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Like every year, August is rather quiet in the augmented reality sector and we are all waiting for the announcements of the various September meetings at Meta or Apple. But we still had some interesting articles, in particular on the evolution of glasses and the transformation of « space computing ». We also took the opportunity to explore the links between art and XR with Gérard « Holoman » Bernasconi.
On the business side, nothing very new even if Microsoft seems to be interested in augmented reality glasses. Other manufacturers are also making announcements of this type, but with a little more anticipation like Snap which will soon offer its 5th generation. In the software part, we will remember the announcement of Meta to close « Spark Studio », its tool for creating augmented reality filters for Facebook and Instagram. If you are a creator, you have 6 months to find a plan B.
For uses, I recommend you watch the excellent video on the use of 3D at IKEA. Another interesting news from Uganda, the country is implementing a proactive policy of using XR in education. Is this a first step? We’ll see!
See you in a month!
The News
Augmented Reality Sculptures: Discover the world of Holoman! – Augmented Reality – Augmented Reality
Today we invite you to discover the works and experiences of Gérard « Holoman » Bernasconi. Holoman describes himself as a digital pop artist, influenced by pop art and street art, with a strong orientation towards accessibility to the general public.
Published on: August 9, 2024 – 9:51 am
Adoption of Real-time AR-assisted Inspections for Quality and Compliance – AREA
AREA publishes for its members the results of a research work on the use of RA in control and quality inspections.
Published on: August 6, 2024 – 9:09 am
Strategies, visions and discussions
The Future of AR Glasses, “See-Through” vs. “Pass-Through” (AWE 2024) – Augmented Reality
We definitely talk a lot about augmented reality glasses here, and again for a little over a year and the announcements of Meta at the last Meta Connect. It is clear that the subject excites the big digital companies because, in conjunction with generative AI, this hardware could well become the successor to our smartphone. At the last edition of the AWE a particularly interesting round table was dedicated to this subject. It is time to give you a little summary and invite you to watch it.
Published on: August 22, 2024 – 3:38 p.m.
Beyond Passthrough: How New Display Technologies Can Shape The Future of AR Glasses
Here’s a really interesting discussion about augmented reality glasses, recorded at AWE2024. The panelists discuss the current technical challenges, the differences between pass-through and see-through technologies, and the trade-offs needed to make these glasses socially acceptable and comfortable to wear in everyday life. They also discuss privacy issues, eye strain concerns, and how artificial intelligence could improve the user experience.
Published on: August 22, 2024 – 11:09 am
A First-Principles Analysis of Smart Glasses, Part 2 – AR Insider
A two-part article that will help you take stock of the AR glasses that are in the making. There are still many challenges to overcome before they arrive massively on the market.
Published on: August 20, 2024 – 12:09 pm
AI and AR can supercharge ‘ambient computing’ – Computerworld
An interesting take on the evolution of “ambient computing”, a fairly old concept based on the movement of digital tools from humans to places, spaces. XR could now bring a new lease of life to this concept
Published on: August 20, 2024 – 8:36 am
Companies
Information converges on Microsoft developing an MR headset for the general public. The merger with Samsung could be a step closer to creating a Microsoft/Samsung/Google trio to compete with the positions of Meta and Apple
Published on: August 20, 2024 – 8:41 am
Faes AR Wants to Change the Face of Fantasy Gaming and You – TechAcute
ARaura to launch campaign to fund Faes AR app, allowing you to bring your online role-playing game character to life
Published on: August 14, 2024 – 10:03 am
Patent hints at Microsoft’s plans for Windows-powered AR glasses with advanced camera
Predicting the future with patent filings is a hit-or-miss art, but let’s note that Microsoft doesn’t seem to want to abandon hardware so quickly. Are AI-powered AR glasses in the works?
Published on: August 6, 2024 – 8:31 am
Is Magic Leap Ditching its Hardware Business? –XR Today
Uncertainty over the future of Magic Leap. The company seems to want to refocus on the software part and is looking for partners to take over its « hardware » part.
Published on: August 2, 2024 – 2:18 p.m.
Hardware & Software
Snap is reportedly working on a new pair of augmented reality shows
Snap will announce the 5th version of its “Spectacles” glasses on September 17.
Published on: August 23, 2024 – 10:27 am
Xiao-I Corporation Showcases Hearview Smart Glasses at Successful US Launch Event | AIXI Stock News
Xiao-I Corporation is launching a pair of glasses with screens in the USA to facilitate real-time subtitling, linked to a dedicated application. The “Hearview Smart Glasses” are available for sale.
Published on: August 14, 2024 – 10:16 am
Scaniverse Update Lets Users Upload 3D Scans to a Spatial Map
Niantic now offers in the Scaniverse application all the tools to easily take 3D shots processed by Gaussian Splatting and then integrate them into Niantic Studio
Published on: August 30, 2024 – 10:48 am
A Meta Spark Update | Meta Spark shut down
Meta announces the shutdown of its Spark creation tool by January 2025. Creators have 6 months to find another solution.
Published on: August 27, 2024 – 6:05 p.m.
Gaussian splatting technology is coming to the Niantic Studio creation tool.
Published on: August 27, 2024 – 8:13 am
Social Networks: WhatsApp announces the arrival of a new feature to revolutionize video calls!
Augmented reality filters are coming to WhatsApp
Published on: August 2, 2024 – 2:07 p.m.
Vivo to launch its first mixed reality headset in 2025
Chinese manufacturer Vivo announces a mixed reality headset for 2025.
Published on: August 2, 2024 – 1:58 p.m.
The uses
Uganda introduces augmented virtual reality in schools – We are Tech
Uganda Information Communication Technology (UICT) sets up a steering committee to launch the Augmented Virtual Reality (AVR) project aimed at amplifying the use of immersive technologies in education
Published on: August 28, 2024 – 3:30 p.m.
IKEA’s Journey Through 3D Visualization and Spatial Computing By Martin Enthed
An impressive presentation of the history of 3D at IKEA that covers all the major milestones. The company took the path of 3D very early on to facilitate the shopping experience of its customers and to test many solutions.
Published on: August 22, 2024 – 11:21 am
Three good reasons to visit the Prytanée de La Flèche in augmented reality
Discover the Saint-Louis church of the Prytanée de La Flèche in augmented reality
Published on: August 9, 2024 – 9:38 am
Revolutionizing Marine Corps Maintenance with AR/VR Technology – Seapower
U.S. Navy maintenance specialists are training to use the XR to aid in their daily operations.
Published on: August 9, 2024 – 9:34 am
Are you on vacation in the Verdun region? Don’t forget to enjoy the visit of the Citadel in augmented reality!
Published on: August 2, 2024 – 2:05 p.m.
Immersive experiences: Snapchat at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Snapchat offers several filters and lenses dedicated to the Olympic Games in partnership with the IOC
Published on: August 2, 2024 – 1:50 p.m.
Jobs ( list )
- [job] Partnership & Projects Manager, AR Studio – Snap – Paris
- [job] CDI Business Applications Developer .Net C# – Equans – Nantes
- [job] Internship offers at Immersion – Bordeaux
- [job] Senior Consultant 3D Xreality Next – Sopra Steria – Courbevoie (92)
- [job] CDI CAD Operator, Virtual Reality and Simulation – CIMPA – BAUDRE (50)
- [job] Industrial IT project manager M/F – Hays – Dijon
- [job] PhD student M/F Generation and control of virtual mannequin by learning for the simulation of industrial processes in virtual reality – INRIA – Paris
- [job] META Horizon Developer – Paris (75) – Albyon
Upcoming events ( list )
- Shift Medical 2024 – September 18-20 – Heidelberg
- XR DAYS 2024 Exhibition – La Ruche industrielle – October 15-16 – Vénissieux
- Augmented Enterprise Summit – October 15/17 – Dallas
- GITECH Global – 14-18 October 2024 – Dubai
- AWE EU 2024 – 29-30 October – Vienna
- EuroXR Conference 2024 – November 27th to 29th – Athens, Greece
- XR Awards 2024 – Dec 05 – Rotterdam
- Immersive Tech Week – 4 DECEMBER – 6 DECEMBER – Rotterdam
