Augmented Reality: News
09 Aug 2019
iOSNow, you can use augmented reality directions in Google Maps
After keeping users hanging for months, Google is finally making AR-based navigation available in Maps for Android and iOS.
16 Jul 2019
SamsungSamsung is working on foldable AR smart glasses, suggests patent
Samsung is developing new AR glasses to take on the likes of Google Glass and Amazon-backed North Focals, as it looks to venture into this lesser-explored category of wearables.
03 Jun 2019
iOSHow to produce life-sized 3D animal avatars via Google search
In a bid to make information look-up even more engaging, Google is leveraging the power of augmented reality.
31 May 2019
YouTubeSoon, you could try lipsticks on YouTube: Here's how
Today, YouTube makes an ideal place to learn about beauty products.
06 May 2019
US MilitaryUS Military soldiers could wear smart contact lenses on battlefield
Last month, a group of French researchers developed a revolutionary connected lens to augment human visual capabilities in more ways than one could imagine.
16 Mar 2019
iOSNow, use Google Maps' AR-based directions to find your way
In a major move, Google has started testing AR-based directions in Maps, its wildly famous navigational tool.
10 Jan 2019
Technology#CES2019: Whirlpool unveils AR-backed oven to help you with cooking
This year at CES, leading kitchen appliance maker Whirlpool has unveiled a 'smart' avatar of ovens.
01 Dec 2018
MicrosoftSoon, US soldiers will use Microsoft HoloLens on battlefield
Soon, US Military soldiers will use Microsoft's HoloLens headsets on the battlefield.
09 Aug 2018
San FranciscoMagic Leap's AR headgear costs more than two iPhone Xs
After working in near-total secrecy for seven years, mixed reality headgear maker Magic Leap has finally started shipping its first product, the Magic Leap One Creator Edition.
31 Jul 2018
SmartphonesSmartphones of the future: What to expect in coming years
2018 has already seen some head-turners as far as smartphone innovation is concerned, with the likes of the OPPO Find X and Vivo Nex, and will see some more with major releases like the RED Hydrogen One, new iPhones etc. later in the year.
17 Jun 2018
AsusASUS ZenFone Ares, with AR and VR features, launched
Taiwanese electronics giant ASUS has launched its latest smartphone, the ZenFone Ares, in its homeland.
16 Jun 2018
Windows 10Lenovo ThinkPad P52: World's most powerful mass-produced laptop, launched
At the NXT BLD conference, Chinese electronics giant Lenovo has unveiled the ThinkPad P52, one of the world's most powerful mass-produced laptops till date.
05 Jun 2018
Mukesh AmbaniJio partners with Whistling Woods for setting up VR lab
Reliance Jio has announced a partnership with Whistling Woods International (WWI), a film communication, and media arts institute, to set up a dedicated development lab for the virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) industry.
05 Jun 2018
iOSApple's WWDC 2018: Here are the major updates
Apple's hugely-awaited Worldwide Developers Conference 2018 kicked off on Monday, and CEO Tim Cook took the stage to announce new software features for Apple's four operating systems - iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS.
29 Apr 2018
AppleApple developing headset with both AR and VR tech
Apple is reportedly developing a headset which will run both augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies.
23 Apr 2018
iOSPlace virtual models inside real-world scenes with this app
California-based Superba AR has developed an app called Photo Studio AR that allows photographers to shoot virtual models in real-world locations via augmented reality.
22 Mar 2018
AndroidGoogle's 'Just a Line' Augmented Reality app is a must-try
In what is being termed as an Augmented Reality (AR) experiment by the company, Google has launched 'Just a line' - a free app that lets you doodle in AR mode.
15 Mar 2018
TexasBose announces sound-based augmented reality glasses
Audio company Bose has announced a pair of sound-based augmented reality (AR) glasses called Bose AR.
08 Mar 2018
Alibaba GroupAR start-up Magic Leap raises $461 million from Saudi government
Florida-based augmented reality (AR) startup Magic Leap has raised $461 million in the second phase of its series D funding round.
05 Mar 2018
YouTubeGoogle unveils feature that lets users swap backgrounds on YouTube
Google has rolled out a new feature that lets users swap backgrounds on YouTube without requiring a green screen.
24 Feb 2018
GoogleGoogle launches its Augmented Reality system on 100 million devices
Google has launched its Augmented Reality system ARCore on 13 smartphones, including all Pixel phones, recent Samsung flagship phones, and OnePlus 5.
07 Feb 2018
GoogleGoogle's Motion Stills app gets augmented reality upgrade
Google's Motion Stills app, a video and GIF editing platform, is getting an augmented reality (AR) update.
03 Feb 2018
IntelIntel to launch augmented reality glasses in 2018: Reports
According to media reports, Intel is set to launch augmented reality (AR) glasses in 2018.
26 Jan 2018
iPhoneApple announces iOS 11.3: Know what's new in latest update
Apple has previewed iOS 11.3 - the upcoming update to its latest operating system - that's arriving "this spring" for users; the developer beta has been released.
25 Jan 2018
iOSGoogle to add Augmented Reality's magic to Chrome
After launching ARCore Augmented Reality platform last year, Google is now experimenting to integrate AR directly into desktop and mobile web platforms through Google Chrome.
23 Dec 2017
MicrosoftMagic Leap: $2 billion in funding, product still not interesting!
After raising about $2 billion in the last four years, augmented-reality company Magic Leap finally has a product to show.
22 Dec 2017
iPhoneHere's what Apple is likely to launch in 2018!
Apple has really been busy this year with a lot of product launches. It has also been an important year for the Cupertino-based tech-giant in which the iPhone celebrated its tenth anniversary.
13 Dec 2017
GoogleThe exciting world of Google's Augmented Reality 3D stickers
After announcing "AR (Augmented Reality) Stickers" back in October, Google finally started launching the exciting feature for Pixel devices first.
09 Dec 2017
SmartphonesConsumer spending on mobile-apps to hit $110 bn next year
Globally, consumer spending on mobile apps is set to reach $110-billion (Rs. 7,08,950-crore), growing by about 30% in 2018, according to app-market data company App Annie's forecast report.
10 Nov 2017
iPhoneApple to launch iPhone successor "AR Headset" in 2020
Tech giant Apple is reportedly working on a "breakthrough product" to "succeed" the iPhone: Augmented Reality (AR) headset!
09 Nov 2017
Reliance JioJio to launch its own Virtual Reality app in 2018
After disrupting the telecom sector, Reliance Jio is reportedly planning to foray into the Virtual Reality (VR) tech space.
11 Sep 2017
AsiaApple has $256.8 billion in its cash reserve doing zilch
For a company that started in a garage, Apple has come a long way and now its financial reports show that it has a $256.8 billion cash stockpile, sitting comfortably in its accounts.
14 Jul 2017
IndiaAsus launches ZenFone AR at Rs. 49,999, a Flipkart exclusive
Taiwanese tech giant Asus has introduced its flagship ZenFone AR in India at Rs. 49,999.
12 Jun 2017
IndiaGoogle Daydream View VR headset launched in India
Google has finally launched its Virtual Reality headset (Daydream View) in India, for Rs. 6,499.
04 May 2017
AsiaApple has $256.8 billion in its cash reserve doing zilch
For a company that started in a garage, Apple has come a long way and now its financial reports show that it has a $256.8 billion cash stockpile, sitting comfortably in its accounts.
04 May 2017
NetflixVirtual and Augmented reality, this is what future looks like
According to a report, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality industry is projected to have a market demand of over $117 billion by 2022.
27 Apr 2017
TechnologyApple ropes in NASA tech whiz to bolster AR efforts
When it comes to scouting talents for its dream team; it appears that even outer space is not a deterrent for Apple.
19 Apr 2017
FacebookFacebook showcases its next big leap at F8 meet
Two billion users of Facebook are to witness yet another developed version of the social media platform following the annual developers' meet at San Jose.
18 Apr 2017
IndiaSnapchat brings AR to your screen, brace for awesomeness overload
Staying ahead of Facebook or providing a new feature for Facebook to copy? This is one question we are going to ask ourselves very soon.
27 Aug 2016
Shinzo AbeTokyo 2020: Gold, Silver and Bronze medals from e-waste?
After the spectacular Tokyo 2020 teaser, Japan wants to use the Olympics for making a sustainability statement.
