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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · 10d

In this video from SIGGRAPH 2025, it seems they forgot about WolvicXR. We've been using OpenXR on all the platforms we support since Feb 2023, version 1.3

www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMLf...

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@khronos.org

Evolution of OpenXR: Core Specification Updates and Platform Interoperability

YouTube video by The Khronos Group

www.youtube.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jul 9

Wolvic now includes a new New Tab UI that brings together your most used sites as well as immersive experiences from across the Web, all in a snappy native interface.

Enable it in Settings > Display.
@igalia.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jun 24

Wolvic 1.8.2 (Gecko) and 1.2.2 (Chromium) have been released!

We finally fixed the Firefox Accounts and Cloudflare issues that many users have encountered. This release also introduces a native New Tab UI, as well as many smaller improvements.

Details: wolvic.com/blog/release...

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Feb 19

Gecko Wolvic 1.8.1 and Chromium Wolvic 1.2.1 Released

wolvic.com/blog/release...

Gecko Wolvic 1.8.1 and Chromium Wolvic 1.2.1 Released - Wolvic

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jan 30

We've just released (Gecko-based) Wolvic 1.8.0 and (Chromium-based) 1.2 - we’re excited to share the latest updates!

wolvic.com/blog/release...

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Web Witch 🔮 Stephanie Stimac @seaotta.dev · Dec 13

Had the pleasure of recapping what the team worked on this year (A LOT), but Wolvic needs sustainable funding if that's to continue.

More details in the post 👇

WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Dec 12

Wolvic 2024 Year in Review:

A look back at what we've done this year, including adding eye-tracking navigation, more devices, a Chromium backend, and where we'd like to go next.

wolvic.com/blog/2024-wo...

a group of husky puppies are sitting on the back of a car .

Alt: a group of husky puppies are sitting on the back of a car, all turning their heads inquisitively back and forth

media.tenor.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Dec 12

Wolvic 2024 Year in Review:

A look back at what we've done this year, including adding eye-tracking navigation, more devices, a Chromium backend, and where we'd like to go next.

wolvic.com/blog/2024-wo...

a group of husky puppies are sitting on the back of a car .

Alt: a group of husky puppies are sitting on the back of a car, all turning their heads inquisitively back and forth

media.tenor.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Dec 3

We've enabled Wolvic on a few new devices this year. We support the latest OS versions for:

Huawei VR Glasses
Huawei Vision Glass
Magic Leap 2
Meta Quest 2, 3 & Pro
Pico Neo3, Pico4 & Pico4E

Start exploring the open web in XR and download Wolvic today! wolvic.com/dl/

Downloads - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 29

We're also happy to announce the general Wolvic 1.7.1 release for Gecko-based version of Wolvic.

It brings a long list of updates, additions, and changes as well.

Read more: wolvic.com/blog/release...

A screenshot of using a bluetooth keyboard with wolvic, displayed with your virtual hands, in the virtual environment

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 29

We're happy to announce the release of Wolvic Chromium 1.1.
It brings (among other things) long-awaited support for the WebXR AR (Augmented Reality) module!

Read more: wolvic.com/blog/chromiu...

An augmented reality still of a room with floating planets in it and a FPS meter showing 90 frames per second

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 29

All ready for AWE EU! Come stop by the booth and chat to us about your browser needs and give Wolvic a try.

#AWE2024

An exhibition booth at AWE EU for the Wolvic XR Browser by Igalia.

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 28

We’ll be at AWE EU in Vienna showcasing Wolvic across a range of devices.

If you’re attending, come stop by the booth & chat with us about your XR browser needs and test out Wolvic!

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 22

Wolvic now supports password autocompletion in private browsing sessions, making secure browsing faster and more seamless.

No more typing complex passwords—enjoy a smoother, more efficient user experience without sacrificing privacy.

Try it today & download Wolvic at wolvic.com/dl/

Downloads - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 18

👀 Have you explored eye-tracking in Wolvic Chromium’s latest release? With v1.0, browsing the web in XR becomes smoother than ever—just navigate with your eyes.

Try it today and experience a new way to explore the web.

Download Wolvic Chromium at wolvic.com/dl/ #XR

Downloads - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Oct 15

In April, we shared our goal of bringing Wolvic to Magic Leap’s AR platform.

Today, we’re excited to announce that Wolvic Chromium v1.0 is now available for Magic Leap 2! This marks a major step forward in XR web browsing.

Download it now at wolvic.com/dl/! #XR

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Sep 17

Wolvic Chromium 1.0 has landed! This release adds eye-tracking navigation alongside hand-tracking, introduces 18 new 3D environments, improves fullscreen window management, and enables password autocomplete in private browsing.

Plus much more...

wolvic.com/blog/chromiu...

Wolvic Chromium 1.0 Released - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Aug 23

Wolvic 1.7 is now out, with NEW eye-tracking and updated hand-tracking through OpenXR, upgrades to the Gecko web rendering engine, better window handling, new environments, bug fixes, and more. wolvic.com/blog/release...

Wolvic 1.7 Released - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jul 17

The team has been hard at work improving Wolvic in recent months:

- Added support for Huawei Vision Glass
- OpenXR hand interactions for improved tracking
- Immersive video reorientation improvements
+ lots more!

Catch up on any updates you missed:
wolvic.com/blog/

Wolvic Blog - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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Igalia @igalia.com · Jun 17

Igalia will be showing off our @WolvicXr browser on a variety of devices at the AWE US conference this week in Long Beach, CA — stop by and say hi if you can! www.igalia.com/2024/06/17/I...

Igalia at AWE USA 2024 | Igalia

Igalia is an open source consultancy specialised in the development of innovative projects and solutions. Our engineers have expertise in a wide range of technological areas, including browsers and cl...

www.igalia.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jun 17

If you prefer your XR browser to be running the Gecko engine, version 1.6.1 of that line was released last month with new device support and improved video playback. wolvic.com/blog/release...

Wolvic 1.6.1 Released - Wolvic

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jun 17

A new version of Chromium-backed Wolvic has been released, bringing the core engine up to M124 and adding OpenXR hand interaction profiles for improved tracking! wolvic.com/blog/chromiu...

Wolvic Chromium 0.9.1 Released - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Jun 12

Happy to see Safari and WebKit support immersive experiences on the Web with WebXR.

Welcome to the party!

webkit.org/blog/15443/n...

News from WWDC24: WebKit in Safari 18 beta

The last year has been a great one for WebKit.

webkit.org

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · May 24

Wolvic 1.6.1 is now out! The latest version of our Gecko-based XR browser improves video presentations, adds immersive environments, and support for the Huawei Vision Glass, along with a long set of bug fixes and stability improvements. Learn more: wolvic.com/blog/release...

A vertical video floating in front of an immersive background, which is faded out to allow the video to stand out more.

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WolvicXR @wolvic.com · Apr 17

Evolving the Wolvic Interface Over the past year, we have been working hard at improving the user interface of Wolvic to make it more flexible and useful....

wolvic.com/blog/ui-evol...

Evolving the Wolvic interface - Wolvic

wolvic.com

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Brian Kardell @bkardell.com · Apr 11

Do you have a Pico XR device?

Did you know that @wolvicxr.bsky.social is available from the PicoXR store?

store-global.picoxr.com/global/detai...

Getting it from the store is better (its evergreen, for example) and easier than side loading the APK.

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