VR and AR smart glasses? Businesses still can't see the point
Only 24,000 AR smart glasses units were purchased by businesses last year.
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MIT's AlterEgo headset reads your face to see words you're only saying in your mind
MIT's AlterEgo can't read your thoughts, but it can reliably tell what words you're saying inside your head.
Optus launches '5G Live' experience in the Gold Coast
Optus' live indoor and outdoor trial 5G network in the Gold Coast is providing download speeds of up to 16Gbps, as well as demonstrating a range of 5G use cases including robotics and VR.
Mozilla: We're building a new Firefox browser for VR and AR headsets
The Firefox Reality browser will run on augmented and virtual reality headsets.
AWS Sumerian: A bet that enterprise augmented and virtual reality will be browser-based
Amazon Web Services is aiming to simplify AR and VR development for the enterprise and give business use cases a big boost. Here's a look at some early efforts.
Nvidia redefines autonomous vehicle testing with VR simulation system
The Drive Constellation simulation environment allows for sensor data to be processed as if it were coming in from sensors on a real car cruising the streets.
Microsoft delivers first Windows 10 'Redstone 4' test build for HoloLens
Microsoft is readying a Windows 10 'Redstone 4' update for the HoloLens, which will be its first new feature update for the device since 2016.
Dawn of the New Everything, book review: VR, and decisions that cast long shadows
In an engaging memoir, virtual reality pioneer Jaron Lanier recounts an unusual childhood, charts the history of his company VPL, and offers opinions on the tech-driven world he helped to shape.
Google's ARCore spurs bevy of AR app releases
Lowe's, Overstock, IKEA and eBay are all leveraging Google's augmented reality framework for new app releases.
HTC reveals Vive Pro $799 pre-order price, shipping on April 5
HTC announced a pro version of its virtual reality headset at CES, and starting today, you can place a pre-order while the original Vive received a lower price.
Oculus Go VR headset to launch at Facebook's F8 in May: Report
Facebook's F8 conference will have "the biggest AR/VR news from Facebook to date," according to one executive.
Microsoft HoloLens: How mixed reality is finding fans in the hard hat gang
In business, mixed and augmented reality makes a lot more sense than virtual reality.
Microsoft releases preview of Power BI for Mixed Reality
Microsoft is lighting up new features in its Power BI app for use with the HoloLens, in another example of the company reemphasizing business-use cases for the devices.
Amazon brings AR View feature to Android
AR View is Amazon's in-app feature that lets users visualize items inside their homes before making a purchase
MWC 2018: Intel and NTT DoCoMo partner for 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Following up its successful KT relationship for the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, Intel has announced a partnership with NTT DoCoMo for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games to provide 5G technology.
Photos: Cold War ZX Spectrum clones spawned behind the Iron Curtain
Fitted inside telephone cases, or even toy organs, these Speccy replicas were less expensive but arguably more creative than the original Sinclair ZX Spectrum.
Biotech breakthroughs which may change human health forever
ZDNet explores how biotechnology research and current projects may change the face of healthcare worldwide in the future.
10 amazing robots in space right now (in pictures)
Robots, including floating spheres and spacewalkers, are performing critical tasks for astronauts and researchers as we speak.
Here's how: A dozen technology tips, tricks and tweaks
What do Windows 10, Gmail, Amazon Echo, VPNs, and iPhone battery life all have in common? We've collected and updated our best and most popular how-to articles.
We rank the technologies most likely to change the world by 2028
From today's rock stars of innovation to tomorrow's hidden gems, these 18 technologies have the greatest potential to transform the world over the next decade.
36 of the best movies about AI, ranked
Here's a whole list of AI movies to stream next time you're in the mood for something self-aware
Best gifts: Amazon Alexa-enabled holidays
Amazon Alexa isn't only found on Echo devices. Third-party hardware makers have released their own take on hardware that supports the voice-controlled assistant.
Best gifts: Smart speakers for the holidays
From Amazon to Google, a virtual assistant is ready for your home or office this holiday season. Apple will join the mix in early 2018.
Keep your drone away from these US landmarks
The FAA has banned drones from key landmarks -- and enthusiasts must take note or face the consequences.
Pre-Discovery: 14 unofficial Star Trek series and films (Gallery)
Fan films: the final frontier. These are the fan-made voyages of the Starship Enterprise (and some other ships). In honor of the upcoming Star Trek: Discovery series, we present you with a selection of unofficial Star Trek series and films.
Explore the HI-SEAS Mars simulation dome (in pictures)
Find out just how scientists have managed to survive in a dome for eight months with little contact with the outside world.
HP debuts virtual reality workstation that you wear on your back
The VR machine is meant for workers in industries such as healthcare.
Explore the International Space Station with Google (in pictures)
Thanks to Google Street View, we now have a snapshot of life aboard the ISS.
Photos: Inside vast abandoned mine set to be world's biggest data center
Norway's newest white-space data center has opened in a former mine. Lefdal Mine Datacenter could become the world's largest once of three of its five levels are filled.
Inside the Museum of Failure: Microsoft's Kin to Apple's Pippin, the world's greatest flops
Coke 2, Bic's 'she-pen', and Nokia's 'taco phone' N-gage probably shouldn't have been released, but they shouldn't be forgotten either.
Earth watchers rejoice: EarthNow's major backers push dream of total planet stream
The startup hopes to deploy a vast network of satellites to livestream Earth.
Best practices for businesses that want to employ VR
Peter Rubin, science editor at WIRED and author of "Future Presence," discusses how VR is being used in business and enterprises today.
Why Amazon is the world's most innovative tech company - for now
From Alexa Skills Blueprints to AWS to Prime, Larry Dignan and Bill Detwiler make the case for Amazon as the most innovative tech company on the planet.
Custom Alexa skills: How the average person can make one in minutes
Amazon opened up its Alexa platform so that anyone can create a custom Alexa skill. Skills are little Alexa apps that provide Amazon's assistant with additional features. Now, you can make your own skill, and you don't need to be an app developer to do so.
Tattoos could help pave the way for improved diagnostic medicine
The tattoo "cells" erupt on the skin when potentially dangerous levels of particular minerals are detected.
IBM challenges traditional architecture with new in-memory computing approach
IBM's nanoscale analog computers could solve the big-data energy crunch facing traditional architectures.
Adobe acquires voice tech startup Sayspring
Adobe has acquired the voice technologies company as it pushes to develop natural command solutions beyond the traditional mouse and keyboard.
Google Home comes to Singapore
Google is launching a Singapore version of its online store and bringing its range of smart speakers to the city-state.
'Accidental' enzyme offers hope in war on plastic
Researchers have created an enzyme which may help solve our worldwide plastic pollution problem.
UK universities hosting massive ARM-based supercomputing installation
A new installation across three UK-based clusters will run a total of 12,000 ARM cores.
Reliance acquires 72 percent stake of ed-tech platform Embibe
Reliance has agreed to invest up to $180 million over three years into Embibe, which uses data analytics to deliver personalised learning to students.
HyperloopTT will build a test track in France this year
One of the companies racing to make hyperloop a reality, HyperloopTT, will build a test track in France this year.
Will all homes be 3D-printed in the future?
Home construction is costly and time-intensive, making it the perfect target for automation.
Shenzhen encourages electric vehicle take-up with free parking
The transport commission for China's tech hub Shenzhen will offer one hour of free parking for new energy vehicles.
AWS demonstrates Amazon Rekognition Video in real time
Head of Emerging Technologies at Amazon Web Services in Asia Pacific Olivier Klein demonstrates deep learning-powered Amazon Rekognition Video at the AWS Sydney Summit.
Hands on with the Destek V4 VR Headset: Great quality for an affordable price
The Destek V4 VR headset brings you a superb VR experience with good quality hardware at a really low price.
Snap Spectacles Review: A fun way to capture memories, with potential for much more
A couple weeks of using Snap's Spectacles has me excited for their potential.
Google Daydream View review: Fun for the entire family
A look at Google's first Daydream VR headset and phone, which combine to create an immersive, intuitive experience.
Does the Myo gesture control band shape up in real life, or is the wearable just a gimmick?
Thalmic Labs claims the Myo armband can let you take control of your devices hands-free, but whether it will one day replace our mouse or touchpad remains to be seen.
Dragon NaturallySpeaking Preferred 9
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 9 is the best tool available for dictating text and commanding a Web browser by voice, despite the gradual adjustments needed to conform to your personal manner of speaking.
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