Meta Quest 4: Here’s what we want from the next big VR headset
Meta's Quest 4 VR headset could bring an even bigger leap in quality than the popular Quest 3 thanks to generative AI, sharper displays, and a faster chip......»»
Watch 6 minutes of new footage from Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga for free
Watch six minutes of new footage from Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which previews Anya Taylor-Joy on a quest for vengeance......»»
Concerns over addicted kids spur probe into Meta and its use of dark patterns
EU is concerned Meta isn't doing enough to protect children using its apps. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Chesnot ) Brussels has opened an in-depth probe into Meta over concerns it is failing to do enough to protect ch.....»»
Meta shuts down Workplace, its Slack rival that never really took off
Meta is sunsetting its online communication app and telling users to move to a Zoom-operated platform by August 2025......»»
Facebook and Instagram were down for some users
Users reported that various Meta applications were down Tuesday night, including Instagram and Facebook.FacebookMeta services were down with outages centered around New York and California for a few hours Tuesday. Smaller outages around the country i.....»»
Instagram, Threads and other Meta services are down for some users
If you’ve been experiencing issues when trying to access Instagram, Threads, Facebook, or other Meta services, you’re not alone. Some users have been complaining about these services being slow or completely down on Tuesday night. more….....»»
What Meta glasses lack is what most excites me about Apple Glasses
When I tried Ray-Ban Meta glasses last week, I described the AI features as largely a gimmick at this point, but still making me feel excited for a future Apple Glasses product. Several commenters noted that the glasses do somewhat better when giv.....»»
Apple prepping big move with its Vision Pro headset
Apple has begun training international retail store staff on how to present the Vision Pro to customers, suggesting the device will soon land in new markets......»»
Meta unveils travel mode for using Quest headsets during flights like Vision Pro
Update: Three weeks later, Meta has announced the feature alongside a new partnership with an airline. Original coverage from April 18 below… Today I learned two things. First, apparently Meta Quest headsets don’t work on planes? I guess A.....»»
New surface acoustic wave techniques could lead to surfing a quantum internet
Researchers at the University of Rochester have used surface acoustic waves to overcome a significant obstacle in the quest to realize a quantum internet......»»
Google has a chance to take on the Quest and Vision Pro in a big way
Google could unveil Android XR as an alternative to Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest operating systems at Google I/O 2024......»»
NASA’s Quest to Touch the Sun
The outer layers of the sun’s atmosphere are a blistering million degrees hotter than its surface. NASA sent a probe to find out why—by getting closer to the star than ever before......»»
Stanford tech may help the transition from Vision Pro to Apple Glasses
While an expensive, bulky Vision Pro headset undoubtedly has its place for some, Apple’s longer-term goal is believed to be a product dubbed Apple Glasses: bringing AR capabilities into something with a similar form-factor and weight to conventiona.....»»
Trying Ray-Ban Meta glasses reinforces my belief in future Apple Glasses
I’m on record as saying that I think Vision Pro is mostly a stepping-stone toward an eventual Apple Glasses product, and that I think those are still years away yet. I feel like current glasses tech is giving us these partial peeks into that fut.....»»
Struggling Our Next Energy taps consultant to help battery maker raise funds
Electric vehicle battery startup Our Next Energy Inc. hired a Chicago-based financial consultant specializing in distressed businesses in its quest to rebound from a failed Series C fundraising round. The suburban Detroit battery manufacturer rece.....»»
Instagram users can soon cross-post to Threads
It seems that Meta is testing the ability for Instagram users to cross-post onto its Threads platform, which shouldn’t be surprising. The post Instagram users can soon cross-post to Threads appeared first on Phandroid. If you make a post.....»»
Professor sues Meta to allow release of feed-killing tool for Facebook
Section 230 immunity isn’t just for Big Tech companies, lawsuit says. Enlarge (credit: themotioncloud/Getty Images) Ethan Zuckerman wants to release a tool that would allow Facebook users to control what appears in the.....»»
Vision Pro support arrives for Duet Display and Screens to enhance your virtual desktop
More functionality for Vision Pro has landed with two new third-party app updates. The popular Duet Display and Screens are both now available for Apple’s headset. Here are all the details and features. more….....»»
New study delves into ozone"s influence on exoplanetary climate
In the quest for life beyond our solar system, a new study delves into the atmospheric dynamics of planet Proxima Centauri b, illuminating ozone's pivotal role in shaping planetary climates. This research signifies a significant leap forward in our u.....»»
You may soon be able to cross-post from Instagram to Threads
Meta is testing a new option which allows users to cross-post from Instagram to Threads. The move is likely intended to boost engagement on the company’s newest social network … more….....»»
What You Need to Know About the New WhatsApp Features
WhatsApp has rolled out new features, including a "more secure way to log in." WhatsApp, the popular global messaging platform owned by Meta, has rolled out new features including a different way to log in and an artificial intellig.....»»