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Virtual reality

Telcos, Media & Tech

Meta launches new smart glasses with built-in display

The whistleblowers allege that Meta deleted or manipulated internal research showing children as young as 10 were exposed to sexual harassment, grooming and violence on its platforms in disclosures to Congress and federal regulators.
Telcos, Media & Tech

Former Meta researchers testify company buried child safety studies

Earlier this year, Meta cut roughly 5 per cent of staff – about 3,600 people – in what was described as performance-based terminations.
Telcos, Media & Tech

Meta lays off more than 100 employees across Reality Labs unit

Seniors can play VR games to test their mobility and memory, as well as motor and cognitive skills, as demonstrated by the students who developed the project.
Lifestyle
TAKING HEART

Singapore Poly projects spotlight VR solutions for elderly, circular economy

Timezone Singapore's largest store, at Orchard Xchange, sees around 500 guests on busy days.
SGSME

Labubu, co-op games, VR: How arcades are keeping patrons hooked

Disney has been building expertise across the organisation to capitalise on the emerging technology.
Companies & Markets

Walt Disney forms business unit to coordinate use of AI, augmented reality

The glasses represent nearly a decade of technological advancement and significant financial investment at Meta.
Telcos, Media & Tech

Meta debuts Orion AR glasses as eventual smartphone rival

Meta told employees at its Reality Labs division to stop work on the premium mixed-reality headset this week after a product review meeting.
Telcos, Media & Tech

Meta cancels plans for high-end mixed-reality headset, the Information reports

Educators around the world are grappling with the growing use of generative AI.
Lifestyle

Einstein and anime: Hong Kong university tests AI professors

The move will allow partner companies to build their headsets using Meta Horizon OS, a rebranded operating system.
Telcos, Media & Tech

Meta opens Quest operating system to third-party device makers

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