Meta’s Metaverse Push: Big Salaries for VR Developers

Meta Platforms is attracting top virtual reality developers with exorbitant salaries, potentially exceeding $1 million annually. The company’s aggressive hiring strategy reflects its commitment to building its metaverse, despite significant financial investments and losses. This move contrasts with Apple and Alphabet’s pay packages for similar roles.

Meta Platforms Considers Licensing Horizon VR Program to Reliance Jio

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is in talks with Reliance Jio about licensing its virtual reality program, Horizon. This move aligns with Meta’s strategy to expand Horizon OS’s user base through partnerships. Reliance Jio, known for its interest in augmented and virtual reality, plans to utilize Horizon for its upcoming VR device. The collaboration could mark a significant step for both companies in the growing AR/VR market.

Ready at Dawn Studios Shuts Down After 20 Years, Citing Meta’s Budgetary Constraints

Ready at Dawn Studios, known for games like The Order: 1886 and the Lone Echo VR series, has closed its doors after more than two decades in the industry. The studio’s closure is attributed to Meta’s recent budget cuts and a shift in focus within its Reality Labs division. Despite the closure, Meta remains committed to its VR ambitions, particularly with the upcoming Quest 3 headset and its AR glasses initiatives.

Tandem OLED Technology Could Power Future Vision Pro Models

The tandem OLED technology used in the 2024 iPad Pro could be used in a future Vision Pro. LG and Samsung have been working on micro versions of the displays for headsets, but mass production plans remain unclear. This technology offers significant advantages like increased brightness, power efficiency, and potentially longer lifespan, making it a promising upgrade for future VR headsets.

Tubi Now Available on Apple Vision Pro, Expanding its Reach to VR

Tubi, the free ad-supported streaming service with over 250,000 movies and TV shows, is now available on Apple Vision Pro. This expansion marks Tubi’s presence on nearly three dozen platforms, making it accessible to a wider audience. The service remains free with ads, offering a vast library of content for viewers on Apple Vision Pro in the U.S., Australia, and Canada.

Thrasher: A Mesmerizing VR Experience That Transcends Worlds

Thrasher, a new VR game from Thumper composer Brian Gibson, offers a unique and captivating experience unlike traditional virtual reality titles. Its abstract visuals, ethereal soundtrack, and simple yet engaging gameplay create a surreal and mesmerizing world, making it one of the best VR games available. Thrasher stands out by prioritizing audiovisual experiences over traditional world-building, leaving players with a lasting impression.

Meta AI is Coming to Meta Quest VR Headsets

Meta has announced a significant update to its AI, bringing a smart voice assistant to Meta Quest 3, Quest Pro, and Quest 2 headsets. The update, rolling out in August for US and Canadian users, will enable users to interact with the AI using their voice and even have it see real-world objects through the headset’s camera. This update follows the release of Meta’s powerful Llama 3.1 AI model, which is open source and competitive with other leading AI models.

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