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Tag: augmented reality


Privacy, Security

7 Common VPN Myths You Might Still Believe

May 22, 2024

Via: Big Data Analytics News

How many times this week were you warned by your antivirus or a popup of the site you visited that hackers have knowledge of your IP address or even bank accounts? Chances are that you were also recommended to use […]


Editorial

Unpacking the Challenges and Opportunities of the Metaverse

November 30, 2023

Via: Caitlin Simmons

In recent years, the concept of the metaverse has transitioned from the realms of science fiction into a tangible, rapidly evolving aspect of our digital landscape. It represents a seismic shift in how we interact with technology, promising to redefine […]


Editorial

Understanding Augmented Reality (AR): Real-World Applications

July 31, 2023

Via: Caitlin Simmons

Augmented Reality (AR) is an innovative technology that creates a captivating and immersive experience for users. By overlaying virtual objects, sound, or sensory stimuli onto the real environment, AR revolutionizes how we interact with technology.  For example, IKEA was one […]


Computing, Data Management

Practical Application Of Edge Cloud Computing

May 19, 2023

Via: Big Data Analytics News

Edge cloud computing has emerged as a game-changer in the world of technology, offering a decentralized approach to data processing and storage. By bringing computing resources closer to the network’s edge, edge cloud computing enables faster response times, reduced latency, […]


Editorial

5 Technologies That Are Slowly Changing Our World

September 30, 2022

Via: Natalie Dunn

The world is changing fast, and technology is the main driver of these changes. Although many experts say that digitization is still in its infancy, we are all witnessing the dynamic development of technology.  2023 will be an important year—one […]


Cybersecurity, Security

Only DevSecOps can save the metaverse

May 17, 2022

Via: Info World

Defined as a network of 3D virtual worlds focused on enhancing social connections through conventional personal computing and virtual reality and augmented reality headsets, the metaverse was once a fringe concept that few thought much, if anything, about. But more […]


Computing, Data Management

The Internet of Things will drive Big Data

April 5, 2022

Via: Big Data Analytics News

The Internet of Things (IoT) will account for over 20 billion devices in just a few short years. These devices are either connected to the Internet or they are transmitting data wirelessly – through Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and near field communication […]


Gadgets, Mobile

Apple Glasses may include some of these features

December 19, 2019

Via: Mashable

While we still don’t know when we’ll see Apple’s long-awaited headset – 2020? 2022? – we’ve now got a better idea of some of the potential features the headset could have, thanks to a pair of patent applications. As noted […]


Computing, Gadgets, Hardware, Mobile

Apple to launch AR headset in 2022 with smart glasses to follow in 2023, report claims

November 11, 2019

Via: Mashable

The biggest Apple rumor outside of Apple Car has been revived in a big way. According to a report by The Information, Apple is planning to launch an augmented reality (AR) headset in 2022, followed by a sleeker pair of […]


Gadgets, Mobile

Magic Leap One release date, price and features

January 2, 2019

Via: Techradar

The Magic Leap One is a futuristic pair of augmented reality (AR) glasses, designed to enhance your world with digital objects and images while still letting you interact with everything real that’s going on around you. Sound like science fiction? […]


Apps & OS, Mobile

ARCore 1.2 Lets Users Share AR Worlds

May 21, 2018

Via: InfoQ

At its recent I/O 2018 conference, Google announced version 1.2 of its augmented reality framework, ARCore, which brings collaborative AR experiences through Cloud Anchors, vertical plane detection, and SceneForms, which makes it possible to create 3D apps without using OpenGL. […]


Hardware Virtualization, Innovations, Trends, Types

Report: Samsung Working On Wireless AR/VR Headset With Microsoft

May 9, 2018

Via: UploadVR

It sounds like Samsung is working on a new headset that will utilize both virtual and augmented reality technology. That is according to the Korea Times, which cites a Samsung official familiar with the company’s plans. Apparently, this new headset […]


Predictions, Trends

Will Wearables Ever be Cool? Probably Not. But in Field Service, They’ll be Useful

November 23, 2017

Via: Aberdeen Essentials

As a lover of gadgets, I look forward to the day I can wear a short sleeve shirt and my Apple Watch and not feel like a social pariah, but today is not that day. Part of the stigma is […]


Gadgets, Mobile

Will Wearables Ever be Cool? Probably Not. But in Field Service, They’ll be Useful

November 16, 2017

Via: Aberdeen Essentials

As a lover of gadgets, I look forward to the day I can wear a short sleeve shirt and my Apple Watch and not feel like a social pariah, but today is not that day. Part of the stigma is […]


Computing, Software & Applications

Augmented reality will soon be everywhere, and there’s no avoiding it

April 27, 2017

Via: Mashable

The hottest thing in Silicon Valley is coming soon to … well, pretty much everything. Augmented reality is shaping up to be the next big digital gold rush, and consumers should ready themselves for the onslaught. Apple’s doing it. So […]


Apps & OS, Mobile

Snapchat’s new world lenses are its biggest push into augmented reality

April 19, 2017

Via: Mashable

Snap Inc. is a camera company, and on the day of F8, Facebook’s annual conference for developers, they want to remind the tech industry, Wall Street, and their loyal users of that mission. Snapchat is launching new world lenses, an […]


Gadgets, Mobile

10 best business hands-free and AR headsets

October 24, 2016

Via: Techradar

Google Glass bombed. Everyone knows that, but while some got in a fluster about privacy concerns and others wondered if wearable Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs) could ever become socially acceptable, the tech industry went ahead and produced a bunch more similar […]


Computing, Software & Applications

Apple confirms it is investing heavily in augmented reality

July 28, 2016

Via: TechSpot

Apple CEO Tim Cook has finally confirmed what many in the tech industry have suspected all along. That, of course, is the fact that Apple is actively developing augmented reality technology behind closed doors. Computer World points out that Cook […]


Editorial, Mobile, Smartphones

World’s First Tango-Enabled AR Smartphone Unveiled

June 10, 2016

Via: William Palmer

Augmented Reality is hitting the mainstream. Lenovo launched the much anticipated PHAB2 Pro – the world’s first Tango-enabled smartphone to enable augmented reality experiences – plus the dual-camera PHAB2 Plus and full-sized PHAB2 smartphones. World’s First Tango-Enabled AR Smartphone Unlike […]


Apps & OS, Mobile

Google may reportedly add augmented reality support to its camera app

March 28, 2016

Via: Venture Beat

Google is rumored to be looking at bringing augmented reality to its camera app. If true, the company would leverage technology from Google Goggles thereby allowing you to see relevant search results like nearby restaurants, transit information, and recommended retailers […]