Global shipments of XR headwear will decline by 12 per cent to 6.2 million units in 2026, according to forecasts from Omdia. However, the market is expected to return to growth in 2027, reaching 6.5 million units, an increase of 4.8 per cent. This recovery will be driven by the rapid expansion of XR glasses, […]
The XR Sports Alliance (XRSA) has announced that a new cohort of members has joined the strategic initiative: ActionStreamer, Antigravity, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), Freeride World Tour, HOVERAir, Manchester United, Pico, Rezzil, San Diego Wave FC, Specs and Trigger XR. Founded in June 2024 by Accedo, Qualcomm Technologies and Host Broadcast Services (HBS), the XRSA […]
DirecTV is debuting on Meta Quest headsets in the US, bringing live TV, sports, movies and on-demand favorites into a virtual reality experience. As the first MVPD (multichannel video programming distributor) to launch on the Meta Quest headsets, DirecTV is expanding how – and where – people watch TV. Instead of being tied to a […]
Applause, a provider of crowdtesting and UX research that works with the likes of Netflix and Paramount+ and sports broadcasters, to provide quality assurance for a wide range of platform features, has shared its industry predictions for 2026 through Adrian Garcia, the company’s Senior Solutions Consultant. Garcia’s three key predictions for the next 12 months […]
A TrendForce report, 2025 Near-Eye Display Market Outlook and Technology Analysis, reveals that the AR glasses market is gaining momentum in 2025 as international brands unveil prototypes and Meta prepares to launch its Celeste AR glasses. Combined with falling OLEDoS product prices, global AR shipments are expected to reach 600,000 units in 2025. In the […]
Casino entertainment has undergone significant transformations over the years, with technological advancements playing a pivotal role in reshaping how audiences experience their favourite games. From traditional venues to the cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) environments, the landscape of casino entertainment continues to evolve, offering diverse experiences to players worldwide. Traditional casinos have long been a staple […]
DAZN, the sports streaming platform, has announced a partnership with Meta to launch an extended reality (XR) version of its app for Meta Quest devices. Developed in collaboration with spatial computing pioneers Immersiv.io, the app delivers a fully immersive viewing experience for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Launching exclusively in the US via the […]
The growth in immersive content consumption is set to put a major strain on wireless infrastructure and make way for new enabling innovation, according to a paper released by InterDigital, the mobile and video technology company, and market research firm Futuresource Consulting. The report reveals that as immersive and extended reality (XR) content becomes more […]
Research reveals that people’s perception of motion can be radically manipulated in passive virtual reality environments without making them feel unwell. Researchers from the University of Glasgow led the study, which demonstrated for the first time that people using VR headsets in motorised simulator seats or while being driven in cars can be easily fooled […]
Vizrt, a specialist in real-time graphics and live production solutions for content creators, has partnered with Dubai-based blinx Media, a digital native storytelling hub in the MENA region, to launch a TikTok Live livestream with advanced extended reality (XR) graphics. This livestream, hosted by various media personalities and regional influencers, is the first instance of […]