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
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Putting AR eyewear into focus
Not your grandfather's glasses, that's for sure! The golden dream is that one day we will have inconspicuous, robust, and attractive consumer AR glasses that will be worn as commonly as we wear sunglasses or corrective eyeglasses today. That dream will be realized, but it is taking a bit longer than anyone had anticipated—it is a really difficult challenge with a lot of … [Read more...] about Putting AR eyewear into focus
Oh, Snap! AR glasses with real-time ray tracing
And not a GPU in sight. Last week at Snap’s partner summit, the company showed its next-gen AR glasses with a special feature—real-time ray tracing. It was difficult to figure out where the Nvidia RTX graphics AIB was, and that was because Snap wasn’t using one, or anyone else’s GPU. The RTRT is done via Snap’s Lens Studio software, which came from a recent … [Read more...] about Oh, Snap! AR glasses with real-time ray tracing
Pixotope acquisition to create end-to-end virtual production solution
Integration of TrackMen real-time 3D tracking makes VP more accessible. In a move that will result in a complete virtual production platform, Pixotope Technologies AS, which provides live augmented reality and virtual production solutions, has acquired TrackMen Gmbh, developer of real-time 3D camera and talent tracking solutions. The acquisition, says Pixotope, is a … [Read more...] about Pixotope acquisition to create end-to-end virtual production solution
Epigraph brings Ace Hardware into the AR age
Visualize your dreams with your phone. You’ve seen stories about people visualizing a sofa from Ikea in their living room, but what about more prosaic and sometimes awkward and esoteric things like a 40-foot ladder, a barbecue grill, or a riding lawn mower? One of the great joys I get is going to the hardware store and seeing all the stuff. And every time I do, I am … [Read more...] about Epigraph brings Ace Hardware into the AR age
TriLite trying to bring augmented reality eyewear to the consumer market
TriLite has announced that it has raised €8 million in a new round of funding. TriLite claims to set a new standard in super small projection displays through its Trixel 3 product. The company says its ultra-compact projection displays are ideal for consumer augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) applications. The laser beam scanner (LBS) system in Trixel 3 has an … [Read more...] about TriLite trying to bring augmented reality eyewear to the consumer market
Xiaomi Smart Glasses
Closest step yet to what AR glasses should be. Xiaomi (pronounced show-me) announced their cleverly named Xiaomi Smart Glasses—the latest entry in new smart wearable devices. Xiaomi says their Smart Glasses (XSG) combine imaging systems and sensors into a subtle, ordinary glasses design using MicroLEDs with optical waveguide technology. The XSFs weigh 51 g. By comparison, … [Read more...] about Xiaomi Smart Glasses
Collaborating around the Campfire with augmented reality
Meta technology resurfaces as a new company with AR pioneer Jay Wright at the helm. There are at least 12 popular AR SDKs. Why is that important? For two reasons, (A) you can’t develop a category or industry without applications that people want and need, and (B) if you enter such a market, you’ve got an excellent foundation to work with.One of the first companies to help … [Read more...] about Collaborating around the Campfire with augmented reality
WWDC21: Apple announces Object Capture API for creating AR experiences
Unity will launch the Object Capture API in its AR Companion app later in 2021. At WWDC21, Apple previewed its new Monterey version of MacOS macOS 12. On the AR front, Apple has added new APIs to RealityKit 2, the latest version of Apple’s rendering, animation, audio, and physics engine for AR. Apple says developers can create more realistic and complex AR experiences with … [Read more...] about WWDC21: Apple announces Object Capture API for creating AR experiences
PTC adds AR and generative design to products in Atlas portfolio
PTC demonstrates the flexibility of Atlas and its commitment to SaaS. Since its arrival in 2012, Onshape has been revolutionary in its commitment to pure SaaS for design. The company also demonstrated a willingness to innovate on the fly. Recognizing the challenge of bringing a new design tool into a very mature market, Onshape concentrated on getting a usable base product out … [Read more...] about PTC adds AR and generative design to products in Atlas portfolio