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Niantic, the company behind the game, has made around $3 billion till now from the game.

Pokemon Go made about USD 900 million in 2019

The amount exceeds the sale amount even from its initial launch.

13 Jan 2020 8:02 AM

Apple has some special projects lined up for the future. (Photo: Apple's R&D centre in Japan)

Apple is planning something huge behind the scenes

Apple is reportedly spending the largest portion of its revenue on R&D since 2003.

06 Aug 2019 10:53 AM

Bose Frames come in Matte Black and two universal styles, the larger (Alto) and smaller (Rondo).

These BOSE sunglasses are unlike anything you’ve seen or heard before

They’re available in India from June 20th.

13 Jun 2019 4:55 PM

Researchers asserted that today's AR goggles can project a realistic, 3D version of an actual person in real time onto the physical surroundings of the goggles-wearer.

Here's how augmented reality affects people's behaviour

AR technology layers digital information atop the user's physical surroundings.

29 May 2019 11:57 AM

As part of the 10th-anniversary celebrations, Microsoft announced its new mobile game Minecraft Earth.

Microsoft's Minecraft Earth is a fitting rival to Pokemon GO

Minecraft Earth is currently limited to beta and users are required to sign up for a chance to play.

19 May 2019 11:33 AM

Among the industry personalities who spoke at immersion were Chaitanya Chunduri, Country Lead, India - AR/VR, Google, Nathan Gaydhani, Immersive Professional Services Consultant SystemActice,Arnav Neel (Blippar- MD), Apul Nahata Kalpnik VR -Co Founder, Miheer Walavalkar—LivelikeVR Founder-Ceo, Pankaj Raut from NXG Dimension- Ajnalens and other.

India’s 1st AR/VR International Film festival and Conference took off with success

The event had Workshops, and screening zones to experience top Local & Global Award winning VR Content and Games.

11 Mar 2019 8:59 AM

The purported AR glasses will act only as a display, while the core tasks of computing, rendering, internet connectivity, and location services will be handled by the iPhone. (Representational Photo)

Apple’s first-ever AR headset to go into production later this year

The first-ever Apple AR glasses or headset will require the use of iPhone for functioning.

10 Mar 2019 12:49 PM

Qualcomm announced its plans for VR and AR (collectively called XR) platform where it will create an XR-optimised certification program for phones using its Snapdragon 855 processors, indicating their compatibility with any headset in that ecosystem.

Qualcomm pushes for 5G phone-powered VR, AR headsets

Qualcomm is also using an existing accelerator program to promote the development of XR headsets.

26 Feb 2019 11:23 AM

Once the location is identified, it displays big, animated arrows and directions on the screen making it look like actual directions are drawn onto the real world.

Google rolls out AR navigation for Maps to beta users

The concept is derived out of Google Glass that works without the eyewear.

12 Feb 2019 11:45 AM

A new paradigm of learning has come to light recently revealing that children learn best in an environment that is interactive and in which there is two-way feedback.

Augmented Reality (AR) Toys: The number is rising, quickly

Using augmented reality children are able to visualize places and images allowing them to learn effortlessly.

25 Jan 2019 4:53 PM

MediaTek will support ARCore and Google Lens on Helio P90 beginning in Q4 2018 for devices built to run the latest Android software, Android Pie. MediaTek will be extending support for ARCore and Google Lens to other chipsets in its Helio portfolio in 2019.

MediaTek, Google to Bring AR, Lens to mid-range smartphones

With MediaTek’s Helio P90, OEMs can quickly add ARCore and Google Lens capability.

15 Dec 2018 10:36 AM

As a special addition, the artist's most famous masterpiece Girl with a Pearl Earring is listed with the ability to examine closely.

Google's app turns your phone into a museum

The Arts and Culture app will now showcase the artwork of Johannes Vermeer, the Dutch Golden Age painter.

04 Dec 2018 6:35 PM

Apple buys smaller companies from time to time.(Photo: ANI)

Apple acquires startup focused on lenses for AR glasses

Apple confirmed it acquired Longmont, Colorado-based Akonia Holographics.

30 Aug 2018 7:36 AM

The chipsets deliver better performance and a more seamless user experience even for resource-intensive applications such as gaming. (Representative Image: Pexels)

UNISOC unveils mobile chipsets for AR, VR devices

The new SoCs deliver high-end user experience, power efficiency, 3D face ID and support for next-generation dual-camera features.

21 Jun 2018 6:48 PM

Augmented reality, in which digital objects are superimposed on the real-world on the screen of a device, has become another key area of focus for Mapbox.

Mapbox taps ex-Apple designer to head AR efforts

Mapbox maps are found in Snap Inc’s messaging app and the Instacart grocery delivery app.

11 Jun 2018 5:18 PM

Also, in collaboration with Apple and Pixar, Adobe promises the new USDZ support to Adobe Creative Cloud apps and services.

Adobe launches Project Aero – a new AR tool

The tool also acts as a multi-platform system to enable creatives to design immersive content.

08 Jun 2018 5:30 PM

This new project is codenamed T288 and at present, it is in initial stages of development, which is slated to release in a couple of years.

Apple reportedly working on a new AR/VR headset: Report

A new report has been appeared suggesting that Apple is working on an AR/VR headset with 8K display for each eye.

29 Apr 2018 6:09 PM

These Snappables are activated by your facial expressions and movements.

Snapchat launches Snappables – a new form of Lenses with AR

Snappables is a new form of interactive Lenses through which Snapchatters can share experiences and play together in Augumented Reality.

26 Apr 2018 12:27 PM

According to the team, this approach can help surgeons locate and reconnect key blood vessels during reconstructive surgery, which could improve outcomes for patients.(credit: pixabay)

AR to help doctors 'see through' the body

Researchers used Microsoft HoloLens - a computer headset that immerses the wearer in 'mixed reality'.

04 Feb 2018 8:45 PM

The report also stated that these new glasses will be made by Taiwanese manufacturer Quanta Computer.

Intel to launch smart glasses this year

The users will be able to connect their phones with the pair of glasses via Bluetooth.

03 Feb 2018 3:45 PM

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