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Snapdragon Reality Elite chip aims for 'up to 60% higher GPU performance, up to 30% increase in CPU…Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon Reality Elite, a new System on Chip designed for augmented and virtual reality devices. The chip promises significant performance improvements over its predecessor, including up to 60% higher GPU performance and up to 30% increased CPU performance, while also focusing on power efficiency and AI capabilities. This new SoC aims to enable sleeker, longer-lasting, and more immersive XR experiences for both smart glasses and VR headsets.
There are stirrings in the VR industry that much better displays could be in the pipelineIndustry insider reports suggest that Samsung Display is preparing to mass produce high-brightness Micro-OLED displays for VR headsets starting in 2028. This advancement in display technology, also seen in devices like the Apple Vision Pro and Pimax headsets, promises improved clarity and pixel density over traditional displays. While the technology is still developing, it indicates a significant potential shift in the VR hardware landscape.
With Steam Frame arriving this summer, Meta is running out of time to entice gamers - will Prime Day do anything to…With the upcoming launch of Valve's SteamVR headset, Meta faces pressure to entice gamers to adopt its Quest 3 hardware, especially with Prime Day approaching. Despite recent price increases and internal challenges, Meta may offer discounts on Quest 3 accessories or even the headset itself to remain competitive against Valve's new offering.
SteamVR 2.16 arrives with a number of Linux fixes for VR fansValve has released SteamVR 2.16, bringing numerous bug fixes and improvements for the VR experience on PC, with a particular focus on Linux users. The update includes enhancements to VRLink on Linux, general Linux fixes, and various improvements to the dashboard, streaming, and core SteamVR functionality. It also addresses issues with specific hardware like HTC Vive and Varjo headsets, and improves compatibility for games like Pavlov and Into The Radius 2 on Meta Quest.- Valve: nyheter om fler Steam Controller-enheter "snart"Valve has announced that more units of the Steam Controller will be available soon, as the initial stock sold out within 30 minutes. The company acknowledges underestimating demand and is working to replenish inventory, promising an update on the timeline shortly. The Steam Controller is part of Valve's hardware push, which also includes the delayed Steam Machine and SteamVR.
Steam Deck restocks or a pile of Steam Frames and Machines? Either way, Valve's been importing a whole heap of…Valve's warehouses in the USA have reportedly received a large number of 'game consoles,' sparking speculation about restocks of the Steam Deck. Other possibilities include shipments of Steam Machines or Steam VR headsets, which were announced alongside the Steam Controller but have not yet been widely released. The article suggests that these shipments indicate Valve is preparing to make more hardware available to consumers.
Get ready to test your friendships by sharing control of a giant cardboard robot in the new Limbot Steam demo, out now!Ionized Studios has released a free demo for their upcoming co-op 3D platformer, Limbot, on Steam. The demo features 20 levels, new enemies, and the first boss fight, offering players a preview of the full game launching in July on Steam, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. In Limbot, up to four players control individual limbs of a giant cardboard robot to navigate various environments.
LucidVR Video Player Brings Family Movie Night Magic to Steam VRThe LucidVR Video Player has launched on Steam VR, offering users the ability to arrange multiple videos and images in a 3D space to create personalized immersive viewing environments. Developed by bitforge-llc, the player supports common video formats like H.264 and VR formats such as 180° SBS, TTB, and fisheye, with a launch discount available.