Virtual reality

Facebook shuts Oculus VR movie studio

Facebook is shutting down a studio in California created to make films and other video content for its Oculus virtual reality headset.

6 years, 1 month ago

'Minecraft' Arrives on Samsung's Gear VR Headset

Last month, during GDC 2016 in San Francisco, we learned about Microsoft's plans to release Minecraft for Gear VR. Still, details such as pricing and availability were unknown at the time. But that's changing today: Oculus has announced that the open-world hit is now available on Samsung's virtual reality headset.

7 years, 1 month ago

Live 360 YouTube Gets Us One Step Closer to the Matrix

ASK PEOPLE TO DESCRIBE virtual reality and they’ll probably say something along the lines of It’s like you’re there, man. But even when you’re courtside at the NBA slam dunk contest, you’re “there” after the fact.

7 years, 1 month ago

Ikea VR Experience Pilot Program Wants To Let You Shop In Virtual Reality

Ikea recently launched an HTC Vive app that has the potential to change the way we think about interior design, and it all starts in the kitchen.

7 years, 2 months ago

PlayStation VR Hands-On: the $399 Headset is Comfortable, Sturdy, and Holds Its Own

How does it feel to wear the PlayStation VR? Sony invited the press to try the final design for the headset today in San Francisco. Broadly speaking, the most affordable high-end consumer virtual reality headset feels comfortable and accessible.

7 years, 2 months ago

This Mark Zuckerberg Picture Could Show Our Terrifying Dystopian Future

A photo of Mark Zuckerberg walking with a slightly inhuman smile on his face, past a sea of people wearing virtual reality headsets, has caused a stir online.

7 years, 3 months ago