Virtual reality and augmented reality (VR and AR) offer some of the most unique experiences out there. You aren’t just watching the action play out on your TV, phone screen, or computer monitor - you’re actually part of the action.
The dominant force in the space right now is Meta (formerly Oculus), with its excellent lineup of hardware and software (which includes the immensely popular Oculus Quest 2) but it’s not the only player. Valve, HTC, and Pico offer excellent VR headsets, and Xreal and Snapchat are among those creating fun AR smart glasses.
And then of course there's Apple, which recently entered the space with its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. We expect that announcement to help move this category from niche interest to mainstream concern very quickly.
Latest about Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality
Google’s surprise Android XR glasses tipped to land in 2026 – and my only complaint is they aren’t launching sooner
Google and Samsung looks set to debut Android XR glasses in 2026, but Apple has its own plans.
Apple Vision Pro 2 tipped to fix two of its biggest flaws – here's why I might actually buy one
Apple’s Vision Pro headset could soon get a major overhaul, with two new models in the pipeline.
Your Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses just got a much-needed AI upgrade – the one you've wanted since launch
Hey Meta, look and tell me how great this update is
Valve leak hints that its next VR headset could be landing sooner than we realized
Valve looks to be starting (or already underway) with production of its Deckard VR headset.
Pico just updated its best VR headset feature – and now I'm even more jealous my Meta Quest 3 doesn't have it too
Pico has upgraded the Pico 4 Ultra's incredible trackers with a new one for your waist.
You might get a free Meta Quest 3 to use on your next flight, but I'm not keen on the advertising it'll serve you
The next time you fly you could be handed a Meta Quest 3 to keep you entertained. Just look out for the ads.
The Xreal One AR glasses are the best AR smart glasses I’ve tested in four years of reviewing XR tech
The Xreal One AR glasses come out swinging with the best audio I’ve heard from a pair of smart specs, and impressive visuals – though they come at a price.
I test AR glasses for a living, and the RayNeo Air 3s are the ones I'd buy with my own money
The RayNeo Air 3S glasses aren’t perfect, but the sound and image quality they can produce for just $269 is something that has to be experienced to be believed.
