87 Weekly Report: Meta Quest 3 is officially unveiled; the VR version of 'Assassin's Creed' is scheduled to be released this year

Hotspots this week (5.29-6.4): Meta Quest 3 is officially released, priced from US$499.99; OPPO releases MR head display OPPO MR Glass developer version; Lenovo’s enterprise-level VR all-in-one machine ThinkReality VRX has been launched in some regions; The screen specifications of Apple's MR headset have been exposed; the VR version of "Assassin's Creed" is scheduled to land on Meta Quest this year; Niantic has launched the MR experience "Wol" featuring an AI owl, etc.

Industry News

Eighteen Departments: Explore the use of artificial intelligence, virtual reality and other technical means to improve and strengthen experimental teaching

Recently, the Ministry of Education and other 18 departments jointly issued the "Opinions on Strengthening Science Education in Primary and Secondary Schools in the New Era." The "Opinions" pointed out that it is necessary to assist in the construction of scientific education venues for weak areas and weak schools, provide equipment, equipment, books, software, etc., and explore the use of artificial intelligence, virtual reality and other technical means to improve and strengthen experimental teaching to make up for the lack of high-quality education and teaching resources. status.

Thunderbird Innovations and Qualcomm Technologies collaborate to create next-generation consumer AR experiences

On May 31, Thunderbird Innovation, a cutting-edge AR company, announced at AWE USA 2023 that it would cooperate with Qualcomm Technologies to bring groundbreaking experiences to AR devices. Thunderbird Innovation will develop a series of advanced AR functions based on the Snapdragon TMXR processor, continue to expand intelligent application scenarios, and enhance the interactive experience of AR glasses. At the same time, Thunderbird Innovation will also support the Snapdragon SpacesTM developer platform in the future to create an open and rich AR ecosystem for global consumers.

Musk’s brain-computer interface company Neuralink receives FDA approval for human testing

Elon Musk’s brain-computer interface (BMI) company Neuralink announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct its first tests on humans. The company is developing minimally invasive brain chips that it hopes will help people with disabilities regain their vision and mobility. Neuralink said it has no current plans to recruit participants, but the FDA approval marks an important step forward after a previous bid was rejected on safety grounds.

Financing Acquisition

RED 6 completed US$70 million in Series B financing to expand AR technology designed specifically for military training

AR technology company Red 6 announced the completion of a US$70 million Series B financing. This round of financing was led by private investment company RedBird Capital Partners, Alpha Edison, Boeing AEI Horizon X Fund, Lockheed Ventures, Accelerator Investments LLC, Washington Harbor Partners, M-Cor Holdings and the British National Security Strategic Investment Fund participated in the investment. The new funding enables Red 6 to continue developing the proprietary technology that powers its Advanced Tactical Augmented Reality System (ATARS).

American AR technology platform Squint completed US$6 million in financing

According to foreign media reports, Squint, a technology platform that uses AR to optimize factory procedures, has completed US$6 million in pre-seed and seed round financing. This round of financing was funded by Sequoia Capital’s Arc Europe project and Menlo Ventures’ venture capital studio Menlo. Labs led the investment, with other angel investors participating. The new funds will be used to expand the AR-based technology platform.

Yuanshang Technology, the application scenario provider of Yuanverse, completed tens of millions of angel round financing

Yuanshang Technology, the application scenario provider of Yuanverse, has completed an angel round of financing worth tens of millions, and the investors are individual investors. The new funds will be used for software and hardware technology research and development, team expansion and business promotion.

Yuanverse platform BurgerCities completed US$4 million in strategic financing

BurgerCities, a blockchain-based metaverse platform, announced the completion of US$4 million in strategic financing. This round of financing was led by Vega Ventures, with participation from SAYUAN Labs and Bitfly Capital. As of now, the company is valued at $50 million.

Hardware News

Meta Quest 3 is officially released, starting at $499.99

Ahead of the Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, Mark Zuckerberg announced more information about Quest 3. This new VR headset features higher resolution, enhanced performance, breakthrough Meta Reality technology, and a slimmer, more comfortable shape. This fall, Quest 3 will be available in all countries where Meta Quest is currently supported, priced at $499.99 for the 128GB version, and will offer additional storage options.

OPPO releases MR headset OPPO MR Glass Developer Edition

Recently, OPPO released the MR headset OPPO MR Glass developer version. The headset is based on Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Plus chip and will support Snapdragon Spaces. It is expected to be launched for Chinese developers in the second half of 2023. According to reports, the OPPO MR Glass Developer Edition uses binocular video perspective technology and is equipped with two color cameras in front of the user's eyes to provide a three-dimensional view of the physical world. This is designed for developers to help them create applications and identify the best use cases for MR technology.

Lenovo’s enterprise-class VR all-in-one machine ThinkReality VRX has been launched in some regions, priced at US$1,299

On the eve of AWE USA 2023, Lenovo announced that ThinkReality VRX, a new VR all-in-one machine designed for enterprises, has been launched in some markets around the world, priced at US$1,299.

Apple MR head display screen specifications exposed: 2 1.41-inch Micro OLEDs, 4000PPI, 5000 nits brightness

Ahead of WWDC 2023, a reliable supply chain insider has revealed details about the screen of Apple’s AR/VR headset. Ross Young, CEO of display supply chain consulting firm DSCC (Display Supply Chain Consultants), said that Apple’s AR/VR headset will be equipped with two 1.41-inch Micro OLED screens, and the peak brightness may exceed 5,000 nits (this will be higher than normal). levels of brightness). By the way, the screen brightness of the iPhone 14 Pro can reach up to 2,000 nits.

In addition, top investment bank Morgan Stanley analyst Erik Woodring believes that Apple’s AR/VR headsets will be mass-produced in October this year and “officially launched” before the U.S. shopping season in December. He also revealed that the starting price of this headset will be around US$3,000. Apple is preparing to produce 300,000-500,000 units this year, and production will reach 1.2 million units next year.

SenseGlove launches second-generation VR haptic feedback glove Nova 2, priced at $5999

Dutch VR/AR tactile feedback glove developer SenseGloves announced its latest innovation - the second generation SenseGlove Nova tactile feedback glove "Nova 2". According to SenseGlove, the new device will help improve the way users interact with the digital world, providing greater authenticity for virtual training, research and social multi-person interactions.

Priced at US$139, Ultraleap releases second-generation hand tracking module Leap Motion 2

Ten years after the first-generation hand tracking module Leap Motion was launched, Ultraleap has released a new version of the device. Currently, Leap Motion Controller 2 is available for pre-order, priced at $139, and is expected to ship this summer. According to reports, Leap Motion 2 has a “higher resolution camera, larger field of view and lower power consumption (25% lower than the previous generation), and is 30% smaller in size, allowing for optimal placement and convenience. ”

Game News

In addition to Quest 3, Meta also announced 25 VR games!

At the third Meta Quest Gaming Showcase held at 1 a.m. on June 2, Beijing time, Meta showcased 25 VR games, including 10 new games - "Asgard's Wrath 2", "The 7th Guest VR" ”, “Samba de Amigo”, “Dungeons of Eternity”, “Bulletstorm VR”, “Silent Slayer: Vault of the Vampire”, “Underdogs”, “Vampire: The Masquerade – Justice”, “Death Game Hotel” and “Powerwash” Simulator VR".

deal! The VR version of "Assassin's Creed" will be launched on Meta Quest this year

Meta confirmed that the VR game "Assassin's Creed Nexus" based on "Assassin's Creed" will be launched on the Quest platform this year. Ubisoft will announce more information at the Ubisoft Forward on June 12 (June 13, Beijing time).

The "Attack on Titan" VR game will be available on Quest 2, Quest Pro and Quest 3 this winter

The VR game "Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable" developed by UNIVRS was originally unveiled in December 2022. It was originally planned to be released this summer, but has been postponed to Quest 2, Quest Pro and Quest 3 headsets this winter. At the Meta Quest Gaming Showcase, UNIVRS announced the news and released a new trailer for the game.

Niantic launches MR experience "Wol" featuring AI owls

AR game developer Niantic has released a new MR experience called "Wol", powered by the 8th Wall platform's Metaversal Deployment and artificial intelligence (AI) technology, now available for iOS and Android devices, and Meta Quest 2/Meta Quest Pro headsets are launched.

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