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Saturday, June 4, 2016
Windows Holographic the new AR/VR OS from Microsoft
Now anyone can create their very own augmented reality (AR) headset with the Windows Holographic platform. Like engadget said in an article Microsoft has basically opened up the platform to all of its partners just like they did with windows for PC. I think this is a very smart move by Microsoft seeing that the VR industry is blowing up right now. What do you think?
The HoloLens is an amazing peace of hardware but it is also very expensive at the moment. Opening up Windows Holographic will open up many opportunities for new innovations and ideas. There are already some rumors that there is a third party company working on a HoloLens clone that might launch before the actual Microsoft HoloLens it self. Thats great new because I want to get my hand on an AR headset soon. You are getting one too I know don’t worry I won’t tell anyone how excited you are.
Im sure we will see some of Microsofts partners like Intel, AMD, Qualcomm, Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP and Lenovo come up with some exciting devices. Microsoft has always been the leader in the software licensing market so its really no surprise here. Windows Holographic will also power virtual reality headset like the HTC Vive seen in the demo video above.
The possibilities are endless with Microsoft Holographic with both VR and AR working together who knows what we will come up with. In the end this is very good for developers and consumers now there are more big names in the market. This means that VR and AR is hear to stay even though there are some that think it will be a phase.
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Windows Holographic the new AR/VR OS from Microsoft
Friday, June 3, 2016
Oculus Rift Support for the XBOX One coming soon
There are some rumors going around that Microsoft is planning to release 2 new XBOX hardware consoles in the next year.
Not only that but next year Microsoft might launch a new Xbox model called (Scorpio). This new XBOX contains an upgraded GPU to support VR like the Oculus Rift. Microsoft will also be partnering with Facebook’s Oculus Rift to make this happen. No one knows what this new XBOX console will be all about but you can guarantee VR will be involved with this next release.
This year the E3 will kicks off this month on the 12th and there are rumors that it will be a big even this year. A lot of new technology and new gaming concepts are coming to life because of virtual reality.
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Oculus Rift Support for the XBOX One coming soon
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Virtual Reality Coming to Android N - Android VR
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Virtual Reality Coming to Android N - Android VR
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
NextVR + Live Nation = Live Virtual Reality Concerts and Events
The Live broadcast VR firm NextVR announced a major collaboration with Live Nation. NextVR specializes in professional virtual reality live streaming in the sports world, bringing live sporting events like golf, boxing into virtual reality. Now the company is partnering with Live Nation to “broadcast hundreds of live, cutting-edge performances in virtual reality to music fans worldwide.”
I am sure event like this will need big computer power and professional set up and most venues are not heard up for virtual reality which is why NextVr is a great option for major concerts and events.
“Live stereoscopic VR requires a lot of compute horsepower,” Ryan Sheridan, NextVR’s senior vice president for Imaging and Production Technologies said. “With the truck, we will not be encumbered by the venue or audio limitations in the venue from which we are broadcasting. We simply roll up, deploy our equipment, plug into the infrastructure and produce the content.”
NextVR has done a few events already like Coldplay’s concert, NBA Games, Golf Tournament and even the Democratic debate. You can experience NextVr using the app the Samsung Gear VR headset
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NextVR + Live Nation = Live Virtual Reality Concerts and Events
NextVR + Live Nation = Live Virtual Reality Concerts and Events
The Live broadcast VR firm NextVR announced a major collaboration with Live Nation. NextVR specializes in professional virtual reality live streaming in the sports world, bringing live sporting events like golf, boxing into virtual reality. Now the company is partnering with Live Nation to “broadcast hundreds of live, cutting-edge performances in virtual reality to music fans worldwide.”
I am sure event like this will need big computer power and professional set up and most venues are not heard up for virtual reality which is why NextVr is a great option for major concerts and events.
“Live stereoscopic VR requires a lot of compute horsepower,” Ryan Sheridan, NextVR’s senior vice president for Imaging and Production Technologies said. “With the truck, we will not be encumbered by the venue or audio limitations in the venue from which we are broadcasting. We simply roll up, deploy our equipment, plug into the infrastructure and produce the content.”
NextVR has done a few events already like Coldplay’s concert, NBA Games, Golf Tournament and even the Democratic debate. You can experience NextVr using the app the Samsung Gear VR headset
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NextVR + Live Nation = Live Virtual Reality Concerts and Events
25 Hours In Virtual Reality for World Record Video
This guy Derek Westerman is now in the Guinness of World records for being inside virtual reality for 25 hours using the Tilt Brush app by Google for the HTC Vive. The Guinness Book of World record have been around for a while and they are always looking for crazy things to record. Thats exactly what Derek did something that a lot of virtual reality consumers are questioning.
How long can one be in a virtual reality world? I think that this question is in many minds and I know that there are going to be a lot of people wanting to be in VR for a while. I don’t think we will be there for 25 hours long but he was proving a point that virtual reality can be used for a long period of time.
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25 Hours In Virtual Reality for World Record Video
New Google Tilt Brush Video for the HTC Vive
Google Tilt Brush was one of the first titles that came with he HTC Vive pre-order when it was launched a few months ago. Now with the virtual reality space picking up momentum we are seeing so many VR innovations coming out. There is no secret that Google is interested in virtual reality with their Google Cardboard VR headset for Android smart phones. Now Google is making apps for major VR Head mounted displays like the HTC Vive with Google Tilt Brush.
Tilt Brush allows you to draw in a 3D space with the HTC Vive controllers as your paint brushes. One controller is used as a picker where you can select different types of brush strokes and other cool things like fire. You can start seeing a lot of people creating a ton of cool art with Google Tilt Brush.
I tried Google Tilt Brush my self and I have to saying its amazing. Keep following VRTechTalk for more on HTC Vive software and the latest virtual reality news.
New Google Tilt Brush Video for the HTC Vive
Monday, May 2, 2016
Experience The Climb with The Oculus Rift Video Launch Trailer
The Climb is the world’s first virtual reality (VR) rock climbing game and its playable with the Xbox controller with a free update for full Touch support later this year. The Climb, is available now at Oculus home from the creators Crytek and Oculus Studios. You can check out the video experience of The Climb virtual reality game below.
The Climb’s incredible graphic fidelity renders realistic environments. Train, Compete, Overcome with a variety of modes to master, The Climb takes you from the safe starter courses of basic training to challenging ascents. You can compare your results with friends on the leaderboards and work your way up to compete among the best.
The Free Solo Mode takes away all safety ropes and presents you with the most difficult routes. The Climb offers something for everyone (even if you’re afraid of heights), and is made possible only through the magic of VR.
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Experience The Climb with The Oculus Rift Video Launch Trailer
Samsung Gear VR Bedtime Stories in Virtual Reality
Samsung is trying to bring families together with a virtual reality storytelling app called Bedtime VR stories. Samsung developed Bedtime VR Stories, so parents and children can enjoy a story together, even when they’re apart. Bedtime VR Stories is currently being developed for full release.
The parent and the child each wear a VR headsets and the app creates a VR story environment where parent and child can see and interact with each other, for an immersive shared experience. The children will have a choice of their favorite VR headset you can chose from and Owl a Dino or a Robot.
Bedtime VR Stories is currently being developed by samsung for full release soon but you can check out a walkthrough video of Samsung Bedtime Stories below.
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Samsung Gear VR Bedtime Stories in Virtual Reality
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Minecraft Virtual Reality Finally Here, Gear VR Edition
Microsoft has launched Minecraft: Gear VR Edition on the Oculus Store. This is the Gear VR version of the popular block-building game that launched in 2009 on the PC. GamesBeat went hands-on with Minecraft: Gear VR Edition you can also check the video below. Microsoft and Mojang developed Gear VR Edition with input from chief technology officer at Oculus John Carmack.
Minecraft VR is finally here and its going to awesome for those who are already fans and have a Gear VR headset. This is definitely going to be another big hit which are signs that virtual reality gaming is here to stay with big titles like Minecraft coming out.
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Minecraft Virtual Reality Finally Here, Gear VR Edition
23 Hours A Day In A 6x9 Virtual Reality Jail
Want to know what its like to spend 23 hours a day in a cell? 6×9 is the Guardian’s first virtual reality jail experience that puts you inside a US solitary prison cell and tells the story of the psychological damage that can come from being isolated for so.
If you want to experience this solitary confinement then you can with the Cardboard VR and the Gear VR
Watch the virtual reality jail 360° video
Plug in your headphones, scroll around the cell to hear the stories of those incarcerated inmates in the past.
23 Hours A Day In A 6x9 Virtual Reality Jail
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Vive X Virtual Reality Global Accelerator Program $100M
HTC is coming up with more ways to get people interested in virtual reality which is why they came up with the Vive X in China today. HTC announced that it will be devoting $100 million to the new virtual reality accelerator program for developers.
The applications are live on HTC’s site and the accelerator will be at locations in Beijing, San Francisco and Taipei. If you get in now you might have a chance to get into the VR space and work with heavy hitters. If you are a developer for virtual reality then this is your chance to get into VR.
HTC launched the HTC Vive last month and I’m sure they are trying to get developers to jump on their headset. Virtual reality is changing the world as we see it today and this is only the start to an amazing technology journey.
“Virtual reality is changing the world, yet to do that effectively it needs a healthy eco-system to expand into the mass market,” said HTC CEO Cher Wang.
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Vive X Virtual Reality Global Accelerator Program $100M
Monday, April 25, 2016
Obama Using Virtual Reality Headset with Googly Eyes
President Obama virtual reality? Obama was out in Germany with Chancellor Angela Merkel trying out the latest virtual reality tech. I think its funny how Obama looks like he is trying to hold or grab something in mid air. I wonder what type of VR app or VR experience he was seeing. I am sure that is some sort of Google Cardboard but I can’t help but notice that there is a camera connected on the top. Looks like its also connected to the charging port of the phone as well. I am sure we will find out soon what he was doing and what device he was using to see in virtual reality.
Look at the Chancellor trying out virtual reality she must be reaching out for help or maybe Obama who knows. This is a great way to spread the work about VR and its pretty funny seeing older folks use virtual reality.
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Obama Using Virtual Reality Headset with Googly Eyes
Saturday, April 23, 2016
VRStudios the creator of VRCade raise $3M for a virtual reality enterprise platform
The Bellevue-based startup this week reeled in an additional $3 million VRstudios is raised more cash to build out its virtual reality enterprise platform.
VRstudios has developed various wireless full-motion virtual reality solution configurations that range from $40,000 to $750,000 and can be owned or leased. The startup launched five years ago as a virtual reality gaming company called VRcade.
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VRStudios the creator of VRCade raise $3M for a virtual reality enterprise platform
Friday, April 22, 2016
Which one is better the Oculus Rift or the HTC Vive?
Oculus Rift vs HTC Vive Which one? You decide!
If you are still undecided wether you should go with he HTC Vive or the Oculus Rift then check out the comparisons below. The Verge posted this comparison video of the Oculus Rift vs HTC Vive and it goes over both head mounted displays (HMD).
Check out both the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive with Q and A below then you can decide which one will work for you.
What is HTC Vive?
The HTC Vive is a HMD that lets you have experiences in virtual reality.
When can I buy HTC Vive?
You can buy the HTC Vive at htcvive.com.
Where can I try HTC Vive?
If you are around a Game Stop that has a HTC vive demo then you can try it if not you would have to wait or buy it.
How does HTC Vive work?
HTC Vive works with precise motion tracking and natural controller gestures it also has a front-facing camera. You can open apps or games without taking off the HMD. The HTC Vive is fully immersive VR.
How much will the HTC Vive cost?
The HTC Vive will cost $799US and prices will vary in other countries.
How to get a HTC Vive?
You can get the HTC Vive by pre-ordering it online at HTCVive.com
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Thursday, April 21, 2016
Virtual Reality In The Hospital for Surgery and Therapy
There are many uses for virtual reality like games, media and entertainment but now you can start seeing virtual reality stepping into the medical world. In the video above you can see kids using the HTC Vive and experencing less pain after using the HMD. One child was playing with Tilt Brush by Google on the HTC Vive. You can expect to see many more uses like this and maybe even used for virtual reality therapy.
You can even experience a surgery in virtual reality with he help of the latest 360 video technology. The video above shows doctors woking on a survey where its being recorded by a Virtual reality camera rig. You can then join by with using any of the VR headsets that are alarm out like the Gear VR or the Google Cardboard.
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Google Spotlight Story - HELP - A Live Action 360 Video Story
Google Spotlight Story has posted the first live action 360 video on their youtube channel a few days ago. The story lets you follow this alien that fell for the sky as it goes through the city breaking things. Finally you get to see the humans interact with it and the master calms down check out the video its awesome!
Here is a quick summary of the actual Google Spotlight Story HELP.
Google’s first live action story takes place in the middle of downtown Los Angeles, where a meteor shower has left a deep scar on the streets of Chinatown. Panic, fear and an alien sends a young woman scrambling to escape. Directed by Justin Lin.
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Google Spotlight Story - HELP - A Live Action 360 Video Story