More blending of the real and virtual. While virtual worlds tend to emphasize their digital nature, augmented reality will do anything to hide its bits and bites background by blending almost seamlessly into reality. One of the most interesting applications of this augmented (or projected) reality was recently showcased by the Fraunhofer Institute.
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Posted on: September 2, 2008 | 1 Comment »

Just a funny clip of an augmented reality application. It can really be as simple as that, a virtual pet rummaging about in your room. All the cuteness of real life with the advantages of virtuality ;)

Posted on: July 10, 2008 | No Comments »

Yesterday I got invited to witness the opening of Cisco’s Virtual Hospital ‘Palomar Pomerado Health’. At first it might sounds like ‘yet another build’ but the fact this Virtual Hospital is part of an actual, real life project makes it pretty special. The real world version will open its door somewhere in 2011, but patients [...]

Posted on: February 26, 2008 | 6 Comments »

From top-left to bottom right: Crowdmining, e-Learning, Content Development, (Social) Networking, (Adult) Entertainment, Avatarising/Real World Branding, In-world Economy, 3D Platform Applications, Art & Expression, Branded Worlds (Consumer engagement/Preferred Advertising), Experimenting (Fast Prototyping, Simulation and Scientific Research), RL Cost Reductions/Communication Efficiency, Gaming, Market Research (Polls), User Facilitation (Services for the users of the metaverse). Suggestions are [...]

Posted on: February 20, 2008 | 1 Comment »

The innovative company VRworkplace recently opened its virtual gates in Second Life. A full service stop for businesses wanting to enter the realm of Virtual Worlds. VRworkplace provides a wide range of services such as consulting, training, event hosting, building, maintenance and then some to optimise business communication. Its mission statement is: “VRworkplace aims [...]

Posted on: January 16, 2008 | No Comments »