Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 28
Strap on a headset and enter a computer-generated world where interactions and movement bring
person and machine closer together. As a simulation, experiences can vary from closely matching the
real world, through to fantastical environments limited only by the imagination of their developers. VR is
typically broken down into three categories- non-immersive, semi-immersive, and fully-immersive. A
non-immersive example would appear on a normal screen, semi-immersive might add a headset, while
fully-immersive combines headset and motion-sensitive controls. VR applications are extensive and
include video gaming, training simulations including in military, healthcare and business, and travel and
leisure.
AR/VR continues relentless growth with headset shipments rapidly growing
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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A total of 2.3m units were shipped in the first quarter of 2017 and a long list of new products are scheduled to ship in the second half of 2017.
Tech in China, start-ups, sports & fashion: CES Asia's 2017 line up
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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As a part of CES Asia 2017, Startup Park will showcase at least 75 start-ups around the world from ten countries.
Farewell APC: Microsoft pulls together partner, customer and tech events into new Summit
Mon, 5th Jun 2017
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Microsoft Australia is launching a new ‘flagship’ event locally, wrapping together events for partners, end-customers and a tech summit.
Gaze into tech's crystal ball: Futurist Shara Evans talks security
Mon, 5th Jun 2017
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We spoke to world-leading futurist Shara Evans about upcoming technologies, evolution and the implications for cyber security.
Research finds people believe VR/AR to be as popular as smartphones
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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New research has discovered more than half of Australians believe virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR respectively) will live up to the hype.
Mixed reality, IoT, and always-connected PCs highlighted in Windows 10 Creator’s Update
Thu, 1st Jun 2017
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It’s hoped the new categories will inspire customers, increase momentum in the PC market, and spark emerging opportunities.
To boldly go with Star Trek: Bridge Crew
Thu, 1st Jun 2017
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Ubisoft's VR frontier, 'Star Trek: Bridge Crew', sets a new bar for fans with cross-play feature and immersive interstellar gameplay.
Australian businesses yet to capitalise on mobility as maturity rankings slide
Mon, 29th May 2017
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Aussie businesses have slipped down the mobility maturity stakes, with few local businesses using mobility as a competitive differentiator or enabler.
Property open days in AR/VR? Chinese real estate company is making it happen
Mon, 29th May 2017
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Chinese company Yungching Realty Group is partnering with iStaging to use mixed reality technology in real estate for the first time.
This VR company is 'Raising A Rukus' through innovative gaming experiences
Fri, 26th May 2017
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One company is 'Raising A Rukus' amongst virtual reality production by taking a unique approach to storytelling, all through Samsung Gear VR.
Make it rain in VR with Symphony of the Machine
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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Stirfire Studios beckons VR players to serene puzzle-solving in a musical, weather-wielding adventure with Symphony of the Machine.
Te Papa’s innovation hub challenges entrepreneurs to develop innovative sports experiences
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Mahuki is focusing the development of innovative tools to help cultural institutions tell their stories of sporting identity.
Non-VR players get un-Tethered!
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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tethered
Previously only available for both PlayStation VR and Rift/Vive PC players, the game is now available for non-VR players.
Nvidia announces new powerhouse graphics card feat. new tech
Mon, 15th May 2017
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This heavyweight GPU will be more targeted at data centre usage and high-performance computing, as opposed to consumer level computing.
Microsoft announces controllers for mixed reality headsets
Fri, 12th May 2017
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Developers have two headsets to choose from: a $300 Acer one and a $329 HP one, both of which are available now for pre-order.
Snapchat Spectacles put up tidy but modest sales numbers
Thu, 11th May 2017
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The numbers weren’t exactly super-specific, but it’s enough to make some estimates of how many units they’ve sold.
Opinion: We take some brilliant tech for granted way too often
Thu, 4th May 2017
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From virtual reality marvels to instant mobile banking, our daily tech wonders deserve more appreciation as we cruise into an automated future.
Pokémon Go player makes Jesus joke in Russian Church, gets arrested
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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Russian blogger arrested for playing Pokémon Go in church faces possible 3.5 year prison sentence. Amnesty calls it attack on freedom of speech.
Alienware 15 allows virtual reality on the go
Mon, 1st May 2017
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Alienware's new 15 R3 laptop is a heavy yet portable powerhouse, enabling VR gaming on the go with an Intel i7 and NVIDIA GTX 1060.
Magnify VR expo brings a taste of the future to Auckland
Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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A full day of virtual and augmented reality demonstrations and experiences are on offer, including a specially made short movie that incorporate VR.