Virtual reality & augmented reality
Virtual reality and augmented reality (VR and AR) offer some of the most unique experiences out there. You aren’t just watching the action play out on your TV, phone screen, or computer monitor - you’re actually part of the action.
The dominant force in the space right now is Meta (formerly Oculus), with its excellent lineup of hardware and software (which includes the immensely popular Oculus Quest 2) but it’s not the only player. Valve, HTC, and Pico offer excellent VR headsets, and Xreal and Snapchat are among those creating fun AR smart glasses.
And then of course there's Apple, which recently entered the space with its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. We expect that announcement to help move this category from niche interest to mainstream concern very quickly.
Latest about Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality
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By Hamish Hector published
The Apple Vision Pro needs to learn these three lessons from rival AR glasses.
Apple Vision Pro: price, release year, and everything we know about the VR headset
By Hamish Hector last updated
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TCL Nxtwear S AR glasses review: the XR future is clunky
By Hamish Hector last updated
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Xreal Air and Xreal Beam review: impressive AR tech but still not perfect
By Hamish Hector last updated
The Xreal Air AR glasses offer a surprisingly immersive pocket cinema but cost a bit too much to fully justify your purchase.
Meta denies Quest Pro 2 cancelation – but VR fans should hope it doesn't launch soon
By Hamish Hector published
The Meta Quest Pro 2 isn't canceled, but don't expect the VR headset to be launching soon.
The Quest Pro series may be dead as Meta struggles to stay in the VR game
By Cesar Cadenas published
Recent report states Meta is ending development on future Quest Pro headsets as it's being forced to change tactics.
Your Oculus Quest 2 just got better hand-tracking to boost your virtual boxing skills
By Hamish Hector published
Meta adds improved hand-tracking, Facebook streaming, and smarter downloads in the latest Oculus Quest 2 update.
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