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PLUS: Xreal’s Air2 are the ultimate Smart Glasses, AppliedVR makes to fight Chronic Pain in VR & Varjo to Launch the Perfect Enterprise MR Headset
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Good morning!
This week has been quite eventful, especially for those interested in the latest hardware releases. Nevertheless, as you will see, VR software extends far beyond the entertainment industry and continues to expand into the field of medicine.
Today’s Topics:
🕶️ Xreal’s Air2 are the ultimate Smart Glasses
🩹 AppliedVR makes to fight Chronic Pain in VR
🚀 Varjo to Launch the Perfect Enterprise MR Headset
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🕶️ Xreal’s Air2 are the ultimate Smart Glasses
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Courtesy by Xreal
Xreal Air2, a leader in screen-reflecting smart glasses 🕶️, brings innovation to the forefront with its ability to simulate an enormous 330-inch high-definition screen. This portable AR device pairs seamlessly with various devices 📱, providing an expansive virtual display.
Details:
Weighing only 72 grams, the Air2 is the lightest in its category, ensuring comfort during extended use. 🎽
Equipped with dual Sony Micro-LED displays and a sensor, the glasses offer a natural-looking frame that houses upgraded display technology.
The dual Mini-OLED panels from Sony provide an impressive resolution of 1920 x 1080 per eye, resulting in a sharper, clearer image with improved pixel density.
The Beam, a $119 wireless accessory, optimizes XReal's wireless connectivity, allowing users to position screens around them for a customized viewing experience. 🔗📺
Why it matters: Xreal Air2 represents a notable advancement in screen-reflecting smart glasses, offering a lightweight and comfortable design paired with upgraded display technology.
🩹 AppliedVR makes to fight Chronic Pain in VR
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Courtesy by AppliedVR
In the battle against chronic pain, AppliedVR is leading the charge with its innovative virtual reality (VR) therapy. The company's flagship product, ReliveVRx, takes a holistic approach, incorporating mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy to transform the relationship individuals have with chronic pain. 🩹🌐
Details:
AppliedVR's ReliveVRx acknowledges the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors influencing chronic pain, providing immersive VR experiences to recalibrate responses to pain. 🧠
Patients can conveniently self-administer therapy at home 🏡, transcending traditional healthcare constraints and democratizing access to relief.
Supported by visionary investors, including Sway Ventures and F-Prime Capital, AppliedVR has secured $71 million 💰 in funding to continue revolutionizing chronic pain management globally.
Why it matters: AppliedVR's pioneering use of VR technology not only transforms chronic pain management but also enhances accessibility, offering hope and tangible solutions to individuals globally. The company's commitment to innovation and empathy positions it as a beacon of promise in reshaping how we perceive and address the pervasive issue of chronic pain.
If you are interested in the topic read more here.
🚀 Varjo to Launch the Perfect Enterprise MR Headset
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Courtesy by Varjo
Varjo introduces the XR-4 series, an enterprise-grade MR headset portfolio designed for a range of industries, from aviation to government to defense. Priced at 3,990 euros or dollars for the base model, this series promises groundbreaking technological breakthroughs. 💼
Details:
Chief Product Officer, Patrick Wyatt, emphasizes Varjo's commitment to bridging the gap between human and computer vision with the XR-4 series 🌐.
Tailored for industrial clients, the XR-4 series surpasses consumer-grade headsets, offering a new range of spatial opportunities for applications beyond 2D productivity 💻.
The XR-4 lineup includes the XR-4, XR-4 Focal Edition, and XR-4 Secure Edition, starting at 3,990 euros or dollars.
Unique features of the XR-4 series include gaze-directed autofocus passthrough, dual 4K x 4K display, 51 pixels per degree resolution, over 50% wider field of view, and more.
Varjo collaborates with NVIDIA 🤝, leveraging RTX Ada Generation GPUs and Omniverse platform to ensure realistic graphics and ray tracing features.
Why it matters: At this price range the Varjo's XR-4 series represents a clear competitor with the soon to be released Apple Vision Pro. The collaboration with NVIDIA ensures top-notch performance, making it a robust choice for immersive training and simulation across various sectors. 🌐💼
If you are interested in the topic read more here.
What We’re Watching This Week
Before we bid farewell, we recommend taking a moment to watch this brief video showcasing how the Xreal Air2 smart glasses work. Enjoy!
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