The latest advances in Augmented Reality
From touch systems to spatial computing app, and Smart Glasses
After Brain-computer interfaces, which we have already talked about in a SOTA’s past issue here, could skin-integrated technology be the next big thing in the Augmented Reality field? Recently, a group of researchers from leading universities around the world is experimenting with wireless, battery-free systems that take advantage of our sense of touch. The technology, which still needs further development, has the potential to improve AR and VR experiences to a whole new level, especially when combined with AR Cloud technology, namely a 3D digital copy of the real world.
But building the AR Cloud is not an easy task. Among many companies trying to create the right platform, Ubiquity 6, a spatial computing startup, took a step forward towards the development of the Mirrorworld by releasing the Display.land app that allows users to scan and get a 3D image of their real environments.
Hardware-wise, big technology players are competing to design and produce what they believe will be the only type of computer we will use in the future: Smart Glasses connected, of course, to the AR Cloud. This year we have seen the release of many models: Microsoft HoloLens 2, Snapchat Spectacles 3, Google Glass 2 Enterprise edition, Amazon Echo Frames, NReal, Focals by North, to name a few. Even though the devices still need improvements, companies are getting better every year. You can read an interesting interview with Hololens’ inventor, Alex Kipman, about the future of AR and smart glasses in the Smithsonian’s article.
Meanwhile, Augmented and Virtual reality solutions are ever more employed not only in industrial contexts but also in artistic endeavors to create unique and vanguard artworks or as a means to preserve cultural heritage.
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The latest advances in Augmented Reality
From touch systems to spatial computing app, and Smart Glasses
After Brain-computer interfaces, which we have already talked about in a SOTA’s past issue here, could skin-integrated technology be the next big thing in the Augmented Reality field? Recently, a group of researchers from leading universities around the world is experimenting with wireless, battery-free systems that take advantage of our sense of touch. The technology, which still needs further development, has the potential to improve AR and VR experiences to a whole new level, especially when combined with AR Cloud technology, namely a 3D digital copy of the real world.
But building the AR Cloud is not an easy task. Among many companies trying to create the right platform, Ubiquity 6, a spatial computing startup, took a step forward towards the development of the Mirrorworld by releasing the Display.land app that allows users to scan and get a 3D image of their real environments.
Hardware-wise, big technology players are competing to design and produce what they believe will be the only type of computer we will use in the future: Smart Glasses connected, of course, to the AR Cloud. This year we have seen the release of many models: Microsoft HoloLens 2, Snapchat Spectacles 3, Google Glass 2 Enterprise edition, Amazon Echo Frames, NReal, Focals by North, to name a few. Even though the devices still need improvements, companies are getting better every year. You can read an interesting interview with Hololens’ inventor, Alex Kipman, about the future of AR and smart glasses in the Smithsonian’s article.
Meanwhile, Augmented and Virtual reality solutions are ever more employed not only in industrial contexts but also in artistic endeavors to create unique and vanguard artworks or as a means to preserve cultural heritage.
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AR and VR enhanced by touch
Skin-integrated technology that adds sensations to AR and VR experiences might be the next big thing in the immersive field. A team of international researchers have created a sheet of electronics to attach on the skin that is able to convert electrical energy into vibrations. Although in the early stages, the potential for this kind of human-computer interface is huge. Read on Nature
AR and VR enhanced by touch
Skin-integrated technology that adds sensations to AR and VR experiences might be the next big thing in the immersive field. A team of international researchers have created a sheet of electronics to attach on the skin that is able to convert electrical energy into vibrations. Although in the early stages, the potential for this kind of human-computer interface is huge. Read on Nature
Display.land app for AR Cloud
Ubiquity 6 launched the Display.land app to 3D scan the environments which can then be augmented and shared with friends. This is one of the first solid attempts to create the AR Cloud as well as to acclimate people to live immersive experiences. Read on AR Insider
Display.land app for AR Cloud
Ubiquity 6 launched the Display.land app to 3D scan the environments which can then be augmented and shared with friends. This is one of the first solid attempts to create the AR Cloud as well as to acclimate people to live immersive experiences. Read on AR Insider
The race to Smart Glasses
Many companies, from Google to Facebook, Microsoft, and Snapchat, are betting on Smart Glasses as the computing device of the future, which will eventually replace smartphones. CNBC’s article gives an overview of what there is currently on the market and what to expect in the next years. Read on CNBC
The race to Smart Glasses
Many companies, from Google to Facebook, Microsoft, and Snapchat, are betting on Smart Glasses as the computing device of the future, which will eventually replace smartphones. CNBC’s article gives an overview of what there is currently on the market and what to expect in the next years. Read on CNBC
How Holograms will change our lives
Alex Kipman, technical fellow at Microsoft, explains the vision behind HoloLens, the most advanced Augmented Reality device for the workplace, in this interview for Smithsonian Magazine, which nominated him as one of the winners of the 2019 American Ingenuity Award. Read on Smithsonian
How Holograms will change our lives
Alex Kipman, technical fellow at Microsoft, explains the vision behind HoloLens, the most advanced Augmented Reality device for the workplace, in this interview for Smithsonian Magazine, which nominated him as one of the winners of the 2019 American Ingenuity Award. Read on Smithsonian
The extensive practice of AR today
AR, VR, and XR are spreading fast not only in the industrial ecosystem but also in cultural projects by artists who take advantage of new technologies to create hybrid art forms as well as preserve cultural heritage. Read on Forbes
Next, we’re looking at how do we make that even more immersive, and how do we allow more people to have a shared experience together in a public space.
— John Hanke
This year, the Augmented Reality ecosystem has seen lots of improvement in terms of business applicability, consumer awareness, as well as devices and software advancements. Although the race to smart Smart Glasses got intense, smartphones and tablets are still two powerful platforms to run AR apps, whether for work or gaming activities. Further cutting edge solutions integrating virtual objects with touch, sound or even smell, will benefit this technology by making communication more clear, empathetic and real.
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About JoinPad
JoinPad is a leading global Augmented Reality company founded in 2010. With the HQ based in Italy, JoinPad has today business offices located in the USA, China, and Brazil. The company develops and distributes Augmented Reality solutions, including the related consultancy, aimed at simplifying the customer’s industrial business processes, providing innovative tools to interact with the environment.
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The extensive practice of AR today
AR, VR, and XR are spreading fast not only in the industrial ecosystem but also in cultural projects by artists who take advantage of new technologies to create hybrid art forms as well as preserve cultural heritage. Read on Forbes
Next, we’re looking at how do we make that even more immersive, and how do we allow more people to have a shared experience together in a public space.
— John Hanke
This year, the Augmented Reality ecosystem has seen lots of improvement in terms of business applicability, consumer awareness, as well as devices and software advancements. Although the race to smart Smart Glasses got intense, smartphones and tablets are still two powerful platforms to run AR apps, whether for work or gaming activities. Further cutting edge solutions integrating virtual objects with touch, sound or even smell, will benefit this technology by making communication more clear, empathetic and real.
What’s your take on this month’s articles? Remember to sign up to our newsletter to receive the next issues directly in your inbox and share your thoughts in the comments!
About JoinPad
JoinPad is a leading global Augmented Reality company founded in 2010. With the HQ based in Italy, JoinPad has today business offices located in the USA, China, and Brazil. The company develops and distributes Augmented Reality solutions, including the related consultancy, aimed at simplifying the customer’s industrial business processes, providing innovative tools to interact with the environment.
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