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The top technology buzzwords of 2021

Will Metaverse, Web 3.0, Blockchain and NFT change everything as promised by expanding our virtual universe? Or they are only hype? Find out about these technologies which became buzzwords of 2021

The top technology buzzwords of 2021
Updated On : 31 Dec 2021 | 8:30 AM IST

Apple's AR/VR headset may launch as early as next year: Report

Apple is working on the most advanced chips for its unannounced AR/VR headset and now a new report has claimed that the headset could be in customers hands sooner rather than later.

Apple's AR/VR headset may launch as early as next year: Report
Updated On : 19 Dec 2021 | 10:38 AM IST

How will metaverse, digital technology change the future of our world?

The future of digital technology will be three-dimensional, with virtual reality and augmented reality serving as building blocks, reports Neha Alawadhi

How will metaverse, digital technology change the future of our world?
Updated On : 14 Nov 2021 | 11:11 PM IST

Metaverse can pose an 'existential threat' to Facebook, warns Meta

Meta (formerly Facebook) is aware that virtual reality can be a "toxic environment" especially for women and minorities, and Metaverse would be an "existential threat" to Facebook

Metaverse can pose an 'existential threat' to Facebook, warns Meta
Updated On : 13 Nov 2021 | 11:21 AM IST

Understanding augmented reality, virtual reality and mixed reality

Today, wearable headsets are blurring the lines between physical and virtual worlds. This is enabled by augmented reality, virtual reality and mixed reality. How do they differ from one another?

Understanding augmented reality, virtual reality and mixed reality
Updated On : 05 Nov 2021 | 9:12 AM IST

TMS, Ep 36: Muhurat trading, IRCTC U-turn, Rebel Foods Q&A, and AR-VR-MR

What will be the biggest market drivers in Samvat 2078? What does govt U-Turn on IRCTC mean for other PSUs? How did Rebel Foods become India's first cloud kitchen unicorn? Get all the answers here

TMS, Ep 36: Muhurat trading, IRCTC U-turn, Rebel Foods Q&A, and AR-VR-MR
Updated On : 05 Nov 2021 | 8:00 AM IST

Virtual assistants become smarter

The hybrid work format has speeded up the use of intelligent virtual assistants, for customer-facing roles as well as internal enterprise management functions

Virtual assistants become smarter
Updated On : 31 Oct 2021 | 10:06 PM IST

Metaverse exceeds current virtual reality simulations tenfold: Sinha, Kumar

The metaverse is yet to become a reality but many industry leaders are obsessed with the idea

Metaverse exceeds current virtual reality simulations tenfold: Sinha, Kumar
Updated On : 23 Oct 2021 | 6:02 AM IST

Sign up for metaverse: The virtual world Facebook's Zuckerberg is building

A metaverse could change how we see technology. It is likely to be a virtual world connecting work, play, meetings, and more

Sign up for metaverse: The virtual world Facebook's Zuckerberg is building
Updated On : 20 Oct 2021 | 10:16 AM IST

Are you ready for sentient Disney robots?

Disney knows it has to devise a new generation of spectacular attractions rooted in technology if it wants to continue to vacuum up family vacation dollars

Are you ready for sentient Disney robots?
Updated On : 21 Aug 2021 | 1:40 AM IST

FB launches Horizon Workrooms for remote co-working in Virtual Reality

Facebook on Thursday announced that it is launching the open beta of Horizon Workrooms, available for free to download on virtual reality (VR) system Oculus Quest 2 in countries where it is supported

FB launches Horizon Workrooms for remote co-working in Virtual Reality
Updated On : 19 Aug 2021 | 7:18 PM IST

Tokyo Olympics: From 3DAT to robots, the Games that went high-tech

The Olympics this year were not just tech-heavy in these more visible ways, but also deployed technology to bring the Games to the world in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic

Tokyo Olympics: From 3DAT to robots, the Games that went high-tech
Updated On : 09 Aug 2021 | 6:05 AM IST

Covid-19: Future of work fast-forwarded with VR meetings, job sharing

From corporate offices to shopfloors, from vendor meetings to client servicing, Indian companies are - just like some big Wall Street firms - debating the pros and cons of remote working

Covid-19: Future of work fast-forwarded with VR meetings, job sharing
Updated On : 19 Jul 2021 | 6:10 AM IST

What makes Indrajaal, India's first autonomous digital drone system unique

Developed by Hyderabad-based Grene Robotics it can protect an area of 1,000-2,000 sq km per system against threats such as UAVs, incoming weapons, loitering munitions, low RCS targets autonomously

What makes Indrajaal, India's first autonomous digital drone system unique
Updated On : 29 Jun 2021 | 7:32 PM IST

How technology helped remote audiences to soak in Roland-Garros culture

Artificial intelligence, video analytics and virtual reality brought alive matches at the French Open tennis to remote audiences

How technology helped remote audiences to soak in Roland-Garros culture
Updated On : 14 Jun 2021 | 6:10 AM IST

Facebook acquires VR game developer BigBox VR for undisclosed sum

Facebook gas acquired BigBox VR, makers of the popular battle royale virtual reality game titled Population: One for an undisclosed sum

Facebook acquires VR game developer BigBox VR for undisclosed sum
Updated On : 12 Jun 2021 | 10:50 AM IST

Indian Defence has a 'Sputnik Moment' as it adopts artificial intelligence

The new-generation platforms of the Indian Navy give it an edge in developing new AI technologies that are becoming increasingly popular with military and industry

Indian Defence has a 'Sputnik Moment' as it adopts artificial intelligence
Updated On : 01 Jun 2021 | 8:46 PM IST

Shifting to the multi-cloud: VMware has adapted to work-from-anywhere model

Virtualisation software creates a virtual machine that acts like a real computer. This helps companies cut information technology costs by saving on server and storage space

Shifting to the multi-cloud: VMware has adapted to work-from-anywhere model
Updated On : 03 May 2021 | 2:56 AM IST

Microsoft showcases HoloLens augmented reality version of Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go created ripples in the mobile gaming market and now, Microsoft has demonstrated the game running on its HoloLens 2 augmented reality (AR) headset.

Microsoft showcases HoloLens augmented reality version of Pokemon Go
Updated On : 03 Mar 2021 | 1:20 PM IST

Sony working on next-gen virtual reality headset for PlayStation 5: Report

Sony is working on a next-generation virtual reality (VR) headset for the PS5 that will include an improved field of view, resolution and even a single cord to make it easier to use.

Sony working on next-gen virtual reality headset for PlayStation 5: Report
Updated On : 24 Feb 2021 | 3:40 PM IST