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Apple needs to prove why its mixed reality headset matters
Will Apple's rumored mixed reality headset set the company up for failure, or for a future where smart glasses are everywhere?
Engadget Podcast: Apple WWDC 2023 preview
We explore why Apple may want to dive into mixed reality.
Apple’s mixed-reality headset may come with a magnetic cable for its external power supply
Apple's forthcoming mixed-reality headset will feature an external power supply that connects to the device through a magnetic cable.
Latest Apple headset rumors say it’ll include VR workouts and sports
Apple is reportedly readying a wide array of apps and services for its upcoming mixed reality headset, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The company appears to be moving forward with plans to announce its first VR / AR headset at its Worldwide Developers’ Conference in June.
Apple's mixed reality headset will reportedly debut at WWDC in June
Apple may be set to launch its long-rumored mixed reality headset at WWDC in June.
‘Hot Wheels: Rift Rally’ is another mixed reality racer from the makers of ‘Mario Kart Live’
The makers of “Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit” have created a game for Hot Wheels using similar controls and gameplay.
Samsung is making 'extended reality' wearable devices
Samsung is working on 'extended reality' wearable devices that will use a new version of Android.
Apple will reportedly let anyone make apps for its mixed reality headset using Siri
Apple is said to be working on a tool that would let anyone make AR apps using its future mixed reality headset.
Apple is reportedly working on a cheaper mixed-reality headset
Apple is already working on a more affordable version of its yet-to-be-announced mixed reality headset, according to Bloomberg and The Information.
HTC builds a standalone VR / AR headset to rival the Meta Quest Pro
HTC has a new standalone VR headset, but it's more a competitor to the expensive Meta Quest Pro than to the budget-friendly Quest 2.
Meta reconfirms its commitment to the metaverse
Meta will put 20 percent of its total spending toward Reality Labs in 2023, with half of that going directly toward augmented reality (AR) initiatives.
Meta Quest Pro’s first update adds mixed reality screen recordings
Meta's $1,500 mixed reality headset is still a hard sell, but today it gains new features that inch it closer to fulfilling its potential.
Apple's upcoming mixed reality headset will reportedly run 'xrOS'
Apple has internally changed the name of its upcoming mixed reality headset's accompanying software from "realityOS" to "xrOS," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Apple's mixed reality headset reportedly uses iris scanning for payments and sign-ins
Apple's mixed reality headset is rumored to use iris scanning for payments, and might beat Meta's Quest Pro in key areas.
Microsoft's HoloLens headsets are giving US Army testers nausea
Microsoft's HoloLens headsets for the US Army are creating some problems, including headaches and a limited field of view.
Apple may have registered more 'Reality' trademarks for its upcoming AR headset
Apple may again be looking to nail down "Reality" trademarks ahead of the launch of its much-anticipated AR/VR headset.
Apple’s mixed reality headset may feature an M2 processor
The latest version of Apple’s long-rumored mixed reality headset features the company’s recently announced M2 system-on-a-chip and 16GB of RAM, according to Mark Gurman.
HoloLens chief Alex Kipman is leaving Microsoft following allegations of misconduct
The company is splitting the HoloLens team after his departure.
Apple is reportedly enlisting Hollywood talent to create content for its upcoming AR headset
Apple has reportedly enlisted Hollywood directors like Jon Favreau to create video content for its long-rumored mixed reality headset.
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