Tag: Augmented Reality

Snapchat introduces a new AI selfie feature called ‘Dreams’
30Aug By adminNo Comments
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Snapchat introduces a new AI selfie feature called ‘Dreams’

[ad_1] Over the past few months, generative AI has been utilized by more and more industrial and services segments and most recently social media platforms are also integrating artificial intelligence into their app to make user experience more fun and engaging. Keeping AI advancement and competition in mind, Snapchat has introduced a new AI selfie feature, Dreams that enables users to generate images according to different themes provided in the app. Know more about the latest feature here. About Snapchat AI selfie feature 'Dreams'There was a time when we used to take pictures from Snapchat's dog lens and it used to take out a dog's tongue when we opened our mouths. This was the time when users got to experience the augmented reality feature in a photo-sharing social media app. At pres...
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What is Meta’s awesome Surface Touch Typing Technology that Mark Zuckerberg highlighted?
29Aug By adminNo Comments
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What is Meta’s awesome Surface Touch Typing Technology that Mark Zuckerberg highlighted?

[ad_1] Have you ever imagined typing on any flat surface by just touching it? Do you know, now you can type even when you don't have a keyboard? Research is being conducted to develop the surface touch type technology and Meta seems to have crossed a milestone recently.In a report by The Verge, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, revealed his impressive typing speed of 100 words per minute (WPM) while donning a virtual reality (VR) headset. What's even more remarkable is Meta's claim that it can transform "any flat surface" into a virtual keyboard capable of achieving speeds of up to 120 WPM. This breakthrough represents a significant leap from Meta's earlier technology, as demonstrated by their 2020 "PinchType" method that averaged a mere 12 WPM. However, in the same year, their "surface tou...
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Just How Deep Is Mark Zuckerberg’s Metaverse Money Pit?
1Aug By adminNo Comments
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Just How Deep Is Mark Zuckerberg’s Metaverse Money Pit?

[ad_1] When it comes to measuring the progress of Mark Zuckerberg's metaverse, big numbers have been in short supply. Only 20 million of his Quest virtual reality headsets have sold since 2019. Only 200,000 users are reportedly active in Meta Platform Inc.'s flagship virtual reality experience, Horizon Worlds. Oh, actually, there is one big number: $21 billion lost on creating the Metaverse since the start of 2022.All this prompts an obvious question: Just how much money is Zuckerberg prepared to spend to make his Metaverse successful? Luckily for him, he doesn't have to answer that just yet. Meta's legacy business — selling online advertising — is roaring, with double digit revenue growth for the first time since the end of 2021. That's providing sufficient distraction to keep investor...
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Restaurant Of The Future – Are Augmented Reality (AR) Menus Taking Over?
12Jul By adminNo Comments
Health

Restaurant Of The Future – Are Augmented Reality (AR) Menus Taking Over?

[ad_1] The use of technology in food has been going up manifold. We are seeing all sorts of interesting applications of artificial intelligence, robot technology and augmented reality in the food industry. While some restaurants have replaced human waiters with robot ones, others are making food a concept dining experience with the use of futuristic tools. One such tool that has come into the limelight recently is the Augmented Reality (AR) menu. The idea behind the AR menu is that diners don't just read about the menu from the written version, but also see it come to life visually on their tables before they place their orders. Take a look:Also Read: How Food Technology Helps With Food Wastage - Expert RevealsImagine you are at a restaurant and are about to order your food. There are of...
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Apple Pro Vision headset gets big Mira boost
7Jun By adminNo Comments
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Apple Pro Vision headset gets big Mira boost

[ad_1] In a significant development within the augmented reality (AR) industry, Apple has taken over Mira, a startup focused on creating AR headsets. While the exact financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, the move coincides with Apple's introduction of its own AR headset named Vision Pro, priced at $3,499. Apple officially confirmed the acquisition after reports surfaced that 11 Mira employees had been hired by the tech giant. Mira's CEO, Ben Taft, shared his excitement for the company's "next chapter at Apple" in a private Instagram post, reflecting on the journey from a small startup founded in a dorm room to being acquired by Apple.Mira, founded by Ben Taft in 2016 and headquartered in Los Angeles, specialised in the development of AR headsets. The company boasted a...
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WWDC 2023: Apple’s mental, physical wellness push will have massive positive impact
6Jun By adminNo Comments
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WWDC 2023: Apple’s mental, physical wellness push will have massive positive impact

[ad_1] Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2023) commenced Monday with a keynote presentation from CEO Tim Cook that shook the technology world. Big announcements such as the launch of Vision Pro, the company's new AR/VR headset; a 15.3-inch MacBook Air; and the new M2 Ultra silicon chip, were just a few of the headline grabbers. Another focus, however, that some may have overlooked, was Apple's commitment to health and wellness demonstrated in new features and applications aims at keeping users safe and healthy. From safeguarding our eyes to improving mental wellness, let's take a look at some of the biggest health takeaways from this year's WWDC 2023. Health app now available on iPadOSHealth, the popular app Apple introduced back in 2014 to help iPhone users centralize the...
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Apple is expected to unveil a sleek, pricey headset. Is it the device VR has been looking for?
5Jun By adminNo Comments
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Apple is expected to unveil a sleek, pricey headset. Is it the device VR has been looking for?

[ad_1] Apple appears poised to unveil a long-rumored headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world, while also testing the technology trendsetter's ability to popularize new-fangled devices after others failed to capture the public's imagination.After years of speculation, the stage is set for the widely anticipated announcement to be made Monday at Apple's annual developers conference in a Cupertino, California, theater named after the company's late co-founder Steve Jobs. Apple is also likely to use the event to show off its latest Mac computer, preview the next operating system for the iPhone and discuss its strategy for artificial intelligence. But the star of the show is expected to be a pair of goggles — perhaps called “Reality Pro,” according to media leaks...
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Apple WWDC Hardware Sneak Peek: Mixed Reality Headset and MacBook Air 15-inch
4Jun By adminNo Comments
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Apple WWDC Hardware Sneak Peek: Mixed Reality Headset and MacBook Air 15-inch

[ad_1] Apple's highly anticipated Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2023 is set to showcase not only software updates but also an array of exciting new hardware. While the event has traditionally focused on software releases, this year's edition promises to be memorable with a host of possible hardware reveals.One of the most anticipated unveilings is Apple's first venture into augmented and virtual reality with the rumored "Reality Pro" AR/VR headset. Boasting the new xrOS operating system, this headset is expected to offer an unprecedented combination of virtual and augmented reality experiences. However, with a price tag rumored to be around $3,000, its success remains uncertain. Another exciting prospect is the rumored debut of the 15-inch MacBook Air, which could steal the spot...
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Apple WWDC 2023: Headset, iOS 17 done deal, but will there be any surprises?
1Jun By adminNo Comments
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Apple WWDC 2023: Headset, iOS 17 done deal, but will there be any surprises?

[ad_1] Apple enthusiasts and developers around the world are eagerly waiting for the annual World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2023. Apple has officially announced the dates for this highly anticipated event, which will take place in an online format from June 5 to June 9. Excitement fills the air as everyone wonders whether Apple has any surprise announcements up its sleeve this year.While the event will be held online and be free for all developers to attend, there is a special experience in store for select developers and students. They have been invited to join Apple at its iconic Apple Park on opening day, promising an extraordinary start to the conference. Apple recently sent out exclusive invitations to select media outlets, inviting them to attend the highly anticipated WWDC...
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Halloween returns: How Augmented Reality Can Cut Down on Product Returns
29Oct By adminNo Comments
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Halloween returns: How Augmented Reality Can Cut Down on Product Returns

[ad_1] One study found that consumers who used AR to try products virtually were less likely to send purchases back. With Halloween just around the corner, here's something scary: Americans are expected to spend close to $3 billion this year on costumes, according to the National Retail Federation, many of which only get worn once. Factor in the growing number of returns spawned by the rise of e-commerce, and the environmental impact of Oct. 31 can be frightening all on its own. A bit of technology could help. For the first time this year, costume company Disguise Inc. is partnering with Snapchat owner Snap Inc. on an augmented-reality lens that lets users try on costumes virtually and then order them directly from their phone. Snapchat users take a full-body photo and then browse ...
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