AR
Lenskart opens early access in India for AI smart glasses
The smart glasses weigh 40 grams and support over 40 languages with AI interactions.
Google, Chinese AR firm Xreal forge extended partnership
The collaboration aims to speed up integration between Android XR and Xreal’s spatial computing hardware, including the in-house X1S chip.
Meta’s new model enables real-time 3D scene reconstruction
The model reduces dependence on optimization-heavy methods for reconstructing dynamic scenes.
Chinese tech startup Rokid prepares global AR glasses launch
Rokid’s official store will join other Chinese tech brands like Lenovo, Xiaomi, and Anker in the BigSave initiative.
Meta’s Reality Labs reports nearly $5b loss in Q4
The division has accumulated over US$60 billion in operating losses since its establishment in 2020.
Pixel perfect: a photo essay of what it’s like working at IMDA’s innovation hub
On top of cutting-edge facilities, Pixel provides other advantages such as business connections and consultations to help firms scale.
Indonesian AR firm launches social hub metaverse
Assemblr Metaverse provides avatar customization, virtual spaces, and other social features.
Who’s who of China’s blockchain, NFT, and metaverse space
China’s crypto ban could be nurturing an environment for alternative Web3 development. These are the key players to watch in China’s blockchain space.
SG gaming firm scores $6m in Sea-anchored round
Refract publishes games and experiences in the space of extended reality.
China Roundup: GM to invest $300m in autonomous driving startup
Also, augmented reality glasses maker Nreal secures US$100 million in fresh funding.



