It’s certainly been a thrilling six months, both for us and for the broader XR industry. Here’s a few highlights:
Company Milestones
Immersive Soundscape for Wake the Tiger:
Designed and installed an immersive soundscape, gaining great reviews.
This project sparked a keen interest in extended reality (XR).
Extended Reality Boot Camp by Mastered:
Completed an intensive XR boot camp, focusing on Unity and WebXR, resulting in a compelling portfolio…
SpaceShanty with
D-Unit Studios
…that attracted the attention of art collective D-Unit leading to a commission to create a web-based Augmented Reality (AR) experience for Space Shanty at the M-Shed in Bristol, launching this week! (15-Juy-2024)
Audio Systems AFLIVE
As Head of Audio for AFLIVE myself and the team delivered cutting-edge audio systems for the Arcadia Dragon Fly at Glastonbury.This project was a resounding success, showcasing the future potential of merging digital content with the real world.
Industry Milestones
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 Chipset:
Features enhanced resolution (4.3K per eye), Wi-Fi 7, and advanced body tracking.Integrated into Samsung’s upcoming XR headset, boosting both consumer and enterprise applications .
Introduced cloud streaming, advanced collaboration tools, photorealistic rendering, and AI integration.These technologies elevate XR experiences, particularly in remote collaboration and immersive graphics creation
Prototype AR smart glasses, Project Nazare, promise advanced consumer electronics.
Reduced prices for Quest 2 models to promote wider VR adoption
P&C Solution’s METALENSE 2 XR Headset:
Set to unveil at CES 2024, featuring cutting-edge optics and connectivity.Aiming to compete robustly in the XR market .
The Future!
The XR industry continues to advance rapidly, with significant breakthroughs in hardware, software, and user experience. The release of Apple’s Vision Pro and the XReal Headset further fuels the momentum.
These developments promise an exciting future where digital and real-world experiences merge seamlessly, driven by innovative technologies and creative projects. As these devices enhance visual fidelity, interactivity, and accessibility, they are poised to transform both consumer and enterprise applications, heralding a new era in the XR landscape!