New Augmented Reality Center Supported by Epic Games
The Augmented Reality Center (ARC) at Oakland University in Michigan is a partnership between the university, the College for Creative Studies (CCS), and various industry stakeholders. It is supported by Epic Games through the MegaGrant program. The goal is to work with faculty and industry experts to introduce students to the use of real-time technologies in manufacturing. The "fourth industrial revolution" is creating new job profiles that require augmented reality expertise, Epic writes. By working with educational institutions, the industry hopes to create a growing pool of skilled workers for these fields.
Apple Vision Pro: Very limited quantities - because of Sony?
Sony makes the OLED panels that Apple uses for Vision Pro. However, Sony reportedly has a production capacity of only 900,000 units per year. Apple needs two displays per VR/AR headset, which would severely limit the number of headsets. To increase the number of headsets, and possibly deliver a cheaper version later, Apple will need more suppliers or Sony will have to increase production. Sony is said to have turned down such a request. Apple has apparently already revised its sales target sharply downwards.
Google CEO on VR/AR: Excited about the technology
In an interview with Bloomberg, Google CEO Sundar Pichai is also asked about the Apple Vision Pro.
What do you think of Apple’s Vision Pro headset? Where does that fit in?
- I literally haven’t used or seen it, but we’ve always felt computing will evolve beyond the black rectangles. We will have more immersive experiences. I’m excited about the potential for the technology.
Monstrorama: XR Monster Museum with Andy Serkis coming to Quest
Narrated by actor Andy Serkis (Lord of the Rings, Star Wars), Monstrorama transforms your home into a mixed-reality monster museum, blending virtual and physical worlds. The XR game is currently premiering at this year's Tribeca Festival. Monstrorama does not have a confirmed release date, but is expected to be available "soon" for Meta Quest headsets.
Apple Vision Pro: Sales target significantly reduced
According to a report, Apple has significantly lowered its original sales target of one million units for the Apple Vision Pro, its virtual and augmented reality headset. New estimates put the number of VR/AR headsets to be sold at around 150,000.
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