Peridot is heavily inspired by Tamagotchi, the virtual-pet phenomenon of the ’90s. “Peridot is the modern-day spin on the original Tamagotchi,” Ziah Fogel, Peridot’s director of product, said at a press preview last Wednesday.   That’s an accurate summary of ...

These new interfaces are a notable development that could change how we experience VR. Olfaction is a powerful sense and a prerequisite for our mouths to detect flavor. The possibilities range from the obvious—sniffing a virtual flower field or inhaling ...

“Our goal is to have people use their time more efficiently in the world instead of getting immersed in a virtual one,” says Bobby Murphy, Snap’s chief technology officer.  The AR mirrors were first tested at the Williamsburg location of ...

Feeling safe is crucial for relaxation and sleep, even if you are alone in your own bed at home.  I entered a sleep room one day and immediately heard the voice of a child in my ear. The kid, who ...