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Samsung’s upcoming AR/XR headset could have a shaky start

Samsung teased its upcoming XR headset earlier this year. The company announced it is working on “XR experiences” with Google and Qualcomm. Samsung's first extended reality headset is expected to run Google's operating system and use Qualcomm's processor. However, the XR headset could have a pretty shaky start as it reportedly decided to delay the […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
1 year ago

Samsung developing AR/VR headset with Microsoft

Samsung has already made waves in the virtual reality market with the Gear VR headset but it appears that the company is now working on another type of headset that would power both augmented reality and virtual reality experiences. A new report claims that Samsung is expanding its alliance with Microsoft and is working on […]

By Adnan Farooqui
7 years ago

Samsung releases a short film to showcase their Relúmĭno app

Samsung has released today a short film titled “Two Lights: Relúmĭno”. The film which features Korean actress Han Ji Min. and K-pop star and actor Park Hyungsik as the main characters, is produced by the Korean film director and screenwriter, Hur Jin-ho. The film is aimed at showcasing Relúmĭno, Samsung’s visual aid application for people […]

By Martin R.
7 years ago

360 Round is a camera designed for recording and streaming 3D content

To assist in the recording—and consumption—of immersive VR content, Samsung has introduced a 360 Round camera that's capable of both recording and streaming high-quality 3D content. Obviously, a device of such nature won't be everyone's cup of tea, which is why the firm's marketing it towards enthusiasts and specialists who demand a “superior VR experience.” […]

By Josh L.
7 years ago

Samsung is working on a Windows Mixed Reality headset with AKG audio

While brands like Facebook, HTC, Oculus, and Samsung are focusing on virtual reality and Apple is focusing on Augmented reality, Microsoft has made Mixed Reality a big part of its Windows 10 operating system. The company is holding a special Mixed Reality event next week where it could launch multiple Windows Mixed Reality headsets, and […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
7 years ago

You can now use 2D apps in VR, thanks to PhoneCast VR’s new update

PhoneCast VR is an app was released two months ago for the Gear VR. It makes various third-party video streaming and video player apps compatible with Samsung's virtual reality headset, allowing users to watch videos on a 200-inch virtual screen. Now, a new version of the PhoneCast VR has been released, which makes it compatible with […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
7 years ago

You can now meet 17th century artist Rembrandt in virtual reality

Samsung has been consistently releasing a lot of virtual reality apps, games, and videos for the Gear VR. Now, a new app by virtual reality studio Force Field has been released for the VR headset which lets users meet Rembrandt, a 17th century Dutch artist. The Meeting Rembrandt app takes you back to 17th century […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
7 years ago

Samsung plans to develop mental health diagnosis tools for hospitals using the Gear VR

Samsung is planning to develop various mental health diagnosis tools for hospitals using its mobile virtual reality technology. The South Korean electronics giant has teamed up with Gangnam Severance Hospital and VR content maker FNI for the development of such tools. The plan is to use Samsung's Gear VR virtual reality headset, FNI's VR content development […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
7 years ago

Samsung’s PhoneCast app makes various video streaming services compatible with the Gear VR

Even if you aren't watching 360-degree videos, the Gear VR is a great way to consume videos content. The internal video player brings you an experience of watching the content on a 200-inch screen. However, third-party apps are not compatible with the Gear VR. Now, Samsung has released a new app that makes various third-party […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
7 years ago

Samsung’s all-in-one VR headset is powered by Exynos processor, features eye tracking

Samsung's virtual reality headset, the Gear VR, is the most popular device in its category. However, you need a compatible, high-end Galaxy smartphone for that to work. Most VR firms are now trying to launch standalone VR headsets, and Samsung has been toying with the idea since a few months. Now, the company has showcased the Exynos […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
7 years ago

Samsung partners with BuzzFeed and NowThis to deliver more 360-degree video content

After partnering with X Games and Live Nation to deliver 360-degree live streaming of extreme sports and music concerts, Samsung has announced that it has partnered with BuzzFeed and NowThis to deliver more engaging and immersive 360-degree content, thereby extending its lead in the virtual reality market. BuzzFeed and NowThis will create 360-degree content, ranging […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
8 years ago

Samsung sold 782,000 units of Gear VR in Q1 2017

Samsung's Gear VR was by far the most popular virtual reality headset in the first quarter of 2017. The South Korean consumer electronics giant sold more virtual reality headsets worldwide than Google, HTC, Oculus, and Sony combined, which is super impressive. According to SuperData Research, Samsung was able to sell 782,000 units of Gear VR […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
8 years ago

Samsung may offer real-time VR broadcasting of 2018 Winter Olympics

Samsung is planning to offer real-time VR video broadcasting of the 2018 Winter Olympics to viewers through virtual reality headsets. This will make all the viewers feel as if they are right at the event. However, this will not be the first time that Samsung offers VR video coverage of an event. The company offered 360-degree videos from the […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
8 years ago

Gear VR gameplay can now be streamed to Facebook Live

Oculus has updated its Gear VR platform to enable those who own this Samsung virtual reality headset to stream their gameplay sessions directly to Facebook Live. The Facebook-owned company says that the idea behind this feature is to “share the magic” of virtual reality with your friends and family since it can be a bit […]

By Adnan Farooqui
8 years ago

The Samsung Galaxy Studio makes Samsung’s MWC visitors move

After a seemingly successful episode at CES 2017, Samsung decided to take the Samsung Galaxy Studio with them to Barcelona for the Mobile World Congress 2017. This technological playground is outfitted with five types of 4D simulators to prove to the visitors from all over the world that the future Virtual Reality (VR) is now. SamMobile managed to capture the different […]

By Daniel van Dorp
8 years ago

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