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Low Sales Prompt Sony To Stop PSVR 2 Production
The PSVR 2 has only been on the shelves for just over a year, and it looks like it’s not selling as well as Sony had hoped. Consequently, reports are circulating that Sony has decided to pause production. Since its launch last February, sales of the PSVR 2 have progressively slowed. To meet the expected … Continue reading Low Sales Prompt Sony To Stop PSVR 2 Production
28th March 2024
Meta Quest News Round-Up: Quest 2 Price Drop, Quest 3 Promo Extended, and Meta VR Studio Fund Launched
After six months on the market, the Quest 3 is garnering less attention than its new rival, the Apple Vision Pro. However, despite increased competition, the Quest headset range continues to sell well. But without any major product launches on the horizon, it doesn’t mean Meta is not busy. Recently, a series of smaller stories … Continue reading Meta Quest News Round-Up: Quest 2 Price Drop, Quest 3 Promo Extended, and Meta VR Studio Fund Launched
25th March 2024
Apple Confirms Launch of Vision Pro in China
Since its launch on February 2nd this year, the Apple Vision Pro has only been available in the United States. But this is all about to change. Apple has now revealed plans for an international release, including mainland China. China is obviously a huge market, but it’s one that Meta cannot break. Blocks from the … Continue reading Apple Confirms Launch of Vision Pro in China
22nd March 2024
Meta Turns Down Google Over New Android XR Platform
According to recent reports in The Information, Google and Meta met last year. During the meeting, Meta was asked to partner with Google and contribute to the new Android XR platform that Google is working on. Meta reportedly said, “No.” This claim comes from a “person involved in the talks”. But since The Information published … Continue reading Meta Turns Down Google Over New Android XR Platform
4th March 2024
A Quick Guide to the Apple Vision Pro: 14 Tips and Tricks
The Apple Vision Pro was released in the United States recently, And although it’s not had an official UK launch yet, that doesn’t mean you might not already own a Visio Pro or be getting your hands on one soon. With a $3,500 price tag, you’ll want to know everything the Vision Pro can do … Continue reading A Quick Guide to the Apple Vision Pro: 14 Tips and Tricks
29th February 2024
Zuckerberg Suggests Meta Neural Wristband Will Launch “In Next Few Years”
On February 16th, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared on the Morning Brew Daily podcast to talk about everything from the launch of the Apple headset and AI to his growing interest in raising cattle. During the interview, Zuck indicated that a finger-tracking neural wristband would launch within the next few years. At the moment, virtual … Continue reading Zuckerberg Suggests Meta Neural Wristband Will Launch “In Next Few Years”
23rd February 2024
Zuck On Vision Pro: “The Quest is the Better Product. Period!” —Is He Right?
The Apple Vision Pro may have only shipped a small initial quantity, and pre-orders outstripped demand, but that doesn’t mean that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has missed out. He’s been trying the Vision Pro and has recently shared his views on an Instagram video. In the three-minute video, Zuck compares the price and features of … Continue reading Zuck On Vision Pro: “The Quest is the Better Product. Period!” —Is He Right?
20th February 2024
Stanford Study Highlights Potential Negative Effects of Passthrough Headsets
Researchers at Stanford warn that headsets block out natural light and use cameras to create passthrough images of the world around you, which could have a negative psychological effect. Passthrough technology is fundamental in mixed reality and spatial computing. Sensors on headsets take in information from the surrounding environment. This digital reconstruction is displayed on … Continue reading Stanford Study Highlights Potential Negative Effects of Passthrough Headsets
8th February 2024
Apple Vision Pro Early Reviews Drop While Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Estimated Supply
The US launch of the Apple Vision Pro is upon us, and reviewers already have their hands on the new “spatial computer”— the first wave of feedback on the new device is out. So, what do tech insiders who have experienced the Vision Pro first-hand have to say about it? And, as these reviews come … Continue reading Apple Vision Pro Early Reviews Drop While Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Estimated Supply
5th February 2024Virtual Reality: what is it and why is it important to know about?
Virtual reality is essentially the use of technology to create the illusion of presence in an environment that isn’t really there. It works by sending information to various senses, such as sight and hearing, that fool our brains into experiencing something virtual. The illusion is often completed by the presence of interactivity, in other words the virtual world responds in some way to your presence.
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Where to go from here?
If you are new to virtual reality (or just want a refresher) we suggest you start with our What is virtual reality?section for a more in-depth discussion of the topic. We look at practical examples and discuss the core technologies in a clear and simple way. Providing a solid foundation for further reading.
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Pros and cons of virtual reality
We have series of articles about the various applications of this technology and the equipment used, for example, VR glasses (or goggles as they are sometimes called).
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Expert Insight
Ekram Alam
Ekram Alam is co-founder of Cocoon Creativity and co-developer of EVOLVE, a mobile VR and AR app that aims to transport you back to the prehistoric age with the help of Evolutionary Biology professors at UCL.
