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Article May 28, 2025

Revolutionizing Cultural Heritage: How Immersive Technologies Are Reshaping Our Connection to the Past

What happens when history becomes interactive? Explore the promise—and perils—of immersive tech in cultural heritage.

Yabsra Yihenew 6 min read

News Apr 25, 2024

A glimpse into an immersive holographic future

Could one day replace current virtual and augmented reality devices

Amara Angelica 2 min read

News Jun 19, 2026

MIT creates memory framework to help robots remember object locations over time

New system called DAAAM builds detailed three dimensional maps with descriptions so robots can answer natural language questions about their surroundings accurately and quickly.

Giulio Prisco 2 min read

News Apr 11, 2024

AI-powered smartglasses track gaze, facial expressions for VR/AR headsets

Google Glass Edition 3? Maybe not. :)

Amara Angelica 3 min read

News Nov 15, 2024

New VR/AR interface uses AI to turn your skin into a touch-sensitive controller

New interface method shows that we might soon control virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) environments simply by touching our own skin.

Giulio Prisco 2 min read

Mindbytes May 29, 2025

Vuzix and Ramblr Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses for Real-Time Industrial Guidance

Vuzix partners with German startup Ramblr to integrate AI-driven task assistance into smart glasses, enhancing real-time support for frontline workers across various industries.

Linsey Smith 1 min read

News Apr 1, 2025

New eye-tracking technology boosts accuracy

Researchers use deflectometry and advanced computing to improve eye tracking for virtual reality, medicine, and more.

Giulio Prisco 2 min read

News May 21, 2025

Google’s new AI plans at I/O conference

At Google I/O 2025, Google reveals upgrades to AI tools, smart glasses, and a pricey subscription to compete with other AI providers.

Giulio Prisco 2 min read

News Aug 25, 2023

Ultra-thin battery charged by saline solution could power smart augmented-reality contact lenses

Imagine lenses that flash data on our corneas, keep an eye on our health, or flag diseases like glaucoma or diabetes

Amara Angelica 2 min read

News Sep 18, 2024

Apple Vision Pro evaluated in operating room

Allowing for infinite digital space while relieving painful hours of standing

Amara Angelica 2 min read