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Kiwis are making big bucks with VR, $320 million to be precise
AR, VR & Metaverse

Kiwis are making big bucks with VR, $320 million to be precise

New Zealand's VR and AR industry could be worth over $320m in two years, according to a report commissioned by the NZVRARA.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Wellington International Airport gets its own VR experience
AR, VR & Metaverse

Wellington International Airport gets its own VR experience

The experience takes the user on an interactive journey in a first class seat on board a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
Kiwi VR market set to be worth $320m, employment to double
AR, VR & Metaverse

Kiwi VR market set to be worth $320m, employment to double

Globally, AR is predicted to be the fastest growth segment in the world with forecast global revenues of US$83 billion.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Oct 2017
NZVRARA & Blackeye: Providing a staging ground for the VR revolution
AR, VR & Metaverse

NZVRARA & Blackeye: Providing a staging ground for the VR revolution

NZVRARA and Blackeye VR partner to promote NZ VR/AR sector and accelerate adoption of virtual and augmented reality technologies.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2017
Sony's new phone boasts a 3D camera, should Kiwis care?
AR, VR & Metaverse

Sony's new phone boasts a 3D camera, should Kiwis care?

Sony Mobile's new Xperia XZ1 hits New Zealand, offering groundbreaking 3D scanning technology. Will this feature capture Kiwi interest?.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017

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New technologies driving ICT spend to double the rate of GDP growth
Robotics

New technologies driving ICT spend to double the rate of GDP growth

New technologies are driving ICT spend back to double the rate of GDP growth, IDC says. So which technologies are leading the way?.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017
The VR game that promises to make you smarter
Gaming

The VR game that promises to make you smarter

Croteam and Devolver Digital launch The Talos Principle VR on Steam, offering a brain-boosting puzzle experience compatible with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017
Faster internet speeds to spur Asia Pacific OTT video market
Digital Entertainment

Faster internet speeds to spur Asia Pacific OTT video market

Faster bandwidth and expanding 4G networks are driving the Asia Pacific OTT video market, promising enhanced user experiences and competitive pricing.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2017
Oculus VR just got a whole lot better with Rift Core 2.0
AR, VR & Metaverse

Oculus VR just got a whole lot better with Rift Core 2.0

Oculus unveils Rift Core 2.0, a powerful VR experience with a redesigned interface and customizable home features. Beta release in December.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2017
Zuckerberg jumps into the frying pan with 'insensitive' VR live-stream
Digital Entertainment

Zuckerberg jumps into the frying pan with 'insensitive' VR live-stream

Facebook faces backlash after Mark Zuckerberg uses VR to show hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico. Some defend his intentions.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2017
Facebook announces Oculus Go, one of the cheapest VR headsets yet
AR, VR & Metaverse

Facebook announces Oculus Go, one of the cheapest VR headsets yet

Without a cable or the need for a mobile phone, standalone headsets represent a totally new phase of VR hardware...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2017
AR for cops: HoloLens could be the future of policing
AR, VR & Metaverse

AR for cops: HoloLens could be the future of policing

Black Marble has developed an award-winning application, tuServ, that's transforming today's approach to digitizing policing....

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
Gartner's top 10 tech trends for 2018
DevOps

Gartner's top 10 tech trends for 2018

Gartner has identified the top strategic technology trends for 2018 that will impact organisations across industries.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2017
AR is the new black: The Pixel 2 flexes its augmented reality muscles
Digital Signage

AR is the new black: The Pixel 2 flexes its augmented reality muscles

Google launches Pixel 2, boasting advanced AR capabilities and a top-tier camera, venturing into a fierce competition with Apple's cutting-edge features.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2017
Experience virtual reality like never before with the HMD Odyssey
Digital Signage

Experience virtual reality like never before with the HMD Odyssey

Samsung and Microsoft have announced the Samsung HMD Odyssey, a high-performing Windows Mixed Reality headset with superior picture quality.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2017
Experience Fallout like never before with HTC Vive
Gaming

Experience Fallout like never before with HTC Vive

HTC Vive has announced a new hardware bundle featuring Fallout 4 VR, one of the most anticipated VR titles to date...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
Surprise! Pokemon GO is alive and well
Gaming

Surprise! Pokemon GO is alive and well

Defying expectations, Pokémon GO thrives with raids, new features, and a loyal fanbase ready for battle, come rain or shine.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
Robots, drones and EVs mean engineers may have to upskill
Drones

Robots, drones and EVs mean engineers may have to upskill

To remain employable engineers require expertise in new technology such as GPS positioning, drones and virtual reality...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017