Tag: Virtual reality

Are you curious about recent news in tech? From Google's back-to-office policy to new startup founders emerging after mass layoffs, these articles cover a wide range of topics affecting the industry. Learn about AI testing using poetry prompts and new laws impacting the gig economy.

Get ready for the gripping sixth season of Black Mirror on Netflix! Creator Charlie Brooker explores the human condition through wild imagination and technology, starring an incredible cast. Brooker's intention isn't to warn audiences about technology, but rather to encourage them to think more critically about their relationship with it. From gory monster movies to rumination on racism, this season will not disappoint.

Apple has released Vision Pro, its first major product in eight years, allowing users to create digital avatars for FaceTime calls. The headset's advanced machine learning and front-facing cameras produce hyper-realistic avatars that rival Meta's early virtual reality attempts. Building the product was challenging due to video conferencing's constraints, but Mike Rockwell, the lead on Apple's AR/VR team, expressed excitement about the result.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Chairman N Chandrasekaran discussed the company's investment in AI capabilities, despite global uncertainty in the IT industry, with plans to build AI-powered products and platforms. TCS achieved growth of 17.6% and an order book worth $34.1bn in FY23. The letter also highlighted potential investments in 5G, IoT, generative AI, virtual reality/metaverse, and digital twin. The company's commitment to investing in technology, innovation, and sustainability remains its top priority.

Apple's new $3,499 Vision Pro mixed-reality headset offers an immersive experience but doesn't mention the metaverse, positioning it as a successor to iPhones and Macs. It may account for 10% of all Apple's sales in 2030, says Gene Munster.