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We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by guerrilla »

edd25 wrote: post #20
tux3 wrote: post #14

Earlier quoted context omitted.

HL Alyx notwithstanding, BeatSaber is a good workout.

Second this, VR is perfect for workouts. I'd also recommend checking out Sprint Vector if you have a decent PC for PCVR (via Steam Link) - I was fully drenched in sweat after a 30 min gameplay session. Gorilla Tag is also nice for workouts while being fun, no PC needed.

> Second this, VR is perfect for workouts.

So is the real world.

Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by ytch »

jillesvangurp wrote: post #11

The announcement is a bit lacking in detail. What are they actually announcing here beyond doing something related to XR? I talked to some IOS developers recently doing an app with some AR features. They were doing things with lidar and indoor maps on the iphone. I asked them if they were working on an Android version as well (I have a pixel 6 phone) and they told me that they tried but that the Android APIs are a bi…

The announcement is similar to Google acquired Android Inc, which helps them join smart phone war. Or acquire nest for smart home Eco-system. I guess they want to accelerate the development of Android XR.

Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by pzduniak »

fh973 wrote: post #19
tux3 wrote: post #14

Earlier quoted context omitted.

HL Alyx notwithstanding, BeatSaber is a good workout.

Flight simulators

And racing sims. Saves me money when I don't have to warm up as much before going to track days.

Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by gloflo »

guerrilla wrote: post #21
edd25 wrote: post #20

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Second this, VR is perfect for workouts. I'd also recommend checking out Sprint Vector if you have a decent PC for PCVR (via Steam Link) - I was fully drenched in sweat after a 30 min gameplay session. Gorilla Tag is also nice for workouts while being fun, no PC needed.

> Second this, VR is perfect for workouts. So is the real world.

You might be under a misconception here. The workout is happening with the real body in the real world. "VR" is just a medium of choice for extra fun and motivation, like playing a game.

Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by barrkel »

aboardRat4 wrote: post #13

Has anyone found any real use for VR? HL Alyx notwithstanding

Media consumption on airplanes.

Headsets are too heavy. Compute and battery needs to be somewhere else.

AR is better than VR. Passthrough with overlay opens up lots of interesting opportunities for AI learning about mechanical tasks, and AI feedback about what you're doing.

Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by maeln »

aboardRat4 wrote: post #13

Has anyone found any real use for VR? HL Alyx notwithstanding

There is a lot of usage: Video games, workout, 3D modeling, adult content, ... But most of them are pretty niche. Maybe they will one day explode to the mainstream, but, even as a VR enthusiast, I doubt it will happen as long as you have to strap a weird looking bulky machine on your face.

Re: We're accelerating the Android XR platform with a new agreement with HTC

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Post by thecupisblue »

aboardRat4 wrote: post #13

Has anyone found any real use for VR? HL Alyx notwithstanding

Boxing.

I love boxing, but having proper sparrings multiple times a week is insanely hard on the body and recovery.

Putting on my Quest 3 lets me enjoy a boxing match or two without any damage to my body and need for recovery.

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