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Extending reality: XR hardware shipments to achieve 31% CAGR

Extended Reality (XR) hardware shipments increased by 5.3% worldwide last year, achieving nearly 18 million units. That’s according to a new industry report from Futuresource Consulting, which forecasts vigorous growth, culminating in more than 60 million units shipped in 2028 and a CAGR of 31%.

Date Published: 23 Jul 2024

Author: Nikolaos Tzoumerkas

Consumer Electronics

Wrist-worn category to reach nearly 400m shipments in 2028 as assisted living brings fresh revenue streams for wearables

2023 was an encouraging year for the global wrist-worn wearables market, with new figures from Futuresource Consulting showing an 8% market expansion. This growth has been achieved despite supply chain difficulties in the first half of 2023, and the cost-of-living crisis deterring consumers from purchasing wearables.

Date Published: 12 Apr 2024

Author: Nikolaos Tzoumerkas

Consumer Electronics

Wrist-worn wearables on the rise, tipped to achieve 195 million shipments by year end

Wrist-worn wearables continue to capture the attention of consumers, despite a raft of unfavourable market conditions. That’s according to a newly released report from Futuresource Consulting, which reveals the market will grow by 7.2% in 2023, to achieve 195 million shipments.

Date Published: 01 Nov 2023

Author: Nikolaos Tzoumerkas

Consumer Electronics

How XR can champion diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI)

There’s plenty of awareness about how XR can enhance the gaming experience, but there’s far less knowledge about how XR can promote diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) – particularly for training employees.

Date Published: 21 Sep 2023

Author: Nikolaos Tzoumerkas Olivia Lowden

Consumer Electronics

Uncovering the possibilities of XR with Nikolaos Tzoumerkas

XR is a catchall term that refers to virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), three technologies that – although in varying ways and to different degrees – help immerse an individual in virtual spaces.

Date Published: 20 Jul 2023

Author: Nikolaos Tzoumerkas Olivia Lowden

Consumer Electronics