Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR)

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.

The RayNeo Air 2s and Air 2 XR glasses are on sale. Thanks to the Black Friday deals, they have dropped by 20% and 21%, respectively. You can get an even better discount using the stackable exclusive coupon codes.

Otoy has explored Captain Kirk's afterlife following his death in "Star Trek: Generations" with a short film "765874: Unification" and Apple Vision Pro app. The short film utilizes facial scanning, computer graphics, and other technologies provided by Otoy.

Apple's first-gen, yet extremely high-end, mixed-reality solution has made further strides on its availability by being released in two more countries: the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and South Korea. The headset is no less expensive in its new markets, although its new potential customers can avail of the same premium buying experience.

Insta360 touts the X4 as a source of the "magical" panoramic memories that can only usually be taken with a drone - and in 8K, no less. The waterproof, dual-lensed action camera is currently available at 15% off its normal list price for Black Friday 2024. Then again, its 5.7K predecessor has even more of a discount right now.

Amazon seems to be diversifying from consumer-focused smart glasses to enterprise users as it is reportedly working on a pair of smart glasses for delivery drivers. The smart glasses will have an integrated screen that will provide delivery drivers with directions inside and around buildings.

DJI has finally introduced its latest first-person view (FPV) headset, which costs less than half the price of the existing Goggles 3. Arriving for $229 in its own right, the DJI Goggles N3 features OcuSync 4 video transmission, nearly 3 hours of battery life and a 1,350-nit display.

A reliable leaker has provided fresh looks at DJI's next release. Dubbed the DJI Goggles N3, the VR headset will be compatible with multiple drones despite its €269 starting price.

The task of Walt Disney's new group, labeled "Office of Technology Enablement," is to coordinate the use of new technologies such as AI and mixed reality across the film, TV, and theme park divisions. The leader of this group is Jamie Voris, the CTO who was in charge of the mixed reality Disney app for the Apple Vision Pro.

Samsung's plans for 2025 have been found to include not 1 but several extended reality (XR) products. The South Korean giant's upcoming headsets are intended for use with Galaxy-series smartphones and wearables. At least one of them is also believed to have specs high-end enough to compete with Apple's own flagship Vision series.

New leaks have revealed fresh information about DJI's budget FPV headset. Launching soon as the DJI Goggles N3, the headset will be compatible with at least the company's Avata 2 and Neo drones.

Apple scales back Vision Pro production to 1,000 units daily amid cooling demand, with manufacturing potentially pausing by November 2024. The tech giant appears to be pivoting focus toward developing a more affordable version of its mixed-reality headset.

56% of respondents to a survey conducted by the Game Developer Collective say that the VR market is in stagnation or declining.

iFixit's latest teardown might help confirm a lot of suspicions held by virtual reality (VR) fans about Meta's latest Quest 3S headset - the fact that it is more of a direct Quest 2 successor included. In fact, some parts can even be swapped between the 2 devices, which seems to be a thrifty move on the OEM's part.

A reliable leaker has shared pricing information for not just DJI's next FPV headset, but also how much it would cost with as a combo package with the compact Neo drone. Reportedly, the DJI Goggles N3 will be available for much than less than anticipated too.

Unity has launched the Unity 6 game development engine for Windows, Macs, and Linux computers. The new version adds a native Windows on Arm editor and app compilation, an updated Sentis AI library, and better graphics with improved performance.

According to a new report, DJI has set a release date for a new budget FPV headset. Allegedly launching early next month, the DJI Goggles N3 should hit a much lower price point than the existing Goggles 3 while offering support for DJI's Avata 2 and Neo drones from day 1.

Tecno has finally released its long-awaited attempt at cracking the gaming handheld market. The Tecno Pocket Go may look like a controller, but it contains an AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS APU, LPDDR5-6400 RAM and a 50 Wh battery that can be paired with an external monitor or Tecno's Pocket Vision VR glasses.

According to a reliable Apple analyst, Apple has plenty of new mixed virtual reality and mixed reality headsets lined up for release by the middle of the decade. Allegedly, the company still hopes to introduce its first pair of smart glasses and even AirPods with built-in cameras.

Apple is still projected to take Meta's Ray-Bans on with augmented reality (AR) glasses of its own, just not for a few years from now. Their latest leak purports to revise that timeline somewhat, however. The tip also asserts that they will have the same display type as what might be the next Watch Ultra.

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 experience. However, Kuo notes that the rest of the hardware and pricing are expected to be on similar lines as the current Vision Pro.

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. The wireless, battery-powered gloves allow users to dance and move about unimpeded.

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 in its third-gen Vest and Strap. They have been introduced in conjunction with the latest products Quest 3S headset with officially-licensed Made for Meta variants.

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 two models.

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.

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 128 GB variant.

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-degree field of view.

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 excitement. 

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.

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 immersive experience, though it still faces some development challenges.

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 reality content Pokemon Go-style.

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 rated to keep the user entertained in private for up to 5 hours per charge.

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 in Messe Berlin as a Global Product Technical Innovation Award-winning device.