Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR)

Chinese and British scientists have developed revolutionary nano-scale perovskite LEDs measuring just 90 nanometers across while maintaining 20 percent efficiency at extremely small sizes.

The Visual-X is a new and lightweight VR headset that supports gesture control and can theoretically be used without interruption, which is made possible by a small additional buffer battery. According to the manufacturer, no base stations are required for tracking.

Vivo has unveiled a mixed reality headset dubbed the Vivo Vision at the ongoing Boao Forum for Asia. The headset which borrows some of its design from the Apple Vision Pro is expected to get a proper launch later this year.

The successor to the Valve Index is rumoured to be launching later this year. While leaked specifications are not thought to be final, they appear to point to the Valve Deckard potentially not living up to expectations for some VR fans.

Haply Robotics has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its MinVerse 3D haptic mouse, which enables gamers and creators to control and craft 3D objects with force feedback.

Insta360 has just confirmed that the next generation of high-tech action cameras will be launched in partnership with Leica. The world-renowned optics specialists supply the lens for current models such as the Ace Pro 2, and is now set to do the same for its successor, not to mention those of the virtual reality (VR) content-friendly X4.

The dynaEdge XR1 extended reality glasses overlay information across reality, providing users with an integrated experience. The glasses can be used to provide insights for travel spots, instructions for work repairs, and extend Windows desktops.

Ray-Ban and Meta have announced a limited edition of their smart glasses. Made in partnership with French fashion brand, Coperni, the limited edition glasses have transparent wayfarer frames and mirrored lenses.

A technology from Ohio State University uses a bio-integrated interface to simulate taste. This could take immersion in gaming and VR to a new level while offering potential for various other applications.

DJI has started rolling out new updates to its various FPV headsets. Available globally, the updates are said to bring a more immersive flight experience by adding Navigation-enabled flight control software (INAV) support.

The Meta Aria Gen 2 glasses have been unveiled. This model features various upgrades over the original, including a new heart rate sensor and a contact microphone to make it easier to detect different voices. Plus, Meta has shared information about various real-world applications, including making grocery shopping more accessible.

TCL's CSOT division asserts that its displays will become part of some of the most cutting-edge personal and portable devices of the near future, the world's first 13-inch 144Hz 4K AI tablet and latest extra-bright, low-power VR headset display included. In the meantime, its prototype is on show alongside CSOT's latest developments in screen brightness, color-accuracy and power-efficiency.

The RayNeo Air 3s has been officially unveiled at MWC 2025. Even though the new XR glasses are more affordable than their predecessors, they come with better specs. The launch is set for April 2025.

Xbox co-creator Seamus Blackley is not surprised by the struggles of the PSVR 2. The PS5 is outselling the Xbox Series X, but not every risk Sony PlayStation has taken has paid off. In a recent podcast, Blackley explained why console-based VR gaming has yet to find complete acceptance.

Tecno has unveiled two smart glasses with AI features as part of its MWC 2025 lineup. Designed like regular glasses, they offer features such as object recognition, translation, text summarization, and even an AR display.

Two years after its release, Sony has announced it is permanently slashing the price of the PSVR2 across all regions. The price cut should help the Japanese tech giant sell more units of the headset which has had poor sales since its launch in 2023.

Meizu has announced that it will be at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC) event in Barcelona, Spain with the latest in its range of Flyme AIOS-powered solutions and devices. They include smart car platforms, smart glasses and smartphones. The latter will include the Meizu Note 22 and 22 Pro, which are also slated to become available globally in the first half of 2025.

The Nvidia RTX 50 generation has received a fair amount of disapproval from even the most resolute of Big Green fans: modest generational uplift, shockingly poor availability, and Nvidia's whacky marketing tactics. However, as portrayed by a recent YouTube video, the RTX 5090 absolutely embarrasses its predecessor in ultra-high-res VR (Virtual Reality) workloads, which is undoubtedly welcome news for enthusiasts.

For the first time in the game's history, 2K Games will be releasing a VR version of Civilization VII. The game will arrive this spring and will be available only on the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets.

Apple's headset division is said to be in crisis, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Apple has reportedly abandoned plans for a slim, everyday AR headset following repeated changes to the project scope. Meanwhile, work on the second-generation Vision Pro is said to be progressing.

Vision Pro can now be used as a gaming platform without needing the computing power of the VR headset itself. Thousands of video games and even demanding titles are supported.

Farming Simulator players spend hundreds of dollars on setups to make the game more realistic. However, the just-announced Farming Simulator VR adds a level of immersion that wheels and switches can't match. With crop growing and maintenance a focus, Farming Simulator VR arrives for Meta Quest headsets on February 28th.

According to a new report, Meta is working on a pair of new VR headsets. Allegedly, the company hopes to eventually release not just a Quest 3 successor called the Quest 4, but also a replacement for the quickly-discontinued Quest Pro.

Popular YouTuber, Marques Brownlee, got to use Samsung's Project Moohan XR headset ahead of its release, and his video reveals several new details about the headset. What's interesting is that Google seems to have hit the ball out of the park with Android XR.

A recent report suggests that Meta is working on at least two new pairs of smart glasses, which are expected to be released in 2025. The first product, currently known as Supernova 2, is designed with Oakley and aimed at athletes. The second wearable, Hypernova, is a high-end offering with an integrated display.

Now available for OEM integration into AR glasses, Creal Clarity reproduces virtual scenes with full depth information, allowing users to focus on 3D objects near and far. Traditional AR glasses project images at a set distance, causing eye strain and nausea.

In a bid to develop Android XR, Google has acquired a part of HTC Vive. The acquisition also includes a transfer of employees from HTC to Google, and a partnership between both companies.

The Meta Quest 3S launched last September as Meta's new entry-level headset. Available in 128GB and 256GB variants, the latter is now available to buy for slightly less at select retailers.

Early details about the first Asus VR headset have surfaced online. While the device will run Meta's Horizon OS, it is slated to arrive under Asus' Republic of Gamers (ROG) division like recent ROG Zephyrus G14 and ROG Zephyrus G16 refreshes.

The Relax VR-3 headset presents customers with views of relaxing environments such as a beach while essential oils and noise cancelling headsets complete the multisensory immersion during spa sessions or before dental treatments.

Lenovo's second-gen Legion Glasses arrives with an improved design. The Legion Glasses 2 are also lighter, have a brighter display with a wider field of view, but cost more.

Nvidia's patent reveals an innovative AR glasses design using holographic technology and ambient light, potentially solving key issues like battery life and bulkiness. The neural network-powered system could make AR displays more natural while maintaining a regular eyewear appearance.

Vivo has reportedly confirmed that it will release just one foldable Android smartphone in 2025. The "X Fold5" (or "5 Pro") is slated to debut alongside the OEM's first ever extended reality (XR) headset, like that of Apple. In addition, a Zeiss-enhanced mobile photography flagship with a new dedicated imaging co-processor is on the way.

The 3D-printed VR headset for mice runs the Godot game engine using a Raspberry Pi 4. During research experiments, mice can walk virtual worlds endlessly. MouseGoggles also eliminates the tedious task of building real mouse mazes.

The Pimax Dream Air is a new VR headset with a particularly high resolution and compact dimensions. The device looks like the Apple Vision Pro, but is significantly cheaper and relies on a player.

Meta plans to add a display to its Ray-Ban smart glasses to show users notifications or messages while maintaining the same design. Meta plans to launch the updated glasses in the second half of 2025.

A US patent application has revealed details of a projector and glasses that could be used to produce holograms. The document outlines the technology behind a new display device that delivers extended reality content. Included in the application are diagrams showing 2D and 3D examples.

New details about Lenovo's next gaming handheld have leaked online. Not only has a veteran leaker showcased the new Legion Go in two colours, but they have also revealed that it may be launching alongside a new pair of Legion Glasses that look like Aviator sunglasses.

The Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 Platform is Qualcomm's new chipset for VR headsets and smart glasses. The chip will first appear in Samsung's headset launching in 2025 but should also power devices from other manufacturers in the future.

The launch of Android XR has revealed that Samsung will be the first to launch hardware powered by the new OS. Samsung has now provided an early look at the headset before it officially debuts in 2025.

Google has announced Android XR as the operating system that will power headsets and smart glasses in the future. The OS, created in collaboration with Samsung, will make its debut in a Samsung headset that will be available for purchase in 2025.

The Ekruzer # 1 enables augmented reality games by installing gaming hardware in an e-scooter. At a top speed of 37 mph (60 km/h), the 7-inch, 1,000-nit display will also support multiplayer games.

The Vision Pro is a ~$3,500 mixed-reality headset with top-end hardware and the power of Apple Silicon behind it, yet is increasingly seen as lacking in many ways compared to conventional PCs, gaming included. The Cupertino-based behemoth is now reportedly working with Sony to try and rectify that with support for the controllers that come with the very similar PlayStation VR 2 (PSVR 2).

Xreal has launched the One Pro AR glasses for gamers and spatial computing enthusiasts. The glasses present a virtual, three-axis stabilized display in front of users using a custom X1 chip, which also supports an ultra-wide 32:9 display mode.

3D-printed electroencephalography head tattoos eliminate the need to wear traditional EEG caps while controlling computers by thought. Users benefit from reduced bulk and discomfort, and longer EEG usability.

Valve fans have been treated to not one but two new hardware leaks today. The second product now in the firing line is the Steam Controller 2, which has been nicknamed the Steam Duke on account of its large proportions.

Intrepid SteamVR code explorers have discovered new references to Valve's next VR headset. This time, Valve has been spotted adding designs for Deckard's final controllers, which feature a suitably Blade Runner-themed code name, too.

Sanwa Supply has unveiled the 400-MAWBT204BK wireless handheld mouse. The mouse has buttons for direct control of media players and can control computers while in VR.

Applied Materials has introduced its MAX OLED technology, a groundbreaking maskless manufacturing solution that promises to revolutionize OLED display production. This innovation enhances brightness, resolution, and energy efficiency, while significantly reducing production costs and complexity. Major industry players, including Samsung Display, Visionox, and Japan Display, are set to adopt the technology, potentially transforming the OLED market for devices ranging from smartphones to large TVs.

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