Xr

A curated list of XR (Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality & Mixed Reality) fundamentals, news sources, devices, development & design resources, solutions & ecosystem.

XR stands for "Extended Reality," an umbrella term that covers all of the various immersive technologies that enhance our senses, including Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR).

Index: FUNDAMENTALS - NEWS SOURCES - DEVICES - DEVELOPMENT - SOLUTIONS - ECOSYSTEM

FUNDAMENTALS

XR 101

• What is mixed reality? - A Simple explanation for anyone
• History of Virtual Reality - From Original Retro to Oculus Rift
• How does VR actually work? - Here's how the virtual reality magic happens
• How can I play PC games on VR - Transform your favorite Unreal Engine games into 6DOF VR experiences

NEWS SOURCES

Blogs

• Auganix - An authoritative online source for the latest news, analysis, and reports on XR Industry
• RoadtoVR - Premier source for XR news and reviews
• Upload VR - Comprehensive XR news, with reviews and insights
• 80lv/vr - VR in gaming, art, and design with a creative angle
• 80lv/ar - Showcasing AR’s impact on art, design, and gaming
• XRToday - VR industry news, trends, and analysis
• XRToday - AR industry news, trends, and analysis
• Techcrunch/VR - Cutting-edge VR technology news
• Techcrunch/AR - Latest in AR innovations and startups
• Gizmodo/VR - Latest VR gadgets, games, and tech culture
• Gizmodo/AR - AR technology updates, reviews, and culture
• Mashable/VR - Top source for VR trends, gadgets, and experiences
• Mashable/AR - Leading coverage of AR technology and applications
• Verge/VR - Analytical and in-depth VR technology reviews
• Verge/AR - Comprehensive coverage of AR trends and gadgets
• Wired/VR - Exploring VR’s impact on culture, industry, and more
• Wired/AR - AR innovations reshaping technology and lifestyle
• Mixed/VR - Compilation of VR news, updates, and industry insights
• Mixed/AR - Curated AR technology news and developments
• Reddit/VR - Community forum for VR enthusiasts and developers
• Reddit/AR - Global AR community for news, discussions, and insights
• Lowpass - Analyses and insights on immersive technologies
• Voice of VR - Interviews with VR pioneers and artistic creators
• Medium/VR - Varied perspectives on VR trends and innovations
• Medium/AR - Thought leadership and stories in AR space
• BBC/VR - VR storytelling and documentary projects by BBC
• Independent/VR - Independent takes on VR technology and experiences
• Independent/AR - Perspectives on AR’s role in tech and society
• Skarredghost - Personal insights on XR development and trends
• Immersivewire - Analyses and insights on immersive technologies
• XRMust - International XR events, news, and film reviews
• WEF/XR - Explore the impact of XR on global industries
• NewScientist/VR - Science-focused VR developments and research
• NewScientist/AR - AR advancements through a scientific lens
• Entrepreneur/VR - VR innovations driving business and entrepreneurship
• XR Update - A news site dedicated to covering the latest developments in XR
• ARInsider - Analysis and trends in AR and VR spaces
• Venturebeat - Deep dives into AR/VR industries and startup ecosystem
• VR/AR Association - Advocacy, research, and promotion of VR/AR
• EquelEntry/XR - Advocating accessibility in XR development

YouTube Channels

• AWE - Augmented World Expo is the world's largest AR & VR conference and expo
• UploadVR - VR news source bringing you reviews, gameplay, streams & more
• ThrillSeeker - Channel dedicated to spreading Virtual Reality and Augmented reality
• Virtual Reality Oasis - Channel dedicated to share VR content
• Cas and Chary VR - A couple passionate about VR, AR, and beyond
• MRTV - News, reviews and tutorials about AR, VR
• Tyriel Wood - VR Tech - The Tech VR/AR YouTube Channel
• Nathie - Channel is about VR, haptic suits and gaming in general
• SadlyItsBradley - Showcases what he believe is the best in XR
• Virtual Chap - Contents from VR to AR and everything in-between
• Eat Sleep VR - Helps beginners get the most out of their headsets
• Beardo Benjo - Weird, informative and fun VR content almost daily
• BMFVR - Focuses on VR game reviews, tutorials, and gameplay
• Dilmer Valecillos - Focuses on XR Development
• A Wolf in VR - Showcasing VR gameplay with commentary
• The Mysticle - Covering the latest in VR technology, tutorials on VR setups
• Ben Plays VR - Provides VR gameplay videos, reviews, and helpful tips
• Lipnox VR - Offers VR game reviews, gameplay videos
• PowerOnVR - Focuses on reviewing games and VR Hardware
• Rhys Da King VR - Focusing on VR contents

Search & Browse Companies

• Crunchbase - Discover innovative companies and the people behind them
• Clutch - Helps you to find companies in XR domain
• VR Compare - View summaries of 229 virtual & augmented reality headsets
• Endole - Reports, Research, Sales & Marketing, Risk Management
• Business - Resources on finance, marketing, HR and more
• VR/AR Association - The VR/AR Directory, 4500 vendors and brands registered
• The Manifest - Top 100 AR/VR Development Companies
• Auganix HUD - The Auganix HUD can be used to find detailed information on AR and VR companies

Communities

• Unity - Unity Discord Community Server
• Oculus Community - Oculus Discord Community Server
• XR Guild - A professional community dedicated to building products with the most ethical outcomes
• XR Creators - Active XR Community Server. Learning, Career, Networking, Development and more
• Varjo Community - Varjo Discord Community Server
• VR/AR Association - Designed to foster collaboration between solution providers and end-users
• Smart Glasses Community - Smart glasses resources and community for users, devs, and industry

Events

• AWE - AWE Augmented World Expo is the leading event series for XR professionals
• VR World Congress - This event brings together various stakeholders in the VR industry
• SXSW - South by Southwest not exclusively focused on XR, dedicated to interactive technologies
• Global XR Conference - The largest glo