Characters and universes replicate-transform and collide in the Multiverse of Madness. In Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Marvel Studios has introduced unusual visual elements that seem to take reality to next level. The film shows broken universes, environments wrapped in illusion, and magical traps that shatter the world. “In Doctor Strange in the … [Read more...] about Multiplicity
Ncam updates its AR Suite plug-in for UE5
Targeted for virtual production and broadcast. Ncam is known for its real-time camera-tracking technology providing low-latency visualization of immersive CG content in-camera through its markerless solution, making it ideal for use in virtual environments. Ncam introduced the AR Suite in 2020, which connects real-time tracking data to Unreal Engine for a smoother and more … [Read more...] about Ncam updates its AR Suite plug-in for UE5
Autodesk makes ‘Radical’ investment
Radical’s AI-powered mocap platform fits Autodesk’s cloud strategy. Autodesk knows a good investment in technology when it sees it. And it sees it with New York-based Radical and its “born in the cloud,” AI-powered motion-capture solution. So much so, Autodesk is making an undisclosed financial investment in the company. The major attraction? Autodesk has made no secret … [Read more...] about Autodesk makes ‘Radical’ investment
Nvidia leaves a ‘paper’ trail
Company teams with academics to present a record number of research papers at SIGGRAPH 2022. Groundbreaking research has always been an important aspect of SIGGRAPH, as scientists and researchers present the latest industry advancements to conference-goers. The acceptance rate for presenting a technical paper at SIGGRAPH averages between 17%–27%, following a … [Read more...] about Nvidia leaves a ‘paper’ trail
Digital Domain is part of a big Hollywood Secret
The studio uses digital magic to create crowds and new Ministry HQ for The Secrets of Dumbledore. Professor Albus Dumbledore knows that the powerful dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches, and one brave Muggle baker on … [Read more...] about Digital Domain is part of a big Hollywood Secret
DragonFly 3.0 takes off
Glassbox Technologies upgrades its virtual camera solution. Glassbox Technologies is taking the sting out of the complex process of virtual productions, releasing a major update to its cross-platform virtual camera software, Dragonfly, with new camera simulation functionality and features that further streamline the virtual production workflow process. DragonFly 3.0 … [Read more...] about DragonFly 3.0 takes off
Lenovo’s ThinkPad P16 mobile workstation
Power can come in a smaller package. The ThinkPad P16 mobile workstation is Lenovo’s all-new power offering, delivering the highest levels of support of any ThinkPad P series mobile workstation. Inside is a new class of Intel Core processors with support for up to Nvidia RTX A5500 professional graphics card, giving the mobile workstation the power needed to perform complex … [Read more...] about Lenovo’s ThinkPad P16 mobile workstation
Building better humans
Digital Domain’s Digital Humans Group introduces the latest developments in real-time autonomous digital humans. Zoey is not really who you think she is. That is, if you believe her to be an actual human. And why wouldn’t you? She looks real. She engages in natural conversation. She can even cop a bit of an attitude at times. Introduced at FMX 2022 recently, Zoey is the … [Read more...] about Building better humans
Romance enhanced
VFX make Bridgerton’s settings even more lavish. As COVID-19 kept people inside their homes, they were introduced to the rich trappings, non-stop gossip, romantic undercurrents, and competitive nature of high society during the UK’s Regency era at the early part of the 19th century when the streaming drama Bridgerton debuted. The series, which chronicled this upper class’s … [Read more...] about Romance enhanced
So, what’s the story with GPUs?
The cost and availability, as well as the state of the market. The invasion of Ukraine. Inflation. COVID. The price of gasoline and oil. The supply chain. Climate change. Those are some of the news topics driving today’s headlines domestically and abroad. While not as staggering, technology has had garnered a few headlines of late, particularly pertaining to GPUs. Why the … [Read more...] about So, what’s the story with GPUs?