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New tech makes up 25% of US$1.7 trillion consumer spending
Drones

New tech makes up 25% of US$1.7 trillion consumer spending

Consumer spending on technology is forecast to reach US$1.69 trillion in 2019 with a quarter coming from emerging technologies such as VR/AR.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2019
Melbourne uni researchers at the forefront of forensics technology
Artificial Intelligence

Melbourne uni researchers at the forefront of forensics technology

Researchers at Monash University, in collaboration with Leidos and VIFM, are pioneering tech using machine learning and AR to revolutionise forensic ballistics.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2019
Aussie uni utilises AR and VR to discover the human body
EduTech

Aussie uni utilises AR and VR to discover the human body

Students studying anatomy at La Trobe University are utilising digital technologies as opposed to textbooks to learn about the human body.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2019
Blue Hat launches AR play-based learning center in China
eLearning

Blue Hat launches AR play-based learning center in China

The play-based learning center will provide an immersive learning experience across art, emotional, health, language, science, and social subjects.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2019
Christchurch firm sells AR tech to US retail marketing giant
Software Development

Christchurch firm sells AR tech to US retail marketing giant

Christchurch's Smudge sells AR tech for in-store visualisation to US retail giant InContext Solutions, marking a milestone in augmented reality innovation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
VR boom shows no sign of slowing
Health Technologies

VR boom shows no sign of slowing

The virtual reality market will exhibit a 42.2% CAGR, as big brands move to offer an advanced user experience says Fortune Business Insights.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2019
Telstra brings advanced VR streaming to Aus
Unified Communications

Telstra brings advanced VR streaming to Aus

Telstra and partners Magna Systems, Summit Tech, and Igloo debut 8K VR streaming over 5G at the Telstra Vantage showcase, setting an Australian first.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2019
AR 'Live View' navigation is coming to Google Maps
AR, VR & Metaverse

AR 'Live View' navigation is coming to Google Maps

Live View will allow those travelling on foot around cities to navigate streets a little easier with turn-by-turn navigation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2019
Company-X creates new reality for AR & VR technologies
AR, VR & Metaverse

Company-X creates new reality for AR & VR technologies

Hamilton-based software firm Company-X has acquired local AR/VR specialists Pepper Creative to expand its virtual and augmented reality capabilities.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2019
Kiwi employees embracing a future of AI
Robotics

Kiwi employees embracing a future of AI

A multinational survey by Genesys reveals New Zealand employees lead in embracing AI in the workplace, showcasing unparalleled confidence and ethical trust.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2019
Facebook faces new frontiers with real time brain-to-text research
Unified Communications

Facebook faces new frontiers with real time brain-to-text research

Facebook and UCSF are pioneering brain-computer interfaces to develop AR glasses enabling hands-free, real-time brain-to-text communication.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2019
Retail study challenges myth that digital natives only shop online
Fintech

Retail study challenges myth that digital natives only shop online

Despite beliefs that the younger generation prefers to shop online, they're actually the most likely to do more shopping in physical stores.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019
Vivo develops new tech for 5G era
Unified Communications

Vivo develops new tech for 5G era

Vivo unveils its 5G vision at MWC Shanghai 2019, introducing Vivo AR Glass, 5G Cloud Game, and Super FlashCharge 120W to revolutionise mobile user experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019

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Augmented Reality (AR) stories

VR becomes critical tool for tackling NZ skill shortages
AR, VR & Metaverse

VR becomes critical tool for tackling NZ skill shortages

Virtual reality becomes a vital tool to address NZ's skill shortages, with Joy Business Academy and major firms supporting VR training in various industries.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2019
Kiwi Smart City projects win big in IDC Awards
Smart Cities

Kiwi Smart City projects win big in IDC Awards

New Zealand initiatives won three categories in the IDC Smart City APAC Awards – Civic Engagement, Education, and Sustainable Infrastructure.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2019
Kiwi tech company creates AR experience for new home builds
AR, VR & Metaverse

Kiwi tech company creates AR experience for new home builds

AR studio Reactar created a mobile platform called homeAR that helps buyers of new homes decide how their house should look.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2019
WiMi hologram listing helps open AR market to foreign capital
AR, VR & Metaverse

WiMi hologram listing helps open AR market to foreign capital

WiMi Hologram Cloud aims to raise up to USD $50 million through an IPO on Nasdaq, setting the stage for foreign capital to delve into China's booming AR market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2019
Matariki AR comes alive without the need for special apps
AR, VR & Metaverse

Matariki AR comes alive without the need for special apps

The Matariki AR experience used a markerless Web AR platform. The experience works directly from many browsers, such as Chrome, Safari and Explorer.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2019