MetaVRse Launches Canada's First Full Service Virtual Reality Agency
PRWeb - 2 hrs 42 mins ago
Toronto-based VR Agency MetaVRse has launched as Canada's first full-service Virtual Reality agency. MetaVRse offers a wide range of experiential marketing and event production, content production and consulting services to brands interested in harnessing the incredible power of virtual and augmented reality technologies.
Starbreeze AB: Acer to invest 9 MUSD in Starbreeze through 2-year Convertible Bond
Globe Newswire - Sat Jun 25, 2:00AM CDT
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN (June 25, 2016) Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353, LSE: ACID) and Starbreeze AB (First North: STAR) announced today that in relation to the setup of a joint venture for the manufacturing and commercialization of the StarVR Virtual Reality (VR) Head Mounted Display (HMD), the companies additionally reached a term sheet that Acer Inc. will contribute financing to Starbreeze through a two-year bond convertible into B-shares, corresponding to 9 MUSD. The bond will be issued under the Board's authorization from the AGM as soon as finalized terms are agreed upon.
Starbreeze AB: Acer and Starbreeze Boards Approve Definitive Agreement to form Joint Venture for StarVR
Globe Newswire - Sat Jun 25, 2:00AM CDT
TAIPEI, TAIWAN and STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN (June 25, 2016) Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353, LSE: ACID) and Starbreeze AB (First North: STAR) announced today that their respective Board of Directors have approved the establishment of a joint venture for design, manufacturing, promotion, marketing and sales of the StarVR Virtual Reality (VR) Head-Mounted Display (HMD) as previously announced May 15th, 2016 upon signing the letter of intent.
BroadMesse and Vizuality Studio Strategic Partnership in the High-End Virtual Reality (VR) Market.
PR Newswire - Fri Jun 24, 1:10PM CDT
BroadMesse and Vizuality Studio have agreed to a strategic partnership in the high-end Virtual Reality (VR) market. Vizuality creates customized, high quality VR solutions including a revolutionary high-resolution wireless headsets (wHMD) for use in their motion tracked studio (Arena Scale VR) and integrate innovative motion VR platforms which use ultra high quality content creation.
The World's First 3D, Holographic Virtual Reality OS is Coming to Indiegogo
PR Newswire - Thu Jun 23, 11:35AM CDT
SPHEER.io has announced their intention to crowdfund the world's first 3D, holographic VR OS in an attempt to lead the next evolution of computing interfaces. After five years of testing and development, the company has completed a working prototype of their operating system, which works with existing operating systems like Windows, Mac and Linux, with mobile OSs like Android and iOS and even with existing VR platforms like Oculus.
SpaceVR Selects Pumpkin As Prime Contractor to Build Overview 1, the World's First Virtual Reality Satellite
PRWeb - Thu Jun 23, 7:13AM CDT
SpaceVR, a venture-funded startup developing the world's first virtual reality hardware and software platform enabling users to experience space firsthand using any mobile, desktop, or virtual reality device, has selected Pumpkin Space Systems Inc. (Pumpkin) as its prime contractor to build SpaceVR's Overview 1 CubeSat bus hardware and space flight software.
Virtual Reality Developers Conference (VRDC) Announces First Standalone Event in November 2016
PR Newswire - Wed Jun 22, 11:00AM CDT
The Virtual Reality Developers Conference (VRDC), the premier event for creators of immersive VR (and AR) experiences, today announced dates and location for its second edition - its first standalone event. Bringing an expanded focus and new Advisory Board, the two-day event will bring together designers, programmers, business professionals, producers, artists, and audio practitioners to share best practices, demo new technology, create new business partnerships, and exchange ideas with innovators shaping the industry.
PHOTO RELEASE--Huntington Ingalls Industries Hosts Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart at Newport News Shipbuilding
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jun 21, 4:13PM CDT
Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) today hosted Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., for a familiarization tour of the company's Newport News Shipbuilding division.
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Pixar, ILM and Disney Veterans Launch Virtual Reality Entertainment Company CryWorks
PR Newswire - Tue Jun 21, 4:01PM CDT
Veteran VFX/CGI leaders Euan Macdonald, Hans Uhlig and Kymber Lim have co-founded CryWorks, a new immersive entertainment company aimed at creating and delivering breathtaking virtual and augmented reality experiences across existing and future platforms. Today the company announced a seed round investment led by Michael Bay's 451 Media Group, 500 Mobile Collective, and leading cross-border venture fund WI Harper Group.
Ampronix Presents the Latest Virtual Reality in Medical Technology for Surgical and Diagnostic Applications
PR Newswire - Tue Jun 21, 11:02AM CDT
The medical field has been slow to adopt the innovative frontier of virtual reality, which was conceptualized in the late 1980s. However, recent advancements in the accessibility of this immersive technology have led to its steady adoption by healthcare providers.
Friendable App Featured in Redfoo's Virtual Reality Music Video -- "Light's Out"
Marketwire Canada - Mon Jun 20, 4:30AM CDT
CAMPBELL, CA--(Marketwired - Jun 20, 2016) - Friendable, Inc. (OTC PINK: FDBL) announced today that the Friendable app was featured in Redfoo's new music video "Lights Out" released Wednesday.
SONIFI® and VRCinematic® Launch Partnership -- Bringing Virtual Reality to the Hospitality Industry Worldwide
PR Newswire - Fri Jun 17, 8:21AM CDT
SONIFI® Solutions, Inc., a leader in innovative guest engagement solutions for hospitality, has partnered with VRCinematic®, Inc., the leader in hotel destination Virtual Reality (VR) for sales, marketing, and in-room entertainment. Hotels and resorts looking to showcase their property, location, features, and amenities can put a prospective guest in the middle of the experience of their property. With no other distraction, they are fully immersed as they look around at each room or around the property, just like being there in person and narrated with key features and quality storytelling. From a walk-through of the property, to drone and underwater footage, working with SONIFI, VRCinematic® manages production, training and equipment as a turn-key solution. When a customer experiences VR, they are immersed in a way that is not possible through traditional sales mediums or marketing tools.
70,300 Attendees Convened to Experience the Latest in Video Games and Virtual Reality
PR Newswire - Thu Jun 16, 12:58PM CDT
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced today that more than 70,000 people participated in the week's events, including 50,300 video game professionals, analysts, journalists, and enthusiasts attended this week's trade show, and 20,000 fans attended E3 Live. The premier global video game event displayed more than 1,600 products from more than 250 exhibitors.
Virtual Reality Company, ImmersaCAD, Unveils New Website, App
BusinessWire - Thu Jun 16, 10:35AM CDT
ImmersaCAD, an innovative company bringing light to the emerging platform of virtual reality, has announced the launch of its new website, and its app, now available in the Google Play Store.
Global Virtual Reality in Gaming Market to Record Astounding 39.2% CAGR 2013-2019 Fueled by Surge in Online Gamers: TMR
GlobeNewswire - Thu Jun 16, 5:30AM CDT
The global virtual reality (VR) in gaming market for has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years owing to the continuous advancements in gaming technologies. Transparency Market Research, in a report titled "Virtual Reality in Gaming Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2013 - 2019," explores the impact of these developments from 2013 to 2019.
Resolution Games Announces New Localized Versions of Virtual Reality Fishing Game Bait!
PR Newswire - Wed Jun 15, 8:06AM CDT
Today during the 2016 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), virtual reality (VR) games studio Resolution Games announced updates to its popular VR fishing game, Bait! The game, available on the Oculus VR Store for Samsung Gear VR, has now been localized for several European countries including Germany, Spain, Italy and France. In the coming months, Resolution Games will be announcing localized versions of Bait! for additional global audiences.
Virtual Reality Trailblazer Felix & Paul Studios Closes $6.8 Million Series A Financing Round Led by Comcast Ventures
CNW Group - Wed Jun 15, 6:41AM CDT
Emmy® Award-Winning Studio to Use Funding to Expand Team and Production Capacity, Enhance Proprietary VR Cameras & Post-Production Software Suite, and Distribute Slate of Cinematic Virtual Reality Experiences Across Major VR Platforms around the Globe
MarketResearch.com: Market for Virtual Reality Products Expected to Reach $33.9 Billion in 2022
PR Newswire - Wed Jun 15, 6:03AM CDT
MarketResearch.com published a blog post providing insights into the market for augmented reality and virtual reality products and technologies.
Immerex Debuts At E3 With End-To-End Virtual Reality Solution
PR Newswire - Tue Jun 14, 2:00PM CDT
E3 Expo Booth E5010 -- Immerex, a virtual reality company that creates cinema-centric VR experiences, has made its official debut at the 2016 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) with the launch of its end-to-end virtual reality solution and next generation VRG-9020 head-mounted display (HMD). From movies and gaming to applications, Immerex unlocks a wide range of entertainment experiences with its carefully engineered virtual reality platform that is supported by proprietary technology, international connections and award-winning production partners.