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WhatsApp for iOS Rolls Out New AR Effects and Backgrounds, Adds Option to Scan Documents
WhatsApp for iOS has received several new features with the latest update. It adds the option to apply augmented reality (AR) effects and backgrounds when using the camera through the app. The instant messaging platform also makes it easier to share documents with others, courtesy of the new document scanning feature which is integrated into the fi...
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Apple's AR Smart Glasses Could Be ‘3 to 5 Years’ Away Due to Ongoing Challenges: Report
Apple is reportedly developing augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, a product that its rivals like Google, Meta Platforms, and Samsung have already shown progress towards in recent years. But despite its efforts to foray into AR smart glasses with steps taken including the Vision Pro launch and a new initiative called 'Atlas’, Apple’s device c...
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Xreal One, Xreal One Pro AR Glasses With X1 Spatial Computing Chip Launched: Price, Specifications
Xreal One series augmented reality (AR) glasses were launched on Wednesday. The latest lineup from the Chinese startup comes with a new X1 independent spatial computing chip that is claimed to provide complete spatial screen control. Two models have been unveiled as part of Xreal's latest AR glass lineup — Xreal One and One Pro.
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The Future Of Wearables: How Can Smart Glasses Redefine Convenience
As wearable technology evolves, smart glasses are emerging as a revolutionary tool. From hands-free navigation to augmented reality features, smart glasses are redefining the way we interact with the world around us.
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Samsung’s XR Glasses Will Share Some Features With Meta's Ray-Ban Glasses, to Launch in Q3 2025: Report
Samsung's long-awaited XR wearable is expected to be ready for its debut sometime next year. Samsung is yet to reveal many details about its first Augmented Reality smart glasses, however, new research coming out of China shows that the Korean brand's upcoming XR device will share some features with Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. The device reported...
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Samsung Spotted Working on AR Headset With Head-Mounted Display in Patent Document
Samsung is developing an augmented reality (AR) headset, and a newly released patent document provides insights into the potential offerings of the company's inaugural AR device. The patent suggests a head-mounted gadget equipped with its own operating system, designed to deliver augmented reality functionalities.
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Walt Disney Forms Business Unit to Coordinate Use of AI, Augmented Reality
Walt Disney is establishing a new Office of Technology Enablement to oversee the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and mixed reality. The new unit will concentrate on rapidly evolving technological fields, including AI and mixed reality, which merge the physical and digital realms.
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Apple Tipped to Use microLED Displays for AR Glasses and Next Generation Apple Watch Ultra
Apple may utilise microLED displays in its purported augmented reality (AR) glasses as well as its next-generation Apple Watch Ultra, according to claims by a tipster on social media. The Cupertino-based tech giant has been long rumoured to be developing microLED screens for use in its devices.
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Apple Releases Depth Pro, an Open Source Monocular Depth Estimation AI Model
Apple has released several open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models this year. These are mostly small language models designed for a specific task. Adding to the list, the Cupertino-based tech giant has now released a new AI model dubbed Depth Pro. It is a vision model that can generate monocular depth maps of any image. This technology is u...
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Meta Orion Augmented Reality Glasses With Holographic Displays Unveiled at Meta Connect 2024
Meta Orion, the company's first augmented reality (AR) glasses, was revealed at Meta Connect 2024. The prototype features holographic displays and support for the company's Meta AI assistant. While it will not be commercially released, plans are underway to launch a consumer version in the coming years, according to the company.
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Instagram Has Announced It Will Remove Beauty Filters - But Damage Is Done
Meta has announced third-party augmented reality (AR) filters will no longer be available on its apps as of January 2025. This means more than two million user-made filters offered across WhatsApp, Facebook and, most notably, Instagram will disappear
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Snapchat Spectacles Fifth Generation With AR Capabilities, 45-Minutes of Battery Life Unveiled
Snapchat unveiled its fifth generation Spectacles with augmented reality (AR) capabilities at the Snap Partner Summit 2024 on Tuesday. They bring upgrades over the fourth generation Spectacles, including more immersive AR displays with micro projectors, dual Snapdragon processors and longer battery life.
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Snap to Focus on Ads Business, AR Amid Poor Stock Performance
Snap is set to lay its focus on boosting advertising business and work around AR, as confirmed by CEO Evan Spiegel. The announcement comes amid a challenging period for the Snapchat owner, as it contends with major social media players.
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WhatsApp for iOS Reportedly Testing AR Capabilities for Call Effects and Filters in Beta
WhatsApp for iOS is testing a new feature that leverages augmented reality (AR), according to claims by a feature tracker. The said feature is said to bring AR capabilities for video calls on the platform, enabling users to customise factors such as lighting conditions and surroundings.
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Meta to Launch a Cheaper Version of Meta Quest 3, Could Be Called Quest 3S: Mark Gurman
Meta is reportedly working on a new mixed-reality headset. Until recently, rumours suggested that the company is developing a premium variant to compete with Apple's Vision Pro. Those claims have now taken a backseat as Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports in his latest newsletter that Meta is planning to launch an AR/VR (augmented reality/ virtual re...
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WhatsApp for iOS Rolls Out New AR Effects and Backgrounds, Adds Option to Scan Documents
WhatsApp for iOS has received several new features with the latest update. It adds the option to apply augmented reality (AR) effects and backgrounds when using the camera through the app. The instant messaging platform also makes it easier to share documents with others, courtesy of the new document scanning feature which is integrated into the fi...
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Apple's AR Smart Glasses Could Be ‘3 to 5 Years’ Away Due to Ongoing Challenges: Report
Apple is reportedly developing augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, a product that its rivals like Google, Meta Platforms, and Samsung have already shown progress towards in recent years. But despite its efforts to foray into AR smart glasses with steps taken including the Vision Pro launch and a new initiative called 'Atlas’, Apple’s device c...
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Xreal One, Xreal One Pro AR Glasses With X1 Spatial Computing Chip Launched: Price, Specifications
Xreal One series augmented reality (AR) glasses were launched on Wednesday. The latest lineup from the Chinese startup comes with a new X1 independent spatial computing chip that is claimed to provide complete spatial screen control. Two models have been unveiled as part of Xreal's latest AR glass lineup — Xreal One and One Pro.
-
The Future Of Wearables: How Can Smart Glasses Redefine Convenience
As wearable technology evolves, smart glasses are emerging as a revolutionary tool. From hands-free navigation to augmented reality features, smart glasses are redefining the way we interact with the world around us.
-
Samsung’s XR Glasses Will Share Some Features With Meta's Ray-Ban Glasses, to Launch in Q3 2025: Report
Samsung's long-awaited XR wearable is expected to be ready for its debut sometime next year. Samsung is yet to reveal many details about its first Augmented Reality smart glasses, however, new research coming out of China shows that the Korean brand's upcoming XR device will share some features with Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. The device reported...
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Samsung Spotted Working on AR Headset With Head-Mounted Display in Patent Document
Samsung is developing an augmented reality (AR) headset, and a newly released patent document provides insights into the potential offerings of the company's inaugural AR device. The patent suggests a head-mounted gadget equipped with its own operating system, designed to deliver augmented reality functionalities.
-
Walt Disney Forms Business Unit to Coordinate Use of AI, Augmented Reality
Walt Disney is establishing a new Office of Technology Enablement to oversee the integration of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and mixed reality. The new unit will concentrate on rapidly evolving technological fields, including AI and mixed reality, which merge the physical and digital realms.
-
Apple Tipped to Use microLED Displays for AR Glasses and Next Generation Apple Watch Ultra
Apple may utilise microLED displays in its purported augmented reality (AR) glasses as well as its next-generation Apple Watch Ultra, according to claims by a tipster on social media. The Cupertino-based tech giant has been long rumoured to be developing microLED screens for use in its devices.
-
Apple Releases Depth Pro, an Open Source Monocular Depth Estimation AI Model
Apple has released several open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models this year. These are mostly small language models designed for a specific task. Adding to the list, the Cupertino-based tech giant has now released a new AI model dubbed Depth Pro. It is a vision model that can generate monocular depth maps of any image. This technology is u...
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Meta Orion Augmented Reality Glasses With Holographic Displays Unveiled at Meta Connect 2024
Meta Orion, the company's first augmented reality (AR) glasses, was revealed at Meta Connect 2024. The prototype features holographic displays and support for the company's Meta AI assistant. While it will not be commercially released, plans are underway to launch a consumer version in the coming years, according to the company.
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Instagram Has Announced It Will Remove Beauty Filters - But Damage Is Done
Meta has announced third-party augmented reality (AR) filters will no longer be available on its apps as of January 2025. This means more than two million user-made filters offered across WhatsApp, Facebook and, most notably, Instagram will disappear
-
Snapchat Spectacles Fifth Generation With AR Capabilities, 45-Minutes of Battery Life Unveiled
Snapchat unveiled its fifth generation Spectacles with augmented reality (AR) capabilities at the Snap Partner Summit 2024 on Tuesday. They bring upgrades over the fourth generation Spectacles, including more immersive AR displays with micro projectors, dual Snapdragon processors and longer battery life.
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Snap to Focus on Ads Business, AR Amid Poor Stock Performance
Snap is set to lay its focus on boosting advertising business and work around AR, as confirmed by CEO Evan Spiegel. The announcement comes amid a challenging period for the Snapchat owner, as it contends with major social media players.
-
WhatsApp for iOS Reportedly Testing AR Capabilities for Call Effects and Filters in Beta
WhatsApp for iOS is testing a new feature that leverages augmented reality (AR), according to claims by a feature tracker. The said feature is said to bring AR capabilities for video calls on the platform, enabling users to customise factors such as lighting conditions and surroundings.
-
Meta to Launch a Cheaper Version of Meta Quest 3, Could Be Called Quest 3S: Mark Gurman
Meta is reportedly working on a new mixed-reality headset. Until recently, rumours suggested that the company is developing a premium variant to compete with Apple's Vision Pro. Those claims have now taken a backseat as Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports in his latest newsletter that Meta is planning to launch an AR/VR (augmented reality/ virtual re...
