Latest Apple VR Headset News

Eye dominance tracking could give Apple's VR and AR headsets an advantage

Apple's efforts to produce augmented reality or virtual reality devices could be improved by knowing which eye is dominant for the user, a piece of information that could help improve how eye detection systems work and make the overall experience better for the wearer.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 3

Google adding augmented reality results to search, expanding Google Lens

During its I/O developer keynote on Tuesday, Google announced that it's adding augmented reality to general search with the ability to drop a result into the surroundings on a mobile device, and is upgrading Google Lens as well.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 1

Apple hires Arthur van Hoff, founder of VR startup Jaunt

Apple has recruited Arthur van Hoff, the founder of virtual reality outfit Jaunt, likely with an expected augmented reality headset in mind.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 6

Apple missing from list of companies supporting OpenXR AR and VR spec

The Khronos Group has ratified and publicly released a provisional specification for OpenXR, an open standard for AR and VR platforms, but while many major firms are supporting the effort, Apple does not appear to be publicly offering its own support.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 29

What makes a good AR or VR headset and why Apple is positioned to dominate the space

If Apple is working on a VR or AR headset, it is certainly aware of the different technologies and concepts already used in the market, including the benefits and pitfalls that can be encountered. AppleInsider provides an overview of the current state of the two technologies, and what Apple needs to consider for creating its own headset design.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 49

Apple's smart glasses can change the game in a niche augmented & virtual reality market

We don't need more technology, we need someone to find a true use for Virtual and Augmented Reality. Apple is just the firm to do it — since it's done the same thing twice before.

William Gallagher 7 years ago 34

Apple has been working on AR and VR for years, and it will pay off in the 2020 smart glasses

Apple's work in the virtual reality and augmented reality field has produced a considerable number of patents and applications, which could lead to the eventual creation of the iPhone maker's first headset. AppleInsider takes a look at some of the company's filings, including those that use the technology away from a head-mounted display.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 8

Apple's AR glasses arriving in 2020, iPhone will do most of the work

Apple's long-rumored augmented reality headset could arrive mid-way through 2020 prominent analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes, with the initial round of manufacturing for the fabled head-mounted display speculated to commence as early as the end of 2019.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 47

Apple's AR glasses could have perfect fit thanks to novel adjusting and cooling systems

Apple is showing signs it is continuing to work on producing augmented reality and virtual reality glasses, including creating its own method for mounting the headset on the user's head and coming up with a way to regulate heat generated by the hardware while it is in use.

Malcolm Owen 7 years ago 15

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