages you to disregard your seat mates and use VR headsets on a plane
Ah, who knew plane travel could be made worse?
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta Is Working On A Quest For Education Offering For Schools & Universities
Meta is working on a platform to allow schools and universities to manage Quest headsets for use in the classroom.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Meta Just Made It Easier for Small Developers to Get Apps Into the Main Quest Store
Quest users searching the Store will now be able to more easily find games published through its early access distribution channel, App Lab, which previously weren't visible, effectively giving smaller studios a more level playing field.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Official Vision Pro Schematics Will Accelerate Development of Headstraps & Third-party Accessories
Apple has released detailed schematics of Vision Pro and its various parts, which will likely lead to an acceleration of third-party accessories like headstraps and protective cases for the device.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Riven's VR Remake Brings The Myst Sequel To Quest This Summer, With Quest 3 Enhancements
Riven's upcoming VR remake is also coming to Quest this summer.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Stanford's VR breakthrough could spell the end of clunky headsets - thanks to AI
Stanford is redefining AR with glasses that combine metasurface waveguides and AI-driven holography, offering a revolutionary way to experience digital and real-world integration. Here's what it all means.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

This app brings Dashboard-style web clip widgets to Apple Vision Pro
With Mac OS X Leopard, which was released in 2007, Apple added a feature called "Web Clip" to Dashboard. This allowed users to turn any part of a website into a live widget that could then be added to Dashboard and would update in real-time.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Unpacking the VR Design Details of 'Half-Life: Alyx' -- Inside XR Design
In Inside XR Design we examine specific examples of great VR design. Today we're looking at the details of Half-Life: Alyx and how they add an immersive layer to the game rarely found elsewhere.
May 14th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Virtual reality becomes more engaging when designers use cinematic tools
Cinematography techniques can significantly increase user engagement with virtual environments and, in particular, the aesthetic appeal of what users see in virtual reality.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Appears in Chinese Regulatory Database Before Expansion to New Countries
The Apple Vision Pro has shown up in China's product regulatory database as Apple prepares to bring the headset to additional countries sometime in the near future. Both the Vision Pro (A2117) and its Battery Pack (A2697) have shown up in the Chinese database, indicating that a launch in China could be coming soon.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro should go on sale outside US soon
The wait to get Apple Vision Pro is apparently nearly over for consumers in more than half a dozen countries.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 13th, 2024

Apple to Expand Vision Pro to Additional Countries After WWDC
Sales of the Apple Vision Pro will soon begin in countries outside of the United States, reports Bloomberg. Hundreds of employees from international retail stores have been flying into Cupertino for multi-day Vision Pro training sessions.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro 2 could be cheaper than its predecessor
Apple Vision Pro is the company's first generation of mixed-reality headset. The product did good in the initial period but after a few months, the brand noticed a sharp decline in demand. One of the reasons predicted for the decline in demand was the higher price tag, which is out of many people's affordability range. But it seems that the upcoming Apple Vision Pro 2 is going to be comparatively cheaper.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Audi Co-founded VR Entertainment Startup Holoride Files for Bankruptcy
Holoride, the Germany-based startup bringing XR entertainment to car passengers, has filed for bankruptcy, citing the inability to secure its latest investment round.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Best Apple Vision Pro Travel Cases You Can Buy Right Now
The Apple Vision Pro is highly praised for its top-notch build quality, premium feel, and ubercool design. In terms of build, the $3500 Apple's AR/VR headset features an aluminum frame which gives it a luxurious look and feel. Of course, it's a great product, but I will not take a chance taking it to places without a carrying case.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Best Mac webcams
Apple's FaceTime webcams are now looking a bit dated, so why not upgrade with a new Mac webcam that provides better image quality and features for video calls with friends and business colleagues?
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Bloomberg: Apple Vision Pro to debut internationally following WWDC
Apple Vision Pro first launched in the US only back in February, and it was unknown how long it would take for Apple to bring the product to more countries. Now, a new report indicates the wait may not be much longer.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Meta Quest's new Travel Mode will put more glassholes on your next flight
Another Vision Pro feature comes to Quest headsets.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Pimax Introduces Trial Payment Model to Let Customers Try New Headsets Before Paying Full Price
China-based VR headset creator Pimax has introduced a new payment model following the recent announcement of its Crystal Light PC VR headset, which will let try it out before plonking down the full price of the headset.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Quest 2 & Quest 3 Get Experimental Travel Mode To Make Positional Tracking Work On Airplanes
Quest 2 and Quest 3 now have an "experimental" Travel Mode for use on airplanes.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

The quest for visibility on Quest Store: how the search updates affected App Lab downloads
Recently Meta has announced its vision of removing the separation between the Meta Horizon Store (formerly known as Meta Quest Store) and its indie App Lab version and has already taken some steps in this sense by making App Lab titles appear in the search results. But is this enough? What have been the benefits to indie devs? What can the company still do to improve the situation? Let's see that in detail in this post.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Travel Mode is the Latest Vision Pro Feature to Come to Quest 2 & 3
Meta is finally rolling out the long-awaited travel mode for Quest 2 and Quest 3, ostensibly hacking away another unique feature from Apple Vision Pro.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Ultraleap Hyperion Makes The Best Hand Tracking Tech Even Better
Ultraleap released Hyperion, the latest version of its industry-leading hand tracking software runtime and SDK.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 12th, 2024

Space Pirate Trainer DX Quest 3 Upgrade Improves Framerate & Textures
Space Pirate Trainer DX received a Quest 3 upgrade with improved performance and higher resolution textures.
May 12th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 10th, 2024

COLD VR Demo review: a promising adrenaline action game
Today I've tried the free demo of COLD VR, the VR game that is the opposite of Superhot VR (hence the joke of the name). I think this game is fun and has a lot of potential, but it needs a bit more of polish to become a true hit when the full version will be released. Discover why in this review of the free preview demo that is available on Steam.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Hate the Apple Vision Pro virtual keyboard? Here's how to use a real keyboard instead
These two devices help me avoid the painful process of using Vision Pro's virtual keyboard.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Homatics Pocket TV is a portable Google TV device made for RayNeo XR glasses
Google TV is an Android-based operating system designed to let you stream content from the internet, play games, or run apps on a TV. And most devices that ship with Google TV software are either smart TVs or small boxes designed to be plugged into your TV.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Latest SteamVR Update Includes Steam Link Improvements for Quest
The latest major SteamVR update has arrived, coming with it an improvement to Steam Link for Quest.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Underworld Overseer Feels Like Dungeon Keeper In VR
Inspired by Dungeon Keeper, Underworld Overseer sees you protecting your lair this year on Quest and PC VR. Read on for our full impressions.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 8th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro to receive exclusive Marvel immersive app: 'What If...? An Immersive Story'
Today the Walt Disney Company announced it would be launching its "first-ever interactive Disney+ Original story coming exclusively to Apple Vision Pro."
May 8th, 2024 — Source

'Batman: Arkham Shadow' Trailer Massively Downvoted for Being a VR Game & Quest 3 Exclusive
Meta announced Batman: Arkham Shadow last week, which is coming exclusively to Quest 3 in late 2024. And wouldn't you know it, YouTube users absolutely hate it.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Disney+ Launching Exclusive Marvel Immersive Story for Apple Vision Pro
An hour-long interactive and immersive Disney+ story is coming to the Apple Vision Pro in the near future, according to an announcement from Marvel Studios. The Disney+ original is connected to the "What If...? animated series and it will be released as a new app for the Vision Pro.
May 8th, 2024 — Source or Source

Marvel and ILM Immersive Announce Vision Pro Exclusive Based on Animated Series 'What If...?'
Marvel Studios and ILM Immersive today announced a new interactive story coming exclusively to Apple Vision Pro, which is based on the popular Disney+ animated series What If...?.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Top VR Melee Fighting Game 'Blade & Sorcery' in "final stretch" to Huge 1.0 Update
The so-called "final update" Blade & Sorcery, the hit physics-based combat sandbox, is in its "final stretch" towards releasing its 1.0 update, which is coming with its 'Crystal Hunt' story-based mode.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Spin Rhythm XD Offers Intergalactic Rhythm Action On PSVR 2 & Steam This Summer
Intergalactic rhythm game 'Spin Rhythm XD' is heading for PC VR and PSVR 2 this summer.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Upcoming VR Games 2024: New Releases On Quest, PC VR, PSVR 2 & More
Searching for new VR games in 2024 and beyond? You're in the right place.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 7th, 2024

Apple Seeds visionOS 1.2 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple today released the release candidate version of an upcoming visionOS 1.2 update to developers, allowing them to test new features ahead of the software seeing a public launch. The fifth ‌visionOS‌ 1.2 beta comes one week after the release the fourth beta.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Apple's Official Vision Pro Case May Be Pricey, But It Saved a Headset From a 4,000 Pound SUV
Apple probably didn't actually design its pricey Vision Pro case to be impervious to getting run over by a car. But at least for one thankful customer though, it seems the official carrying case was well worth the extra cash.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Beat Saber is changing forever for Oculus Quest players later this year
More games are dropping support for the original Oculus Quest.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Meta to Pull 'Beat Saber' Multiplayer on Quest 1 Later This Year
Beat Saber was the defining game on Quest when it came to the company's first standalone at launch back in 2019, making the infectious block-slashing rhythm game a real system-seller. Now, Meta says it's cutting Beat Saber's online services for Quest 1 later this year.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Razer Releases New Quest 3 Accessories With Some Rather Unsurprising Price Tags
Razer announced its Facial Interface and Adjustable Head Strap System for Quest 3 is now available in the US, Canada, and Europe.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — May 3rd, 2024

Best free Meta Quest 2 and 3 games 2024
No need to spend any cash on these fantastic titles.
May 3rd, 2024 — Source

'Smalland: Survive the Wilds VR' Arrives on Quest, Serving up a VR Spin-off of the Popular Indie Game
Popular indie game Smalland: Survive the Wilds (2024) launched out of Steam Early Access back in February, bringing its big 1.0 update on PC along with a fresh version for Xbox and PlayStation. Now the studio launched a VR-native spin-off for Quest too.
May 3rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — May 1st, 2024

9to5Mac Daily: May 1, 2024 -- New 'Repair State' Mode in iOS 17.5, more
iOS 17.5 introduces new 'Repair State' that keeps Find My on. iOS 18 rumor: These new AI features are coming to Safari. Apple reportedly negotiating with OpenAI to power iOS 18 features.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Apple Podcasts adds new wellbeing category
In time for Mental Health Awareness Month, Apple Podcasts is shining light on a new category of podcasts to listen to.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro: Everything you need to know
Apple Vision Pro is out in America, but what about the rest of the world? Here's everything we know about Vision Pro and when it's coming to the U.K., Canada, Australia, and Europe.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Batman: Arkham Shadow Announced, Coming Exclusively To Meta Quest 3
Batman returns...to a Quest 3 headset near you.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Here Are The Meta Quest+ Monthly Subscription Games For May 2024
The Meta Quest+ games for May 2024 are now available.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

The XR Week Peek (2024.04.30): Apple Vision Pro sales decrease, Meta creates hype for its AR glasses, and more!
This summary comes a bit later than usual because I've been busy writing a very long post to celebrate my ten years in XR! It's incredible to have been here for such a long time... and to have written more than 350 of these roundups of news. I hope in these 10 years to have done at least something good for you of the XR communities. I hope we'll do also the next 10 years together...
May 1st, 2024 — Source

These new AAA Quest 3 games prove why you should stop buying the Quest 2
Next-gen exclusive games are already here with more on the way.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

New VR Games & Releases May 2024: Quest, SteamVR, PSVR 2 & More
After some new VR games in May 2024? Here are our monthly highlights.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

Upcoming VR Games 2024: New Releases On Quest, PC VR, PSVR 2 & More
Searching for new VR games in 2024 and beyond? You're in the right place.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 30th, 2024

Agent Simulator Offers Secret Agent Training With A VR FPS On Quest
Agent Simulator promises action-packed secret agent training through a VR FPS, and it's available now on Quest.
April 30th, 2024 — Source

C-Smash VRS Adds Time Attack Mode On Quest, PSVR 2 & Pico
C-Smash VRS, the cosmic racket sports game, gets a new 'Time Attack' mode today on all platforms.
April 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

'Helldivers 2' Fan Trailer Shows How Intense It Could be in VR
Helldivers 2 (2024) doesn't have VR support yet, official or otherwise, although this new fan-made trailer shows just how immersive it could be.
April 30th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

General — Metaverse — April 29th, 2024

How To Install macOS Sonoma 14.5 Public and Developer Beta
Interested to download the latest macOS Sonoma 14.5 Public and Developer Beta versions? As of writing, Apple hasn't listed the new features yet, but you can try out these new releases yourself. See if there are any user-facing features that pique your interest.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

How To Install visionOS 1.2 Public and Developer Beta
Have you tried the latest visionOS 1.2 Public and Developer Beta versions? Apple fans are excited about the further enhancements of spatial computing features like Personas and EyeSight. The specifics are still unfolding, but you can already experience the changes first-hand as a beta tester.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Mosyle launches Mosyle Fuse MSP to bring a single pane of glass approach to Apple managed service providers
Today, Mosyle has announced the launch of Mosyle Fuse MSP. This first solution integrates five critical management and security applications into a product specifically designed for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Combining mobile device management, endpoint security, internet privacy and security, and identity and application management, Mosyle Fuse is aiming to make it easier for MSPs to deploy, manage, and protect customer Apple devices at work.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

No new Vision Pro before late 2026, and declining demand -- neither matters
Mark Gurman's latest Power On newsletter suggests that Apple isn't expected to launch a new Vision Pro (or Vision something) model until the end of 2026.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro 2 Reportedly Set For Late 2026, Apple Struggling To Make Cheaper Headset First
Vision Pro 2 is set for late 2026 and Apple is struggling to make a cheaper headset first, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

What long-standing Apple bug most bugs you? This is mine ...
While shiny new features are lovely, what I find most frustrating with Apple OS updates is when a long-standing bug doesn't get fixed ... update after update after update.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Which MacBook Model to Buy in 2024
Deciding on the perfect MacBook for your needs in 2024 can seem daunting with the variety of options available. Whether you're budget-conscious or seeking top-tier performance, understanding the differences in pricing, features, and capabilities of each model will guide you to make an informed choice.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 27th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro In-Depth Survey Sent Out To Customers, Shortly After Company Reportedly Cut Production Of Its Mixed-Reality Headset
Apple Vision Pro surveys have been sent out to users ever since the headset launched earlier this year, but on this occasion, the company has sent customers a multitude of questions, wanting to learn about their experience and usage habits.
April 27th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 26th, 2024

3v3 VR Brawler 'Brazen Blaze' Begins New Open Beta On Quest & Steam
Brazen Blaze, a melee-focused 3v3 VR multiplayer game, begins a new open beta on Quest & Steam.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Alien: Rogue Incursion Announced For Quest 3, PlayStation VR2, And PC VR
Alien: Rogue Incursion was just announced, a new made-for-VR game in the Alien franchise.
April 26th, 2024 — Source or Source

It doesn't matter how many Vision Pro headsets Apple sells
Can we all just calm down a bit?
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Head Of AR Glasses Hardware Claims They're As Mindblowing As The Original Oculus Rift
Meta's Head of AR Glasses Hardware claims they give the same "Oh my God, wow! I can't believe this!" reaction as the original Oculus Rift.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Meta's Head of AR Hardware Teases Next-gen Transparent AR Glasses with Wide Field-of-view
Meta is full steam ahead on its mixed reality platform, however Head of AR Glasses hardware Caitlin Kalinowski says in a new interview with Android Central that its first augmented reality glasses will offer a real "wow" moment to users thanks to its "high field of view immersion."
April 26th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 24th, 2024

Analyst: Vision Pro Demand Fell "sharply beyond expectations," Leading Apple to Reduce Shipments for International Debut
Independent tech analyst Ming-Chi Kuo maintains Apple may be reducing Vision Pro shipments for its international debut by a wide margin due to demand falling "sharply beyond expectations" in the US market.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple cuts Vision Pro shipments as the market demand falls lower than expected
Apple recently announced its first generation-mixed-reality headset, the Vision Pro. During its initial days, the overall sales and demand for the device were on the higher side. The increasing hype of the product on the internet made the brand believe that the device would sell like a hotcake.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Reportedly Slashes Apple Vision Pro Shipments Due to Unexpectedly Low Demand
Heads-up.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple slashes Vision Pro production, might cancel 2025 model in response to plummeting demand
Apple appears to be the only one surprised by this
April 24th, 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.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple Vision Pro figures are reportedly at half of expected shipments — 'there may be no new Vision Pro model in 2025'
Apple Vision Pro could be in trouble.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset Has Reportedly Been Met With Low Demand Since Launch
Amidst claims of Apple Vision Pro production numbers being cut, the cheaper version of the headset may not arrive in 2025.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Former Magic Leapers launch a platform for AR experiences
When Trace's future co-founders Greg Tran, Martin Smith and Sean Couture joined Magic Leap in spring/summer of 2015, it was about as hot as startups come. After years of secrecy, the augmented reality company captured Silicon Valley's imagination with in-device footage, before capping the year with an $827 million raise.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

New tech could help traveling VR gamers experience 'ludicrous speed' without motion sickness
Vehicle passengers using VR headsets to pass the time during travel could be set to enjoy games which move at 'ludicrous speed' without experiencing motion sickness, researchers say.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

MudRunner VR Slides Onto Quest Headsets Soon
MudRunner VR adapts the off-roading vehicle sim for virtual reality, and it's "coming soon" to Quest.
April 24th, 2024 — Source or Source

Stride: Fates Takes VR Parkour To PSVR 2 & Steam This May
Stride: Fates brings action parkour to PSVR 2 and PC VR next month.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

Virtual reality can motivate people to donate to refugee crises regardless of politics
Political conservatives who watched a documentary on Syrian refugees with a virtual reality headset had far more sympathy for the people depicted in the film than those who viewed the same film on a two-dimensional computer screen.
April 24th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 22nd, 2024

An Apple Vision Pro headset helped this Brazilian surgeon repair an injured shoulder like never before
An Apple Vision Pro popped up in a Brazilian operating theater.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

ASUS, Lenovo & Xbox Are All Making XR Headsets Running Meta's New Third-party Friendly Operating System
Meta today announced it's opening its operating system to third-parties, and has named three heavy weights that have pledged support for its newly renamed Meta Horizon OS: Asus, Lenovo, and Microsoft's Xbox.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

CONVRGENCE Mixes FPS Survival With Horror On SteamVR Today
CONVRGENCE is a post-apocalyptic VR survival shooter reaching Steam Early Access today.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Customers Are Losing Interest in Apple Vision Pro Ahead of International Launch
People seem to be losing interest in Apple Vision Pro, Apple's mixed reality headset. The company announced it during WWDC 2023, and it became available in the United States in February of this year. Since then, people could go in-store to try a demo, as well as buy them in person and online.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Initial enthusiasm for Apple Vision Pro wanes
Bloomberg News' Mark Gurman writes this week that "it feels like the Vision Pro is following the same script as every VR headset to come before it" as initial enthusiasm from early adopters dies out.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Introducing Our Open Mixed Reality Ecosystem
Today, we're taking a major step toward our vision for a more open computing platform for the metaverse. We're opening up the operating system that powers our Meta Quest devices to third-party hardware makers, giving developers a larger ecosystem to build for and ultimately creating more choice for consumers.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Mannequin Offers Social VR Stealth On Quest App Lab This May
Mannequin, a social VR stealth game, sneaks onto Quest App Lab next month.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Affirms it Will Continue Making Quest Headsets Even as it Offers OS to (select) Third Parties
Meta says that even though third-parties will be making headsets with Quest OS (now called Horizon OS) the company will continue to develop its line of Quest headsets.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Expands Its Mixed Reality Beyond the Quest Headsets
Meta opened the Quest Horizon OS to others, and now VR headsets from Asus, Lenovo and even an Xbox variant are on the way.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Is Getting Rid Of Quest's App Lab And Opening Up The Store
Meta says it will get rid of Quest's unlisted App Lab and instead make the store much more open.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta is Opening Quest's Operating System to Third-party Headsets, Marking a Massive Shift in Strategy
Today Meta made what is likely to be an industry-altering announcement: it plans to open up the Quest operating system to third-party device makers. Asus, Lenovo, and Xbox have been tapped to create new headsets built on the operating system which is being branded 'Meta Horizon OS'.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta opens Quest OS to third parties, including ASUS and Lenovo
There's also a limited edition Meta Quest coming that's "inspired" by Xbox.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Source

Meta Partnering With Microsoft's Xbox To Make A "Limited Edition" Quest Headset
Meta is partnering with Microsoft's Xbox to create a "limited edition Meta Quest" headset.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Plans to Blur Barriers Between App Lab and Horizon Store, Court Android App Developers
As part of Meta's huge announcement today, the company says its rebranding the Quest Store to the Meta Horizon Store. In doing so, the company plans to make it easier for developers to get their content onto the platform.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta Rebranding Quest Software Horizon OS, Will Run On New Headsets From ASUS, Lenovo, More
Meta is rebranding its Quest software platform to Meta Horizon OS, and making it available to select third-party headset makers.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Meta wants to be the Microsoft of headsets
By licensing its Horizon OS to Lenovo, Asus, and others, Meta wants to be for headsets what Microsoft was for PCs.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Multiplayer Mixed Reality Laser Tag Comes to Quest App Lab in 'Laser Limbo'
Laser Limbo is a mixed reality game for now in early access on Quest App Lab that brings a host of laser tag-style games to your home, playable either in single or multiplayer.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New Triceratops Forest Episode Of Prehistoric Planet Immersive Out Now On Apple Vision Pro
Prehistoric Planet Immersive is an Apple Immersive Video documentary series directed by Jon Favreau, based on his existing flatscreen Apple TV+ series Prehistoric Planet.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

New 'Zombie Army VR' Trailer Shows Off Explosive Story Campaign
Rebellion, developer behind cult horror shooter series Zombie Army, is getting ready to release the franchise's first VR game on all major headsets this year, and it's pumping the hype with a new trailer that showcases the upcoming co-op story campaign.
April 22th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Prop Hunt-style VR Multiplayer 'Mannequin' Heads Into Early Access on Quest Next Month
Fast Travel Games announced it's bringing Mannequin, the upcoming asymmetrical stealth social VR game, into early access on Quest via App Lab starting next month.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Quest v64 Brought Two Undocumented Features: Furniture Recognition & Multimodal In Home
The Quest v64 update brought two undocumented major new features.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

The Meta Quest just became the Pixel of VR headsets
Meta is becoming the Android of virtual reality, with Meta Horizon OS bringing more varieties of open-source VR gaming headsets.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Demand Dwindles As Customer Interest Dropped After Initial Hype
Apple's Vision Pro headset took the AR market by storm with its stunning looks and advanced technology underneath. While the headset had a solid start, the traction has reduced over time, potentially due to its hefty price tag and minimal real-world use cases. Prominent industry analyst claims that the demand for Vision Pro demos has greatly reduced, highlighting poor demand for the headset after initial hype.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

YouTube Now Supports 8K 360° & 180° 3D Videos On Quest 3
At 8K, 2D 360° videos have enough pixels to almost match the Quest 3's display angular resolution, and 2D 180° videos will far exceed it. For 3D content, 8K 180° videos almost match Quest 3's display but 3D 360° videos are still be far below.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 19th, 2024

Big Shots Brings Co-Op Mech Roguelite Action To VR
VR mech roguelite Big Shots brings cross-platform co-op to Steam, PSVR 2 and Quest.
April 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Formula 1 Racing Game 'F1 24' Revealed, Offering PC VR Support at Launch Next Month
Codemasters and EA revealed its next official video game of the Formula One World Championship, F1 24, which includes VR support when it launched on PC next month.
April 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Meta permanently slashes the Quest 2's price again, dropping it to an all-time low
For the second time this year, Meta has permanently cut the price of its second-generation VR headset.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

My partner became a Minecraft addict because of XREAL's AR glasses — And I previewed the next generation at GDC
XREAL was the first AR experience for both me and my partner, and it turned her into a Minecraft addict.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

SOUL COVENANT Review -- Ineffectual Melee Sandwiched in a Very Skippable Story
SOUL COVENANT is an action RPG from the core members who brought you the SOUL SACRIFICE series. While the game does a few things to translate the franchises's melee combat and giant monsters into a VR-native experience, adherence to the series' repetitive wave-based missions and clunky narrative style takes it one step too many from feeling like a fresh and modern immersive experience.
April 19th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

Strayed Is A Rust-Inspired VR Multiplayer Survival Game On Quest & Steam
Rust-inspired VR multiplayer survival game 'Strayed' reaches Quest App Lab and Steam Early Access today.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

YouTube VR brings 8K video streaming to Meta Quest 3
Earlier this month, the Meta Quest 3 headset was reported to receive the lying down mode with the Meta Quest OS v64 update. This feature makes it more comfortable to work with more static content such as streaming videos.
April 19th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 17th, 2024

Apple Vision Pro will soon be able to emulate Nintendo's biggest failure — enjoy the best Wario Land game that no one has played
A VR predecessor.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

COLD VR's Core Tenet Is SUPERHOT VR In Reverse
COLD VR promises SUPERHOT in reverse by freezing time as you move, and a Steam demo is now available.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Downtown Club Racing Game Steers Onto Quest App Lab This June In Early Access
Downtown Club, a VR racing game with full physical controls, launches in early access this June on Quest App Lab.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

EU privacy body adopts view on Meta's controversial 'consent or pay' tactic
Incoming guidance by an expert steering body on European Union data protection law could have major implications for Meta's advertising business model. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has decided that large platforms such as Facebook and Instagram cannot force a "binary" pay or consent choice on users, Politico reported on Wednesday, citing two people with direct knowledge of the decision.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Future Apple Vision Pro might become a next-gen health assistant
Apple is working on tech for wearable gadgets such as the Apple Vision Pro that tracks and analyzes biometric data and location to offer customized and potentially life-saving guidance.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

LastPass review -- Does the original password manager still have what it takes?
LastPass was once king of the hill, but has the crown fallen?
April 17th, 2024 — Source

OpenXR 1.1 Update Shows Industry Consensus on Key Technical Features
OpenXR, the open standard that creates a standardized way for XR hardware and applications to interface, has seen its first major update. OpenXR 1.1 evolves the standard by incorporating new functionality that was important to the industry but previously not standardized.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Microsoft's OneNote experience is natively available on the Apple Vision Pro with support for Copilot and 2FA to follow
Microsoft recently announced the native availability of its productivity note-taking app, OneNote, on Apple's Vision Pro headset. The tech giant is finally delivering on its promise to bring more apps to the augmented headset. At launch, the entry shipped with 7 Microsoft productivity apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Synth Riders '80s Mixtape Comes To Vision Pro, Steam, & Quest 3
Synth Riders invites you to Take On Me with its 80s Mixtape, launching this week on most VR headsets.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Vision Pro Demos Will Soon Include the Option to Watch Your Own Spatial Videos Before Buying
Apple will soon allow users to upload their own spatial videos to Vision Pro demo units in hopes to really drive home the headset's value proposition.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Wolvic WebXR Browser Switching To Chromium To Close Performance Gap With Quest Browser
The Wolvic XR browser is switching its engine from Gecko to Chromium.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

You can now watch YouTube VR videos in 8K on your Meta Quest 3
If you use YouTube VR on Meta's newest headset, you may notice a big jump in quality for some videos.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

General — Metaverse — April 15th, 2024

5 Best Roblox VR Games to Play in 2024
Floating hands is the way to go.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

International singers gather on Alternate Metaverse Grid for first annual International Day
Alternate Metaverse Grid celebrated its first annual International Day on Thursday, March 7: Celebrating International Diversity on OpenSim.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Meta is making it easier to bring Quest headsets into the classroom
Meta is launching a new, unnamed product for educators later this year.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Meta's new Quest 3 room scanning update is pure magic
The headset can now automatically map and identify objects in your room.
April 15th, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

New Education Product for Quest Devices Will Help Teachers Bring Subjects to Life in New Ways
Of all the ways in which metaverse technologies like virtual, mixed and augmented reality could prove to be transformative, the potential they have for education is one of the most exciting.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Social AR: how to design a gathering in mixed reality (e.g. with Spatial Personas)
Social VR is one of the big trends of virtual reality: people are meeting inside virtual spaces in Rec Room, VRChat, and other similar applications to have fun together or just talk. But now the hype is on mixed reality so, we should also start thinking about how it is meeting people in augmented spaces.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

The Flip Is A Left 4 Dead-Inspired VR Co-Op Shooter Reaching Quest Soon
The Flip is a new Left 4 Dead-inspired VR zombie multiplayer shooter coming to Quest soon.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Wolvic WebXR Browser Switching To Chromium To Close Performance Gap With Quest Browser
The Wolvic XR browser is switching its engine from Gecko to Chromium.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

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 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 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

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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 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 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

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 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 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 4th, 2024 — Source

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

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.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

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

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.
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

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.
February 16th, 2024 — Source

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.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

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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Strap on one the best virtual reality headsets
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

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

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 11, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

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 "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