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Researchers at Penn State investigated how visual traits in service robots influence customers' responses to suggestions. In one study with 239 participants, robots were visually coded as male or female using color. Women were more inclined
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Vulcan, Amazon's latest robotic system, introduces a sense of touch to automate the complex process of picking and stowing items in its fulfillment centers. The robot uses an end-of-arm tool with force sensors, paddle-like grippers, and a vision-guided suction cup to manipulate objects
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A research team led by Seokil Moon and colleagues has unveiled a single-layer augmented reality waveguide display powered by achromatic metagratings, a major step toward slimmer, more ergonomic AR glasses.
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8th Wall and VIVERSE have launched a new game jam, inviting developers, designers, and students to build 3D and AR browser-based games using Niantic Studio.
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Snap has released Lens Studio 5.9, adding a Music Lyrics sample project that lets creators sync animated visuals to song lyrics using screen text, 3D objects, and Bitmoji. The project includes ready-made assets to help build interactive music experiences quickly.
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According to a LinkedIn post from Liang Guan, General Manager US, Rokid has announced its expansion across the Americas and is actively seeking resellers, distributors, and strategic partners for its forthcoming Rokid Glasses.
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Ray-Ban Meta glasses now support real-time language translation across all markets. The feature, activated by voice, enables conversations in English, French, Italian, and Spanish. Translated speech is played through the glasses
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Unity 6.1 introduces enhanced XR capabilities, including expanded compatibility with Android XR and Meta Quest. The inclusion of Shader Graph integration in the Universal Render Pipeline, along with Application Spacewarp, improves rendering efficiency on XR platforms.
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Hyundai Motor Group will begin piloting Boston Dynamics’ All-New Atlas humanoid robot at its newly opened Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia. Designed as a Software Defined Factory, the site integrates AI, robotics, and IT across logistics, production, and facility management.
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Augmedics announced the completion of its 10,000th augmented reality spine surgery using the xvision Spine System, performed at UConn Health by Dr. Isaac Moss. The milestone reflects the company’s growth since launching the first FDA-approved AR navigation system for surgery.
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WANNA, a brand under Perfect Corp., has launched a shoulder bag try-on feature in its Bags Virtual Try-On suite. The enhancement lets shoppers visualize bags worn on the shoulder
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Looking Glass has announced the launch of its new 27-inch Light Field Display, the company’s most powerful headset-free 3D system to date.