Meta Quest users will now be able to write reports, edit spreadsheets and create presentations — if they event want to do any of those tasks on a VR headset, that is. Android Central reports that support for the basic Microsoft Office suite has arrived on the original Oculus Quest, the Meta Quest 2, the Meta Quest Pro, and the latest model, the Meta Quest 3. Users can now download Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint from the Meta Quest store for free.
The company first revealed that it was going to launch Microsoft 365 app experiences for its headsets during its Connect 2022 event. It also promised users access to Outlook, Teams and a Windows experience as part of its partnership with Microsoft. To be able to use the basic Office suite apps on their device, users will need to have and log into their Microsoft account. The app files are pretty small because they run on the cloud, so they're quick to download and can run side by side for the multitaskers out there.
According to The Verge, though, the apps aren't exactly optimized for virtual reality, so users may have to contend with tiny icons and other elements that don't work as well in the environment. In addition, it's not easy typing on the Quest's onscreen keyboard, so users may have to link Bluetooth accessories if they need to get some serious work done.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-office-apps-arrive-on-meta-quest-vr-headsets-123030297.html?src=rss
Creating realistic images with ChatGPT, which is significantly augmented by its integration with the advanced DALL-E image generation AI, represents a state-of-the-art endeavor in the realm of artificial intelligence. This unique collaboration between two sophisticated AI systems allows for the seamless fusion of advanced text generation and intricate image creation capabilities. By harnessing the power […]
California's Civil Rights Department (CRD) has announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with Activision Blizzard for a case it filed in 2021, accusing the company of systemic gender discrimination and fostering a culture that encouraged rampant misogyny and sexual harassment. The agency, which sued the developer when it was still called the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, said Activision Blizzard will have to pay $54 million to settle its allegations. Out of the total, $45.75 million will go towards a fund meant to compensate female employees and contract workers who worked for the company in California from October 12, 2015 until December 31, 2020.
In addition, the developer is expected to retain an independent consultant to evaluate its promotion policies and training materials, as well as to make recommendations based on what they see. If you'll recall, the agency's lawsuit alleged that female employees were overlooked for promotions and were paid less than their male colleagues. According to Marketwatch, though, the settlement will also see the agency withdraw its claims that there was widespread sexual harassment at the company. The department will reportedly have to file an amended complaint that only focuses on gender-based pay gap and discrimination.
California's original lawsuit detailed how Activision Blizzard condoned a "frat boy" culture that encouraged certain unsavory behaviors. Male employees allegedly did "cube crawls," wherein they routinely groped and sexually harassed their female colleagues at their desks. A spokesperson for the company told Marketwatch that it is "gratified that the CRD has agreed to file an amended complaint that entirely withdraws its 2021 claims alleging widespread and systemic workplace harassment at Activision Blizzard." They added: "We appreciate the importance of the issues addressed in this agreement and we are dedicated to fully implementing all the new obligations we have assumed as part of it. We are committed to ensuring fair compensation and promotion policies and practices for all our employees, and we will continue our efforts regarding inclusion of qualified candidates from underrepresented communities in outreach, recruitment, and retention."
Meanwhile, the department told the website that its announcement, which contains no reference to its earlier sexual harassment allegations, "largely speaks for itself with respect to the historic nature of this more than $50 million settlement agreement, which will bring direct relief and compensation to women who were harmed by the company’s discriminatory practices."
As The Wall Street Journal noted when it reported the settlement, this lawsuit set the stage for Microsoft to acquire the developer. After reports came out that Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick kept sexual harassment allegations within the company from reaching its board of directors, the developer's shares fell, giving Microsoft the opening to offer a deal. The $68.7 billion acquisition was finalized in October after almost two years of contending with regulators trying to block the purchase.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/activision-blizzard-will-pay-54-million-to-settle-californias-gender-discrimination-lawsuit-101149166.html?src=rss
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As previously announced earlier this month Google made available it’s new Gemini Pro artificial intelligence developers, businesses and individuals to use. If you are interested in creating AI powered applications, automations and services you’ll be pleased to know that the Gemini Pro API is now available, providing access to the latest generative models from Google. […]
In today’s digital landscape, capturing and sharing screen content has become an indispensable aspect of our smartphone usage. Whether it’s documenting crucial information, creating engaging tutorials, or sharing entertaining social media content, screen capture and recording capabilities have become essential tools for iPhone users. This comprehensive guide delves into the world of capturing and sharing […]
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo laptop is making waves in the tech community, thanks to its cutting-edge Intel Meteor Lake Ultra 7 155H chipset. This powerful component is a significant step forward, providing users with a combination of improved graphics, top-notch CPU performance, and better energy efficiency. For those who need a machine that’s […]
Envision a suitcase that’s not just for your belongings but transforms how you travel—introducing the Mishatu Voyager Smart Suitcase: a product born from a meticulously executed Kickstarter campaign that redefines travel. Far from being just another piece of luggage, the Mishatu Voyager symbolizes the perfect blend of advanced technology, innovative design, and practical functionality.
Crafted by a diverse and skilled research and development team, the Mishatu Voyager isn’t merely about storing clothes – it’s about elevating your travel experience to be smoother, more enjoyable, and undeniably stylish. Let’s dive into the journey of the Mishatu Voyager and discover how its eye-catching design and intelligent features make it an essential companion for any travel enthusiast. Buckle up as we unpack the Mishatu Voyager – a suitcase reimagining the future of travel, one journey at a time.
Design: Where Elegance Meets Durability
At the heart of the Mishatu Voyager’s allure is its design, which masterfully merges aesthetic elegance with lasting durability. The suitcase’s minimalist white exterior is more than just stylish – it’s a modern statement in travel fashion. This clean and sophisticated design choice not only boosts its visual appeal but also establishes it as a fashion-forward choice for savvy travelers. Its robust polycarbonate shell is critical, offering resilience against the rigors of travel and keeping the suitcase looking pristine over time.
Despite its compact 20-inch frame, the Mishatu Voyager impresses with a generous 33-liter capacity, weighing 12 pounds. This addresses the everyday traveler’s dilemma: efficient packing without compromising space. Its dimensions, 20.67×13.98×9.25 inches, are tailored to meet airline cabin requirements, making it an ideal carry-on. This thoughtful design balances size with capacity, catering to practical travel needs while maintaining a sleek profile.
Functionality is woven into the fabric of the Mishatu Voyager’s design philosophy. Features like Auto-Follow Mode, Assist-Uphill Mode, and Cycling Mode are seamlessly integrated, enhancing travel convenience and efficiency while preserving the suitcase’s stylish exterior.
Auto-Follow Mode: Your Personal Luggage Assistant
The Auto-Follow Mode is a feature that allows your suitcase to act as your personal assistant on wheels. Using advanced sensors and a remote control system, it can follow you autonomously, providing hands-free movement and relieving you of the physical burden of carrying your luggage. This feature is especially helpful in crowded airports and stations, making navigating through the crowds easier without worrying about your luggage.
Uphill Assistance: Making Every Journey Effortless
Navigating inclined paths or hilly terrains is a breeze with the Mishatu Voyager’s Assist Uphill Mode. Activated with a simple tilt, it propels the suitcase effortlessly uphill, addressing a significant pain point for travelers and making the physical aspect of travel more comfortable.
Cycling Mode: Adding Fun to Functionality
The Cycling Mode of the Mishatu Voyager offers an additional layer of convenience and innovation. At the heart of this feature lies a hidden gem: two ergonomic pedals that elegantly pop out from beneath the suitcase’s sleek exterior. These pedals are not just an engineering feat; they transform the suitcase into a comfortable seat, allowing you to take a break wherever your journey takes you.
Imagine the convenience of unfolding the pedals on your suitcase to take a break, savor a snack, or relax and soak in your surroundings. This distinctive feature elevates the Voyager Smart Suitcase beyond a mere travel accessory; it becomes a portable oasis of comfort.
Whether you’re at the airport awaiting a flight, pausing during a city excursion, or need a brief respite in a hectic travel itinerary, the Mishatu Voyager seamlessly conforms to your needs. Its thoughtful, user-centric design transforms the suitcase from a basic travel necessity into an adaptable travel ally, merging practicality with a dash of elegance.
Removable Battery: Compliant and Convenient
Compliance with airline regulations is ensured with the Mishatu Voyager’s removable battery, which is necessary for air travel. This battery doubles as a portable power bank, keeping your devices charged on the go.
One-Click Find Function: Never Lose Sight of Your Luggage
The one-click find function is a boon in crowded spaces, helping you locate your suitcase quickly. This feature is invaluable in busy travel hubs, offering peace of mind and reducing the likelihood of lost or stolen luggage.
App Integration: Complete Control at Your Fingertips
The Mishatu Voyager’s dedicated app enhances your control over the travel experience. With features like real-time tracking, remote control, anti-loss mode, and customizable settings, it caters to the tech-savvy traveler, offering a more secure and personalized journey.
Final Thoughts: A Revolution in Travel Gear
The Mishatu Voyager Smart Suitcase is an all-in-one solution for today’s travel challenges. Its blend of innovative features, such as auto-follow, assist uphill, and cycling mode, with practical elements like a removable battery and a dedicated app, positions it as a leader in travel gear. These features enhance the travel experience and address the practicalities of modern journeys, from security to mobility and convenience.
If you are someone who loves spending time in the outdoors, whether it is camping, hiking, or trekking, then you’re well aware that you need the ultimate set of clothing. Being outdoors gives us a major relief from our hectic lives, allowing us to soak up some sun, and get in touch with nature. But at the same time, you have to get down and dirty, live life on the road, and tackle the moodiness of the elements. Hence you need the perfect set of apparel to protect you from harsh weather conditions, and the inconsistency of the elements. We’ve curated a collection of functional, protective, and exceptionally designed outdoor clothing for you. Have a look!
1. Aerogel Puffer
Dubbed the Aerogel Puffer, this jacket is made from the lightest solid material in the world, which is utilized to line spacesuits and insulate electronics. The jacket is pretty lightweight since Aerogel is made of individual neoprenes that are 10,000 times thinner than human hair.
Why is it noteworthy?
The jacket itself has advanced synthetic insulation and its outer shell uses ultra-lightweight yarn so that you’ll be protected from extreme cold weather (even -30 degrees!). Still, it also won’t weigh you down totally.
What we like
Features five zipped pockets, two large ones on the side to keep your hands warm and the others to hold your stuff like phone, wallet, keys, etc
What we dislike
Not sure if it’ll be as effective as puffer jackets made with down
2. UZE Heated Jacket
The UZE Heated Jacket changes the jacket game completely, providing you with a jacket that you can wear in all four seasons while allowing you to have the power to decide how warm you really want to be.
Why is it noteworthy?
It uses the same graphene technology that the brand uses for popular power banks. It features four graphene heat zones and three heat settings of 120°F, 140°F, and 160°F, so with the simple click of a button you can select the level of warmth that will be comfy and cozy for you.
What we like
Can keep you warm for up to 10 hours and charges in 45 minutes
10x faster than your usual heated jacket
What we dislike
Available in black color, no other color options
3. Indestructible Hoodie
The Indestructible Hoodie is a high-durability design built using materials such as Cordura and Dyneema. It is designed for a comfy and neat fit, and is equipped with two side pockets for storage, and is wind-resistant as well.
Why is it noteworthy?
This hoodie looks like it was made for extreme athletes with a need for serious protection. Vollebak advertises it as being “highly abrasion and rip resistant,” even so far as being able to mitigate damage caused by an “extreme 4-way stretch”.
What we like
Lightweight and breathable design
What we dislike
A hefty price tag that may not be preferred by everyone
4. Omega Pants
The Omega Pants by Graphene-X is designed with a 3-layer fabric and can be used for any activity that requires pants. It is stretchable, waterproof, and can regulate your body temperature.
Why is it noteworthy?
The fabric as well as the construction of the pants help it play multiple roles. It is styled like a pair of all-purpose pants with removable leg pieces, so it can transform from full pants to a pair of durable everyday shorts within seconds.
What we like
Allows complete freedom of movement
The pants allow you to stretch around while rock climbing, trekking, or engaging in any outdoor activity
What we dislike
The pants run hot and don’t have enough vents to cool them down
5. The Indestructible Belt
Recently launched by Vollebak, the Indestructible Belt is designed to be the strongest belt ever made. It is designed to be a true marvel in engineering, as well as a major fashion statement that will definitely grab eyeballs.
Why is it noteworthy?
The Indestructible Belt is built with the ultimate strong core which is made from Dyneema – the single strongest fiber known to man today. Vollebak uses Dyneema in its Indestructible range. Dyneema is supposed to be 15 times stronger than steel, which basically signifies that the belt strap is only breakable if you hang more than 4 tonnes of it.
What we like
The buckle never releases under pressure and can tolerate 1.8 tonnes of force before it breaks apart
What we dislike
The price tag is quite heavy for a belt and may be considered unreasonable by some
6. Baubax
Baubax created the world’s best travel pants! They are designed and engineered for durability, comfort, and dirt-dust-stain resistance. They are comfortable, stylish as well as breathable.
Why is it noteworthy?
They’re engineered to be UV-resistant, anti-microbial, and anti-odor, allowing them to be worn for as long as 3 days without needing a wash. When you eventually do need to wash them, they wash easily and dry quickly.
What we like
Features five pockets
Available across trousers, chinos, leggings, and joggers
What we dislike
We’re not sure how comfy the pants will be to wear for longer durations
7. The Century Jacket
The Century Jacket is made using all-natural, non-synthetic fabrics, and is designed to be functional in 100 years. It is designed to be water, wind, fire, and abrasion-resistant, and is applicable for free repairs for life.
Why is it noteworthy?
The Century Jacket is designed for outdoor use and features a construction that is equal parts durable, comfortable, and functional. It is made using Ventile cotton which gives it its durability.
What we like
Zipper-lined pockets on your chest and waist hold and store your EDC
The pockets are silk-lined for comfort and to protect your valuables
What we dislike
Not recommended to machine-wash it, as it may dampen its life cycle
8. Deep Sleep Cocoon
The Deep Sleep Cocoon is a jacket designed to aid you in sleeping almost anywhere, on Earth and off Earth. It draws inspiration from the protective exoskeleton of the woodlouse and the cocoons weaved by caterpillars.
Why is it noteworthy?
The Deep Sleep Cocoon is a self-contained microhabitat that will lull you to sleep whether you’re on a plane journey on Earth or on a space shuttle to Mars. The star of the jacket is its hood! Mimicking a visor on a space helmet, the hood has been crafted from five different segments, which can be conveniently folded over your face, forming a protective cocoon and allowing you to sleep peacefully.
What we like
Waterproof and windproof as well as abrasion-resistant
Perfect for catching some shut-eye irrespective of your location
What we dislike
The jacket is quite big and could occupy a substantial amount of space in your bag/suitcase
9. Carbon Fiber Shirt
This Carbon Fiber shirt is made using Carbon Fiber as its name implies, and it is a material that is found exclusively in jet engines, supercars, and missile housings. It is lighter than aluminum and stronger than steel.
Why is it noteworthy?
Designed to be worn close to the skin, the material is breathable, lightweight, and wicks moisture incredibly well. It is designed to last longer than any traditional t-shirt, even in the toughest of scenarios.
What we like
The fabric also protects your skin, preventing any damage from occurring to you
What we dislike
The aesthetics of the shirt are a bit unassuming, it could have been more stylish
10. Off Grid Shirt
Called the Off Grid shirt, this unique shirt was designed to help you live off the grid. It is made using materials before the grid even existed, and this shirt is designed to withstand ‘unconventional living’.
Why is it noteworthy?
The Off Grid shirt works rather well in heat and humidity, and just by virtue of its fabric, has these unique wrinkles on the shirt that contribute to its character. The shirt uses a proprietary blend of ramie (nettle fabric) and Pima cotton.
What we like
The shirt is ideal for humidity, as it wicks moisture well, and dries off quite fast
What we dislike
It has only 2 pockets, so could be considered less for those who prefer loads of hidden storage
