Leap Motion Controller 2 brings gesture control to VR and AR headsets

Ten years later, right here’s the second-generation Leap gesture controller.

The unique $80 Leap gesture controller debuted so way back that we in contrast it to the Kinect. However, not like Microsoft’s Xbox accent, Leap remains to be kicking.

(*2*)Now often known as Ultraleap after a 2019 merger, it’s exhibiting off the Leap Motion Control 2 (by way of RoadtoVR) and retiring the previous machine. The new $139 unit will start transport this summer season, and new Gemini software program for it’s coming to macOS — and with its positioning as a VR accent, you possibly can in all probability guess why that’s instantly a precedence.

(*2*)Ultraleap:

Key enhancements over the unique Leap Motion Controller embody larger decision cameras, an elevated subject of view, and 25% decrease energy consumption, all in a 30% smaller package deal for optimum placement and comfort.

It is probably the most versatile digicam ever developed by Ultraleap and is suitable throughout platforms and complimentary {hardware} together with VR/MR/AR headsets, PCs, and holographic shows.