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At the upcoming SXSW Conference in Texas, Honda will give attendees a chance to try out a new mobility device called UNI-ONE that was specifically designed for mixed reality entertainment experiences. Users can steer the UNI-ONE without the use of their hands — they simply have to lean into one direction to move forwards, backwards, sideways or diagonally. The idea is to pair it with a mixed reality device so that passengers can enjoy a truly immersive game or activity.While that sounds pretty wild, Honda has been testing…

The TechCrunch team is in Barcelona this week to bring you all the action going on at Mobile World Congress 2024. You already know what we’re expecting, so sit back, relax and stay tuned throughout the week as we bring you the products, announcements and startup news from MWC that you need to know. So far, we’ve seen some big announcements from companies, including new Android features from Google, Lenovo’s new laptop concept and rollable phone concept and Xiaomi’s robotic dog. As MWC progresses, here’s how you can…

Qualcomm's Vice President of XR business division, Hugo Swart, has announced that he is leaving the company. This is an important time for the company, as Qualcomm is looking at major XR headset launches, including Samsung's first XR headset, in the coming months. Qualcomm's VP of XR leaving the company at a crucial moment Hugo Swart has been with Qualcomm for 20 years, and he is leaving the company at a crucial time. A few months ago, the company announced the XR2 Gen 2 processor for XR devices, and it has already been…

Jason Hiner/ZDNETApple's new class of product, the Vision Pro headset, comes with an impressive price tag starting at $3,499 at around $500, or about 42% of the retail price.If you think you can calculate a profit margin from this, don't bother because it's impossible to figure out all the associated costs, from R&D to assembly and shipping.Also, this isn't going to be like the iPhone where Apple sells millions. Omdia estimates that Apple will produce some 200,000 Vision Pro units this year, and "an estimated…

Apple Vision Pro is the hottest tech product in the world at the moment, and it comes with a pretty hefty $3,499 starting price tag. According to new research from Omdia, the mixed-reality headset costs roughly $1,500 to produce — that’s less than half the total cost.Originally reported by CNBC, Vision Pro’s hardware components are estimated to cost a total of $1,542. Unsurprisingly, the most expensive component is said to be the 1.25-inch micro-OLED displays which are manufactured by Sony. Sony charges Apple $228 per…

A number of people have been spotted using Apple's VR headset in public including while driving. Some appear to have been using the gadget as a stunt. Others may just have been just learning how to use the headset while out and about. The new technology has prompted safety concerns, with the US transportation secretary reminding drivers they must pay attention at all times. The reminder was issued after one Vision Pro owner was filmed using the headset…

pros and cons Pros Detailed imagery with improved passthrough More compact and comfortable form factor Rich catalog of games and services Accessibly priced Cons Battery life could be better (still less than 2 hours) Not the easiest to wear with glasses more buying choices This review was originally published on October 14, 2023, and was updated on February 23, 2024.ZDNET's buying adviceThe Meta Quest 3 that powers it. Plus, the lack of PCVR support on the PSVR2 makes it a no-go for enthusiasts who want the…

Picture the scene: you've had an enjoyable day of playing around in mixed reality using headset. Once you're done for the night, you carefully pack the Vision Pro away while leaving the battery pack connected and soft front cover attached. But when you wake up to begin a new day of work while wearing the $3,500 headset, you spot a problem: a hairline crack has formed on the front cover glass.That's a problem that at least a few users have encountered, according to a . It's unclear how many units have been affected,…

Meta/Apple We don’t often pit budget-priced competitors against ultra-premium technology, but the internet is buzzing over comparisons between Meta’s Quest 3 and Apple’s Vision Pro. Surprisingly, the $3,000 price difference isn’t the only reason that some people favor the Quest 3 over the Vision Pro. Whether you think of the Vision Pro as a spatial computer or a VR headset, there’s plenty of overlap in the Quest 3’s feature set that makes it worth checking out. You might find everything you want at one-seventh the…

The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro is a high-end headset that's packed with useful features. Designed with plush memory foam ear cushions, powerful 50mm drivers, and support for Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch, and mobile, it's a well-rounded headset that's ideal for a multiplatform household. The biggest downside to the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro is its price--typically costing $330, it's one of the most expensive options on the market. But if you've got the Stealth Pro on your wishlist, you'll want to head over…