Virtual Reality

BREAKING: Disney Imagineering Showcases Incredible ‘HoloTile Floor’ Which Could Change VR & Theme Park Experiences Forever

Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed an exciting new piece of technology called the “HoloTile floor” in a video celebrating Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer Lanny Smoot’s induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Walt Disney Imagineering Reveals ‘HoloTile Floor’ In the video, Smoot gives a quick demonstration of the new tech. The floor is … Read more

Apple Acquires Mira, Creator of Headsets for Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge

Apple has acquired the startup Mira, the development company responsible for the augmented reality headset currently in use at the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge attraction in Universal Studios Hollywood and in Universal Studios Japan. Apple Acquires Mira, the Startup Responsible for the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge Headsets Apple has acquired Mira, according to The Verge. … Read more

Disney Patents New ‘Virtual World’ Simulator With No Headset for Potential Theme Park Experiences

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The Walt Disney Company has patented a “virtual world” simulator that could be used on future theme park attractions, Orange County Register reports. The technology, which Disney calls “virtual world” instead of virtual reality or augmented reality, would allow multiple guests to experience a 3D virtual world from multiple vantage points without a VR headset … Read more

VIDEO: Trailer Released for “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” Virtual Reality Experience Debuting November 19; Frank Oz to Return as Yoda

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There’s some big news about “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge.” Not only did we find out the virtual reality adventure is releasing November 19th, but also that Frank Oz himself would return to voice the iconic Jedi Master Yoda as part of an interview with creative talent from the experience. From StarWars.com: The … Read more

VIDEO: “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” Virtual Reality Experience Coming This Holiday Season, Anthony Daniels Joins Cast as C-3PO, Yoda to Appear

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You’ll be able to come face-to-face with the galaxy’s most beloved protocol droid and an iconic Jedi Master when the virtual reality experience “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” premieres this holiday season. From StarWars.com: From the lightsaber-wielding fun of Trials on Tatooine through the intense, story-driven Vader Immortal, ILMxLAB has continually pushed the boundaries of experiential storytelling in … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Reveal Video, Concept Art, and Cast Unveiled for “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” Virtual Reality Experience

Soon, fans will be able to the mystery and adventure of Black Spire Outpost from the comfort of home. ILMxLAB has revealed more details about Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge, an at-home virtual reality experience developed in collaboration with Oculus Studios and inspired by the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge lands at Disneyland and … Read more

Disney Files Patent on Highly-Calibrated AR “Lightsaber” Experience, Possibly Connected to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World

A new patent granted to Disney suggests that new technology would help make lightsaber training at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser as close as it appears in the movies. The patent, granted May 19th, is for the calibration of a magnetometer within a device used as part of an augmented or virtual reality game. The system … Read more

VIDEO: Ultron Returns in the Official Story Trailer for Avengers: Damage Control Virtual Reality Experience for The Void at Downtown Disney District

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The trailer for the Avengers: Damage Control Virtual Reality Experience at select The VOID locations had dropped today. If you remember, only seven locations in the United States will have this experience, including The VOID the one at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District. This experience debuts for a limited time on October 18th and tickets are … Read more

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