Google buys part of HTC's XR business

Google’s just dropped $250 million on HTC’s XR talent: Here’s why it’s a big deal
It looks like Google's getting real serious about Android XR, the new platform from Google, Qualcomm, and Samsung that's made for all things virtual and augmented reality. According to a short blog post on The Keyword,
Google buys part of HTC’s XR business for $250M
Google has agreed to acquire part of HTC's extended-reality (XR) business for $250 million, expanding its push into virtual and augmented reality hardware The deal involves transferring some of the HTC VIVE engineering staff to Google and granting non-exclusive IP rights.
Taiwanese Tech Giant HTC To Sell Part Of XR Unit To Google For $250 Million
It marks HTC’s second major deal with Google, which bought part of the Taiwan company’s smartphone operations for $1.1 billion in 2017.
Google Loves Buying Talent From HTC Still, Adds VIVE Folks to Android XR Platform
Google’s current focus at the moment outside of AI is their new Android XR platform, where they see an opportunity to jump at the hype of mixed reality headsets after seeing the success Meta has had with its Meta Quest products and partnership with Ray-Ban.
Android XR just teamed up with HTC Vive – here’s why that’s a big deal
Samsung’s TM Roh has been hyping up Android XR in a recent interview, and made comments which suggest that Google is aware of the importance of building a solid software backing for its fledgling platform. If these words translate into action then Android XR could be the first real rival to Horizon OS.
Taiwan's HTC to sell part of XR unit to Google for $250 million
Taiwan's HTC said on Thursday it will sell part of its extended reality (XR) unit to Google for $250 million, with some members of the Taiwanese company joining the U.S. one. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of this year,
First smartphones, now Google acquires another HTC division
Google has bought parts of another HTC division, coming years after the company acquired most of HTC's mobile unit.
Google Acquires Vive Engineering Talent for $250M, Raising Questions About HTC’s Next Move
Google has acquired a number of HTC’s XR engineers for $250 million, something the company says will “accelerate the development of the Android XR platform across the headsets and glasses ecosystem.” Google’s announcement of Android XR last month represents a critical shift in the competitive landscape,
Google buys part of HTC's Vive VR team for $250 million
Google is paying HTC $250 million in cash for a deal that will give the bigger company's plans for Android XR a boost. Under the terms of their agreement, some members of the HTC Vive engineering team will be joining Google,
HTC VIVE engineers join Google for Android XR push
Google first introduced Android XR in partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm intending to bring Gemini-powered reality headsets and glasses. Today (Jan 23), the sear
Google Taiwan undergoes small-scale restructuring following acquisition of HTC Vive teams
Google invested US$ 250 million in the acquisition of HTC Vive's R&D team, highlighting its ambitions in the headsets and smart glasses sectors. Regarding this acquisition, Google Taiwan has reportedly begun a small-scale organizational restructuring,
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Google Taps HTC's Talent in $250 Million Deal to Lead AR/VR Innovation
Google has agreed to acquire a part of HTC’s extended reality (XR) business for $250 million following the recent launch of its Android XR platform. The deal involves transferring some of the HTC VIVE ...
Apple faces new competition as Google strengthens Android XR ecosystem: Details
This partnership between Google and HTC signals a new era of innovation in XR technology, setting the stage for an intriguing ...
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