Augmented Reality: News
02 Nov 2024
Disney IndiaDisney establishes new unit to oversee AI and XR adoption
Disney has announced the creation of a dedicated emerging technologies unit, called the Office of Technology Enablement.
24 Oct 2024
Virtual realityRhythms in motion: The impact of dance choreographers
Dance choreographers are the unsung heroes of the performing arts world, shaping the visual poetry that bewitches audiences on stages and screens worldwide.
02 Oct 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft pulls plug on HoloLens 2 AR headset
Microsoft has officially stopped making its HoloLens 2 headsets, as reported by UploadVR.
26 Aug 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp's new iOS update introduces AR call effects, filters
WhatsApp has released a fresh update through its TestFlight beta program for iOS users.
23 Aug 2024
SnapchatSnap to unveil new Spectacles AR glasses on this date
Snap Inc. is set to launch its fifth-generation Spectacles, featuring augmented reality (AR) capabilities, at the upcoming Partner Summit event on September 17.
18 Jul 2024
Virtual reality'Godmother of AI' Fei-Fei Li launches billion-dollar startup
Fei-Fei Li, a distinguished computer scientist often dubbed as the "godmother of AI," has established an AI startup named World Labs.
20 Jun 2024
AR GlassesXreal unveils smartphone-like device to complement its AR glasses
Xreal, a company recognized for its augmented reality (AR) glasses, has launched a new device named the Beam Pro.
02 Jun 2024
Latest Gadget LaunchSpacetop is a revolutionary AR laptop with no screen
Tech company Sightful's innovative laptop, named Spacetop, doesn't offer a conventional screen. Instead, it uses augmented reality to create a 100-inch virtual display.
31 May 2024
GoogleGoogle and Magic Leap sign deal for AR experiences
Google and augmented reality startup Magic Leap have formed a strategic technology partnership, according to Reuters.
26 May 2024
AppleApple secures patent for 'digital stone' device: What is it
Apple has obtained a patent for a novel device, termed "digital stone," from the US Trademark and Patent Office.
30 Apr 2024
AppleApple's next-gen Vision Pro headset postponed to 2026
Apple's next-generation Vision Pro headset will not be released anytime before late 2026, according to reports.
28 Feb 2024
MetaMeta's Orion 'true' AR glasses to be demonstrated in 2024
Meta, Facebook's parent company, is reportedly developing a new pair of augmented reality (AR) smart glasses called "Orion."
29 Jan 2024
EducationThriving careers to pursue in the art industry
Are you passionate about art and considering a career in the creative industry?
28 Dec 2023
AppleApple to launch new Vision Pro model in 2027
Apple's Vision Pro headsets are set to hit the shelves sooner than anticipated, with mass shipments beginning in early January, per supply chain expert Ming-Chi Kuo.
25 Sep 2023
MetaMeta Connect 2023: Expected announcements, event timings, how to watch
Meta's annual conference, Meta Connect 2023, is set to take place on September 27 and 28.
21 Sep 2023
MetaMeta Connect 2023 event starts September 27: What to expect
Meta Connect 2023, the tech giant's annual conference covering AI and virtual reality (VR), is set to take place on September 27 and 28.
17 Aug 2023
Latest Tech NewsHow this start-up's mixed-reality headset aims to upskill India
AjnaLens, an Indian start-up focused on mixed-reality, has released two innovative headsets, namely AjnaXR PRO and AjnaXR SE.
08 Aug 2023
3D PrintingScientists develop 3D printing technology for use in transparent displays
Researchers at the Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) have developed a groundbreaking 3D printing technology that can be used in transparent displays and AR devices.
06 Jun 2023
AppleHow Apple Vision Pro will revolutionize AR/VR segment
After years of anticipation, Apple finally announced its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset at its annual WWDC conference. The headset comes with the promise of making AR/VR and spatial computing mainstream.
19 May 2023
Latest Tech NewsThis 'augmented reality laptop' makes foldable devices outdated
California-based Sightful has introduced an "augmented reality laptop," dubbed Spacetop. It is primarily designed for the "work from anywhere" culture.
27 Jan 2023
AudiAudi Activesphere concept breaks cover with augmented reality technology
German luxury carmaker Audi has taken the wraps off the Activesphere concept vehicle at the "Celebration of Progress" event in Berlin. The coupe-like crossover features a unique flush-type cargo bed.
24 Jan 2023
AppleHere's how Apple's Reality Pro AR/VR headset will work
Apple's most-awaited mixed-reality headset, likely to be called Reality Pro, may finally arrive this year. It could bear a price tag of $3,000 (nearly Rs. 2.44 lakh).
09 Jan 2023
AppleEverything we know about Apple's AR/VR headset: Price, availability, features
Apple may finally unveil its much-anticipated mixed-reality headset this spring, ahead of Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
04 Jan 2023
AppleApple's mixed reality headset might feature digital crown, waist-mounted battery
Apple has been quiet about its long-rumored mixed reality headset. However, leaks and patents filed have kept us updated about the status of the wearable.
02 Jan 2023
Mark Zuckerberg#NewsBytesExplainer: Understanding Meta's Augmented Reality aspirations and what lies ahead
When Mark Zuckerberg founded Facebook, it changed the equation of social interactions. It was a disrupting force.
12 Oct 2022
MetaMeta launches Quest Pro VR headset at $1,500: Check features
After a year-long tease, Meta has finally unveiled the Quest Pro, its most advanced virtual reality headset at the Meta Connect 2022.
29 Jun 2022
TechnologyCEO wears AR-enabled contact lens to begin in-eye testing
Mojo labs in Saratoga, California became the venue of a historic moment, as it witnessed the first-ever in-eye testing of a smart AR-enabled contact lens.
10 Jun 2022
AmazonYou can now try shoes in AR via Amazon app
E-commerce behemoth Amazon has decided to tap into the burgeoning augmented reality-powered fashion. The company has introduced a new feature called 'Virtual Try-On for Shoes' in its iOS app.
05 May 2022
GoogleGoogle acquires microLED start-up Raxium to boost its AR ambitions
Google has acquired Raxium, a five-year-old start-up that develops cost-effective and energy-efficient microLED displays. The move was announced by Rick Osterloh, the company's hardware chief.
18 Nov 2021
FacebookZuckerberg shows Meta gloves that help wearer feel virtual objects
In a new video, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg can be seen feeling objects with a technology being developed so the sense of touch can be incorporated into the metaverse.
31 Oct 2021
FacebookMeta acquires makers of virtual reality fitness app 'Supernatural'
Facebook Meta recently acquired Supernatural—one of the first fitness-centric subscription-based apps to become available on the Oculus Quest.
31 Oct 2021
FacebookFirst image of Meta's rumored smartwatch spotted in the wild
Meta Platforms Inc. (formerly Facebook) is rumored to be developing a smartwatch to potentially rival the likes of the Apple Watch.
02 Apr 2021
MicrosoftMicrosoft signs $21.8 billion deal with the US Army
Microsoft has received a contract worth $21.8 billion from the Department of Defense (DoD) to supply the US Army with 120,000 augmented reality headsets, the Pentagon recently announced.
24 Mar 2021
FacebookFacebook demonstrates new wrist-worn prototype for interacting with AR systems
In a recent blog post, Facebook announced that it is developing a wearable which will act as a new medium for interaction with Augmented Reality (AR) computers.
04 Mar 2021
MicrosoftMicrosoft demonstrates Mesh mixed reality platform for virtual collaboration
During the virtual Ignite conference on Tuesday, Microsoft demonstrated the Mesh mixed reality platform, which enables remote collaboration using the HoloLens 2 headset.
23 Feb 2021
Samsung ElectronicsLeaked concept videos showcase Samsung's first AR smart glasses
Samsung's latest foray into augmented reality-capable eyewear dubbed Samsung Glasses Lite appears to be the culmination of development efforts dating back to 2019.
09 Jan 2021
FacebookFacebook's smart glasses coming in 2021, but without Augmented Reality
Facebook's much-vaunted smart glasses will be launching soon. The glasses are coming "sooner than later" in 2021, but without the graphical overlays promised through Augmented Reality (AR) technology.
09 Oct 2020
TechnologySoon, US Army dogs could be wearing AR glasses
US Army dogs could soon be seen wearing AR glasses on the field.
01 Jul 2020
FacebookGoogle gets serious about AR again, acquires "smart-glasses" company North
Following the footsteps of players like Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook, internet giant Google is also joining the bandwagon of Augmented Reality or AR.
08 May 2020
LamborghiniLamborghini unveils Huracan EVO RWD Spyder using Augmented Reality
Lamborghini has unveiled the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Spyder variant of its Huracan EVO on its official website using augmented reality (AR). The move makes Lamborghini the world's first automaker to use AR to showcase a car.
16 Mar 2020
iOSGoogle testing more prominent 'Live View' AR directions for Maps
Over the last two years, Google has been developing and testing augmented reality-based 'Live View' directions to help walkers navigate easily using Maps.
13 Feb 2020
AndroidTop 5 must-have home decorating apps
There's nothing easy about decorating or renovating your personal space.
18 Jan 2020
GoogleSmart contact lenses are coming. But, what are they?
As market-ready AR glasses continue to evolve, a new kind of device appears to be mushrooming on the block - smart contact lenses.
16 Nov 2019
Star WarsLEGO's AR-powered Hidden Side Sets look amazing: Details here
In this digital era, the LEGO group is looking to create a completely new experience for kids.
10 Oct 2019
AppleApple's AR headset likely to launch early next year
Despite offering some super-cool augmented reality features on the iPhones, Apple hasn't introduced its own AR hardware.
05 Oct 2019
InstagramNow, you can try lipsticks, sunglasses on Instagram: Here's how
We all know Instagram has been introducing features to let users buy products appearing in photos/videos uploaded on the platform.
18 Sep 2019
FacebookApparently, Facebook is developing AR glasses with Ray-Ban's owner
After developing a bunch of Oculus-branded VR headsets, Facebook is shifting gears into the arena of augmented reality (AR).
03 Sep 2019
AppleApple's AR glasses likely in testing phase, iOS 13 hints
On September 10, Apple will unveil the next generation of iPhones and Apple Watch at an event at the Steve Jobs Theater.
19 Aug 2019
Snapchat#TechBytes: How to use Snapchat filters and lenses
With a humongous set of features, Snapchat dominates as one of the most entertaining photo-sharing apps on the internet.
13 Aug 2019
AppleApple's upcoming iPad Pro could sport iPhone 11-like rear cameras
Apple's iPads are surely one of the best tablets out there. However, with a single camera, they aren't really made for taking photos or recording videos. But things are set to change soon.
