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Starting Saturday, NBA referees will begin using headsets during games to improve communication, initially during stoppages and eventually throughout the game, following a phased rollout tested since 2022.
Sony has designed new headsets for NFL coaches, tested in extreme conditions and with crowd noise, to improve communication on the sidelines, and they will be used by all coaches this season.
Sony and the NFL are launching custom-designed coach's headsets for the 2025 season, featuring advanced noise-canceling, durability, and comfort, built to meet the demanding needs of NFL coaches and players, symbolizing a significant technological partnership between Sony and the NFL.
Sony has partnered with the NFL to develop new, durable, noise-cancelling headsets for coaches, designed to perform well under extreme weather conditions, marking a return to headset sponsorship after a three-year hiatus. The headsets, which took a year to develop and test in various harsh environments, aim to improve communication during games and are part of a broader multi-year deal that includes other technological innovations, with Sony gaining significant exposure and advertising revenue from the partnership.
The article discusses the potential resurgence of virtual reality in entertainment, highlighting recent investments and developments by major tech companies like Meta and Apple, the challenges of content creation and consumer adoption, and the possibility of a paradigm shift towards immersive experiences becoming mainstream in the near future.
CES 2024 showcases new gaming handhelds including the MSI Claw, Hyperkin's Sega Genesis handheld, and Atari's modern handheld with a 7-inch display and built-in controllers. Asus introduces the ExpertCenter PN65 mini PC, while Google merges Nearby Share with Samsung's Quick Share and Sony and Siemens plan to launch a "spatial content creation" headset. Additionally, TCL presents the RayNeo X2 Lite AR Glasses, and Amazon debuts a video-streaming feature to rival Apple AirPlay.
Xbox Cloud Gaming is now available on Meta Quest headsets, allowing users to stream and play Xbox games directly on their VR devices. This expansion brings the popular gaming service to a new platform, providing gamers with more options for accessing their favorite titles.
Data suggests that the more expensive 512GB model of the Quest 3 virtual reality headset from Meta may be more popular than expected, as delivery estimates for this model are longer compared to the 128GB model. Possible explanations include Meta underestimating demand, allocating more inventory to third-party retailers, or facing manufacturing constraints. The availability of Quest 3 in various stores will continue to be monitored.
Ukrainian company Himera Tech, part of a government incubator called Brave 1, is producing cheaper jam-resistant radio headsets for troops fighting against Russia. While these headsets may not be effective against the electronic warfare systems of the US or China, they are designed to be sufficient for combatting Russian forces. Himera Tech's approach involves using readily available chips instead of military-grade ones, making the headsets more affordable but less secure. This initiative is part of a larger trend in Ukraine, where locals are developing their own military equipment, including 3D-printed bombs, power banks made from discarded e-cigarettes, and robots for supply and evacuation purposes.
Amazon Prime Day 2023 is offering great deals on Xbox accessories and consoles, including controllers, headsets, and storage options. The event will take place on June 11th and 12th, lasting for 48 hours. To take advantage of the savings, an active Amazon Prime subscription is required.
The article compares the design, specs, features, software, and price of the Meta Quest Pro and Apple Vision Pro VR headsets. While the Meta Quest Pro is more affordable, the Apple Vision Pro boasts better specs and features, including dual micro-OLED 4k displays and more advanced hand and eye-tracking capabilities. However, the Vision Pro's software library currently looks limited compared to the Quest Pro's. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on budget and personal preferences.
Apple is reportedly working on a cheaper variant of its recently launched $3,499 augmented reality headset, the Vision Pro, which could be launched as early as the end of 2025. The cheaper version may use lower-quality displays, a less powerful chip, fewer cameras, and a simplified headband design. Apple is also said to be working on a follow-up to the Vision Pro with an even faster processor, which likely won't be any cheaper than the first one. The Vision Pro is expensive to produce, with the $3,499 price tag being "at or near the cost to make it."
Apple is expected to unveil its Reality Pro headset at its Worldwide Developer Conference, which will offer VR FaceTime calls, immersive video, and an external display for connected Mac computers, among other features. However, the company has not yet discovered a "killer app" for the device that justifies its high price tag and drives everyday use. Sales of VR headsets have been lackluster, and enthusiasm for digital experiences has dimmed. Apple's near-term ambitions are prudently cautious, but the company envisions a world where knowledge workers wear headsets like this all day.
Apple is expected to unveil its Reality Pro headset at its Worldwide Developer Conference, which aims to serve a variety of productivity uses beyond gaming. However, the company has not yet discovered a "killer app" for the device. Meanwhile, Facebook's Meta owns roughly 80% of the market with its Quest and Quest Pro headsets, but headset sales are down 54.4% YoY, and revenue from Meta's Reality Labs division was down 50% last quarter compared to the previous year. It remains to be seen whether either Meta or Apple can solve the tendency of consumers who have bought the devices to toss them into a drawer and forget them.
Apple is set to release its long-awaited mixed-reality headset, resembling ski goggles, for $3,000 at the Worldwide Developers Conference on June 5. The high-tech specs are expected to replace tasks like making FaceTime calls, replying to emails, playing games, and browsing the web usually done on iPhones or Macs. The first-generation product is reportedly in a still-experiential mode, with Apple expecting a slower adoption rate compared to wearable products like its ultra-popular Apple Watch. The company envisions that the product’s eventual adaptation could add more than $25 billion to Apple’s annual revenue.