# Cross-Platform VR Apps The Khronos Group Will Launch OpenXR Aimed at VR Comparability By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-08-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossplatform-vr References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/07/30/openxr-1-launch/) & [khronos.org](https://www.khronos.org/news/press/khronos-releases-openxr-1.0-specification-establishing-a-foundation-for-the-ar-and-vr-ecosystem) The Khronos Group has created its first edition of [OpenXR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lynx-r1-mixed-reality-headset), which will allow for cross-platform VR apps. The platform would enable developers to build apps that would be able to run across different versions of VR and AR headsets. The Khronos Group has completed an experimental phone of the cross-platform VR app approximately a month ago, and the organization is presently ready to release its complete version. [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qualcomm-and-microsoft) has notably made the OpenXR app available on its platform ahead of the app's launch. The company has expressed its excitement to work with OpenXR to enhance virtual reality capabilities. [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-hmd) has also indicated that it will support OpenXR on its Rift and Quest headsets. HTC's VP, Binay Narayan, has also stated that HTC will also incorporate support for OpenXR. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cross-platform VR Apps:** OpenXR enables developers to build apps that would be able to run across different versions of VR and AR headsets, offering opportunities for increased accessibility and broader audience reach. - **Enhanced VR Capabilities:** Partnerships with OpenXR could improve the user experience for virtual reality and augmented reality users, allowing for more seamless interactions. - **Collaborative VR Development:** OpenXR provides an opportunity for companies to work together to create an immersive experience for their customers, resulting in new and unique offerings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **VR/AR Development:** Companies in the VR and AR development space can leverage OpenXR to create more versatile apps, potentially leading to increased market share. - **Gaming:** OpenXR can help gaming companies create cross-platform games, providing greater accessibility and potentially expanding their audience and revenue streams. - **Social Media:** Social media platforms, like Facebook, that incorporate OpenXR can enhance the virtual communication experience for users, potentially leading to a competitive advantage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive Multimodal AI Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-xr.md) - [Collaborative XR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-xr-headset.md) - [Enterprise-Ready VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-thinkreality-vrx.md) - [Goggle-Shaped VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-2.md) - [Independent Metaverse VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-hmd.md) - [Interactive AI Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-xr.md) - [VR Management Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extendxr.md) - [Social Metaverse Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-worlds.md) - [Refocused Mixed Reality Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-glasses.md)