The Latest on Virtual Reality News

Valve has just dropped what might be the most significant gaming hardware announcement in years. Not an incremental update or a lone product. A full ecosystem play that could reshape how we think about PC gaming. Three interconnected devices are launching simultaneously in early 2026, and together they represent Valve's bold vision for gaming across every screen and form factor you can imagine.

When you think about the future of AR glasses, it's hard to get excited about yet another tech demo that promises the world but never quite makes it to your face. That changed when Google and Magic Leap stepped onto the stage at the Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh with something different. A prototype that actually feels like it could work in the real world.

Ever since the original Valve Index launched back in 2019, VR enthusiasts have been waiting for Valve's next move in virtual reality hardware. Well, that wait is finally over. Valve just announced the Steam Frame, a new standalone VR headset that can both stream games from a PC and play games locally thanks to an onboard Arm chip, and it is shaping up to be one of the most compelling VR devices we have seen in years.

When Valve's latest hardware experiments finally landed in our testing lab, one thing was crystal clear. This is not just another incremental upgrade to the VR landscape. The company that revolutionized PC gaming with Steam and redefined handheld gaming with the Steam Deck has been quietly working on something that could reshape how we think about virtual reality hardware. Early reports suggest Valve has confirmed plans to once again head into the world of VR headset hardware with Steam Frame,...

Apple's mixed reality headset just got the announcement that could finally turn it into a serious gaming platform. After months of speculation, Apple has officially confirmed that PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers will be available for purchase through Apple's online store, according to Apple Gadget Hacks. Starting November 11, you can grab the complete controller package with charging station for $249.95.

Microsoft and Meta's latest collaboration lands like a pivot point in mixed reality productivity. The Mixed Reality Link for Windows 11 and Meta Quest headsets is now available to everyone, reshaping how we think about workspace flexibility and cross-platform integration. This isn't just another tech partnership. It is a fundamental shift toward making spatial computing accessible for everyday productivity tasks.

Looking at the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses launch, what started as a controlled rollout quickly evolved into something more interesting. It turned into a live experiment in experiential retail, revealing both the potential and the pitfalls of bringing advanced wearable tech to mainstream consumers.

RayNeo just shook up the XR glasses space. The Air 3s Pro is a clean, confident step forward in display tech, and it does it with one number. Brightness. Crank it high enough and the whole experience shifts, from where you can use the glasses to how long you want to keep them on. Gaming, work, movies on a plane, all of it feels less like a compromise and more like a legitimate screen you can wear.

When the Samsung Galaxy XR controllers sold out within hours of the October launch, with limited restocks in early November, it said something bigger about what Samsung, Google, and Qualcomm pulled off together (Web Pro News). Those $250 controllers disappearing from shelves were not just another shortage story. It was a clear signal that the industry had been waiting for this exact device.

The real estate industry just witnessed a seismic power play that is reshaping the virtual tour landscape. Zillow announced it was pulling all Matterport 3D tours from both Zillow.com and StreetEasy. Another volley in an all-out battle for control over immersive property experiences. The move stems from CoStar's decision not to renew its API agreement with Zillow and the implementation of restrictive content usage terms following CoStar's massive $1.6 billion acquisition of Matterport earlier...

The premium mixed reality headset market just got a major shakeup. Samsung’s long-awaited Galaxy XR, launched as Project Moohan, is here to square up to Apple’s Vision Pro. With Samsung entering at roughly half Apple’s price, according to Android Central, this shapes up like the first real heavyweight bout in premium headsets. These are not small bumps. Samsung chases pixel density and clarity, Apple leans into desktop-class power.

The spatial computing landscape is about to get seriously interesting. Samsung has officially thrown down the gauntlet in mixed reality, with the Korean tech giant preparing to unveil its long-awaited "Project Moohan" XR headset at 10 p.m. ET tonight. This marks Samsung's direct challenge to Apple's premium mixed reality dominance, according to IBTimes. The timing could not be more strategic, Samsung's "Worlds Wide Open" Galaxy Event lands six days after Apple announced the M5 Vision Pro (Apple...

Samsung's latest Galaxy XR controllers are creating buzz, not because they reinvent VR, but because they keep vanishing before most people can click buy. When the company launched its ambitious Galaxy XR headset for $1,800, Samsung made a curious call, sell the controllers separately for $250. What happened next exposed a disconnect between the plan and how people actually use XR, the controllers completely sold out in the US within hours.

The gaming world just witnessed something remarkable when Disney and Epic Games launched Disneyland Game Rush on November 6. This limited-time Creative Island within Fortnite is the first tangible preview of a massive $1.5 billion partnership that could reshape digital entertainment. Most crossovers toss in a logo and a few skins. This one feels like a proof of concept for what industry insiders are calling the most ambitious metaverse project in entertainment history, with the full Disney-Epic...

The VR landscape in 2025 finally matches the ambition that has driven it for years. It clicks this year. What makes the moment pop is how Meta continues to dominate the market with an impressive 74.6% share, while serious heat arrives from Apple’s Vision Pro and the looming Samsung Galaxy XR. This generation feels grown up, with pancake lenses that cut bulk, processing power that enables true wireless freedom, and pricing that puts high-quality VR within reach for more than diehards.

When Apple released the original Vision Pro back in February 2024, it made some bold promises about the future of spatial computing. Now, nearly two years later, the company is back with the M5 Vision Pro. It still carries that eye-watering $3,499 price tag (Apple). The difference, finally, is that the upgrades under the hood address many of the complaints that held the original back.

Real estate technology keeps sprinting ahead, and Realtor.com just dropped something that changes how we poke around properties online. The platform has launched FlyAround, a 3D property viewing tool that turns static listings into immersive aerial experiences (Housing Wire). This is not another virtual tour, it is a reimagining of how buyers grasp a home’s setting within its neighborhood.

Property hunting just got a serious upgrade. Realtor.com's latest innovation promises to transform how home shoppers explore properties from their living rooms. The platform recently announced the launch of FlyAround, a cutting-edge immersive satellite viewing experience that leverages 3D Maps from Google Maps Platform. This technology-driven approach answers a real shift in behavior, with half of buyers now considering purchasing homes without in-person visits, according to Realtor.com's 2025...

Smart glasses are having their moment, and two standout contenders are reshaping how we think about wearable tech. The Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2) brings everyday sophistication with enhanced camera capabilities and extended battery life, according to Meta's official specifications. Meanwhile, the Oakley Meta Vanguard takes a different approach, targeting athletes and outdoor enthusiasts with rugged design elements and specialized features. These aren't just incremental updates; they represent...

The convergence of Apple Vision Pro and iPhone through spatial design applications represents more than just another tech integration, it's fundamentally reshaping how distributed teams collaborate on complex 3D projects. Apps like Onshape Vision are transforming flat CAD models into life-sized digital objects that designers can manipulate with natural hand gestures, creating collaborative experiences that feel far more natural than traditional video conferencing. The draw is simple and strong,...

Samsung's collaboration with Google and Qualcomm marks a real shift in smart glasses. The Galaxy XR headset, launched at $1,799, acts as the foundation for Samsung's upcoming Android XR smart glasses. Those glasses are designed for everyday wear, inside and out, putting them in direct competition with Meta's Ray-Ban partnership. The groundbreaking collaboration between Samsung and Google is reshaping spatial computing, with Android XR powering both headsets and glasses, a unified approach that...

Meta's latest foray into display-equipped smart glasses has early adopters buzzing with excitement and genuine praise. These are not the usual photo-and-music shades. The Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses mark a significant leap toward true augmented reality, with a nearly invisible heads-up display tucked into the right lens. Available since September 30th at $799, they are Meta's boldest step yet into wearable computing, complete with the innovative Neural Band controller.

The Samsung Galaxy XR has officially entered the premium mixed-reality battleground, and frankly, it is making some pretty bold claims. Priced at $1,799, it positions itself as the sensible alternative to Apple’s $3,499 Vision Pro while still delivering flagship-level specs. Here is the part that makes this launch interesting, it sets up the first real three-way fight in premium mixed reality, with Google’s Android XR platform providing the software foundation for what Samsung hopes will be a...

The Samsung Galaxy XR headset has finally arrived, a clear milestone for mixed reality. After months of anticipation, the result of a longstanding collaboration between Samsung and Google, the Galaxy XR headset finally hit store shelves on October 21st, bringing years of work from internal "Project Moohan" to market reality. It is the first device to use Google's Android XR platform, which positions Samsung as a serious challenger to Apple's Vision Pro at nearly half the price.

When you're eyeing smart glasses in 2025, you're basically choosing between two very different philosophies wrapped in similar tech. The Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 wants to blend seamlessly into your daily routine, while the Oakley Meta Vanguard is built for those who break a serious sweat. The price gap tells part of the story, $379 versus $499, yet the real differences run much deeper than that number suggests.

The convergence of AI-powered creation tools and integrated commerce systems is reshaping how we think about digital experiences. With nearly 98 million daily active users, Roblox has evolved far beyond a simple gaming platform into a massive ecosystem where creativity meets commerce in increasingly sophisticated ways. That scale creates perfect market conditions for platforms like VLGE, which are making it easier to world-build and shop on Roblox, democratizing access to tools that were once...

Smart glasses have been promising revolutionary experiences for years, but most have fallen short of practical daily use. CNET reports that Meta's second-generation Ray-Ban smart glasses arrived back in October with just camera and audio features, yet they've evolved into something genuinely transformative. Starting at $299 for the original model, these glasses represent the first time smart eyewear has crossed from novelty into necessity. The ZDNet analysis suggests the Meta Ray-Bans are...

Meta's latest Ray-Ban smart glasses launch lands at a surprising crossroads, real consumer hunger meets wearable tech that finally feels ready. At $799, they are not impulse buys, yet early reports say they are moving faster than expected. Early retail reports say most U.S. stores that stocked them sold through initial inventory within days; Meta says restocks are coming and it will double the number of retail locations.

When you think about the future of television, you probably picture bigger screens, better resolution, maybe some smart features. Meta has a completely different vision, one where your TV is not on a wall or a stand, but lives entirely in virtual reality. The company's new Horizon TV platform, unveiled at Meta Connect, is the boldest shot yet at making Mark Zuckerberg's 2017 prediction come true, that AR and VR wearables would eventually make traditional TVs obsolete.

Google Research has quietly unleashed something that could fundamentally reshape how we think about creating immersive experiences. The merging of artificial intelligence with extended reality isn't just another tech trend, it represents a potential paradigm shift in immersive intelligent computing, and XR Blocks sits right at the heart of this transformation. There was no public launch event; the release was quiet but has broad implications.

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The tech world is bracing for a big moment in mixed reality, as Samsung prepares to officially unveil its highly anticipated XR headset tomorrow. This is not just another product launch. It is Samsung's direct challenge to Apple's dominance in premium spatial computing, and the timing could not be more strategic.

Logitech's latest innovation promises to transform how we interact with Apple's Vision Pro headset. The company has developed a digital stylus called the Muse that brings precision drawing and 3D manipulation capabilities to spatial computing, according to The Verge. Think paintbrush, pencil, sculpting tool, all living inside mixed reality. The timing could not be better, as the device launches October 22nd at $129.95, The Verge reports.

The mixed reality game just shifted into high gear. The market has been buzzing about Apple's next moves in spatial computing, then the company quietly dropped what might be its most significant Vision Pro update yet. Not a tiny tune up. A leap that tackles the practical barriers that kept the original Vision Pro from hitting its stride.

When Apple announced the Vision Pro back in 2023, it felt like a prologue. The M5-powered Vision Pro is the next chapter, and it tackles the biggest user pain points while setting fresh benchmarks for mixed reality performance.

Palmer Luckey's journey feels like the ultimate comeback story in tech. When he first showed the world the Oculus Rift prototype over a decade ago, few imagined his path would run through a controversial departure from Meta, then loop back to his VR roots with a military-grade twist that has defense analysts and tech enthusiasts talking. Who saw that coming?