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• [New] Apple's new Vision Pro headset, which offers a glimpse into what virtual reality and augmented reality could look like in the next few years, is a recent piece of tech equipment that could make big waves. Meetings Today
• [New] Augmented Reality: Apple has steadily integrated AR features into their iPhones and iPads, suggesting a strong belief in its potential. GizChina Media
• [New] Meta's newest venture appears to go beyond smart glasses and will likely be more similar to Xreal's AR glasses that include spatial computing capabilities - what Apple's Vision Pro headset is built around. ZDNet
• NASA utilizes virtual reality technology to simulate environments and tasks that astronauts will encounter in space, providing hands-on training experiences. Zaman Osterreich
• Apple's Vision Pro headset might just be the breakthrough product that the augmented-reality industry has been waiting for to catalyze the widespread adoption of AR technology. IEEE Spectrum
• In 2024, augmented reality, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence are expected to become more prevalent in education. Education Technology Insights
• Virtual Reality headsets are forecast to reach 24.7 million units by the end of 2028, representing a five-year compound annual growth rate of 29.2% as the consumer base slowly grows beyond core gaming use cases and as businesses adopt more headsets for training, design, and more. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company
• Based on the technical analysis by cryptocurrency experts regarding the prices of Arweave, in 2026, AR is expected to have the following minimum and maximum prices: about $ $104.82 and $ $133.75, respectively. changelly.com
• Computer vision will soon see a major surge in popularity and become mainstream as companies like Apple and Meta continue to innovate in the spaces of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. The Teen Magazine
• In addition to augmented reality for Google Search, AR is expected to become central to the Maps application. Spiceworks
• Future medicine and vaccine makers will be able to develop their skills using virtual reality at a new national Centre of Excellence, after a successful funding bid involving UCL. News-Medical
• In 2024, expect to see a proliferation of AR-enabled wearables that blur the lines between the physical and digital worlds. TechBullion
• With the recent launch of Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 2, we can expect to gradually employ immersive formats like virtual reality, AR, and mixed reality (MR) to transport audiences into rich, multi-sensory narrative experiences. Tech Coffee House
• Looking ahead, IDC forecasts a focus on emerging edge use cases, including augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and autonomous operations. TechRadar pro
• Qualcomm's XR Hub and boundless AR 5G demo showcased the potential for enterprise applications, demonstrating how AR glasses, powered by 5G and AI, can render high-resolution digital models for practical use cases. TeckNexus
• Sony Group Corporation' s entry into virtual reality with PlayStation VR stands as a testament to the transformative potential of gaming technology, offering players immersive experiences that blur the lines between the virtual and real worlds. Yahoo Finance
• Immersive virtual reality is anticipated to peak in development this decade bringing new opportunities for 3D multimodal designing across all levels of education. SpringerLink
• In 2024, emerging technologies such as augmented reality and virtual reality present exciting opportunities for brands to create immersive and interactive experiences that transcend physical boundaries. Prime One Global LLC - Performance Marketing Agency
• In 2024, the aerospace industry will experience a shift, driven by the integration of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, automation, and virtual reality. M3 Solutions
• In the year 2024 and beyond, we can anticipate an increase in the number of AR solutions that facilitate the seamless integration of digital information into the physical world. Clavax Technologies LLC
• With AR growth in the eCommerce sector, more retailers will adopt augmented reality for virtual try-ons as well as product demonstrations in 2024 and the coming years. Clavax Technologies LLC
• Spatial computing technologies will drive the creation of a new generation of AR smart glasses, offering functionality similar to the Apple Vision Pro, or the latest XReal Air 2 Ultra specs. XR Today
• 2024 will see augmented reality (AR) break out from its roots in social media and gaming to become a significant player in presentation design. INK PPT

Last updated: 05 May 2024