AR + VR News

Exel logistics workers will be piloting augmented reality "vision picking" technology to help them pick orders more efficiently.

Skanska UK, one of world's leading development groups,  director believes AR will be part of their future business.

Virtual reality training company VIrTra is using 300 degree screens to train police forces. Virtual reality headsets are the logical next step?

Brendan Iribe sat down for an interesting interview with Wired.

Unity has launched a new developer focused conference taking place in February. Currently accepting submissions for keynote speakers as well.

Washington NBA, NHL, and WNBA franchises have signed a deal with STRIVR Labs Inc to use VR to aid player development.

Finnish industrial corporation is using AR technology to aid in manufacturing and servicing of marine and energy products. Connects offshore worrkers with shore-based engineeers who can help troubleshoot problems.

Everdisplay has begun showcasing it's 6-inch 4K AMOLED screen prototype.

Interview with Palmer Luckey in which he mentions that future VR will have all render hardware on board and also that cost may for headset may be very low - big cost will always be computer to drive it.

Palmer Luckey's Facebook page is incredible!

Sotheby's is using VR to market luxury homes to the wealthy. Each production currently costs $3000 - $4000 but is helping to differentiate those real estate agents who use it.

VR headset manufacturers should be concerned about liability moving forward. Disclaimers stating product is not meant for children etc may be necessary.

Nvidia has unveiled DesignWorks VR at SIGGRAPH this week. Geared towards the needs of professional designers, who are creating digital models before physical prototypes.

Infiniti is creating a virtual reality driving experience for guests at pebble beach, simulating driving on some of the worlds best roads.

Samsung has launched Gear Indie, designed to foster and highlight indie VR films.

John Carmack and Oculus are being sued by Carmack's former employer, ZeniMax Media, alleging he provided Oculus with proprietary info while at ZeniMax.

Lionsgate, WEVR, and Starbreeze are collaborating to create a VR experience based on action film "John Wick"