Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 13
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.
Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard in landmark deal
Thu, 20th Jan 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Microsoft has announced its plans to acquire Activision Blizzard in a $68.7 billion deal, solidifying its position in the gaming industry.
Salesforce announces new innovations across the APAC market
Mon, 17th Jan 2022
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data analytics
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Salesforce has announced a string of new innovations and partnerships to help expand its reach across the APAC market.
Virtual reality investment explodes in 2021 - report
Thu, 13th Jan 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Private UK fundraising in the virtual reality sector hit a record high, with over £150m raised this year, a 72% increase from 2020.
2022 will see increasing AI role in augmented and virtual reality
Thu, 6th Jan 2022
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ai
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personal computing devices
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ar, vr & metaverse
Artificial intelligence will play an increasing role in augmented and virtual reality in 2022, according to ABI Research.
6 significant changes to online fraud we saw in 2021
Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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saas
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malware
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ransomware
SEON Fraud Prevention co-founders discuss the top trends that changed fraud in 2021, including the rise of Ransomware as a Service and easier online fraud.
Is the Metaverse really the next big digital thing?
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
The Metaverse, a shared 3D virtual environment, presents a challenge for location technology, says LocationTechNZ deputy chair Chris Morris.
Xerox and Oracle partner to help new ventures launch fast, with a focus on 3D printing, IoT, and AR
Mon, 20th Dec 2021
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iot
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industrial iot
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ar, vr & metaverse
Xerox has signed a multi-year deal with Oracle to provide cloud-computing infrastructure and software focusing on 3D printing and IoT.
Kaspersky develops cybersecurity policy for bionic devices
Mon, 6th Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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ar, vr & metaverse
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kaspersky
Kaspersky launches comprehensive cybersecurity policy to address the security risks posed by human augmentation technology in the workplace.
Interview: Sitecore explains why personalisation is key to customer experience
Wed, 24th Nov 2021
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crm
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data analytics
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cx
But what does a personalised experience look like? We spoke to Sitecore’s director, commerce, Mark Johnson, to find out.
The metaverse poses 'terrifying dangers' - is it the new internet? Expert says yes
Tue, 9th Nov 2021
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
'Terrifying dangers' of the 'metaverse' need to be addressed now, warns academic. Future policing must be determined before it's too late.
Microsoft's entry into metaverse tainted by Facebook's Meta rebrand
Tue, 9th Nov 2021
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uc
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microsoft
Microsoft's announcement juxtaposes the genuine potential of Mesh for Microsoft Teams with widespread criticism of Facebook's rebranding as Meta.
Microsoft Cloud at Ignite 2021: Metaverse, AI and hyperconnectivity in a hybrid world
Thu, 4th Nov 2021
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uc
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hybrid cloud
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public cloud
Microsoft CEO unveils updates for Microsoft Cloud at Ignite 2021, focusing on the Metaverse, AI, and hyperconnectivity. Over 90 services and updates introduced.
BREAKING: Facebook rebrands to Meta, Zuckerberg unveils 'metaverse'
Fri, 29th Oct 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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facebook
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social media
Mark Zuckerberg unveils Facebook's vision for the 'metaverse' and announces the company's rebranding as Meta. #Metaverse #FacebookRebranding.
Virtual reality could help treat anxiety - research
Mon, 25th Oct 2021
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edutech
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healthtech
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ar, vr & metaverse
The research could pave the way for large-scale efficacy testing, clinical use and cost-effective delivery of intelligent individualised VR technology.
Startup's AR packaging 'wows' pharmaceuticals giant Bayer
Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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software development
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ar, vr & metaverse
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digital marketing
An Australian startup has created ‘holographic’ packaging that uses augmented reality (AR) to display an interactive virtual display and a holographic person.
Hands-on review: HTC Vive Focus 3 VR Headset
Mon, 20th Sep 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
HTC's Vive Focus 3 is a standalone VR device targeting the corporate market, completing HTC's range of VR solutions.
Snobal launches VR collaboration app for remote working and studying
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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ar, vr & metaverse
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wfh
Snobal launches Sphere, its VR collaboration app for remote and hybrid working, allowing users to meet, discuss and present in VR.
New remote tech support solution using live AR overlays
Tue, 7th Sep 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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abb
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ar
ABB Electrification's Service business has announced new solutions that provide interactive remote support using immersive extended reality.
Bringing jury to crime scene via VR provides more accurate results
Fri, 23rd Jul 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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university of south australia
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law enforcement
The University of South Australia finds overwhelming evidence in favour of using VR in the courtroom by putting jurors in the middle of a crime scene.
A peek inside the world of LEGO VIDIYO
Mon, 21st Jun 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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apps
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lego
LEGO's VIDIYO range combines augmented reality, music, and physical bricks to create the ultimate music video experience for kids.