Augmented Reality

EdTech: A force for good and defining role it has in inspiring a whole new generation

EdTech will play a defining role in inspiring a whole new generation to innovate and change India

5G to amp up technology with smart ambulances, AR-based remote learning and shopping

With superfast speeds (about 10 times faster than 4G), low latency connectivity, which can enable billions of connected devices to share data in real time, 5G promises to usher technology use to a next level where saving lives and educating people far from resources will become easier than ever

Apple's AR glasses will be launched in 2024, along with a second-gen VR headset

Apple has been betting big on augmented reality and virtual reality. They have been planning to release an AR/VR combined headset sometime in the future, but before that, they plan on releasing a pair of AR glasses.

Daler Mehndi buys ‘Balle Balle Land’ in Metaverse: Understanding what are virtual lands and why they are selling at a premium

The noted singer became the first Indian to buy land in Metaverse. He follows in the footsteps of celebrities like Snoop Dogg and famous companies such as Samsung, Nike and Adidas who have invested in the virtual space

Tamil Nadu couple to host wedding reception in Metaverse

The reception will be held in the dining room of Hogwarts castle where the couple’s avatar will greet the avatars of their loved ones who will be able to log in from across the world

Snap hits 100 million monthly users in India, announces AR partnerships with Flipkart, Samsung and others

Breaching the 100 million monthly users mark in India, Snap also announced strategic brand partnerships with a host of companies, including Flipkart and Zomato.

Explained: Augmented reality, and how artists and institutions used it to make culture an at-home experience during the pandemic

If visitors could no longer go the artworks, maybe AR could help bring the artworks to them.

Facebook develops neural wristband that converts hand gestures and neural signals into actions

This tech is expected to eventually evolve and allow people to control virtual UIs and objects in the AR world.

Microsoft Mesh, a new mixed reality platform, sets stage for a future with Star Wars-like Holograms

Mesh is powered by Azure cloud computing systems that combine data center processing power with artificial intelligence.

Microgravity launches AR/VR gaming facility in Gurgaon; open for public 28 February onwards

Microgravity plans to open six more VR-AR facilities in the country across Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune and Goa.