Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 18
Strap on a headset and enter a computer-generated world where interactions and movement bring
person and machine closer together. As a simulation, experiences can vary from closely matching the
real world, through to fantastical environments limited only by the imagination of their developers. VR is
typically broken down into three categories- non-immersive, semi-immersive, and fully-immersive. A
non-immersive example would appear on a normal screen, semi-immersive might add a headset, while
fully-immersive combines headset and motion-sensitive controls. VR applications are extensive and
include video gaming, training simulations including in military, healthcare and business, and travel and
leisure.
Aussie uni utilises AR and VR to discover the human body
Tue, 8th Oct 2019
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Students studying anatomy at La Trobe University are utilising digital technologies as opposed to textbooks to learn about the human body.
Blue Hat launches AR play-based learning center in China
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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The play-based learning center will provide an immersive learning experience across art, emotional, health, language, science, and social subjects.
Christchurch firm sells AR tech to US retail marketing giant
Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
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Christchurch's Smudge sells AR tech for in-store visualisation to US retail giant InContext Solutions, marking a milestone in augmented reality innovation.
VR boom shows no sign of slowing
Wed, 18th Sep 2019
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The virtual reality market will exhibit a 42.2% CAGR, as big brands move to offer an advanced user experience says Fortune Business Insights.
Telstra brings advanced VR streaming to Aus
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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Telstra and partners Magna Systems, Summit Tech, and Igloo debut 8K VR streaming over 5G at the Telstra Vantage showcase, setting an Australian first.
AR 'Live View' navigation is coming to Google Maps
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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Live View will allow those travelling on foot around cities to navigate streets a little easier with turn-by-turn navigation.
Kiwi employees embracing a future of AI
Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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A multinational survey by Genesys reveals New Zealand employees lead in embracing AI in the workplace, showcasing unparalleled confidence and ethical trust.
Facebook faces new frontiers with real time brain-to-text research
Thu, 1st Aug 2019
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Facebook and UCSF are pioneering brain-computer interfaces to develop AR glasses enabling hands-free, real-time brain-to-text communication.
A quick overview of Microsoft Dynamics in 2019
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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Microsoft Dynamics 2019: Integrating ERP and CRM, leveraging LinkedIn, mixed reality, and AI for a unified, data-driven platform with Microsoft's HoloLens 2.
WiMi hologram listing helps open AR market to foreign capital
Mon, 8th Jul 2019
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WiMi Hologram Cloud aims to raise up to USD $50 million through an IPO on Nasdaq, setting the stage for foreign capital to delve into China's booming AR market.
Retail study challenges myth that digital natives only shop online
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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financial systems
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ar, vr & metaverse
Despite beliefs that the younger generation prefers to shop online, they're actually the most likely to do more shopping in physical stores.
Vivo develops new tech for 5G era
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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Vivo unveils its 5G vision at MWC Shanghai 2019, introducing Vivo AR Glass, 5G Cloud Game, and Super FlashCharge 120W to revolutionise mobile user experience.
NBA and Unbnd announce an immersive content partnership
Wed, 26th Jun 2019
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The NBA and Australian firm Unbnd have unveiled a partnership to bring immersive, mixed reality NBA content to fans in Australia and Singapore.
Game review: Blood & Truth (PlayStation VR)
Tue, 4th Jun 2019
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SIE London Studio releases VR action-movie inspired cockney crime caper, Blood & Truth for PlayStation VR. FutureFive's Darren Price takes a butcher's.
Volvo and Varjo launch world-first mixed reality application for car development
Thu, 30th May 2019
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manufacturing
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cartech
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ar, vr & metaverse
Volvo Cars and Varjo have developed a mixed reality approach to evaluating prototypes and designs, using Varjo's high-end augmented reality headsets.
NetDragon expands business with new opportunities empowered by 5G
Wed, 29th May 2019
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NetDragon co-sponsors the 5G+VR/AR Innovation and Application Summit in Hefei, debuting its largest VR Experience Centre and advancing VR tech in education.
Bose releases sunglasses/headphone combo
Wed, 29th May 2019
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ar, vr & metaverse
With a proprietary open-ear design and micro-acoustics it allows for voice control and personal audio without loss of privacy.
“First-of-its-kind” VR training platform launches in Oz
Fri, 24th May 2019
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education, learning & training
Curiious IQ is enabled for any VR device and can stream live to small groups or up to 50 or more headsets simultaneously.
Doctor Who fans: This one's for you
Thu, 23rd May 2019
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Doctor Who fans can step into a new VR adventure, Doctor Who: The Edge of Time, launching this September with Jodie Whittaker as the Doctor.
Hands-on PSVR preview: Blood & Truth
Mon, 20th May 2019
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PlayStation VR fans who picked up a copy of VR Worlds with their headset will have had a taster of SIE London Studio's Blood & Truth.