AR + VR

Not just for gaming anymore, virtual reality and its more outward-looking cousin augmented reality are having a big impact on the tech industry and business.

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The best VR headsets for gaming, the metaverse, and beyond
February 28, 2023 by Sherin Shibu
The top Best Buy tech gifts: Headphones, smartwatches, drones, and deals
February 24, 2023 by Taylor Clemons
We now work in an open source world; here's the data
February 6, 2023 by Joe McKendrick
Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm announce XR partnership ahead of Apple's ...
February 1, 2023 by Michael Gariffo
Apple's AR/VR headset will reportedly feature unique eye, hand tracking
January 23, 2023 by Stephanie Condon

Microsoft is shutting down its VR social network AltspaceVR

Microsoft has scaled back its virtual reality efforts, shutting down a social VR company it bought five years ago.

L'Oréal wins two awards for inclusive beauty tech at CES 2023

At CES, L'Oreal unveiled two prototypes that place accessibility at the forefront of beauty technology.

January 5, 2023 by Christina Darby in Innovation

Here's everything Razer just announced at CES 2023

The gaming peripheral company revealed a flurry of new Blade laptops, its new Edge handheld, and a few surprises -- including a new VR accessory and Project Carol.

January 5, 2023 by Michael Gariffo in Gaming Accessories

HTC's VIVE XR Elite aims to be the new all-in-one, premium headset for everyone

HTC is finally ready to take its shot at recapturing leadership of the VR/AR space with a new headset designed to handle any AR,VR, MR, or XR task you throw at it. And, it's priced significantly lower than the Meta Quest Pro.

January 5, 2023 by Michael Gariffo in AR + VR

This new optical tech could make AR glasses look much cooler

Natural-looking glasses combining augmented reality functionality and prescription lenses could be on the way.

January 5, 2023 by Charles McLellan in AR + VR

TCL makes a surprising full-court press into the AR/VR space at CES 2023

While everyone's watching Meta, HTC, Lenovo, and even Apple, a company better known for cheap TVs and smartphones quietly unveiled an intriguing slate of AR and VR plans at this year's show.

January 5, 2023 by Michael Gariffo in AR + VR

CES 2023 preview: 4 big questions that will shape the week

This year's technology Super Bowl will be an event more like 2019, but can it convince us that 100,000 of us still need to gather in person?

January 1, 2023 by Jason Hiner in Innovation

Accidental teleports and virtual high-fives: What I've learned about VR meetings

Tech giant Meta believes the metaverse can help professionals collaborate more effectively. I tested its latest technologies and discovered some unexpected benefits - and challenges.

December 21, 2022 by Mark Samuels in AR + VR

Immersive AR for consumers is 'five or so' years away, says Magic Leap CEO

Magic Leap is seeing commercial success with its enterprise augmented reality headset, but it will take years to get electronics shrunk down into a glasses-like form factor that consumers will want to use.

December 21, 2022 by Tiernan Ray in AR + VR

Apple's mysterious AR-VR headset has been delayed by software 'issues' says analyst

Shipments of Apple mixed reality headsets could be delayed to the second half of 2023. Will consumers be keener to buy by then?

December 5, 2022 by Liam Tung in Innovation

This $349 Meta Quest 2 bundle is the best Cyber Monday VR deal still available

The Cyber Monday bundle costs less than the headset's standalone price and comes with the Meta Quest 2's most popular games, including Beat Saber.

November 29, 2022 by June Wan in AR + VR

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This mind-blowing iPhone headset gave me a glimpse of Apple's AR future

The $129 HoloKit X uses the iPhone's existing technology to bring you into the wizarding world of AR.

November 17, 2022 by June Wan in AR + VR

The metaverse's biggest unknown: Where we go from here

Just because some elements of the metaverse are familiar, that doesn't mean we know what will happen from here.

November 10, 2022 by Scott Stein in Metaverse

This remarkable iPhone-powered headset gave me a glimpse into Apple's AR future

The $129 HoloKit X leverages the iPhone's existing technology to bring you into the wizarding world of AR.

November 9, 2022 by June Wan in AR + VR

Amazon, Snap partner to let customers shop for eyewear in AR

Amazon Fashion is partnering with Snapchat to reach the increasing number of customers who are shopping on their smartphones.

November 2, 2022 by Stephanie Condon in AR + VR

Meta confirms the next consumer Quest VR headset is coming in 2023

Meanwhile, Meta says operating losses related to AR and VR will "grow significantly" in 2023.

October 26, 2022 by Stephanie Condon in AR + VR