The XR media, unfolded.
Augmented and virtual reality, smart glasses and wearable computing.
148 reports across 1 topic, updated hourly.
Meta is reportedly developing a new iteration of its smart glasses that will intentionally exclude cameras, according to a recent report. This strategic decision aims to address privacy concerns that have been associated with wearable technology, particularly devices that can…
Digital wearable technologies are increasingly being integrated into clinical trial research, a trend that is prompting significant discussion regarding their scientific rigor and ultimate impact on medical studies. While these devices offer the potential for continuous, real-world data collection…
Consumer wearable devices present a significant opportunity for health behavior research, offering continuous data streams that can provide unprecedented insights into human physiology and lifestyle. However, their widespread use in research is accompanied by a complex web of ethical considerations…
Valve has introduced the Steam Frame, a wireless virtual reality headset and controller kit engineered to stream a user's entire Steam library, supporting both VR and flatscreen play, with an increasing focus on standalone capabilities.
Europe's premier consumer electronics trade show, IFA, held its 2026 edition in Berlin, Germany, at the Messe Berlin exhibition grounds, showcasing a wide array of technological innovations. For over a century, IFA has served as a pivotal European counterpart…
Apple introduced new AI-powered features for the Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12, signaling a shift towards the devices acting as always-listening AI assistants and offering insights into the company's privacy strategy for future wearables like smart…
Meta is launching 'Meta Labs' in partnership with Best Buy, a retail chain with over 1,000 stores in the United States, to provide consumers with hands-on demonstrations of its newest artificial intelligence-integrated hardware.
Meta and Best Buy have partnered to launch the Meta Lab, a new initiative designed to provide consumers with hands-on experiences of Meta's virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies.
Venice Immersive, a prominent showcase for virtual and augmented reality (XR) projects, is celebrating its tenth edition, marking a decade of evolution in immersive storytelling and location-based entertainment. Despite the milestone, the focus remains resolutely on the future, with counselor…
Fitbit co-founders James Park and Eric Friedman have launched Luffu, a new health tracking system that includes a wearable device called the Luffu Link. This initiative marks the first hardware product from Luffu, a company established earlier this year…
Speedo, the well-known swimwear manufacturer, has officially entered the wearable technology market with the launch of its first product, Speedo iQ. These new smart goggles are designed to provide swimmers with detailed performance data, marking a significant expansion…