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Meta AI bots are on the move once again. (Image source: Meta/Notebookcheck)

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly planning another AI bot offensive

Mark Zuckerberg continues to work on proactive AI chatbots. According to a New York media report, Meta is developing systems that can independently contact users and refer to previous conversations. The goal is to offer personaliz...

Matthias Zellmer, 04 Jul 2025 18:32

Meta could soon launch smart glasses with a built-in display (Image source: Meta)

Meta Hypernova: First picture of new smart glasses leaks

Meta is expected to launch new smart glasses later this year. This gadget supposedly shows information directly in the user’s field of vision, and Meta could offer many features that are similar to the Google Glass. An image now s...

Hannes Brecher, 01 Jul 2025 22:22

Apple is reportedly working on seven new headsets at once. (Image source: Jaime Marrero)

Analyst details Apple's ambitious AR and VR plans with seven headsets, including Vision Pro 2

Apple reportedly has ambitious plans for VR headsets and AR glasses. A highly regarded analyst has shared a roadmap revealing that the iPhone maker is concurrently developing seven distinct headsets, ranging from the Vision Pro 2 ...

Hannes Brecher, 30 Jun 2025 17:48

The Google Labs Doppl app lets users try on clothing in virtual reality using any smartphone. (Image source: Google Labs)

Google Labs Doppl app enables virtual clothing try-ons

Google Labs has launched Doppl, an AI-powered app that lets users virtually try on clothes using smartphone photos. The app generates realistic images and videos to preview outfits after analyzing body shapes and fabric types.

David Chien, 29 Jun 2025 23:28

An early Apple Ring render. (Image source: Yanko Design)

Apple Ring backed to replace Watch as killer wearable - if it existed

Apple should really make its own Ring, according to a prominent tech correspondent. The former might suit some potential wearable-users better, particularly when wishing to track their sleep or their workouts. However, the Cuperti...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2025 17:23

Little Nightmares III, teaser pictured, along with the new podcast season, comic books, and novel, will debut in October. (Image Source: Bandai Namco)

Little Nightmares to get a new VR experience, a comic book, a novel, and more

Little Nightmares III just got a release date and is now open for pre-orders. Along with the main game and enhanced version of the 2017 Little Nightmares, Bandai Namco has also announced a comic book, a novel, a new podcast season...

Nitisha Upadhye, 25 Jun 2025 13:47

A product catalog image for Meta's limited edition Quest 3S Xbox Edition VR headset, showcased against a black background. (Image Source: Meta)

Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition goes on sale for $399, but only till stocks last

Microsoft and Meta have teamed up to launch a limited edition Xbox version of the Quest 3S. It features identical specifications to the Quest 3S 128GB model but comes in a new black and green color scheme.

Rohith Bhaskar, 24 Jun 2025 18:11

The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition will have a different color from the standard edition. (Image source: Zuby_Tech)

Leak reveals retail box of Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition

Last April, Meta announced it will launch a limited-edition Quest in partnership with Xbox. Now, more than a year later, the retail box of an Xbox edition of the Meta Quest 3S has appeared on the internet.

Habeeb Onawole, 22 Jun 2025 03:55

The Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 work with devices with a USB-C port and Display Output support. (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 hit record low price on Amazon for a limited time

Lenovo's Legion Glasses 2 a.k.a. Legion Glasses Gen 2 are a pair of AR glasses that connect to devices with support for DisplayPort or display output. The glasses, which provide a similar experience to a giant 126-inch 4K monitor,...

Habeeb Onawole, 21 Jun 2025 05:09

Meta and Oakley are collaborating on smart glasses with AR features. (Image source: Meta)

Oakley unveils smart glasses with 3K camera, AI assistant and 8 hours of runtime

Oakley has unveiled smart glasses in several designs, allowing them to be matched with any outfit. The glasses can record 3K videos, play music and podcasts and hold conversations with an AI assistant, with the technology coming f...

Hannes Brecher, 20 Jun 2025 20:43

Official render of the Samsung Android XR headset codenamed Project Moohan. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's Project Moohan Android XR headset could launch globally in October

A report from a Korean publication states that Samsung will launch its Project Moohan XR headset in late September. The headset is then expected to go on sale in Korea the following month, and then come to the US.

Vineet Washington, 18 Jun 2025 18:10

Meta blogs about the hardware features and added capabilities of its Aria Gen 2 wearable glasses for AI and AR research. (Image source: Meta)

Meta releases new details on its Aria Gen 2 glasses for AI and AR developers

Meta has provided additional details on the Aria Gen 2 wearable device. The AR glasses with multiple cameras, microphone, speakers, and multiple health and positioning sensors aid researchers in developing AI and AR technologies.

David Chien, 18 Jun 2025 06:58

Apple visionOS 26 previewed with new features for Apple Vision Pro XR headset. (Image source: Apple)

Apple unveils visionOS 26 for Apple Vision Pro

Apple has introduced visionOS 26 for the Vision Pro headset, enhancing virtual experiences with spatial widgets, improved Personas, and AI-powered depth rendering for immersive 3D scenes. The update also adds support for new acces...

David Chien, 09 Jun 2025 21:18

Ricoh unveils the Ricoh360 Theta A1 360-degree camera for business users with automatic cloud uploads of photos. (Image source: Ricoh)

Ricoh announces Ricoh360 Theta A1 360-degree camera

Ricoh has unveiled the Ricoh360 Theta A1, a 360-degree camera tailored for business users, offering seamless cloud integration, low-light optimization, and rugged durability.

David Chien, 03 Jun 2025 09:28

OWC ThunderBlade X12 RAID drive brings up to 96 TB of rapid 8K/3D/VR media storage to Thunderbolt 5 computers. (Image source: OWC)

OWC launches ThunderBlade X12: A Thunderbolt 5 SSD RAID drive with models up to 96 TB for 8K and 3D/VR filmmakers

OWC has launched the ThunderBlade X12, a high-speed external Thunderbolt 5 RAID drive designed for creators working with 8K films and 3D/VR projects, featuring up to 96 TB storage.

David Chien, 29 May 2025 21:09

The UnifyDrive UT2 provides creators and AR enthusiasts with a portable NAS drive to backup camera cards and view movies with. (Image source: UnifyDrive)

UnifyDrive shipping UT2 portable hard drive with built-in NAS, automatic camera card backup, AI file indexing, and video playback for AR glasses

UnifyDrive has launched the battery-powered UT2 portable hard drive with up to 16 TB of internal storage, featuring an 8-core Rockchip RK3588C SoC, automatic camera card backups with AI-powered indexing, built-in NAS for seamless ...

David Chien, 28 May 2025 20:49

TCL RayNeo X3 Pro debut as cutting-edge new microLED AR glasses

Pricing and availability info for TCL's RayNeo X3 Pro has finally been revealed. The new smart glasses are equipped with custom microLED displays rated to create a full-color augmented reality (AR) display that can be enhanced wit...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 May 2025 19:33

Cowabunga in VR coming up in 2026. (Image Source: Beyond Frames Entertainment)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City unveiled for Meta Quest and Steam VR

Developer Cortopia and Beyond Frames Entertainment have announced Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City, the first VR game starring all four Turtles on Meta Quest and Steam VR in 2026. Players can equip each Turtle’s mask in a...

Nitisha Upadhye, 27 May 2025 18:38

The Vision Pro is off to a tepid start but Apple works on smart glasses. (Image source: Apple)

Apple set to release stylish smart glasses as it works on AirPods with camera

The stylish, lightweight AR glasses that Apple shelved while developing the Vision Pro are back in the release menu. The new glasses will reportedly be more elegant than Meta's Ray-Ban set.

Daniel Zlatev, 23 May 2025 14:19

A digital warning indicator symbolising service disruption in an online platform (Image source: Pikwizard)

Group launches sustained DDoS attacks on BYOND in bid to force open-source release

The BYOND platform has been hit by sustained DDoS attacks from a group demanding the release of its source code. Disruptions have left services intermittently offline, raising concerns over the ethics of coercive digital activism.

Louise Burke, 23 May 2025 00:19

Xreal collaborates with Google on the Project Aura virtual reality glasses for the upcoming Android XR OS. (Image source: Xreal)

Xreal unveils Project Aura glasses for the Android XR platform

Xreal unveils Project Aura, its latest XR smart glasses built in collaboration with Google, running on Android XR and powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR chipset.

David Chien, 21 May 2025 01:57

Meizu's latest smartphones. (Image source: Meizu)

Meizu Note 22 Pro 5G debuts worldwide with 6,200mAh battery and 80W charging

Meizu has announced that it is back on the global scene with the new Note 22 series. The smartphones have arrived alongside Mblu 22 models with starting prices estimated at just $79. The handsets have been showcased alongside the ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 May 2025 17:51

Samsung Display previews a 1.4-inch Micro-OLED panel with 5,000 PPI and 15,000 nits. Pictured: Samsung's project Moohan XR headset (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Display previews 1.4-inch XR micro-OLED panel with 5,000 PPI and 15,000 nits

At Display Week 2025, Samsung Display unveiled micro-OLED prototypes packing more pixels than an 8K TV into a 1.4-inch panel, hitting 15,000 nits at 120 Hz and covering 99 percent of DCI-P3.

Nathan Ali, 16 May 2025 16:15

Rokid AR Spatial glasses connected to its external controller. (Image source: Rokid)

Rokid unveils lightweight AR Spatial glasses for fun and work

Rokid has announced the AR Spatial glasses that apparently create a 300-inch virtual image using bright Sony micro-OLED displays to create an immersive environment for entertainment and work.

David Chien, 14 May 2025 05:15

The Dream Air SE is a light VR headset (Image source: Pimax)

Pimax Dream Air SE debuts as budget-friendly and light VR headset with eye tracking

The Pimax Dream Air SE is a new and quite affordable VR headset. It's supposed to be particularly lightweight and should be comfortable to use as a result. Eye tracking is supported, which can improve performance.

Silvio Werner, 12 May 2025 22:10

Among Us 3D on PC doesn't need a VR headset (Image Source: Innersloth)

Among Us 3D officially releases on Steam: New maps, proximity chat, and Stardust

Among Us 3D has officially launched for Steam PC players, delivering first-person gameplay without the need for VR. The game features crossplay with VR platforms, new maps, proximity chat, and extensive customisation options. A ne...

Nitisha Upadhye, 06 May 2025 19:00

Meizu's glasses alongside more of its smart tech. (Image source: Meizu)

Meizu unveils in-person payments via smart glasses

Meizu asserts that its new way to make payments in stores or cafés is the most futuristic to date, as it is integrated into its latest smart glasses. The OEM has partnered with a well-known international financial services provide...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 May 2025 18:26

Eldramoor: Haven in the Mist aims to offer a complete MMO experience in virtual reality. (Image source: Steam)

"The spirit of classic MMOs in a modern VR world" – first gameplay trailer revealed for new VR MMO

VR environments seem tailor-made for MMORPGs, yet no title has managed to gain significant traction within the community so far. Eldramoor: Haven in the Mist might change that, as it emerges as a promising new contender in the gen...

Marius Müller, 25 Apr 2025 16:00

The Beyond 2 is a light VR headset with micro-OLED panels (Image source: Bigscreen)

Bigscreen Beyond 2: Very light VR headset features micro-OLED displays

The Bigscreen Beyond 2 is a new and particularly lightweight VR headset that is equipped with micro-OLED screens and supports eye tracking. The manufacturer also advertises a high resolution and slightly faster refresh rate.

Silvio Werner, 14 Apr 2025 23:04

A promotional image for Apple's Vision Pro mixed reality headset with the device showcased against a white background. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple is reportedly working on two new Vision Pro headsets

Apple is apparently making two new variants of their Vision Pro - one will be lighter and cheaper. The other will tether to Mac with a low-latency connection to stream a user's display or connect to enterprise applications.

Rohith Bhaskar, 14 Apr 2025 10:01

Promotional banner for Lost Skies: Island Creator, showing floating sky islands and ancient ruins suspended above the clouds (Image source: Bossa Studios via Steam)

Lost Skies: Island Creator now free to explore ahead of full launch on 18 April 2025

Bossa Studios has released Lost Skies: Island Creator, a free tool offering an early look at its upcoming co-operative survival game. With strong early feedback and full Steam Workshop support, it provides players with hands-on ac...

Louise Burke, 14 Apr 2025 02:10

Promotional still of Affyn’s Singapore-based headquarters, featured in early marketing for the NEXUS World metaverse platform (Image source: Affyn via Newsfile)

Web3 gaming projects face pressure as Affyn CEO warns of delays and uncertainty

Web3 gaming faces turbulence as projects stall and token values drop. Affyn’s CEO warns of uncertainty in a recent update, highlighting the pressure on blockchain games to deliver real results amid growing scepticism.

Louise Burke, 12 Apr 2025 23:52

An iPhone captures facial expressions in real time, driving digital character animation inside Unreal Engine using Live Link Face and MetaHuman Animator (Image source: Epic Games via Unreal Engine blog)

Epic Games updates Live Link Face for real-time iPhone mocap

Live Link Face 1.4.2 update enhances real-time iPhone facial mocap for Unreal Engine. Epic Games fixes regional IP entry bug, improving creator workflows. Used with MetaHuman Animator, the app captures high-fidelity facial perform...

Louise Burke, 12 Apr 2025 13:33

Therabody SmartGoggles (2nd Gen) — redesigned with biometric sensors and enhanced blackout padding for personalised relaxation (Image source: Therabody)

Therabody SmartGoggles (2nd Gen) offer biometric eye therapy for stress relief

Therabody has launched the second-generation SmartGoggles — a wearable device combining heat, vibration and biometric feedback to relieve stress and eye strain. Retailing at $199, it offers app-controlled modes and guided audio. A...

Louise Burke, 11 Apr 2025 22:56

Close up of an OLED panel. (Image source: Interelectronix)

Upgraded Lumicore OLED microdisplay delivers 3000 nits while reducing energy consumption by half

Lumicore has announced a new 0.71-inch FHD OLED microdisplay that cuts power use by 50%, pushing it closer to real-world AR headset integration, thanks to higher efficiency and sharper visuals.

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Apr 2025 11:39

It seems as though the upcoming replacement for the Valve Index (pictured) may be partially manufactured in the US

Valve Deckard launch rapidly approaches as leak tips VR headset manufacturing in US

Recent leaks reveal that Valve has started stockpiling both pre-made components and tooling to build its upcoming Deckard VR headsets in the US.

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Apr 2025 08:17

Abstract motion blur of the National Theatre sign in London (Image source: Samuel Regan-Asante via Unsplash)

The future of performance: Real-time technology in film and theatre

Real-time technology is revolutionising film and theatre, with innovations like virtual production, AI-driven script analysis, and immersive AR and VR experiences. From The Mandalorian’s groundbreaking virtual sets to interactive ...

Louise Burke, 08 Apr 2025 02:00

Meta is set to follow up the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses with a much pricier model. (Image source: Ray-Ban)

Dream of Google Glass reignited: Meta Hypernova tipped to release this year with heads-up display

Back in 2012, Google Glass gave us a glimpse of a future where apps seamlessly integrate with the real world to enable communication through smart glasses, potentially making smartphones obsolete. This year, Meta’s Hypernova might...

Hannes Brecher, 02 Apr 2025 12:35

Sandbox VR expands its Squid Game Virtuals full-body VR experience by introducing a season two mini-game. (Image source: Sandbox VR)

Sandbox VR adds Squid Game 2 tie-in to its immersive whole-body VR game experience

Sandbox VR has added a Squid Game 2 mini-game tie-in to its Squid Game Virtuals full-body virtual reality experience. The games centers use VR headsets and motion-capture technology to allow players to enjoy a variety of experienc...

David Chien, 31 Mar 2025 01:29

The Throne X stool by Cooler Master vibrates to the beat of music being performed or its internal metronome to enhance musical immersion. (Image source: Cooler Master)

Cooler Master launches Indiegogo campaign for Throne X: An immersive stool that vibrates to the beat of music

The Throne X stool vibrates in response to music played to enhance the feeling of immersion or on its own in metronome mode to improve one's ability to maintain a steady tempo. Additionally, the chair can be connected to standard ...

David Chien, 30 Mar 2025 05:25

Preorders for the Crystal Super VR headset are now live (Image source: Pimax)

Pimax Crystal Super: High-res VR headset with foveated rendering and local dimming now orderable

The Pimax Crystal Super can now be preordered and sports a high resolution of 3840 x 3840 per eye and supports local dimming as well as foveated rendering. Two controllers are included in the box.

Silvio Werner, 29 Mar 2025 18:42

Samsung co-CEO Han Jong-hee. (Image source: Free Malaysia Today)

Samsung Electronics announces death of co-CEO

Samsung Electronics has confirmed the death of its co-leader in hospital. Han Jong-Hee oversaw the part of the OEM's business that pertained to its mobile devices and chip-making concerns. His abrupt passing leaves his fellow co-c...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Mar 2025 19:23

Researchers create world's smallest LEDs with perovskite technology, achieving record pixel density (Image source: Zhejiang University)

Nano-scale perovskite LEDs shatter size and efficiency records for next-gen displays

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.

Nathan Ali, 26 Mar 2025 18:56

The Visual-X headset is lightweight and operates wirelessly (Image source: Toall)

Visual-X launches as wireless VR headset with high resolution and unlimited hot-swap runtime

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...

Silvio Werner, 25 Mar 2025 23:39

The Vivo Vision has a portable battery pack to power it. (Image source: 小白测评 on Weibo)

Vivo Vision mixed reality headset showcased at Asian conference

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.

Habeeb Onawole, 25 Mar 2025 16:12

Valve is rumoured to be developing Deckard with controllers codenamed 'Roy'. (Image source: @Down_90)

Valve Deckard: Latest leak reveals early specifications of long-awaited Valve Index successor

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...

Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2025 00:47

The Haply Robotics MinVerse 3D mouse allows gamers, 3D designers, and and others to control and craft 3D objects with haptic feedback. (Image source: Haply Robotics)

Haply Robotics kickstarting $1,500 MinVerse 3D haptic mouse

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.

David Chien, 18 Mar 2025 07:36

Insta360 extends its partnership with Leica. (Image source: Insta360)

Insta360 teases 2025 line of Leica-branded action cameras

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 no...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Mar 2025 15:01

The Dynabook dynaEdge XR1 glasses enable businesses to fuse reality and information. (Image source: Dynabook)

Dynabook unveils dynaEdge XR1 extended reality glasses

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 W...

David Chien, 11 Mar 2025 01:08

The Ray-Ban Meta Coperni Limited glasses are sold in Australia, Europe, North America, and the UK. (Image source: Meta)

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses gets a transparent Coperni Limited Edition priced at $549

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.

Habeeb Onawole, 10 Mar 2025 20:09