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StarVR Shows What VR Should Be Like

By Philip Michaels published

The StarVR One headset offers a wider field of view and uses full RGB subpixels for a more realistic viewing experience. Now if only those features could reach consumers.

Creed: Rise to Glory Is Like a Virtual Reality Punch-Out

By Kenneth Butler published

This game brings boxing to VR in a way that feels just like Mike Tyson’s Punchout, but with your own arms and fists.

Tetris Effect VR Is Awesomely Trippy

By Sherri L. Smith published

The iconic game is making the jump to virtual reality.

Best Oculus Go Games

By Jacob Kleinman published

From dueling wizards to rocking out and beating baddies, these are the best games on Oculus Go.

Google I/O 2018: What to Expect (and How to Watch)

By Philip Michaels published

Google's annual developer conference starts on May 8. Here's a look at what Google could announce and how it will impact your Android devices.

I Won't Buy the Oculus Go or Lenovo Mirage Solo (and You Shouldn't, Either)

By Mark Spoonauer published

New stand-alone VR headsets that are truly wireless are a step forward for virtual reality enthusiasts — and that's the problem.

I Used HoloLens to Fix a Factory Line and Design a 3D Floorplan

By Andrew E. Freedman published

We went hands-on with Microsoft's new Mixed Reality tools for collaboration and frontline work.

Lenovo Mirage Solo Review: A Bold (and Bulky) Step Forward for Wireless VR

By Sherri L. Smith published

The Lenovo Mirage Solo with Daydream delivers a true stand-alone virtual-reality experience with the ability to move around, but it has some drawbacks.

Star Wars: Jedi Challenges Review - It’s Lightsaber Bliss

By Sherri L. Smith published

Star Wars: Jedi Challenges offers hours of fun with a lightsaber replica and smartphone-powered AR headset, though the tracking could be better.

Here's a Peek at Oculus' Next VR Headset

By Philip Michaels published

The Half Dome headset uses varifocal lenses that adjust so that close-up objects appear in focus. It also increases the field of view to 140 degrees.

Oculus Go Review Roundup: Wireless VR Done (Mostly) Right

By Andrew E. Freedman published

Facebook's first standalone VR headset, the $199 Oculus Go, is here, but is it the mainstream device we hoped for?

Apple Has AR/VR Headset in Works (Report)

By Sherri L. Smith published

Apple is working on a headset to support both augmented and virtual reality and launch sometime in 2020, according to a report.

What Are Google's AIY Kits and What Can You Do with Them?

By Don Reisinger published

A new "AIY" kit can give you everything you need to create AI experiences.

HTC Vive Pro Review: A Brilliant VR Headset, at a Cost

By Sherri L. Smith published

HTC’s latest is the best VR headset on the market by some measure. But that greatness comes with some unknowns.

Oculus Go Hands-on: Untethered Simplicity

By Michael Andronico published

The Oculus Go could be the most accessible entry point yet to virtual reality.

Can’t Reach Oculus Rift Runtime Service? Here’s How to Fix the Error

By Andrew E. Freedman published

Right now, seemingly every Oculus Rift in the world isn't working, but Oculus has a fix.

Oculus Rift vs. HTC Vive: The Rift Is Best All Around

By Sherri L. Smith published

We put the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive head-to-head, and the Rift provided the best overall VR experience.

Magic Leap: Everything You Need to Know

By Michael Andronico published

Magic Leap promises game-changing mixed-reality experiences. But what is the technology, and how does it work?

Meet Tactical Haptics' New Transformable VR Controllers

By Kevin Carbotte published

Tactical Haptics's transforming VR controller lets you wield a sword, use a two-handed weapon and drive a car without leaving VR.

Lenovo's Mirage Solo VR Headset Ditches Phones and Cords

By Sherri L. Smith published

The future of VR lies in self-contained systems and Lenovo's leading the charge.

HTC Vive WiGig Wireless Upgrade Is Coming in Q3 2018

By Tom's Guide Staff, Kevin Carbotte, Tom's Hardware published

HTC today announced that later this year it would release a wireless accessory for the Vive based on Intel’s WiGig technology.

Humaneyes Vuze+ Is a 3D 360 Camera for 'Prosumers'

By Tom's Hardware News Team, Kevin Carbotte, Tom's Hardware published

HumanEyes introduced Vuze+, which includes improved lenses, better audio capture hardware, and stronger dust and water protection.

Intel Shows Off Our Wild Future of VR and Autos

By Andrew E. Freedman published

Intel’s CES 2018 keynote discussed the role of data in the future of VR, sports, movies, computing and autonomous transportation.

HTC Vive Pro Hands-on: I Just Performed Surgery in VR

By Sherri L. Smith published

There's more to virtual reality than blasting baddies, climbing mountains and exploring dungeons.

HP Omen X Compact Desktop Review: True VR Freedom

By Sherri L. Smith published

Editor's Choice

The HP Omen X Compact Desktop PC P1000-010 cuts the cord on PC-powered VR headsets for an immersive, free-moving virtual-reality experience that functions as a powerful desktop.

HP VR1000-100 Review: This VR Headset Needs More Apps

By Sherri L. Smith published

The HP Windows Mixed Reality Headset VR1000-100 offers a portable, plug-and-play virtual reality option that can work with integrated and discrete graphics.

Google Daydream View (2017) Review: Small Changes Make a Big Impact

By Sherri L. Smith published

Editor's Choice

The updated Google Daydream View headset offers revamped style, comfort and a growing catalog of VR content at an aggressive price.

Insta360 One

Insta360 One review

By Mike Prospero published

The Insta360 One is a 360-degree camera that takes great pictures for its size and has a unique "bullet-time" feature.

All Mixed Up: I Spent 8 Weird Hours Wearing Microsoft’s New Headset

By Andrew E. Freedman published

The Cliff House in Windows 10 Mixed Reality lets you use apps and programs, but it's not suited for doing actual work.

Microsoft Mixed Reality Headsets: What You Need to Know

By Sherri L. Smith published

Before you buy, learn the ins and outs of Microsoft's newest devices.

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