Boeing's new VR simulator immerses astronauts in space training

Boeing’s Starliner craft is headed to space, but first its astronauts are training in virtual reality. The American aerospace company is part of the NASA commercial crew program — the same one that sent SpaceX's Crew Dragon to the International Space ... more - mashable

Save 95% on a lifetime subscription to this language learning app

TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to the language-learning app Mondly is on sale for £79, saving you 95% on list price. Learning used to be fun when we were kids, right? What changed? Just because we're adults now doesn't mean we can't learn new things, ... more - mashable

Nintendo Labo kits are on sale for up to $50 off

Being stuck at home trying to quarantine is already tough, but adding kids into the mix — now that's a challenge. Not only do you have to maintain your own sanity, but you also have to keep the little ones occupied, too. Not always a simple task. But, ... more - mashable

Google Pixel adds bedtime features, safety tools to phones

Google Pixel owners can rest easy—literally. Google's Android team this week unveiled new features that extend battery life, enhance personal safety, and help you disconnect at night. Every three months (since December), Google rolls out fresh tools ... more - mashable

Apple now sells refurbished iPhone XR models for up to $120 off

Looking for a cheap(er) iPhone? Apple's got a deal for you. The company is currently selling refurbished iPhone XR models with 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB of storage. They're being sold at discounts ranging from $100 to $120 (via MacRumors). For example, ... more - mashable

Google launches new AR tool to visualise social distancing rules

We're all adjusting to a new, socially distant way of life. Here to help with that is a new tool from Google that uses augmented reality (AR) to help you visualise social distancing restrictions. Sodar is the name of this new experimental tool, brought ... more - mashable

This fully-rollable VR experience will have your head spinning — Future Blink

eight360's NOVA combines a spherical rotation device with the latest VR technology to create a thrilling experience. Read more... More about Tech, Mashable Video, Fun, Vr Experience, and Future Blink ... more - mashable

Facebook sees dollar signs in remote work

Facebook is going remote and, if Mark Zuckerberg has his way, so are you . In a livestreamed talk Thursday aimed mainly, but not exclusively, at his employees, the CEO announced his plan to make Facebook a more remote-work friendly company. Notably, ... more - mashable

See the Northern Lights in your living room through this AR app — Future Blink

Acute Art, in collaboration with artists Olafur Eliasson and KAWS, ushers in a new way to collect, observe, and engage with art. Read more... More about Tech, Apps, Mashable Video, Arts Culture And Entertainment, and Future Blink ... more - mashable

Oculus Quest VR headsets are back in stock, but probably not for long

TL;DR: As of May 20, the highly in-demand Oculus Quest VR headset is back in stock, but probably not for long. Ever since social distancing orders became a reality, the sales of gaming-related products have skyrocketed. A lot of people are looking for ... more - mashable

'Apple Glass' could start at $499 with support for prescription lenses

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Google Duo now lets you make group video calls on the web, just like Google Meet

Google's video chat app got new features this week. No, the other one. No, the other other one. In a Friday blog post, Google announced some snazzy new features for Duo, one of its three video chat services. Let's get this out of the way early: Duo is ... more - mashable

Finland celebrated May Day by throwing a massive VR concert

May Day is a real cause for celebration in Finland, but since the country is practicing social distancing in hopes of slowing the spread of coronavirus, many in-person celebrations had to be put on hold. In an attempt to unite Finland's population, however, ... more - mashable

Tired of Zoom calls? HTC offers businesses virtual reality meetings.

Hundreds of millions of people are taking online meetings from home due to the coronavirus lockdowns. And now they can do it in virtual reality. On Thursday, HTC announced its Vive Sync platform for business meetings in virtual reality is now in open ... more - mashable

A new VR game lets you recreate real plays as NFL MVP Lamar Jackson

Sports are on the back burner right now (for obvious pandemic-related reasons), but football fans may be able to get a glimpse of the gameday experience in VR later this year. Developer Status Pro, which has made mixed reality sports training apps under ... more - mashable

Here are the best virtual tours to experience during self-isolation

Whether it's Macchu Piccu, the Georgia Aquarium, or the Guggenheim, you can visit these places from the comfort of home. All you have to do is join a virtual tour. Read more... More about Entertainment, Mashable Video, Vr, Vr Experience, and Travel Options ... more - mashable

Magic Leap confirms massive layoffs, but it's still making a new AR headset

We can now add Magic Leap to the long list of companies laying off employees during this very trying time. Rony Abovitz, Magic Leap's Chief Executive Officer, confirmed the news following an earlier Bloomberg report that stated the augmented reality ... more - mashable

This augmented reality Earth model makes a great remote learning tool

TL;DR: Go around the world from the comfort of your own home with this augmented reality Earth model from AstroReality for $189.99, a 20% savings as of April 22. Have you ever wanted to explore Earth? Well, now you can. AstroReality EARTH is an interactive, ... more - mashable

Which one to buy: iPhone SE vs. iPhone XR vs. iPhone 11

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iPhone SE's RAM and battery capacity likely revealed in Chinese listing

Apple never lists how much RAM its phones have, nor their battery capacity, and the new iPhone SE was no exception. However, these things cannot be hidden forever, and — thanks to a listing on China Telecom's site (via MacRumors) — we now probably know ... more - mashable

Here's what to get your mom for Mother's Day if she's a 'cool mom'

Your mom is up on all the trends and is active on Twitter and Instagram. She likes to go out and knows how to have fun. All your friends growing up wanted to hang out at your house because of her. She's not a regular mom; she's a cool mom. (If you thought ... more - mashable

iPad Pro (2020) review: A worthy update for creatives, but still no laptop killer

iPad Pro (2020) $Starting at $799 View Product The Good Fast performance • Trackpad support • Dual cameras • Long battery life • True Tone display The Bad Expensive • No Portrait mode on rear cameras • Accessories aren't included The Bottom Line Based ... more - mashable

The Oculus Quest VR kit is back in stock

TL;DR: As of April 1, the 128GB Oculus Quest VR kit is back in stock on the company's website for $499 — get one before they're gone. VR headsets have been selling out everywhere since the release of Half-Life: Alyx , especially the Oculus Quest — it's ... more - mashable

Create a world of virtual pets with this cute, Tamagotchi-like toy — Future Blink

Melbits POD uses your smart device and environment to ‘grow’ your future friends. Read more... More about Animals, Mashable Video, Tamagotchi, Vr Ar, and Future Blink ... more - mashable

Extremely cool teacher runs math lesson from home within 'Half Life: Alyx'

What happens when you're attempting to teach from home in California during a coronavirus lockdown during the week that Half Life: Alyx lands? You do both, of course. Extremely cool teacher Charles Coomber —who works for California's Springs Charter ... more - mashable

Apple restricts iPhone sales online in wake of coronavirus supply issues

Apple has placed a limit on the number of iPhones and other devices that can be purchased at once, as the coronavirus continues to impact the company's supply chain. CNBC reports several products in Apple's online store are now restricted to two per ... more - mashable

Apple's next iPhone might have a 3D depth camera on the back

That cool 3D depth camera in the iPhone 11's notch? This year, a similar one might appear on the iPhone's back. Fast Company cites a "source with knowledge" as saying that at least one of this year's iPhones will get this "world-facing" ... more - mashable

This device is like 'Dance Dance Revolution' for lower-limb rehabilitation — Future Blink

Smart Balance uses games to emphasize core strength and lower body stability. Read more... More about Gaming, Mashable Video, Balance, Health Fitness, and Future Blink ... more - mashable

Get this Samsung VR headset on sale before 'Half-Life: Alyx' comes out

TL;DR: The Half-Life: Alyx -compatible VR headset from Samsung is $214 off on Amazon as of Mar. 4. If you reminisce about the days of playing through the early Half-Life games and marveling at their wonder, only to be crushed when the third installment ... more - mashable

This AR eyepiece lets firefighters see through smoke — Future Blink

C-Thru is an eyepiece that helps first responders see underwater and through smoke by using AR and thermal imaging. Read more... More about Mashable Video, Augmented Reality, Smoke, Firefighters, and Future Blink ... more - mashable