Facebook buys oculus

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Posted this here for discussion.

Oh god...

This doesn't look good for anyone here who like me doesn't like or want to go anywhere near facebook:

  • Original article:

http://techcrunch.com/2014/03/25/facebook-to-buy-oculus-vr-maker-of-the-rift-headset-for-around-2b-in-cash-and-stock/

Tech crunch quotes Mark Zuckerberg as saying many things, some interesting snippits:

“After games, we’re going to make Oculus a platform for many other experiences. Imagine enjoying a court side seat at a game, studying in a classroom of students and teachers all over the world or consulting with a doctor face-to-face — just by putting on goggles in your home,”

“This is really a new communication platform. By feeling truly present, you can share unbounded spaces and experiences with the people in your life. Imagine sharing not just moments with your friends online, but entire experiences and adventures.”

  • Other coverage:

http://youtu.be/0tHAHmqyoTo

http://time.com/37842/facebook-oculus-rift/

http://uk.ign.com/videos/2014/03/25/facebook-buying-oculus-what-does-it-mean-for-gaming

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umDr0mPuyQc&feature=youtu.be

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so third thread to be started about this topic, how many more?

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You sir are correct, but they weren't really where i was expecting them.

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Comment there from now on as it seems to be the main thread:

https://teksyndicate.com/forum/general-discussion/facebook-acquires-oculus/174322

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I could not dislike facebook more at this moment.