Major Developments in XR from Meta, Snap, Apple, and HTC VIVE

What to Expect from Meta Connect

Meta Connect, scheduled for next week, is generating anticipation with the promise of major reveals on September 28th. Building on the success of its Quest 2, Meta aims to introduce a new mixed reality device poised to capture mainstream consumer interest. According to Meta’s CTO Andrew Bosworth, the forthcoming AR Smart Glasses are set to be revolutionary for the industry.

Meta’s CEO, a prominent figure on Forbes’ richest list, has strategically focused on consumer XR devices to maintain his elite status. The company’s success in the XR sector is crucial, necessitating continuous advancement in research and development to offer feature-rich devices at competitive prices.

Snap’s Leap with Fifth-Generation Spectacles

Snap Inc. has unveiled its fifth generation of Spectacles, accompanied by Snap OS, the brand’s innovative operating system for AR experiences. These new Spectacles offer a glimpse of the future with standalone, see-through augmented reality capabilities powered by their new Snap OS.

Goetz Trillhaas, Managing Director of Snap Inc, highlighted the intuitive interaction features that make these Spectacles a game-changer in the AR space. The operating system aims to enhance daily life with seamless hand and voice controls, setting a new standard for AR accessibility.

Meta’s Extended Partnership for AR Smart Glasses

In a significant development before Meta Connect 2024, EssilorLuxottica and Meta have extended their partnership into the 2030s to produce successive generations of AR smart eyewear. This collaboration has already seen success with Ray-Ban Stories, and Meta’s acquisition of a 5% stake in EssilorLuxottica underscores the importance of this venture.

Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO of EssilorLuxottica, expressed optimism about the potential for glasses to become a primary technology platform while maintaining a fashion-forward appeal.

HTC VIVE Focus Vision Targets Enterprises

HTC has introduced its VIVE Focus Vision, targeting both enterprise and high-end gaming markets. At $999 for the consumer model and $1,299 for the enterprise edition, this headset boasts state-of-the-art capabilities such as eye-tracking, stereo color passthrough cameras, and enhanced hand tracking.

Shen Ye, Global Head of Product at HTC VIVE, emphasized the Focus Vision’s dual capabilities for standalone and PCVR experiences, touting significant improvements over previous models for industrial training and mixed reality applications.

Apple Vision Pro Improved with visionOS 2

The latest update to Apple’s Vision Pro, visionOS 2, brings enhanced features focused on spatial computing. New functions include better spatial capture, refined hand-tracking, and productivity tools tailored for professional use. The update also introduces physical mouse integration and Magic Keyboard optimization for an immersive user experience.

visionOS 2 allows for advanced 3D recordings and improved peer-to-peer content sharing via SharePlay. The update also enhances the Persona avatar feature, adding realism with more accurate skin tones and improved hand movements. Apple continues to expand the Vision Pro’s availability, adding new international markets in 2024.

Source: https://www.xrtoday.com/virtual-reality/big-xr-news-from-snap-meta-htc-vive-apple-vision-pro/

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