#beyondpictures — Public Fediverse posts

#Roblox’s stock plummeted after the company announced a shift in its #discoveryalgorithm, prioritising #longtermretention over #shorttermmonetisation. This change, aimed at improving the overall quality of the platform, led to a decrease in bookings per hour played, particularly among younger users. While Roblox believes this strategy will benefit the platform in the long run, investors are concerned. https://kotaku.com/roblox-tanked-9-billion-in-a-single-day-after-the-company-admitted-it-was-directing-fewer-kids-toward-viral-games-that-emphasize-short-term-monetization-2000722002?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Roblox’s stock plummeted after the company announced a shift in its #discoveryalgorithm, prioritising #longtermretention over #shorttermmonetisation. This change, aimed at improving the overall quality of the platform, led to a decrease in bookings per hour played, particularly among younger users. While Roblox believes this strategy will benefit the platform in the long run, investors are concerned. https://kotaku.com/roblox-tanked-9-billion-in-a-single-day-after-the-company-admitted-it-was-directing-fewer-kids-toward-viral-games-that-emphasize-short-term-monetization-2000722002?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta executives initially denied the existence of a #facialrecognition feature, #NameTag, in their #AIGlasses. However, CTO Andrew Bosworth later described the feature in detail, contradicting previous statements. The feature, which would be encrypted and localised to the user’s device, aims to help users remember people they’ve met, addressing the “cocktail party problem.“ https://futurism.com/artificial-intelligence/meta-exec-describes-facial-recognition-feature?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta executives initially denied the existence of a #facialrecognition feature, #NameTag, in their #AIGlasses. However, CTO Andrew Bosworth later described the feature in detail, contradicting previous statements. The feature, which would be encrypted and localised to the user’s device, aims to help users remember people they’ve met, addressing the “cocktail party problem.“ https://futurism.com/artificial-intelligence/meta-exec-describes-facial-recognition-feature?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta is partnering with #EssilorLuxottica to launch #MetaGlasses, featuring bold shapes, rich colours, and premium materials. The new line includes three frame styles: #MetaAdventurer, #MetaFury, and #MetaGlassesbyKylie, with 26 styles available at launch. Meta Glasses incorporate #MetaAI, offering features like hands-free capture, privacy controls, and over 8 hours of battery life. https://about.fb.com/news/2026/06/meta-essilorluxottica-partner-launch-meta-glasses/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta is partnering with #EssilorLuxottica to launch #MetaGlasses, featuring bold shapes, rich colours, and premium materials. The new line includes three frame styles: #MetaAdventurer, #MetaFury, and #MetaGlassesbyKylie, with 26 styles available at launch. Meta Glasses incorporate #MetaAI, offering features like hands-free capture, privacy controls, and over 8 hours of battery life. https://about.fb.com/news/2026/06/meta-essilorluxottica-partner-launch-meta-glasses/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Apple’s first #smartglasses are expected to launch in late 2027, featuring oval-shaped cameras, unique colours, and multiple frame styles. The glasses will compete in the $200 to $500 range and include built-in cameras, speakers, microphones, and turn-by-turn directions. https://www.macrumors.com/2026/05/31/apple-glasses-late-2027-report/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Apple’s first #smartglasses are expected to launch in late 2027, featuring oval-shaped cameras, unique colours, and multiple frame styles. The glasses will compete in the $200 to $500 range and include built-in cameras, speakers, microphones, and turn-by-turn directions. https://www.macrumors.com/2026/05/31/apple-glasses-late-2027-report/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Xreal, a #smartglasses company and #Google partner, believes it has overcome the industry’s challenges of bulky design and limited software. Their latest model, #Aura, features #OLED displays and a tethered “puck” for enhanced functionality, including immersive apps and hand-tracking capabilities. https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/24/xreal-googles-smartglasses-partner-thinks-it-has-finally-mastered-this-notoriously-tricky-industry/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Xreal, a #smartglasses company and #Google partner, believes it has overcome the industry’s challenges of bulky design and limited software. Their latest model, #Aura, features #OLED displays and a tethered “puck” for enhanced functionality, including immersive apps and hand-tracking capabilities. https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/24/xreal-googles-smartglasses-partner-thinks-it-has-finally-mastered-this-notoriously-tricky-industry/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Google unveiled its first audio #smartglasses at its I/O conference, partnering with Samsung and eyewear makers Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses, featuring the #Gemini assistant, will be compatible with Android and iOS devices and available later this year. Google aims to compete with Meta’s successful smart glasses and Apple’s rumoured smart glasses. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/19/google-gives-first-glimpse-of-new-ai-glasses-ahead-of-fall-launch-.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Google unveiled its first audio #smartglasses at its I/O conference, partnering with Samsung and eyewear makers Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses, featuring the #Gemini assistant, will be compatible with Android and iOS devices and available later this year. Google aims to compete with Meta’s successful smart glasses and Apple’s rumoured smart glasses. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/19/google-gives-first-glimpse-of-new-ai-glasses-ahead-of-fall-launch-.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Roblox will require #ageverification for users aged nine and older to access certain games. This change is part of the rollout of new #RobloxKids and #RobloxSelect accounts, which have different levels of protections for different age groups. https://www.theverge.com/games/910218/roblox-age-verification-check-games-kids-select-accounts?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Roblox will require #ageverification for users aged nine and older to access certain games. This change is part of the rollout of new #RobloxKids and #RobloxSelect accounts, which have different levels of protections for different age groups. https://www.theverge.com/games/910218/roblox-age-verification-check-games-kids-select-accounts?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#BeyondPictures 🕹️ The #Metaverse focuses on #technews about #3D #virtualworlds, XR, VR, MR, AR in society, economy, media, science.

#OldMedia 🎥 Over 100 years ago the foundations of modern film were laid paving the way for all #audiovisualmedia.

#NewMedia 🚀 After more than a century, we’re witnessing the birth of an entirely #newmedium something generations haven’t seen before: Are you ready, or will you watch from the sidelines?

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👉 @metaverse #news

#BeyondPictures 🕹️ The #Metaverse focuses on #technews about #3D #virtualworlds, XR, VR, MR, AR in society, economy, media, science.

#OldMedia 🎥 Over 100 years ago the foundations of modern film were laid paving the way for all #audiovisualmedia.

#NewMedia 🚀 After more than a century, we’re witnessing the birth of an entirely #newmedium something generations haven’t seen before: Are you ready, or will you watch from the sidelines?

👉 https://Metaverse.EU
👉 @metaverse #news

#RecRoom will be #shuttingdown on June 1st, 2026, due to #financialdifficulties and challenges in the #VRmarket. The platform will no longer be accessible after this date, and several features, including account creation and token rewards, are already disabled. Players can download their data, including photos and a final report card. https://blog.recroom.com/posts/schools-out-for-rec-room https://blog.recroom.com/posts/schools-out-for-rec-room?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#RecRoom will be #shuttingdown on June 1st, 2026, due to #financialdifficulties and challenges in the #VRmarket. The platform will no longer be accessible after this date, and several features, including account creation and token rewards, are already disabled. Players can download their data, including photos and a final report card. https://blog.recroom.com/posts/schools-out-for-rec-room https://blog.recroom.com/posts/schools-out-for-rec-room?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta and #EssilorLuxottica are preparing to launch two new #RayBan #smartglasses, the “Ray-Ban Meta Scriber” and “Ray-Ban Meta Blazer,” according to FCC filings. The filings suggest a launch is imminent, as they typically precede product releases by less than a month. https://www.roadtovr.com/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-2026-next-gen/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta and #EssilorLuxottica are preparing to launch two new #RayBan #smartglasses, the “Ray-Ban Meta Scriber” and “Ray-Ban Meta Blazer,” according to FCC filings. The filings suggest a launch is imminent, as they typically precede product releases by less than a month. https://www.roadtovr.com/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-2026-next-gen/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta’s recent decision to shut down its Metaverse project, despite a significant investment, has reignited discussions about the viability of the concept. #NealStephenson offers insights into the #challenges for immersive #virtualworlds. He highlights the impracticality of #headmounteddisplays, the limited #developermarket, and the importance of a compelling #narrative in driving user #engagement. https://nealstephenson.substack.com/p/my-prodigal-brainchild?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta’s recent decision to shut down its Metaverse project, despite a significant investment, has reignited discussions about the viability of the concept. #NealStephenson offers insights into the #challenges for immersive #virtualworlds. He highlights the impracticality of #headmounteddisplays, the limited #developermarket, and the importance of a compelling #narrative in driving user #engagement. https://nealstephenson.substack.com/p/my-prodigal-brainchild?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta changes course on #HorizonWorlds VR shut-down: Meta will keep Horizon Worlds running in #VR for the foreseeable future, but will not be adding new games. The decision was made to support existing users. https://www.lowpass.cc/p/meta-changes-course-on-horizon-worlds-vr-shut-down?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Meta changes course on #HorizonWorlds VR shut-down: Meta will keep Horizon Worlds running in #VR for the foreseeable future, but will not be adding new games. The decision was made to support existing users. https://www.lowpass.cc/p/meta-changes-course-on-horizon-worlds-vr-shut-down?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#FeiFeiLi's #World mLabs raised $1B in funding, with $200M from Autodesk, to bring #AIworldmodels into #3Ddesign workflows. The startup's models can generate immersive #3Denvironments and will integrate with Autodesk's CAD tools for entertainment and design. https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/world-labs-lands-200m-from-autodesk-to-bring-world-models-into-3d-workflows/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#FeiFeiLi's #World mLabs raised $1B in funding, with $200M from Autodesk, to bring #AIworldmodels into #3Ddesign workflows. The startup's models can generate immersive #3Denvironments and will integrate with Autodesk's CAD tools for entertainment and design. https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/world-labs-lands-200m-from-autodesk-to-bring-world-models-into-3d-workflows/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»How #AI, #gaming and #virtualworlds are reshaping #Holocaustremembrance.« https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/02/1166912?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»How #AI, #gaming and #virtualworlds are reshaping #Holocaustremembrance.« https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/02/1166912?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Roblox demos #AItool to build #virtualworlds with text prompts.« https://www.techinasia.com/news/roblox-demos-ai-tool-to-build-virtual-worlds-with-text-prompts?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Roblox demos #AItool to build #virtualworlds with text prompts.« https://www.techinasia.com/news/roblox-demos-ai-tool-to-build-virtual-worlds-with-text-prompts?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»The rise and fall of #Oculus: How #Meta's #VR ambitions once began.« https://www.heise.de/en/background/The-rise-and-fall-of-Oculus-How-Meta-s-VR-ambitions-once-began-11168684.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»The rise and fall of #Oculus: How #Meta's #VR ambitions once began.« https://www.heise.de/en/background/The-rise-and-fall-of-Oculus-How-Meta-s-VR-ambitions-once-began-11168684.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#NASA Crew Studies #Robotics and #VirtualReality Advancing #SpaceTech.« https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/spacestation/2026/01/27/crew-studies-robotics-and-virtual-reality-advancing-space-tech/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#NASA Crew Studies #Robotics and #VirtualReality Advancing #SpaceTech.« https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/spacestation/2026/01/27/crew-studies-robotics-and-virtual-reality-advancing-space-tech/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»On with the show: #AI and #virtualreality step in to transform #liveperformance.« https://projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/en/horizon-magazine/show-ai-and-virtual-reality-step-transform-live-performance?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»On with the show: #AI and #virtualreality step in to transform #liveperformance.« https://projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/en/horizon-magazine/show-ai-and-virtual-reality-step-transform-live-performance?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Roblox’s #ageverification system, implemented to address child predator concerns, is reportedly #flawed. The system is #misclassifying users’ ages, leading to adults being grouped with children and vice versa. This has caused frustration among developers and a significant drop in chat usage. https://www.engadget.com/gaming/robloxs-age-verification-system-is-reportedly-a-trainwreck-220320016.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Roblox’s #ageverification system, implemented to address child predator concerns, is reportedly #flawed. The system is #misclassifying users’ ages, leading to adults being grouped with children and vice versa. This has caused frustration among developers and a significant drop in chat usage. https://www.engadget.com/gaming/robloxs-age-verification-system-is-reportedly-a-trainwreck-220320016.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#TheMetaverse is a fusion of AR, VR, MR, XR and 3D virtual worlds, creating an interactive, immersive experience. And since #Digg is back, the metaverse is coming along for the ride: https://digg.com/metaverse #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#TheMetaverse is a fusion of AR, VR, MR, XR and 3D virtual worlds, creating an interactive, immersive experience. And since #Digg is back, the metaverse is coming along for the ride: https://digg.com/metaverse #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»Google’s Leading AR Glasses Partner XREAL Files Patent Lawsuit Against VITURE« https://www.roadtovr.com/google-ar-xreal-patent-lawsuit-viture/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»Google’s Leading AR Glasses Partner XREAL Files Patent Lawsuit Against VITURE« https://www.roadtovr.com/google-ar-xreal-patent-lawsuit-viture/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#JesseSchell’s 2015 #predictions about the state of #VirtualReality in 2025 were a mix of accurate and inaccurate #forecasts. While he overestimated the market growth and cultural impact of VR, he correctly predicted the rise of standalone VR systems and the dominance of social experiences. https://www.heise.de/en/background/Ten-Years-of-Virtual-Reality-These-Predictions-Came-True-11124196.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#JesseSchell’s 2015 #predictions about the state of #VirtualReality in 2025 were a mix of accurate and inaccurate #forecasts. While he overestimated the market growth and cultural impact of VR, he correctly predicted the rise of standalone VR systems and the dominance of social experiences. https://www.heise.de/en/background/Ten-Years-of-Virtual-Reality-These-Predictions-Came-True-11124196.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

The #Nintendo #PowerGlove, a pioneering but flawed motion-control device from the late 1980s, is the subject of a new episode of Version History. The podcast explores the Power Glove’s origins, its shortcomings, and its lasting impact on gaming and #VR technology. https://www.theverge.com/podcast/850556/nintendo-power-glove-version-history?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

The #Nintendo #PowerGlove, a pioneering but flawed motion-control device from the late 1980s, is the subject of a new episode of Version History. The podcast explores the Power Glove’s origins, its shortcomings, and its lasting impact on gaming and #VR technology. https://www.theverge.com/podcast/850556/nintendo-power-glove-version-history?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Teen builds an award-winning #virtualreality #prototype thanks to free MIT courses.« https://news.mit.edu/2025/teen-builds-vr-prototype-thanks-to-mit-opencourseware-1217?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Teen builds an award-winning #virtualreality #prototype thanks to free MIT courses.« https://news.mit.edu/2025/teen-builds-vr-prototype-thanks-to-mit-opencourseware-1217?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Zuckerberg’s #MetaverseDream Is Fading… But His #Glasses Are Taking Over.« https://www.xrtoday.com/augmented-reality/ar-wearables-meta-pivot/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Zuckerberg’s #MetaverseDream Is Fading… But His #Glasses Are Taking Over.« https://www.xrtoday.com/augmented-reality/ar-wearables-meta-pivot/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Netflix acquired #ReadyPlayerMe, an Estonian #avatarcreation platform, to build #avatars for its subscribers. The acquisition aligns with Netflix’s shift in #gamingstrategy towards #TVbased #games and #interactiveexperiences. https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/19/netflix-acquires-gaming-avatar-maker-ready-player-me/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Netflix acquired #ReadyPlayerMe, an Estonian #avatarcreation platform, to build #avatars for its subscribers. The acquisition aligns with Netflix’s shift in #gamingstrategy towards #TVbased #games and #interactiveexperiences. https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/19/netflix-acquires-gaming-avatar-maker-ready-player-me/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»For fans of #MarioKart: #VRraces with real #electrickarts announced.« https://www.heise.de/en/news/For-fans-of-Mario-Kart-VR-races-with-real-electric-karts-announced-11066328.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»For fans of #MarioKart: #VRraces with real #electrickarts announced.« https://www.heise.de/en/news/For-fans-of-Mario-Kart-VR-races-with-real-electric-karts-announced-11066328.html?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Valve announced #SteamFrame, a standalone #VRheadset launching in early 2026. It features a lightweight modular design, runs a #VR version of #SteamOS, and can stream #games from a #PC using a #wirelessdongle. The headset offers standalone VR experiences and wireless PC VR streaming with foveated streaming and a dedicated 6GHz Wi-Fi 6E hotspot. https://www.uploadvr.com/valve-steam-frame-hands-on-impressions/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

#Valve announced #SteamFrame, a standalone #VRheadset launching in early 2026. It features a lightweight modular design, runs a #VR version of #SteamOS, and can stream #games from a #PC using a #wirelessdongle. The headset offers standalone VR experiences and wireless PC VR streaming with foveated streaming and a dedicated 6GHz Wi-Fi 6E hotspot. https://www.uploadvr.com/valve-steam-frame-hands-on-impressions/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Disney and #Fortnite show hints of budding metaverse with new #Disneyland #game.« https://www.theverge.com/games/813723/fortnite-disneyland-game-rush-launch-metaverse?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»#Disney and #Fortnite show hints of budding metaverse with new #Disneyland #game.« https://www.theverge.com/games/813723/fortnite-disneyland-game-rush-launch-metaverse?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»What 5 companies are doing in #themetaverse.« https://techcrunch.com/sponsor/nvidia/what-5-companies-are-doing-in-the-metaverse/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures

»What 5 companies are doing in #themetaverse.« https://techcrunch.com/sponsor/nvidia/what-5-companies-are-doing-in-the-metaverse/?Metaver.se #Metaverse #VirtualWorlds #XR #VR #MR #AR #BeyondPictures