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NBA
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Feb 15, 2026
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Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, February 2026
Mobile developers, designers, and tech leaders welcome. To our new subscribers and long-time readers, we are grateful for your support! Since our last edition, we have seen a significant jump in subscribers, driven by the rapid updates and expanding interest in the smart glasses and AI wearables sector. Given the velocity of the market, we are considering moving to a bi-weekly newsletter schedule in March. Please let us know how you feel about this change by responding directly to this email, we value your input.
DHL
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Jan 15, 2026
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7 min read
Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, January 2026
Mobile developers and tech leaders, your spatial computing briefing is here. Stay informed with curated, executive-level news from the frontier of immersive technology.This month, the spatial computing landscape has been redefined by the events of CES 2026, where the battle lines between closed and open ecosystems became sharper than ever. Google has officially mobilized its Android XR alliance, designating XREAL as a lead hardware partner and lighting up the Las Vegas Sphere to signal its arrival. In stark contrast, Meta is pivoting hard—canceling its third-party Horizon OS headset program and executing significant layoffs in Reality Labs to double down on AI wearables and its own hardware. Meanwhile, Apple is steadily filling its content gaps, bringing major entertainment and enterprise players into the visionOS fold. Dive in to see how these strategic shifts and new partnerships are reshaping the market.
Bjork
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Nov 15, 2025
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6 min read
Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, November 2025
The momentum behind the spatial computing market is building swiftly this month, driven by significant new hardware reveals and a strategic redirection of platform approach. Valve recently entered the fray, announcing the Steam Frame, a new lightweight, streaming-first headset focused on high-fidelity PC-VR streaming and non-VR big-screen computing. Last month, Samsung officially launched its first Android XR headset, challenging the market just as Meta's new Ray-Ban Display glasses continue to sell out. We also track a significant strategic pivot from Apple to smart glasses, concurrent with new spatial applications from Vimeo, VRChat, MLB, and Microsoft and major product upgrades. Dive in to see how new spatial applications are shaping the market.
Amazon
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Oct 15, 2025
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7 min read
Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, October 2025
This month, the spatial computing race is accelerating with critical hardware announcements and a shift in platform strategy. Samsung is poised to launch its first Android XR headset next week, challenging the market just as Meta's new Ray-Ban Display glasses sell out and its Horizon OS v81 introduces major mixed reality features. We also track a significant strategic pivot from Apple to smart glasses, concurrent with new spatial application from Discord, Los Angeles Lakers, Garmin, Tae Bo, TGV, and Microsoft and rumors from both Amazon and OpenAI. Dive in to see how tnew real-world applications are shaping the market.
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BMW
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Sep 15, 2025
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9 min read
Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, September 2025
This month, all eyes are on Meta Connect, the definitive event shaping the future of spatial computing. With the conference just days away, anticipation is at a fever pitch as we prepare for a wave of new announcements from Meta. But they aren't the only ones driving innovation; upcoming Google's Android XR paired with the device launch from Samsung are poised to shake up the market. Companies like BMW, HBO, and Adobe are putting spatial tech to use in the real world, from immersive entertainment to enterprise solutions. Dive in to see what we're expecting, and stay tuned for our special report covering all the major announcements from the event!
NBA
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Aug 18, 2025
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6 min read
Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, August 2025
This month, we're seeing spatial technology move out of the lab and into the real world, with major players showcasing new applications. From a new fitness app by ASICS to an official app from Spotify, and immersive sports experiences from the WNBA and SailGP, spatial tech is finding its place in everyday life. The competition is heating up, with major announcements from tech giants like ByteDance and Google, while Meta's new prototypes show off the cutting edge of headset design. Underpinning it all are crucial software updates from visionOS, Meta Quest, and Android XR, proving that the foundation for this new era of computing is rapidly maturing. Dive in to see how these advancements are shaping the future of spatial experiences and join the conversation as we explore what's next!
DAZN
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Jul 15, 2025
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6 min read
Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, July 2025
This past month, the landscape has buzzed with quiet innovation from familiar names like Puma, DAZN, Apple, Cosmo Pharma, Zoom, and Wrexham FC, hinting at exciting new ways our digital and physical worlds are merging. Beneath the surface, core operating systems are receiving significant updates, while the rumor mill churns with whispers of next-generation hardware. As always, key industry events are just around the corner, promising further insights into what's next.
Sony
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Jun 10, 2025
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5 min read
[Special Edition] Spatial Computing Business Newsletter, Apple WWDC 2025
Announcements from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025, held at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, underscored Apple's continued investment in spatial computing technology. This special edition newsletter explores key topics to help businesses and teams better understand how to leverage spatial computing to add value to their organizations.
