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The Vivo Vision mixed-reality headset is said to offer some advantages over the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3s (Image source: Vivo)

Lighter, more comfortable and cheaper than Apple Vision Pro: Hands-on comparison with the new Vivo Vision MR headset

CheckMag Weighing just 14 oz, the Vivo Vision has launched in China and is significantly lighter and smaller than the well-known mixed-reality headsets from Apple and Meta. An 8K micro-OLED display supposedly creates a huge virtual IMAX sc...

Alexander Fagot, 23 Aug 2025 20:50

The Abxylute 3D One handheld gaming PC displays images in 3D thanks to display technology from Tencent Games. (Image source: Abxylute)

Abxylute teases 3D One handheld gaming PC with 3D display, detachable controllers, and optional keyboard

Abxylute has announced the 3D One handheld PC, delivering glasses-free 3D gaming via eye-tracking technology and AI depth enhancement. With detachable controllers and keyboard, it transforms seemlessly between handheld, tablet, la...

David Chien, 22 Aug 2025 00:07

Ornithopters soar above the desert in Funcom's survival MMO Dune: Awakening (Image source: Funcom press assets)

Deal | Funcom opens 10-hour Steam free trial for Dune: Awakening with isolated servers and progress carryover

The 10-hour Steam trial for Dune: Awakening runs until August 24 with isolated servers and limited progress carryover. The promotion coincides with Gamescom, where Funcom confirmed a free Chapter 2 update and The Lost Harvest DLC ...

Louise Burke, 21 Aug 2025 21:23

The Vivo Vision comes in a single colour option. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Vision: Vivo's first mixed-reality headset revealed with 8K Micro-OLED lenses

Vivo has now shared various details about its first mixed-reality headset. Debuting in China as the Vivo Vision or Vivo Vision Discovery Edition, the headset combines Qualcomm's recent Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset with 8K MicroOL...

Alex Alderson, 21 Aug 2025 14:00

HTC's latest AR glasses come in four colors. (Image source: HTC)

HTC presents Vive Eagle smart glasses with Zeiss lenses, 12 MP camera and ChatGPT

Smart glasses with AI features, cameras, microphones and speakers are becoming increasingly popular. HTC now also wants to jump on the bandwagon with its Vive Eagle, a pair of smart glasses that boasts high-quality Zeiss lenses an...

Hannes Brecher, 14 Aug 2025 22:35

Vivo also refers to its Vision headset as the 'Vision Discovery Edition'. (Image source: Vivo - edited)

Vivo Vision: Launch event date revealed for Vivo's first mixed-reality headset

Rumours that Vivo had created an Apple Vision Pro rival have been bubbling under since the end of last year. Now, Vivo has confirmed that its Vision Discovery Edition mixed-reality headset will be with us before the end of the mon...

Alex Alderson, 13 Aug 2025 19:06

Meta Tiramisu VR headset prototype. (Image source: Meta)

Meta will demo two prototype VR headsets soon, one of which has above retinal resolution

Tiramisu and Boba 3 are the two prototype VR headsets Meta has been working on. It will demo the two on August 11 and August 14 at SIGGRAPH 2025 in Vancouver.

Vineet Washington, 08 Aug 2025 20:01

The Brilliant Labs Halo AI glasses use a 0.2-inch tiny microOLED display (Image source: Brilliant Labs)

Brilliant Labs unveils new Halo AI smart glasses with built-in display, lightweight design, and 14 hours of runtime

Brilliant Labs has unveiled new Halo AI smart glasses. The Halo feature a full-color microOLED display, optical sensors, bone conduction speakers, an IMU, a B1 AI/ML chip by Alif Semiconductor, and up to 14 hours of battery life. ...

Abhinav Fating, 31 Jul 2025 18:47

Microsoft adds Immersive Events to Teams: VR work meetings à la Second Life with legless avatars

Microsoft launches Immersive Events for Teams, offering virtual meetings in 3D environments on the PC and Mac. Organizers can craft virtual spaces with no-code tools to support deeper online social interactions. Meta Quest headset...

David Chien, 29 Jul 2025 07:50

The VisionAI is now available. (Image source: Rogbid)

VisionAI: Smart glasses come with camera, audio and video recording

The VisionAI is a pair of new smart glasses that can take photos, videos and provide assistance in everyday life. This is made possible by a camera, microphone and speaker.

Silvio Werner, 24 Jul 2025 23:52

The prototype glove covers the hand partially, focussing on the fingertip surface (Image courtesy: Sharp)

Sharp unveils haptic VR glove and controller with fine texture sensing

Sharp Corporation is working on a hybrid VR glove-style controller that delivers fine texture feedback to each fingertip, and also has simple controller inputs like a joystick and buttons. The company had opened pre-registration i...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 23 Jul 2025 20:49

An iPhone Fold render. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

iOS 26 for the iPhone Fold tipped to debut new Depth Pro feature

iOS 26 is fast becoming one of the most controversial upcoming software update for iPhones in history already. It might also be one of the most interesting, though, not the least because it could be the first of its line to have a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2025 19:47

The new Legion AR smart glasses (pictured) cost around $348 in China (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo launches new Legion smart glasses with wide field of view and lightweight design

There's a new eyewear product in Lenovo's portfolio called the Legion AR Smart Glasses. It comes with a pair of 120 Hz screens with a wide field of view and is backed by in-house 2D to 3D tech. The launch price is CNY 2,499, aroun...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Jul 2025 16:52

Artificial Agency's behaviour engine enables lifelike in-game characters and directors that adapt dynamically to players (Image source: Artificial Agency)

Artificial Agency unveils behaviour engine to reshape AI in gaming

Artificial Agency's new behaviour engine introduces adaptive AI to gaming, letting characters and game directors respond in real time to player choices.

Louise Burke, 11 Jul 2025 17:13

Hit turn-based space combat title Battlestar Galactica: Deadlock now free to keep on Steam. Pictured: An edited screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Strategic space combat title worth $39 now free to keep on Steam

Battlestar Galactica: Deadlock is an exciting strategic space combat game set before the events of the main television series from 2004. Thanks to an ongoing sale on Steam, this well-reviewed turn-based strategy game is now comple...

Sambit Saha, 10 Jul 2025 20:18

Apple is expected to release the follow-up to the Vision Pro by year end. (Image source: Roméo A.)

Apple Vision Pro 2 expected to launch in 2025 with two crucial upgrades

A recent report from a reputable source adds weight to rumours that the successor to the Apple Vision Pro could launch this year. The upcoming mixed-reality headset is expected to feature two significant upgrades, though drastic c...

Hannes Brecher, 10 Jul 2025 11:59

Nintendo Labo VR Kit that used the original Switch as the display. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo officially researching VR, AR, and MR hinting at dedicated headset

Nintendo is currently in the research phase for a possible VR headset like the Quest 3 or the PSVR 2. The latest financial report reveals there might be something in the pipeline on the lines of a dedicated VR headset.

Vineet Washington, 07 Jul 2025 17:45

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