Neil Armstrong was the first person to set foot on the moon, and is famous for saying, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Now the American astronaut will also become a pioneer in the exploration of the metaverse.

Shopify, the e-commerce platform has recently acquired Primer, an augmented reality app which allows users to see the results of a home improvement project before getting their hands dirty.

It's been speculated that Apple’s augmented reality headset could launch as soon as the second quarter of 2022, according to one analyst.

Nextech AR Solutions has recently launched EdTechX, to assist university students receive a rich and engaging learning experience.

Ericsson Emodo unveils ground-breaking results from their most recent primary survey research study which dived into understanding 5G phone owners and their experience with 5G as well as explore the potential for AR advertising. Leading WebAR agency Aircards, assisted with the research, providing 4 different Web-based Augmented Reality experiences for survey respondents to interact with.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, video calling has become essential in the way we work, socialise and learn. However, as the pandemic continues, many are suffering with what has been referred to as “Zoom fatigue.”

Detroit has launched its first augmented reality art festival which began earlier this week, which is due to run throughout the summer.

Hotter Shoes has recently launched a new shopping app, which allows users to virtually try on new shoes from the comfort of their own homes with the help of augmented reality technology.