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Rokid Incorporates Alipay Into AR Glasses for In-Store Transactions

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Rokid , a Chinese company specializing in augmented reality (AR) solutions, has revealed the launch of in-store payment capabilities for its AR eyewear, in collaboration with Alipay. This integration enables consumers in China to make purchases through voice and gesture controls with the Rokid Glasses smart glasses, removing the necessity to use a mobile device. The payment platform is backed by Alipay’s digital payment framework and its multifaceted risk management system, tailored specifically for augmented reality applications. Rokid has indicated that over 250,000 units of the Rokid Glasses have been ordered already, with deliveries starting in June. How it operates: Users connect their Alipay account through the Rokid app and activate voice authentication. During checkout, they issue the voice command “Rokid, pay 10 RMB.” The glasses then capture the merchant’s Alipay QR code. Transaction details are displayed, and users confirm the payment verbally. Rokid mentioned tha...
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Swave Secures €6M in Additional Funding for Holographic XR Platform

Swave Photonics , a pioneer in holographic display solutions, has officially revealed an extra EUR €6M (USD $6.9M) in funding, marking a continued investment in the company’s Series A financing round.  The investment was spearheaded by IAG Capital Partners and includes a strategic contribution from Samsung Ventures. Swave indicated that this new funding will aid in the ongoing advancement of its HXR technology while also boosting the company’s market entry strategies. Swave claims it is working on the globe’s first authentic holographic display platform tailored for the Spatial and AI Computing era. The firm’s Holographic eXtended Reality (HXR) technology employs diffractive photonics to mold lightwaves into lifelike, high-resolution 3D visuals, aiming to establish “the world’s smallest pixel.” Swave asserts that this innovation effectively removes the necessity of a waveguide, enabling spatial computing technology that can accommodate various display applications, support a compa...
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HTC and NTT Officially Sign MOU to Broaden LBE Experiences Throughout Japan

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HTC Corporation, known for its HTC VIVE virtual reality offerings, announced earlier this week that it has inked a Memorandum of Understanding with NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com), a Japanese ICT solutions provider, to enhance the development of large-scale location-based entertainment (LBE) experiences throughout Japan. LBE experiences utilize XR headsets within real-world settings, enabling multiple participants to engage with shared virtual content in physical locations. HTC emphasized that its deployment framework is tailored for rapid installation with minimal renovations, providing greater adaptability and improved efficient spatial usage. As per the companies, the partnership will merge HTC’s LBE platform technology with NTT Com’s knowledge in smart venue infrastructure and networking. The objective is to create scalable immersive experiences that can be executed in current sports and concert venues, especially during off-peak times. HTC Chairwoman and CEO Cher Wan...
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Treedis Enhances Its ‘Flows’ Platform for Spatial XR Work Processes

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[embedded content] June 19, 2025 – Treedis , a developer of no-code solutions for immersive digital twin applications, has recently revealed that it has launched updates to its Flows platform, a no-code visual workflow engine crafted to assist organizations in constructing intricate, decision-making journeys. Treedis claims that experiences created within Flows are driven by fully interactive digital twins and are available on AR and VR devices, providing genuine spatial context for training, onboarding, and operational workflows. The company’s Flows builder allows users to link various stages of an immersive experience, ranging from safety-training routines in manufacturing facilities to guided tours in museums. To simplify the authoring process, the Flows builder incorporates a node-based visual logic interface inspired by well-known 3D tools, enabling creators to outline conditional paths by merely dragging connections between nodes, instead of configuring each interaction manu...
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Meta and Oakley Launch AI Performance Glasses Designed for Athletes

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[embedded content] June 23, 2025 – Meta, in collaboration with Oakley and EssilorLuxottica, has unveiled an innovative product line of ‘Performance AI glasses’. The inaugural model, Oakley Meta HSTN , merges Oakley’s athletic eyewear aesthetics with Meta’s advanced AI functionalities. With the introduction of Oakley Meta HSTN, Meta reinforces its dominance in a category where it has already established a significant foothold. The company’s vision for smart glasses is evident: integrate practical AI features with stylish eyewear brands that consumers desire. Its collaboration with EssilorLuxottica has been pivotal, enabling Meta to avoid design blunders seen in previous endeavors in the realm. Features of Oakley Meta HSTN The Oakley Meta HSTN is designed to facilitate hands-free recording and audio playback, equipped with a built-in camera, open-ear speakers, and IPX4 water resistance. These glasses are intended to enhance athletics and daily usage, empowering users to capture co...
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DPVR Unveils Seated VR Cinema System at Shanghai Film Festival

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DPVR , a developer of virtual and mixed reality (VR/MR) hardware and software innovations, has recently showcased its Seated VR Cinema Solution at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival. The company revealed its solution during the “International VR Screening Showcase” last week, presenting two VR films: Tales of the Cinema and Italian Film History in the Waterfall . Technology Driving the Experience DPVR states that its Seated VR Cinema Solution incorporates three primary technologies to enhance immersive film watching: 4K display with an extensive field of view: The experience utilizes the P1 Pro headset from the company, which boasts a 4K ultra-high-definition display and a 120° field of view, designed to deliver exceptional image clarity. Real-time head tracking: A multi-camera tracking system is employed to replicate head movements within virtual environments, facilitating seamless visual transitions. Optimized rendering: The rendering algorithms developed by th...
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Niantic Spatial announces partnership with Snap and showcases at AWE 2025

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Niantic Spatial , known for its geospatial AI technology, is demonstrating its platform and revealing various strategic initiatives at AWE USA 2025 in Long Beach, California. The firm has collaborated with Snap Inc. under a multi-year agreement to create an AI-enhanced global map intended for AR glasses and AI agents. Additionally, Snap will make an investment in Niantic Spatial. This collaboration was unveiled during a keynote by Snap CEO Evan Spiegel on June 10. The collaborative effort aims to integrate Niantic Spatial’s scanning technology and Visual Positioning System (VPS) into the Snap ecosystem via Lens Studio, Snapchat, and Spectacles later this year. Niantic Spatial anticipates that this will empower 400,000 AR developers to craft digital experiences across millions of locations while allowing 900 million Snapchat users to explore these Lenses and participate in extending the map. “At Niantic Spatial, we aspire to create spatial intelligence that aids individuals and ma...
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