Virtual Reality

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The intersection of music, technology, and culture has never been more exciting. At the forefront of innovation in this space is Michael Balkind, founder of Soda World Studios in Johannesburg. In our latest podcast episode, we explore how virtual reality (VR) is transforming music and culture, enabling audiences from across…

A new study offers hope for people who are blind or have low vision (pBLV) through an innovative navigation system that was tested using virtual reality. The system, which combines vibrational and sound feedback, aims to help users navigate complex real-world environments more safely and effectively. The research from NYU…

CHRISTMAS is nearly here and there's still time for gadget fans to get those wish-lists in to Santa. I spend a lot of time testing tech – so here's what I'm hoping to find under the tree on December 25. 6 The Meta Quest 3S has handy controllers that allow…

Google says that its Gemini artificial intelligence is being infused in an Android XR operating system that will put digital assistant capabilities into smart eyewear. Photo: Michael M. Santiago / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/Getty Images via AFP Source: AFP Google is ramping up its push into smart glasses and augmented…

Meta has announced the v72 Quest update, and it’s packed with features like faster hand tracking, an easier way to pair your headset with a Windows 11 PC, and better support for showing your keyboard while you’re in full virtual reality. The update is rolling out gradually, which also goes…

A brand-new “Beyond Blue” virtual reality video game is coming to Meta Quest headsets in January. “Beyond Blue: After the Storm” will put players back in the diving suit of deep-sea explorer and scientist Mirai (voiced by Erika Ishi’i), as she discovers a beautiful ocean world based in reality and…

Just when it seemed like PC support was Sony’s final word on the PlayStation VR2, the company is showing off hand tracking for the virtual reality headset. As spotted by UploadVR , Sony has been demoing controller-free hand-tracking support on the PSVR2 at SIGGRAPH Asia 2024, an academic conference and…

The new game from Rezzil called Premier League Player uses spatial data captured in real soccer games to recreate critical plays in virtual reality. A screenshot of the game (L), and featured player Kobbie Mainoo of Manchester United (R). Photo-Illustration: Wired Staff; Rezzil/Getty If you buy something using links in…

Virtual and Augmented Reality have come a long way, and they are now used in various fields, including gaming and movies. Now, researchers have found an intriguing way to gain better insights into animal behaviors like course stabilization and obstacle avoidance during navigation. To view new perspectives on the aerodynamic…