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Meta’s VR/AR timeline for the next few years has been leaked
In addition to the predictable upgrades to VR headsets, Meta has its sights set on AR glasses
WATCH: YouTubers build 43 inch, 100 pound “laptop”
The jury is still out on whether it is truly the "world's biggest," but it is certainly in the running.
Hyundai looking into integrating LED displays into their vehicle grilles
Hyundai has contracted their parts subsidiary to develop the technology
NASA is crowdsourcing a VR training program to prepare astronauts for Mars
Manned missions to Mars are scheduled to begin in the mid 2030s
Webex meetings turn Mercedes-Benz E-class sedans into a mobile office
New hybrid work-focused solutions come from a partnership with Cisco
Creating the infinite with Meptik
Virtual and extended reality production specialists Meptik create endless wonders for clients' needs
Pro-Ject releases two premium vinyl record cleaning machines
For when your records need some TLC
General Motors patents self-cleaning touchscreen technology
The addition of UV pixels to LED displays could yield attractive results
WATCH: Bigscreen’s “world’s smallest VR headset” is custom-fitted for your face
Less than an inch thick at its thinnest point, the Beyond headset is available for preorder
Sushi chains in Japan turn to AI-powered cameras to combat “sushi terrorism”
Popular “conveyor-belt” style sushi restaurants in Japan have been experiencing a wave of “sushi terrorism,” an unfortunate trend in which pranksters tamper with food as it travels around to...
LG’s Miraclass line of LED screens takes aim at the movie theater market
Miraclass screens are currently available across 4 sizes and 2 resolutions
MIT team stacks sub-pixels to vastly improve micro-LED resolution
The result triples the amount of pixels in a given area
Zoom CEO takes 98% pay cut after laying off 1,300 employees to acknowledge his “mistakes”
The act of penance brings Eric Yuan's salary down to $10,000.
Google won’t release program that creates complex music from text input
MusicLM can create some eerily human-like music from the most abstract descriptions
Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser hotel will be repurposed as office space
The building that once housed the immersive Star Wars experience has been vacant for nearly two years
H&M installs hologram displays courtesy of Proto
The displays feature life-size fitness instructors taking you through their routines
Logitech unveils immersive video-conferencing booth, Project Ghost
Project Ghost has been designed alongside office furniture maker Steelcase
PPDS/Philips demoes and launches Wave ecosystem at ISE 2023
The cloud-based ecosystem has officially launched in Europe, with releases in North America and Asia slated for later this year
Mantis RS360 dive housing for One RS 1-Inch 360 edition takes your panoramic filming underwater
Perfect for ROV filming at depths up to 850 feet
WATCH: NVIDIA makes your eyes appear to be focused on the camera–even when they’re not
NVIDIA is asking for user feedback, as the feature is currently in beta.
WATCH: Want to update a show at Chuck. E. Cheese? Grab a floppy disc
The legacy system utilizing floppy discs is currently being phased out in favor of a digital dance floor
HDMI Alt Mode is no more
The market has spoken, and it said HDMI Alt Mode is not necessary
Samsung debuts Flex Hybrid foldable, stretchable display tech
It's not a magic trick--it just looks like it
AromaPlayer demoed at CES, letting users finally smell their media
Possible aromas include baking bread, tropical fruits, a desert rain, and more
Car AV at CES
The Ram Revolution gets big AV features including a movie projector and Sony AFEELA feature an external Media Bar
WATCH: Vu partners with Nikon for virtual motorcycle at CES 2023
Nikon MRMC and Vu showcased virtual production at the booth
Hisense teases “world’s first 8K Laser TV”
No word on pricing or availability, Hisense has confirmed the model is limited edition
Joao Oliveira and Raphael Radna release app for displacing sounds and creating acousmatic music
This article originally appeared on UCSB’s The Current. Much of the allure to see movies on the big screen comes from how theaters can create an environment where sound...
Startup Wisear’s earbuds let you control your smart device with subtle facial movements
Electrodes within the earbud read your skin's electrical signals to command your phone
WATCH: GoPros strapped to dolphins give an up-close-and-personal view as they hunt for fish
Scientist Sam Ridgeway and his team have given us, in the pursuit of science, something we always wanted: a dolphin’s POV as they swim through the ocean, hunting fish....
Samsung-backed startup unveils AR glasses to help the visually impaired
No word on pricing or availability quite yet
The history of the NFL’s instant replay system
There was a time before "upon further review..."
Avatar: The Way of Water broke movie projectors across Japan
High frame rate (48 fps) tech was to blame
Father of Instant Replay Dies at 97
Art McNally has passed away at 97, just 5 months after being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The first ever on-field official to be inducted, McNally...
Samsung holds European records for largest LED circle and largest LED cube
No word on any LED triangles, ovals, or squares at press time.
Man constructs awesome (but dangerous) LED Christmas tree
This tree might kill you, but it least it looks festive
Watch LED road sign encourage motorists to SMOKE WEED
The company responsible for the unhelpful roadway message blamed it on a "technical glitch."
Finalmouse’s new Centerpiece pushes the envelope of what a mechanical keyboard can be
The Centerpiece pushes the boundaries of keyboard aesthetics-- for a premium $349
Skydio launches remote drones and self-charging docks
The company is positioning their self-charging stations and remote flying technology towards a number of use cases, including surveillance and rescue.
Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones review roundup
At $949, reviewers are conflicted if they can justify the price. Praise for the quality, however, is unanimous.