Virtual Reality (VR) stories - Page 3
Strap on a headset and enter a computer-generated world where interactions and movement bring
person and machine closer together. As a simulation, experiences can vary from closely matching the
real world, through to fantastical environments limited only by the imagination of their developers. VR is
typically broken down into three categories- non-immersive, semi-immersive, and fully-immersive. A
non-immersive example would appear on a normal screen, semi-immersive might add a headset, while
fully-immersive combines headset and motion-sensitive controls. VR applications are extensive and
include video gaming, training simulations including in military, healthcare and business, and travel and
leisure.
India faces rising cyber threats amid digital transformation
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data protection
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India's rapid digital growth boosts economy but increases cyber threat risks, targeting sectors from energy to healthcare, warns expert Shibu Paul.
5G base station filter market set for dramatic growth by 2029
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
The 5G Base Station Filter Market is set to boom, with a projected 37.3% CAGR, reaching USD$194 billion by 2029.
Consumers adapt spending & embrace technological shopping trends
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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ar, vr & metaverse
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transparency
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inflation
Consumers lead change in global spending habits amid economic crisis, attracting to cost-effective offers and novel tech trends.
XRii unveils sports marketing campaigns using AR and VR
Fri, 11th Aug 2023
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digital transformation
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martech
The company reveals how sports clubs are creating innovative and impactful digital experiences with experiential marketing that drive results.
Gartner: Augmented retail shopping a reality by next year
Tue, 2nd Apr 2019
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cx
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martech
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retailtech
Augmented reality and virtual reality will rely on 5G to change the customer experience inside and outside retail stores.
Tech Futures Lab launches Digital Suitcase to upskill everyday adults
Fri, 31st Aug 2018
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blockchain
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data privacy
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ai
Digital Suitcase is an online platform that teaches everyday adults digital knowledge that they need to thrive in the digital world.
Kiwi Startup Spotlight: AR gaming app Magical Park eyeing expansion to US and Canada
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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geo ar games
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kiwi startup spotlight
By September, Magical Park will be active in 28 parks and 44 primary schools in New Zealand, 12 parks in Australia, and two parks in the UK.
Microsoft NZ makes mixed reality play with AV/VR Garage partnership
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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microsoft
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ateed
Microsoft New Zealand has partnered with AR/VR Garage to increase investment in mixed reality technology innovation.
Top Kiwi innovators launch VR & AR association
Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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vr
NZ's brightest spark an alliance, launching the VR/AR Association to spearhead sector growth and global collaboration.