Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 16
Strap on a headset and enter a computer-generated world where interactions and movement bring
person and machine closer together. As a simulation, experiences can vary from closely matching the
real world, through to fantastical environments limited only by the imagination of their developers. VR is
typically broken down into three categories- non-immersive, semi-immersive, and fully-immersive. A
non-immersive example would appear on a normal screen, semi-immersive might add a headset, while
fully-immersive combines headset and motion-sensitive controls. VR applications are extensive and
include video gaming, training simulations including in military, healthcare and business, and travel and
leisure.
LEGO's minifigs & AR turn kids into music video masters
Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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LEGO VIDIYO combines augmented reality and music to let kids create their own music videos using LEGO minifigures and Universal's music.
IDTechEx: AR/VR/MR market to reach US$30 billion by 2030
Tue, 12th Jan 2021
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magic leap
This market will impact many different industries and future innovations will continue its growth in the wearables market.
Lenovo announces smart glasses and OLED for Yoga 7i Pro
Mon, 11th Jan 2021
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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personal computing devices
Lenovo unveils its ThinkReality A3 smart glasses and OLED display upgrade for the Yoga Slim 7i Pro at CES. #Lenovo #CES2021 #smartglasses #OLED.
Samsung and IBM announce massive collaboration
Thu, 17th Dec 2020
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smartphones
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edge computing
Together, the companies intend to explore new 5G, edge and hybrid cloud solutions to improve operational efficiency, safety, and flexibility for the enterprise.
ReedPop reaches $100k fundraising target for Cure Cancer
Fri, 4th Dec 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Let’s hope that more of us are inspired to encourage the researchers who will face life-long challenges to unwrap the mysteries surrounding cancer.
AR and VR presents huge potential for construction industry, but businesses slow to adopt
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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construction
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Despite enormous potential, construction firms are lagging in adopting AR and VR technologies due to concerns like bulky headsets and harsh jobsite conditions.
VR technology could be worth $8b by 2030 - IDTechEx
Tue, 17th Nov 2020
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Virtual reality (VR) could be worth US$8 billion by 2030, with augmented reality and VR combined valued at US$30 billion, says IDTechX.
Spark 5G helps to bring art to live in Dunedin
Fri, 13th Nov 2020
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Dunedin Central brings street art to life with an augmented reality exhibition to celebrate the launch of 5G in central Dunedin.
New research project uses VR to make Australian roads safer
Tue, 10th Nov 2020
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council
University of South Australia researchers are using virtual reality technology to improve road safety for older Australians.
AR, VR and 3D tech boost consumer confidence in online purchases - report
Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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accenture
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ar
The report found that 47% of global consumers acknowledged that immersive technologies made them feel more connected with products while shopping online.
Global augmented reality market to hit $20 billion by 2030
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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content creation
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With improvements in technology and design, augmented reality and mixed reality will continue to grow to a market of over $20Bn by 2030.
VR headset market set for growth despite short-term COVID-19 decline
Wed, 23rd Sep 2020
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vr
The global virtual reality headset market is expected to decline 6.7% in 2020, says IDC, but will return to growth in 2021.
AVR Lab named exclusive distributor for AR glasses OEM
Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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smart glasses
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distributors
The company has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Vuzix smart glasses products to the Australian and New Zealand markets.
Game review: Project CARS 3 (PC/VR)
Tue, 8th Sep 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Slightly Mad Games, fresh from their sale to Codemasters, bring us the third entry in the Project CARS motor racing franchise.
AVR Lab to resell AR/VR hygiene solutions in ANZ
Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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healthtech
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health and safety
As use of AR and VR in industry grows, AVR Lab is providing products to ensure that devices are kept sanitary between each use.
RealWear expands ANZ reach with VExpress
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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iot
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industrial iot
RealWear provides a purpose-built hands-free wearable device that can be used in extremely noisy industrial environments.
CareAR integrates AR support solution with ServiceNow
Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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crm
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martech
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ar, vr & metaverse
CareAR is an augmented reality visual support platform that helps enterprises add AR capabilities to their service experience.
HPE rolls out AI-based sensor tech to help firms return to work
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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biometrics
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ar, vr & metaverse
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bluetooth
HPE has developed a new range of technology-based return-to-work solutions designed to control the spread of infectious viruses such as COVID-19.
Alternative reality growing in popularity with enterprise customers
Tue, 19th May 2020
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ar
Alternative reality is set to become more popular with enterprise customers as immersive technologies open up more opportunities for businesses.
HTC’s Vive Sync VR meeting app enters open beta
Mon, 11th May 2020
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virtual meeting
HTC has launched the open beta of Vive Sync, its new VR meeting app, accessible now for Vive VR kit owners. Step into the future of virtual meetings, today.