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Upcoming Apple Vision Pro 2 will be powered by the M5 SoC. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro 2 with M5 chip and Apple Intelligence tipped for 2H25, no changes expected in display specs and pricing

Apple's next iteration of its mixed reality headset will be getting a serious performance bump. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the Vision Pro 2 will be powered by the M5 SoC and will offer the best Apple Intelligence experienc...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Sep 2024 15:38

Diver-X opens preorders for ContactGlove2 VR glove with haptic feedback and hand tracking

Diver-X has opened preorders for its ContactGlove2 VR glove with haptic feedback and hand tracking. The gloves allow VR users to interact with their virtual worlds by naturally grabbing, manipulating, and using virtual objects. Th...

David Chien, 30 Sep 2024 07:15

Woojer Series 3 wearables debut to confer haptic feedback on Meta Quest 3S gameplay

Woojer asserts that its products confer full immersion in gaming by conferring haptic feedback on the experience. The OEM's wearables contain the patented Osci transducers necessary to do so, the latest versions of which are found...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Sep 2024 19:34

The Meta Quest 3 has received a significant and permanent price cut. (Image source: Meta)

Meta Quest 3 gets a permanent price cut, Quest 2 and Quest Pro discontinued

The Meta Quest 3 is getting a permanent price cut that makes it more affordable for those who want the mixed reality headset. Meta is also phasing out older models and configurations, trimming its headset offerings down to just tw...

Habeeb Onawole, 26 Sep 2024 15:06

The Meta Quest 3S is available in 128GB and 256GB versions. (Image source: Meta)

Meta Quest 3S launched at Meta Connect, starts at $299

The Quest 3S is Meta's new budget mixed reality headset that replaces the Quest 2. It has some similar features as the more expensive Quest 3 and even beats it in one key area.

Habeeb Onawole, 26 Sep 2024 00:45

Meta Quest 3S could possibly start at $299.99 (Image source: UploadVR - edited)

Alleged early Meta Quest 3S ad suggests VR headset will be affordable

An alleged ad video for Meta Quest 3S has been uploaded on the OculusQuest subreddit. The clip, which is believed to be published early by Peacock, hints that the upcoming VR headset will be affordable, starting at $299.99 for the...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Sep 2024 16:34

Vive Focus Vision now available for pre-order (Image source: HTC)

HTC Vive Focus Vision launches as new standalone gaming VR headset

The HTC Vive Focus Vision is a new standalone VR headset that aims to deliver an immersive gaming experience. Besides featuring the Snapdragon XR2 SoC, it comes with high-resolution LCD panels, 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 120-d...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Sep 2024 18:35

Spectacles '24 AR experience (Image Source: Snap Inc.)

Introducing Spectacles '24: Snap Inc. still wants people to try on its glasses

Back again with a 2024 refresh, Snap Inc. is wading into the wearables pool with its latest AR-enabled eyewear, Spectacles '24. Available as a devkit with a monthly subscription, perhaps the fifth time's the charm to garner user e...

Stephen Pereyra, 18 Sep 2024 23:21

The Meta Quest 3S should cost less than the Quest 3. (image source: UploadVR)

Meta Quest 3S will have an Action Button that makes switching to passthrough easy

An official support page has revealed the upcoming Meta Quest 3S will be able to easily switch to passthrough mode thanks to a new button specially made for this purpose. The page also confirms the headset's official name.

Habeeb Onawole, 14 Sep 2024 00:58

The GTA San Andreas VR unofficial port in action. (Image source: @vr_rames on X/Twitter)

Unofficial GTA San Andreas VR demoed by independent developer in new promising video

Amidst Meta's indefinite delay of GTA San Andreas VR, an independent developer, Râmes VR has posted a clip of the VR adaptation of the game using a modified Unreal Engine, referred to as UEVR. It includes 6DOF controls for an imme...

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Sep 2024 16:58

NTT QONOQ Devices unveils Mirza wireless XR glasses for smartphones

NTT QONOQ Devices has unveiled the Mirza wireless XR glasses for smartphones. The ultralight Mirza allows users to view virtual content with 1,000 nits brightness using micro OLED displays. The glasses can display augmented realit...

David Chien, 09 Sep 2024 09:45

The AR Joy 2 in action. (Image source: Rokid)

IFA 2024 | Rokid AR Joy 2 debuts as full augmented reality entertainment kit with Android TV

Rokid has presented "the future of augmented reality" (AR) to its Messe Berlin audience in the form of the AR Joy 2, a bundle made of the OEM's flagship micro OLED glasses and Google Certified controller/dongle. The whole kit is r...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Sep 2024 15:48

IFA 2024 | Tecno Pocket Go recognized for award-winning innovation in AR gaming

The Pocket Go is not just a Ryzen 7 8840HS-powered handheld console - it is the world's first such PC specifically designed for augmented reality (AR) gaming with its own pair of connected glasses. Tecno has now put it on display ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Sep 2024 17:15

An unboxed Pico 4 headset in all its glory. (Image source: Wikimedia Commons)

The Pico 4's wasted potential - Good hardware alone doesn’t cut it against Meta’s VR offerings

CheckMag Through the years, Meta's Quest VR headsets set themselves as the premiere choice for inexpensive standalone VR gaming. A competitor from the East rose up to challenge their reign, but it made the mistake of forgoing one crucial a...

Alfrancis Villapando, 05 Sep 2024 07:40

The Pico 4 ultra weighs 580g and can connect to compatible PCs. (Image source: Pico)

Pico 4 Ultra: New VR headset released in 20 countries with huge price increase over older model across Europe

Pico has now released the Pico 4 Ultra in Europe and beyond. While the company claims to have included €50 in launch bonuses for its new VR headset, that does little to offset the €210 and 54% price increase over the older Pico 4....

Alex Alderson, 03 Sep 2024 21:00

A new Gaming Tablet teaser. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic confirms 144Hz display for upcoming Gaming Tablet 2

RedMagic's upcoming tablet is now backed to launch with class-leading power packed into a small package. Nevertheless, it is also set to debut with the type of battery traditionally associated with Android slates with displays lar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Sep 2024 20:37

Meta could announce the affordable Quest 3S at the Connect 2024 event (Image source: UploadVR - edited)

New affordable Meta Quest 3S VR headset appears on FCC, suggesting imminent launch

Meta is rumored to be getting ready to launch a new virtual reality headset, the Meta Quest 3S. This VR headset has seemingly appeared on FCC listing, which suggests that the launch is imminent.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Sep 2024 13:54

The design of Meta's next VR headset leaked months ago. (Image source: @Lunayian - edited)

Analyst discusses launch pricing for rumoured Meta Quest 3S VR headset

A renowned Apple analyst has now shared new information about Meta's long-rumoured budget VR headset. Not only has the analyst discussed the device's possible launch pricing, but also how Meta is considering reducing its price to ...

Alex Alderson, 27 Aug 2024 12:20

Meta reportedly canceled its Apple Vision Pro competitor due to not being able to keep the cost under $1,000 (Image source: Meta)

Meta reportedly abandons its plans for Apple Vision Pro competitor

Meta was apparently working on an Apple Vision Pro competitor codenamed La Jolla. However, a new report suggests that the company abandoned the XR headset because it couldn't find ways to keep the cost under $1,000.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Aug 2024 19:59

Pico has only confirmed Chinese launch pricing for now. (Image source: Pico)

Pico 4 Ultra officially revealed with Meta Quest 3 rivalling hardware

Pico has officially unveiled the Pico 4 Ultra, a successor to the ageing Pico 4. Launching with a slew of upgrades over Pico's existing VR headset, the Pico 4 Ultra sets its sights firmly on the Meta Quest 3 with hardware like a Q...

Alex Alderson, 21 Aug 2024 00:28

GTA San Andreas VR gets delayed indefinitely three years after announcement (Image source: Rockstar Games)

Meta delays GTA San Andreas VR 'indefinitely'

First announced in 2021, Grand Theft Auto San Andreas VR has been put "on hold" for an indefinite amount of time. Meta confirmed this to IGN, and it's no good news for those who were waiting to play this GTA title on a virtual rea...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Aug 2024 16:53

Sony launches FavoriteSpace VR world with Android and iOS apps to connect sports fans to their favorite teams

Sony has launched the FavoriteSpace VR world with Android and iOS smartphone apps to connect sports fans to their favorite teams. Users can enjoy VR replays, content, social games, and tours while interacting with other fans.

David Chien, 19 Aug 2024 01:39

The Meta Quest 3 can be used as an external display for devices with HDMI/DisplayPort output. (Image source: Meta).

Meta Quest HDMI Link turns select Meta Quest headsets into external displays for HDMI/DisplayPort devices

The Meta Quest HDMI Link app will allow owners of select Meta Quest headsets to use their devices as a display for devices with HDMI or DisplayPort output such as consoles, phones, and laptops. However, users will also need extra ...

Habeeb Onawole, 16 Aug 2024 03:01

Loft Dynamics H125 becomes first-ever VR flight simulator to receive FAA qualification for use in helicopter pilot training and certification

The Loft Dynamics H125 has become the first-ever VR flight simulator in the US to receive FAA qualification for use in helicopter pilot training and certification. The simulator combines a Varjo Aero VR headset for a 360° virtual ...

David Chien, 15 Aug 2024 08:49

RayNeo announces RayNeo Air 2s AR/XR glasses with virtual 201” OLED display and quad-speaker sound

RayNeo has announced the RayNeo Air 2s AR/XR glasses with a virtual 201-inch OLED display and quad-speaker sound. The lightweight glasses connect to phones, tablets, game consoles, and PCs to display games, media, and online conte...

David Chien, 13 Aug 2024 21:05

Vuzix debuts M400 Xtreme smart glasses kit with Xtreme Weather power bank for use in harsh environments

Vuzix has debuted the Android-powered M400 Xtreme smart glasses kit with the Xtreme Weather power bank for harsh environment use. The glasses and power bank are rated for -4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C) temperatures and IP67-rat...

David Chien, 13 Aug 2024 04:30

Apple's Vision lineup explores new mixed-reality products (Image source: Apple)

Apple's mixed-reality roadmap: Cheaper vision headset, Vision Pro 2, and smart glasses

Apple's Vision lineup explores new frontiers in mixed reality technology. Plans include a more affordable headset, next-gen Vision Pro, and smart glasses without displays. Despite challenges, Apple remains committed to advancing i...

Nathan Ali, 12 Aug 2024 14:39

The Quest 3S distinguishes itself from its sibling mainly with its distinctive triple-camera clusters (Image source: @Lunayian)

Meta Quest 3S: Budget XR headset's final design render revealed in latest leak

Chatter around the Meta Quest 3S, a purported budget-friendly version of the popular mixed reality headset, has surfaced again, this time in the form of a “final design” render leaked by Lunayian on X. Supposedly developed under “...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 12 Aug 2024 10:10

Upcoming Pico 4S mixed reality headset rivalling Meta Quest 3 revealed in leaked images

Images of the Pico 4S mixed reality headset, expected to launch on August 20, have leaked online courtesy of Onleaks. The images reveal a slightly updated design featuring a stereoscopic pair of cameras in the front, and two wrist...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 12 Aug 2024 06:03

The Sol Reader is an e-reader in the shape of a pair of glasses. (Image source: Sol)

Sol Reader: E-reader in the design of "VR glasses" is now available

The Sol Reader is a device in the form of VR glasses that immerses users in the realm of words rather than 3D worlds and promises a powerful display of electronic books. The model is now available and can be shipped right away.

Silvio Werner, 08 Aug 2024 02:56

Sony's PS VR 2 headset has been heavily discounted (image source: Sony)

Deal | PlayStation VR 2 headset gets attractive discount on Amazon and Best Buy

Sony has slashed the price of its PS VR 2 headset by as much as $200. You can now buy it for just $349 on select platforms. Connecting it to a PC will require an extra adaptor that launches on August 7.

Anil Ganti, 29 Jul 2024 21:37

Vivo previews X100 Ultra-powered AR content and future compatible hardware

Vivo has announced that it has partnered with Rokid to make the X100 Ultra capable of 3D photography. The new feature is backed to turn users of the top-end flagship Android smartphone into aspiring extended or augmented reality (...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jul 2024 17:43

Antony Hamilton Jr tries out Meta AI on Quest (Image source: Meta)

Meta AI makes its debut on Quest 3 headsets

As a sequel to multimodal AI on Ray Ban Meta smart glasses, owners of Quest 3 in the US and Canada will soon be able to use Meta AI while in-headset. Meta will be deprecating the existing voice commands on Horizon OS since Meta AI...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 28 Jul 2024 14:17

AR: is it just getting started? (Source: XREAL)

Augmented reality to become ~$210 billion industry in less than ten years

Augmented reality (AR) is one of the most popular and prevalent uses of smart glasses, headsets and heads-up devices today. Now, its market is projected to increase in value until it is worth just over $210 billion by 2031. AR gam...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Jul 2024 18:35

RayNeo Pocket TV is currently down to $129 on Amazon (Image source: RayNeo)

Deal | Newly released RayNeo Pocket TV sees a limited-time $50 Amazon Prime Day discount

Amazon Prime Day sale has brought the RayNeo Pocket TV price down by $50. Released in May of this year, the Google TV device is now available at $129. But this is a limited-time deal, and it will go back up to its regular $179 tag...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Jul 2024 19:37

Rayneo Air 2 AR glasses are down to $299.99 on Amazon (Image source: Rayneo)

Deal | Amazon Prime Day sale brings Rayneo Air 2 AR glasses price down by $80

Amazon Prime Day deals are live, and the Rayneo Air 2 have become more affordable than at launch. With this limited-time discount in place, the AR glasses have dropped to $299.99, which is essentially the early bird pricing that t...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Jul 2024 18:52

Sales of the Apple Vision Pro are slowing in the United States. (Image: Apple w/ edits)

Apple Vision Pro sales slow to crawl in US, unlikely to hit 500,000 total units globally

Current projections from market research firm IDC point to fewer than 500,000 total sales for Apple's Vision Pro this year. Sales for the headset have cooled significantly in the US, although an international launch may reinvigora...

Sam Medley, 11 Jul 2024 17:17

JDI unveils highest-resolution LCD microdisplay on glass substrate in the world for VR/MR headsets. (Image source: JDI)

JDI unveils 4K x 4K IPS LCD microdisplay achieving world’s highest 2527 ppi resolution for virtual and mixed-reality headsets

JDI has unveiled a 4K x 4K IPS LCD microdisplay achieving the world’s highest 2527 ppi resolution for virtual and mixed-reality headsets on a glass substrate. The 2.15 in. microdisplay utilizes LTPO (low-temperature polycrystallin...

David Chien, 02 Jul 2024 06:22

Snapdragon-branded Manchester United shirts make initial debut

One of soccer's best-known clubs has confirmed that it will have something in common with the silicon found in millions of mobile devices worldwide. They are both branded with Qualcomm's Snapdragon logo, which will take pride of p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Jul 2024 16:35

Apple Intelligence is coming to the Vision Pro headset (Source: Apple)

Apple Intelligence is coming to Vision Pro as HomePods get left out in the cold

Apple is planning to bring Apple Intelligence to its Vision Pro headset. The advanced AI will deliver notification summaries, writing assistance, and an enhanced version of Siri. HomePod and HomePod mini will reportedly never get ...

Aditya Rasik, 01 Jul 2024 12:44

Apple Vision Pro arrives in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore

Apple's spatial computing headset, the Vision Pro, has only been available in the US since its launch in February. Months later, it's finally coming to other key markets such as China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore in a move all...

Aditya Rasik, 28 Jun 2024 16:26

SKB Cases releases iSeries Apple Vision Pro Case to protect expensive Apple Vision Pro headsets from damage and theft. (Source: SKB Cases)

SKB Cases launches iSeries Apple Vision Pro Case to provide protection against impact, water, dust, and theft

SKB Cases has launched the iSeries Apple Vision Pro Case to provide protection against impact, water, dust, and theft. Apple Vision Pro headsets have a cracked cover glass repair cost of $799, so the $224.99 SKB case provides affo...

David Chien, 26 Jun 2024 21:08

The T-Glass will begin shipping next month. (Image source: LilyGo)

LilyGo T-Glass: Affordable AR smart glasses kit lands with Google Glass vibes

The LilyGo T-Glass is an affordable set-up of AR glasses that look more like the old Google Glass than its modern contemporaries. While the T-Glass is limited in scope compared to something the XREAL Air, LilyGo is only charging $...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jun 2024 00:00

Canon launches RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM Dual Fisheye APS-C lens for VR production

Canon has launched the RF-S3.9mm F3.5 STM Dual Fisheye APS-C lens for VR content production. A 144 degree, wide-angle view enables VR bloggers to easily create 3D content. The lens is compatible with the Canon EOS R7 mirrorless ca...

David Chien, 24 Jun 2024 06:06

Sony PlayStation VR 2 was launched in February 2023. (Source: PlayStation)

Bleak future predicted for Sony's VR headset

Sony PlayStation VR 2 should be available for the PC from August. However, according to anonymous sources, Sony no longer seems to have high hopes for the VR headset.

Marius Müller, 22 Jun 2024 16:09

The next Apple Vision product may drop various features, to reach a much lower price tag (Image source: Igor Omilaev)

Apple Vision Pro 2: New rumours reveal current release plans for Apple's next VR headset

Apple is preparing to release the Vision Pro in more markets this summer. In the meantimme, a source has offered new insights into the development of next-generation models, including that Apple has stopped working on a so-called ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2024 18:11

The XREAL Beam Pro runs Android 14. (Image source: XREAL)

XREAL Beam Pro released globally with aggressive pricing and launch discounts for XREAL Beam adopters

XREAL has now released the Beam Pro globally, less than a month after the device's initial debut. Surprisingly, XREAL has priced the Beam Pro almost as aggressively as it did in China. The company is also offering a 25% voucher ag...

Alex Alderson, 18 Jun 2024 17:36

This small adapter enables one of the best headsets on the market to work with PC (Source: Playstation.com)

Thanks to the PlayStation VR2 PC adapter, one of the best PC VR headsets is also the cheapest

CheckMag The PlayStation VR2 PC adapter makes the PlayStation VR 2 headset compatible with PC and Steam VR. The hardware spec gives players an experience that is on par with the Valve Index and arguably better than the Meta Quest 3 for a s...

David Devey, 09 Jun 2024 19:59