NEEDHAM, MA – The global AR/VR headset market rebounded in the latest quarter with 18.1% year-over-year growth, according to IDC. Meta led with a 50.8% market share, while XREAL and Viture recorded strong gains amid growing demand for immersive experiences.

IDC forecasts a shift from pure VR to mixed and extended reality, with MR shipments projected to rise from 3.3 million units to over 15.2 million by 2029. Despite a 12% decline expected this year due to delayed launches, the market is set for an 87% rebound next year.

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