virtual reality

Victory Square Technologies Inc. (OTC: VSQTF) portfolio company Fantasy 360 Technologies Inc. DBA Immersive Tech (“Immersive”) is teaming up with YouTube influencer and celebrity magician Chris Ramsay to create an immersive experience. YouTube is owned by Alphabet Inc...

A rumored Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) augmented reality headset will contain eye-tracking technology for user input, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple Insider reported Friday. What Happened: The analyst who tracks the Tim Cook-led tech giant revealed that the AR headset will come equipped...

Sony Corporation (NYSE: SNE) has revealed a new virtual reality controller for its PlayStation 5 gaming console, which it claims unlocks a “way to tap into the sense of touch.” What Happened: The “orb” shaped controllers allow for a “high degree of freedom” while...

Facebook Inc (NASDAQ: FB) is developing a wristband device that translates motor signals from the brain into navigating augmented reality on a computer. What Happened: Facebook showed a prototype on a virtual call with members of the media this week, according to a CNBC report. The wristband...

Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ: FB) has nearly 10,000 people working in its group developing augmented and virtual reality devices, according to a report by The Information (via the Verge). What Happened: The headcount suggests that almost one-fifth of Facebook’s global workforce is working...

Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ: FB) CEO Mark Zuckerberg has taken a subtle dig at Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL), seemingly criticizing the iPhone maker’s upcoming mixed reality headset that may be launched next year. What Happened: In a podcast hosted by The Information, Zuckerberg criticized the...

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) plans to launch its long-rumored mixed reality headset in the middle of next year, followed by augmented reality glasses by 2025, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, MacRumors reported Sunday. What Happened: In a research note, Kuo said that Apple’s MR/AR product...

Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd (NYSE: TSM) are reportedly working on the development of ultra-advanced display technology in Taiwan. What Happened: The Tim Cook-led company is planning to use the micro OLED displays in future augmented reality devices,...

Apple Inc’s (NASDAQ: AAPL) virtual reality headset could cost nearly $3,000, Business Insider reported Thursday. What Happened: The VR device could also be equipped with interchangeable headbands and have more than a dozen cameras onboard to track hand movements, according to the Information...

Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) is planning a virtual reality headset that may ultimately lead it to sell augmented reality glasses, Bloomberg reported Thursday. What Happened: The headset with the working name N301 is still in a prototype stage, while the glasses dubbed N421 are at a nascent stage known...

The Virtual Reality space is gearing up for the release of Facebook Inc's (NASDAQ: FB) wireless VR headset – the Oculus Quest 2. What Happened: Video game developer Oculus announced the launch of the VR headset on Wednesday that can be pre-ordered at $299. Shipping is expected...

Virtual reality headset maker Oculus announced Tuesday that a user account with parent company Facebook Inc's (NASDAQ: FB) namesake social media platform would be necessary to log into its devices beginning October 2020. What Happened The Mark Zuckerberg-led company’s VR...

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is considering acquiring the video service firm NextVR for $100 million, according to an unconfirmed report by 9to5Mac.  The company produces virtual reality video from special events and has partnerships with organizations including the NBA, Wimbledon and...

More people playing video games and increasing numbers of digital downloads, along with the new console launch cycle, make 2020 a good year for the video game industry, a Stephens analyst said Tuesday. In a look at the gaming landscape in the new year, analyst Jeff Cohen said he particularly likes...

On Dec 10, industry agnostic supply chain ecosystem SUKU announced a partnership with DreamView Studios. The platform, enabled by blockchain, and media ecosystem produces photo-real and AR CGI assets for eCommerce clientele. This partnership will enable virtual product representation in the...