Augmented Reality (AR) stories

TeamViewer has launched Smart Service, a solution to help manufacturers overcome downtime challenges, leveraging remote access and AR support.

By 2025, AI is set to revolutionise industries with advancements in agents, edge computing, and nuclear energy, driving sustainability and efficiency.

The use of virtual and augmented reality technologies in workforce training has surged by 154% in the last five years, aiding skills development in the UK.

RealWear has acquired Swiss firm Almer Technologies to enhance the use of wearable AR solutions, boosting productivity for frontline workers.

Gaspard Maldonado of Superprof predicts that AI, gamification, and microlearning will transform education by 2025, enhancing personalized learning experiences.

A £20 million investment has launched Future Stores on Oxford Street, blending technology and immersive experiences in a novel retail model.

AutoVRse has unveiled VRseBuilder, a platform aimed at revolutionising enterprise training in India, backed by USD $2 million funding.

Coventry and Warwickshire are offering GBP £4.35 million in funding to boost innovation and business growth in the local Immersive and Creative technology sector.

RealWear has acquired Almer Technologies with backing from TeamViewer, aiming to enhance industrial AR solutions for frontline workers globally.

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has launched its Wi-Fi 7 campus portfolio, including new OmniAccess Stellar access points and OmniSwitch 6560E switches, aimed at high-density, next-gen applications.

Evotinction, a new stealth game by Spikewave Games, lets you hack and sneak your way through a futuristic facility. Despite some flaws, it's a solid effort. 7/10.

Snap unveils its fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, alongside new AI features to enhance user interaction and creative experiences.

Only 25% businesses in the United Kingdom see themselves as cybersecurity leaders, placing the UK last among surveyed countries.

TeamViewer's latest research reveals that 33% of businesses with top-tier tech connectivity report industry-leading financial performance, compared to 16% with good connectivity.

Only 25% of UK businesses perceive themselves as cybersecurity leaders, highlighting tech connectivity's impact on performance and resilience.

Snapchat now boasts over 1.5 million monthly users in New Zealand, cementing its growing influence in the APAC region and wide appeal among Kiwi users.

Meta’s Spark AR closure sparks anxiety in AR creators, but Plattar offers a lifeline with its robust XR solutions, urging creators to adapt and thrive.

Infinite Reality partners with Google Cloud in a five-year deal to innovate and scale immersive digital experiences using AI, tech infrastructures, and 3D web solutions.

Enviz partners with Hall and Hart to transform home design with VR, offering clients an immersive experience that improves visualisation and decision-making.

Global shopping app installs surged 61% YoY in H1 2024, far exceeding other verticals. Key drivers include retail media networks and mobile wallets, says Adjust.