VirtualReality
Bored Ape Yacht Club is making a comeback — as a metaverse
Bored Ape Yacht Club is making a comeback — as a metaverse The Bored Ape Yacht Club is making a comeback as a metaverse experience. The virtual clubhouse, which was first introduced in 2021, has been recreated in the metaverse for fans to explore. Players can visit the clubhouse and interact with other users, but […]
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Astronauts can get motion sick while splashing back down to Earth – virtual reality headsets could help them stay sharp
Astronauts can get motion sick while splashing back down to Earth – virtual reality headsets could help them stay sharp Astronauts can experience motion sickness during splashdown due to conflicting sensory inputs from their vestibular system and brain, which can impair their ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. The conflict arises when astronauts’ brains […]
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Meta’s prototype headsets show off the future of mixed reality
Meta’s prototype headsets show off the future of mixed reality Meta is showcasing prototype headsets at SIGGRAPH 2025 that could be a glimpse into the future of mixed reality. The “Tiramisu” headset boasts high contrast, angular resolution, and brightness, but comes with trade-offs like bulkiness and limited field of view. The “Boba 3” and “Boba […]
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Meta’s reportedly shopping for exclusive content on its upcoming VR headset
Meta’s reportedly shopping for exclusive content on its upcoming VR headset Meta is reportedly shopping for exclusive content for its upcoming VR headset “Loma”, which may be similar to the recently rumored “Puffin” headset. The Wall Street Journal reports that Meta is seeking new and existing licensed content, including VR or timed exclusives, for Loma’s […]
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Temporary anxiety can hamper learning
Temporary anxiety can hamper learning A recent study published in Nature Science of Learning found that temporary anxiety can significantly impact learning and spatial memory. The researchers used a virtual reality game to test participants’ ability to distinguish between safe and dangerous areas, and found that those who learned to do so showed better spatial […]
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Engineering students explore how to ethically design and locate nuclear facilities in this college course
Engineering students explore how to ethically design and locate nuclear facilities in this college course While nuclear power can reap enormous benefits, it also comes with some risks. Michel Gounot/GODONG/Stone via Getty Images Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. Title of course: Socially Engaged Design of […]
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