#virtual-reality

#virtual-reality

Set in 2033, Upload imagines a process by which living humans can upload their consciousness to a digital avatar in a virtual world. Typically, this occurs when death is imminent, though that may or may not be the case for Nathan (Robbie Amell), whose pushy girlfriend Ingrid (Allegra Edwards) urges him to do it after his self-driving car smashes into the back of a truck.

In late 2020, I ordered a Quest 2 headset. It was the middle of the pandemic, and I hoped it might break the sameness of those months. VR was everywhere in the headlines, and I wanted to see what it actually felt like. When it arrived, I put on the headset and began setup. Partway through, I had to clear space in my small office for the designated play area.

The youth outreach module is designed to prepare the next generation of students in cutting-edge microchip fabrication, using high-definition, 360-degree video.

Putting on the headset and beginning setup, discomfort emerged almost immediately. Despite feeling overwhelmed and nauseated during the experience, I tried to persevere.

The Tiramisu headset boasts a high contrast of roughly 3x that of Meta Quest 3, with angular resolution of 90 pixels per degree and brightness up to 1,400 nits.

"This is about bringing King Athelstan's era to life in an unprecedented and innovative way through cutting-edge technology."

The researchers used virtual reality to show test subjects images of human faces displaying signs of infection, revealing a distinct neurological response compared to neutral and fearful faces.

I've just been grinding with my own headset. Just set aside time each day to watch pitchers, watch the bullpens, get ready for who's coming in. I'll definitely take advantage of all these resources. I love the technology and things like that.

Meta's Audio-Visual Dyadic Motion Models utilize audio inputs from two individuals or language models to generate realistic facial expressions and body gestures, enhancing virtual interactions.

"Hi, and welcome. My name is Xaia, and I'm your mental health ally. How can I help?" The virtual reality experience provided comfort and relief for users.

The apparatus uses optical principles combined with reverse engineering algorithms to disrupt the scanner's perception, intertwining tangible events, recorded fictions, and imagined scenes to blur the line between authenticity and artifice.

Superintelligence is defined as AI that is not just at parity with most people, but even better than humans in general intellectual tasks.

The latest Zoom update for the Quest platform introduces a feature that allows users to join video calls as animated Meta Avatars instead of traditional webcam feeds.

Siemens has introduced an AI copilot, the Design Copilot NX, allowing users to interact using natural language, facilitating access to Siemens' database of technical information.

AR-guided surgeries and training in healthcare enhance precision and outcomes by integrating technology into clinical practice. Virtual classrooms transform education, allowing remote learning and interactive experiences in real-time.

Microsoft aims to consolidate all gaming experiences under the Xbox brand, launching a $400 bundle with a Meta Quest headset and Xbox controller.

When you see yourself, you're wearing your partner. I guess the work starts there: what it feels like to embody another person, which is quite strange.

Sandbox VR's Founder and CEO, Steve Zhao states the game will allow fans to 'physically step into the story they've watched unfold over the past seasons'.

Obyte's community is currently at its weakest point in 8 years, leading to the creation of Obyte City to foster connections and resilience among members.

Odyssey, an AI startup, offers a preview of its 'interactive video', a real-time AI experience likened to exploring a blurry video game.

The Lamborghini Vision Event Horizon introduces Virtual Reality Assisted Design, revolutionizing car design and enhancing user experience by merging performance with clean energy.

The Innovative Optical and Wireless Network All-Photonics Network (IOWN APN) showcases the future of optical data transfer, allowing real-time interaction between distant performers.

By immersing users in simulated environments, VR can dramatically reduce psychological distance, the mental gap we feel from events or people who seem distant or abstract to us.

We were brought on to create virtual environments that would help the director recreate the cubic world of the game as a convincing backdrop for modern moviegoers.

Brands need to meet Gen Alpha where they are: in gaming, as this generation engages with digital spaces for socializing and self-expression.

Survios has announced that Alien: Rogue Incursion - Part One: Evolved Edition will hit PC and PS5 on September 30, featuring enhanced visuals and deadlier xenomorphs.