XRT Deploys XR-Based Driver Training System for US Marine Corps
In General XR News. December 17, 2024 – XR Training (XRT), a provider of portable virtual reality (VR) training systems, has recently announced that it has successfully completed the worldwide fielding of 81 Amphibious Combat Vehicle Driver Training System (ACV-DTS) simulators for the U.S. Marine Corps. Following the initial announcement of the production award earlier this year, XRT stated ...
Copresence Launches New Hair Strand Model for 3D Avatars
Dec 18, 2024 · In General XR News. December 18, 2024 – Copresence, a provider of digital avatar generation software, has recently announced the launch of its new hair strand model for its photorealistic 3D avatar platform. The company’s advanced hair strand technology enables avatars scanned using the Copresence app to feature up to 100,000 individual hair strands, enhancing realism for use in tools such ...
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Microsoft Announces Pimax as a VR Partner for MSFS 2024
Nov 12, 2024 · In Virtual Reality News. November 12, 2024 – Microsoft has recently selected Pimax, a virtual reality (VR) hardware manufacturer and provider of ultra-wide field of view (FoV) and high-resolution consumer VR devices, as an official VR partner for its upcoming Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (MSFS 2024). Recently highlighted in an announcement on the MSFS 2024 blog, the Pimax ‘Crystal Light ...
Augmented Enterprise Summit Kicks Off This Week in Dallas
In General XR News. October 14, 2024 – The Augmented Enterprise Summit returns this week, bringing together key industry professionals and emerging technology experts for three days of immersive discussions and product showcases. The summit, now in its 11th edition, has established itself as a prominent event focused on the business applications of XR (AR/VR/MR) technologies, digital twins ...
Avangrid Implements VR Training for Wind & Solar Workforce
Dec 12, 2024 · In Virtual Reality News. December 12, 2024 – Avangrid, a provider of sustainable energy solutions, is integrating immersive virtual reality (VR) technology into its training programs for wind and solar technicians.The technology is being implemented at the company’s National Training Center (NTC) in Sherman County, Oregon, to complement traditional hands-on training methods and prepare ...
Android XR Platform Revealed Alongside Project Moohan XR …
Dec 13, 2024 · In Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality News. December 13, 2024 – Google, Qualcomm, and Samsung have this week collaboratively announced the launch of Android XR, a new operating system designed for “the new era of XR” (extended reality), with AI at its core. According to the companies, the Android XR platform, along with its accompanying SDK, empowers XR creators to ...
Infinite Reality Secures $3 Billion in Funding - auganix.org
January 9, 2025 – Infinite Reality (iR), a company working in artificial intelligence (AI), spatial computing, extended reality (XR), and other immersive technologies, has this week announced the closing of a USD $3 billion round of funding from a private investor whose portfolio focuses on global technology and real estate investments, according to iR.
AllFocal Optics Announces $5.3M Funding Round - auganix.org
In General XR News. November 7, 2024 – AllFocal Optics, a deeptech startup that creates nanophotonic lens technology for always-in-focus images, has announced fresh USD $5.3 million funding, comprised of a USD $3.6 million (GBP £2.8 million) equity raise, led by SpeedInvest, and Innovate UK grants. AllFocal Optics stated that the new investment will help to …
Ocutrx Unveils New DigiLoupes XR Headset - auganix.org
Nov 4, 2024 · In Augmented Reality News . Novmber 4, 2024 – Ocutrx Technologies, Inc., a provider of augmented reality (AR) and 3D technology for medical, enterprise, and gaming applications, recently announced the launch of its all-new ‘DigiLoupes’ headset for surgeons at AWE EU 2024 in Vienna. Designed to replace traditional analog medical loupes (tools that are used by medical professionals to ...