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GTC18 - Keynote: the flash, the facts, the future

Thu, 29th Mar 2018
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A roundup of Jensen Huang's opening keynote at NVIDIA's GPU Technology Conference 2018, including an incredible remote driving reveal.
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Go on a VR tour of the Natural History Museum with David Attenborough

Mon, 26th Mar 2018
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Sir David Attenborough leads exclusive behind-the-scenes VR tours of London's Natural History Museum, crafted by Microsoft and Factory 42 for Sky's VR app.
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Intel delivers huge leap forward with 8th Generation Core desktop processor range

Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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Intel's latest offering steps things up a notch, increasing the total core count while infusing the units with company's Hyper-Threading Technology.
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Early creations with Google's ARCore are taking off

Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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While it's only been a few weeks since launch, developers are already publishing new ARCore experiences on Google Play.
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HTC Vive announces Vive Pro HMD's price, it's not cheap

Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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HTC Vive unveils the Vive Pro HMD priced at USD $1,199 alongside a USD $120 price cut on the current Vive kit, pushing for broader VR adoption.
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Intel releases a tiny VR-ready PC

Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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Great for VR enthusiasts and workload-heavy content creators, it will be Intel's smallest premium VR-capable system on the market.
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Weta Workshop opens new mixed reality facility called Weta Gameshop

Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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Weta Workshop has officially opened its newest facility, Weta Gameshop, thought to be the world's first specialist mixed reality development studio.
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AR/VR headset market forecast to rocket 48.5% in 2018

Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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​After its brief hiccup in 2017, the augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) headsets market is set to offer opportunities aplenty.
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Samsung and Disney create AR emojis for the S9 range

Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Characters from Disney films including The Incredibles, Zootopia, and Frozen will roll out throughout the year.
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AR to find more serious commercial applications on its surest bet, mobile

Sat, 17th Mar 2018
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Ovum research analyst Guillermo Escofet delves into augmented reality (AR) and whether the market has potential for future commercial applications.
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Haier and AUT partner to create AR charity campaign

Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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An augmented reality colouring-in mobile application will take the Big Hoot art trail from the streets of Auckland to kids nationwide.
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NZ entrepreneurs launch interactive learning 'games' for kids

Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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The Zingoshi Chronicles, a transmedia project created by two New Zealand entrepreneurs comprises books, video games, and eventually a TV series.
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Moviegoers hold on to your popcorn, HOYTS is creating VR cinemas

Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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HOYTS partners with VRX Networks to bring VR cinemas to Australia, starting in March. Initial rollout includes HOYTS Highpoint, with four more locations soon.
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Bose unveils audio AR glasses, $50m funding for startups innovating for it

Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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Rather than superimposing visual objects on the real world, Bose AR adds an audible layer of information and experiences.
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Sony launches VR audio technology

Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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Sony unveiled Sonic Surf VR, a unique suite of spatial audio technology combined with new multi-channel speakers.
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Auckland iwi uses AR to bring their stories to life

Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Auckland iwi Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei brings legend Owāku to life using AR tech by Datacom and Microsoft's Hololens, engaging visitors at Bastion Point Marae.
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Fonterra steps into the realm of VR with new training program

Wed, 7th Mar 2018
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Fonterra and Beca have launched VR health and safety training, allowing employees to navigate sites virtually, reducing onboarding times and enhancing safety.
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Auckland Pride Parade immortalised in virtual reality

Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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Auckland's 2018 Pride Parade, with vivid lights, colours, and performances, is now immortalised in a stunning VR time-lapse video shot by Basement One.
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YOU'RE INVITED: Explore how interactive VR can give your business a competitive edge

Wed, 28th Feb 2018
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Attendees will also go into the draw to win dinner for two at the Rydges Auckland in a one-of-a-kind dining in the dark experience.
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The University of Auckland gets its own AR expert

Mon, 26th Feb 2018
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The University of Auckland welcomes leading AR expert Professor Mark Billinghurst, boosting their AR capabilities at the Bioengineering Institute.