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Apple's mixed reality headset could cost $3,000 and include 8K displays
In this way, it sounds like the headset can function as a true virtual reality device as well as an augmented reality option that combines real world views with virtual details.
Nanit launches a Pro version of its smart baby monitor
It has a slimmer design, and a 1080p camera.
Lego's Vidiyo is a do-it-yourself music video maker for kids
Vidiyo uses AR and Lego minifigures to help teach kids how to shoot a music video.
Apple shuffles hardware execs to make room for a mysterious new project
Apple hardware engineering SVP Dan Riccio will move over to a new project, while still reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook.
The Sundance Film Festival makes a giant leap into VR
Anyone can access Sundance's VR platform by picking up a $25 Explorer Pass (or one of the festival's more premium passes), and logging onto a website. It's one area I hope Sundance expands on in the future. Overall, Sundance has 14 New Frontier exhibitions this year.
Podcast: Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21 Ultra review
We dive into Samsung's latest: the Galaxy S21 and S21 Ultra.
Apple's VR headset may include a fan and support prescription lenses
Apple is pushing ahead with two devices focused on VR and AR respectively, according to a Bloomberg report. The company has long been rumored to be working on an augmented reality headset similar to the much-hyped Magic Leap One. According to Bloomberg, the company is planning a “mostly virtual reality device” that could launch as early as 2022.
The Jeep Wrangler 4xe will be on display in AR during CES
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will create a virtual world where CES attendees and later consumers will get a chance to see what the automaker has been working on these past few months.
The New York Times brings its crossword to AR
You’ll find the NYT’s new Shattered Crosswords game through the Effects tab of its Instagram account.
Google will let you try on AR makeup in Search
ModiFace worked with a lot of brands like Benefit to create similar AR tools in the past, and YouTube launched an AR Beauty Try-On feature last year to let users try on makeup while watching tutorials.
Google puts 50 new augmented reality animals on Search
The tech giant has announced on Twitter that it has added 50 new 3D animals to Search on mobile.
Google is shutting down Poly, its 3D model sharing service
Google just announced that it’s shutting down Poly, its 3D object library and platform that arrived in 2017 aimed primarily and VR and AR creators.
Watch a short film shot in augmented reality with Snap's Spectacles 3
Artist and community organizer Lauren Halsey captured her team's day-to-day work.
Google’s next AR app puts the Mandalorian in your living room
Google and Lucasfilm have launched The Mandalorian AR experience for the latest 5G Android phones, bringing characters from the show directly to your own space in augmented reality.
Recommended Reading: Apple's AR secret weapon is already in your pocket
Recommended Reading highlights the week's noteworthy writing on technology and more.
New AR modes put 'Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp' characters in your world
Nintendo’s free-to-play mobile game Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is getting new AR features to let you interact with your favorite characters in the real world. The company announced AR Camera and AR Cabin modes that will let you place your animal neighbors in your surroundings via your phone and either hang out or take pictures with them. You can invite up to 8 different characters to hang out with in this space, in case you were feeling lonely and wanted a faux party during the pandemic.
Oppo's X 2021 rollable concept phone expands in your hand
The Oppo X 2021 is all about its “continuously variable OLED display.” With just a swipe, the phone's screen size is able to transform between 6.7 inches and 7.4 inches.
How virtual band K/DA launched an EP in a pandemic
Riot Games explains how the tracks, AR performance and social media campaigns were put together.
Samsung, Stanford make a 10,000PPI display that could lead to 'flawless' VR
Samsung and Stanford have developed a 10,000PPI OLED screen that could lead to completely seamless VR displays.
One-time Foursquare competitor Gowalla is coming back as an AR app
Provided the pandemic cooperates, the hope is to relaunch the app in the first half of 2021 in select cities.