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!

August 18, 2025

🚀 Latest Real-world Spatial Applications 

  • NYC NBA Flagship Transforms into First-Ever WNBA Store on the Meta Quest The NBA Store in New York City was transformed into an immersive WNBA experience for a one-day event. The activation used Meta Quest headsets to allow fans to step into virtual locker rooms, play interactive games, and view digital highlights of WNBA legends. Read more.

  • ASICS, Meta, and m ss ng p eces Launch Original VR Fitness Game A new VR fitness game called DISC has been released exclusively for Meta Quest. The game, a collaboration between ASICS, Meta, and m ss ng p eces, is a fast-paced, full-body workout inspired by air hockey. Read more.

  • Billie Eilish Tease Suggests A 180° 3D Release Of Her Latest Concert During a recent concert, Billie Eilish hinted at a special 3D project with filmmaker James Cameron. The concert was being filmed in 180° 3D, and the project is expected to be viewable on Meta Quest. Read more.

  • Official Spotify app now available for Meta Quest Spotify has launched an official app on the Meta Horizon Store for Meta Quest. The new app is a progressive web app, which means it can be used for background audio while other applications are open. Read more.

  • DaVinci Resolve Studio adds immersive video viewer for editing Apple Spatial Video Blackmagic Design has updated its DaVinci Resolve Studio software for macOS to include full support for editing Apple Spatial Video. The software now allows users to view and edit immersive content on a 2D monitor or stream a preview directly to Apple Vision Pro. Read more.

  • SailGP Launches RaceScape XP App for Apple Vision Pro SailGP has launched a new mixed reality app called RaceScape XP for Apple Vision Pro. The app offers fans a new way to experience high-speed sailing races with multi-screen viewing, live race data, and AR tabletop racing. Read more.

⚙️ Operating System Announcements

visionOS 2.6 Beta 6 update

The latest visionOS update is Beta 6 of version 2.6, which includes bug fixes and security updates. This update also highlights a new Accessibility section on App Store product pages and provides direct access to the on-device large language model for Apple Intelligence through the Foundation Models framework. Release notes.

Meta Quest v79 update

The latest update for Meta Quest headsets is v79, which brings an improved files app and the ability to play music in the background while in a game. The previous v78 update introduced system-wide Dolby ATMOS support for apps and games and a new Avatar Virtual Camera for content creation in the browser. Release notes.

Meta Spatial SDK v0.7.0

The development toolkit for building native spatial applications for Meta Quest without a game engine has been updated to v0.7.0. This release introduces an activity lifecycle callback for spatial apps, experimental new data queries, support for compositor layer sharpening, and an Android Studio plugin to improve the developer experience. Release notes.

Android XR SDK Now in Developer Preview 2

Google has released Developer Preview 2 of its Android XR SDK, which includes new features for developers. The update adds support for 180° and 360° stereoscopic video playback, introduces hand-tracking in ARCore for Jetpack, and provides an improved Android XR Emulator for a more stable development environment. Release notes.

🌎 Community Corner

Upcoming Events

Meta Connect 2025 September 17–18, Menlo Park, California.

Meta is hosting its annual Connect event where it is expected to unveil new hardware and software. Rumors suggest a new line of smart glasses with a built-in display and updates on its "AI plus wearables" initiatives. We will have a special report dedicated to covering the most significant announcements and their implications for the future of spatial computing. Event info.

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Meridian Meetup is expanding! Following the latest successful Meridian Meetup in Accra, we've received many requests to bring our events to more cities.

For those new to the concept, Meridian Meetups are gatherings for mobile app developers, designers, and XR enthusiasts and professionals to explore spatial computing together. Our events aim to engage the community with talks, workshops, demos, and networking opportunities.Want Meridian Meetup in your city? Reach out to Meridian if you are interested in bringing a Meridian Meetup to your local area. Learn more!

🛠️ Hardware News & Rumors

TikTok parent ByteDance is reportedly developing its own lightweight mixed-reality glasses to compete directly with Meta. Read more.

Meta showcased new VR headset prototypes with a massive field of view and a significantly higher resolution than the Apple Vision Pro. Read more.

Google Gemini AI is being integrated into new XR glasses and headsets, with WiMi entering the AR smart glasses market. Read more.

A new Apple glasses patent suggests a bizarre but potentially effective feature to improve comfort by monitoring eye moisture and triggering a blink reflex. Read more.

Meta's CTO, Andrew Bosworth, hinted at "big wearables announcements" for Connect 2025, which are expected to include a new pair of smart glasses with a built-in display. Read more.

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