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National University Launches Virtual Reality Campus

National University is building a new virtual campus it says will "harness the power of virtual and augmented reality experiences to power teaching, learning, and student engagement."

AR/VR Headsets on the Decline as Mixed Reality Emerges

Worldwide, augmented and virtual reality headset manufacturers shipped 8.8 million units in all of 2022, down 20.9% over the previous year, according to a new report.

Planar EduCare

Planar Announces EduCare Program to Optimize Display Pricing, Training, and Support

Visualization technology company Planar has introduced an EduCare program for K–12 and higher education customers to address budget-conscious needs for training and technical support, according to a release.

Sony PTZ cameras

Sony Electronics Announces New IP-Based 4K PTZ Cameras With Built-in AI Analytics

Sony Electronics will expand its pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera lineup later this year with two new 4K models, the SRG-A40 and SRG-A12. Using AI analytics, these cameras automatically track and frame presenters, regardless of movement or posture, with no computer operation required.

LG Debuts Laser and LED Projectors for Education

LG has introduced two new projectors in its ProBeam line of education laser projectors for large and medium spaces, as well as a new LED projector for small spaces.

PTZOptics and NewBlue

PTZOptics Partners with NewBlue to Enhance Live On-Air Video Production

PTZOptics, a manufacturer of robotic pan, tilt, and zoom camera solutions, has partnered with NewBlue, a developer of video effects, transitions, and titling software.

VR rendering of Dreamscape Learn

Dreamscape Learn Brings Ed Tech Adviser on as CEO for New $20 Million Venture

Dreamscape Immersive, which has partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) to expand its new $20 million Series A STEM education virtual reality (VR) program Dreamscape Learn, has brought on ed tech veteran Josh Reibel as CEO.

Coming Soon from Epson: New 4K Enhanced PowerLite L Series

Epson recently announced plans for new higher resolution 4K versions of its PowerLite L Series projectors, which will be available in March, according to a news release.

AVer Intros All-in-One Camera with AI Audio for Classrooms

AVer USA, a provider of video collaboration and education technology solutions, has introduced a new all-in-one camera with AI audio built for education, called the A30​, combining a document camera, web camera, microphone, and speaker.

SMART Debuts 2 Multi-User Interactive Displays

SMART Technologies is rolling out two new multi-user interactive displays, the SMART Board MX (V4) and the SMART Board GX (V2). The displays are designed to "allow multiple users to freely write, erase, and gesture at the same time, across platforms and applications." The announcement was made at the 2023 TCEA Convention & Exposition, taking place this week in San Antonio, TX.