In a Twitter post, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said he believes the company will release multiple versions of its forthcoming MR headset over the next five years. According to Kuo, the first-generation MR headset will be expensive and higher-end, and the second-generation HMD will include two models, one of which will be less costly than the first. Kuo outlined his predictions in a medium post, concluding that the second-gen, more affordable headset will launch in the first half of 2025. The post also included information about who Kuo believes will manufacture both headset's pancake lenses. More: - Analysts believe the first-gen Apple headset will sell for between $1,000-$3,000.
- The first iteration of Apple's MR headset is expected to release in 2023.
- The HMD will run on an "iOS fork called realityOS."
- The headset will release after the company debuts the product at a "special event" in Jan. 2023.
- The MR headset will include two sets of pancake lenses for each eye.
- According to Kuo, the MR headset will feature pancake lenses manufactured by Genius, with a few of the lenses created by Young Optics.
- GIS will supply laminate the lenses.
- The lenses are estimated to cost between $30-$40/each.
- According to the analyst, the second generation of MR headsets will include pancake lenses manufactured by Largan.
- Kuo believes the cost of pancake lenses will increase over the next few years.
- He did not include a cost estimate.
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 Israel-based defense technology company Elbit Systems has unveiled a new AI-powered, mixed-reality headset for helicopter pilots. The helmets are intended for military use. The helmets use sensors outside the plane to give pilots a clear view of their surroundings and potential threats, even in low-vision environments. More, the helmets' heads-up display (HUD) will include real-time information about the aircraft, weather conditions, and other potential obstacles. The helmet features a binocular, full-color vision, with embedded, wide-view maps, high-resolution video, infrared views, and more. More: - According to the company, the helmet allows pilots to "see through the body of the aircraft."
- The company's "BrightNite" technologies allow pilots to view their surroundings clearly, even at night or in other low-vision circumstances.
- The program's LLTV cameras also highlight potential obstacles or threats.
- Users can affix Elibit's Systems' Xplore program to any aircraft. The program outlines flight routes, terrain, and radars for potential obstructions.
- The binocular displays cover 2,000 meters and afford the pilots a 100x50 FOW.
- The company developed the helmet for the "Future Vertical Lift" program and the Israeli Airforce.
- Elbit Systems is currently valued at ~$8.77B.
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Cadence Design Systems, Inc. acquired Future Facilities to create AI-powered digital twin simulations to help facilities optimize their data operations and reduce fossil fuels. Future Facilities creates 3D simulations or digital twins to analyze electronics and track energy performance. Users can incorporate the digital twin technologies "predict, visualize and quantify the impact of any change in the data center before implementation and during operations." More: - Future Facilities uses machine learning to augment Cadence's leading Celsius Thermal Solver and its computational fluid dynamics electronics.
- Data input into the digital twin can inform companies how to best leverage cooling technologies.
- The twins locate "hot spots" or other potential problems before they occur.
- Current users include Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Digital Realty, Equinix, and Kao Data.
- Terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.
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 Oppo plans on updating its AR Air Glass. The Chinese phone manufacturer's Air Glass is exclusively sold in China and is meant to connect to a user's Oppo-branded smartphone. The devices look and feel similar to typical glasses. The single-eye screen projects information onto the users' field of vision. Recent reviews of the glasses laud the product's ease of use and lightweight form factor and believe the glasses may augur a prototype for Apple's forthcoming Apple Glasses. More: - Users view information from their smartphones on the glasses' single-eye heads-up display.
- Air Glass connects to a user's Oppo smartphone via Bluetooth.
- According to an article published in The Verge, the glasses' limited capabilities are comparable to a smartwatch.
- The glasses are not intended to do much more than transform everyday activities — like translating speech or reading texts — into hands-free experiences.
- Users can use voice commands or hand movements to control the device.
- The glasses comprise two pieces: a pair of ordinary-looking spectacles and a magnetic AR monocle attachment.
- The AR lens is attached to one side of the glasses, thus making one side heavier than the other.
- Owners charge their monocle via USB-C in a custom case.
- According to the company, the Air Glass has a 10-hour battery life.
- The heads-up display overlays information onto the user's real-world surroundings.
- The AR display is easy to see except in bright sunlight.
- Users can choose from an array of widget-like programs.
- Air Glass wearers can utilize various displays, including weather forecasts, live clocks, real-time translation, wayfinding instructions, texts, or an AR teleprompter.
- The glasses are not equipped with a camera. However, future generations of the product may include one.
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Valve is hosting a VR gaming event July 18-25. The "Stream VR Fest" will feature game debuts, discounts, and exclusive content. This is Valve's first time hosting an event dedicated to VR gaming. More: - The event is intended to help developers promote their game titles.
- Valve has long held VR events. However, this is its first time hosting an event exclusive to gaming in virtual reality.
- Valve has not released a schedule for the event.
- It is unlikely Valve will debut any new content at the event.
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 PatrykLoan is creating a VR mod for the game Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The game's prologue is now available to play on NexusMods. The creator's VR mod uses first-person POV to engage gamers in the action and provide a more lifelike, flexible, and creative combat experience. PatrykLoan is recreating the game with new details that address a broader field of view. More: - Witcher fans can now experience the celebrated videogame "Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" from the POV of the main character, Geralt.
- During duels, players are afforded new capabilities unique to the VR experience, including reaching for and throwing their swords at opponents.
- According to PatrykLoan, "Every detail, every single prop was recovered, carefully transferred from the original game, remodeled and retextured, then placed where they exactly should be with detailed analyses and love. [...] It's a VR game, and you have the ability to rotate your head everywhere at any time, so I added some extra lore-based content for almost every cutscene."
- Because the modder recreated the game in 3D, PatrykLoan added new details to some scenes.
- Users can look around themselves in 360-degree views during the game to discover new features and even some easter eggs.
- The mod required some necessary updates, such as a new battle system, five new maps, and color corrections.
- The soundtrack contains pieces from the original games.
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 |  | Courtney Rawlings is an Inside Research Analyst living in Los Angeles, California. She has returned to her hometown of LA after spending several years working at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where she is completing a Ph.D. in Art and Architectural History. While working toward her Ph.D., Courtney has developed an interest in the language and history of the tech industry, especially regarding metaverse technologies, streaming, and podcasting. In fact, she hosted her own podcast Low Culture Boil! You can find her on Twitter: @ckayerawlings Email: courtney@inside.com |  | | Editor | Aaron Crutchfield is based in the high desert of California. Over the last two decades, he has spent time writing and editing at various local newspapers and defense contractors in California. When he's not working, he can often be found looking at the latest memes with his kids or working on his 1962 Ford. | |
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