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Kiwi Stories

Augmented Reality (AR) stories

NZTA launches VR experience for learner drivers

The NZ Transport Agency has unveiled a VR app to help learner drivers practise spotting hazards and using mirrors on real New Zealand streets.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2017

AR, VR & Metaverse

Christchurch company produces VR pilot training app for Ports of Auckland

The LWA app uses virtual reality to safely simulate the experience maritime pilots go through when getting on and off ships.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017

Global Stories

Augmented Reality (AR) stories

AR, VR & Metaverse

Sony reveals their new VR venture at ISE 2018

At ISE 2018, Sony unveiled Sonic Surf VR, an advanced audio technology promising immersive, interactive soundscapes for diverse applications.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2018

Gaming

2018, the year that...AR will overtake VR in popularity

In 2018, Augmented Reality (AR) is poised to overtake Virtual Reality (VR) in popularity due to its accessibility and practical applications across industries.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018

AR, VR & Metaverse

Lightweave aims to create VR/AR for the masses

Lightweave, an Australian experiential agency, revolutionises VR/AR with pop-up stalls in malls and sports events, aiming to make immersive tech for everyone.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2018

Unified Communications

New to VR? Here's how you can use it in the workplace

Virtual reality isn't just for gamers; it's transforming workplaces by enhancing team building, customer experience, and remote collaboration. Here's how.

By Ellie Martin • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018

Network Infrastructure

Dell brings the future with industrial AR reseller agreement

Dell will be providing the Meta 2 Augmented Reality Development Kit which includes a medical holodeck application.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2018

Public Cloud

Microsoft helps Australian company democratise new VR tech

Australian immersive experience platform, 360dgrees, has launched its retail offering with Country Road as its first customer.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018

Digital Signage

Survey reveals next three years to be crucial for IT in Aussie retail

More than half confided their company would need to adopt new technology within the next three years in order to evolve and stay competitive.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018

Robotics

How human-machine partnerships will drive the future of business

Angela Fox from Dell EMC talks about the mainstream appeal of new technologies like AI and VR, and how organisations must adapt as a result.

By Angela Fox • 6 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018

AR, VR & Metaverse

Sit back and enjoy your TV shows in VR

Dream VR partners with Pico Interactive to stream original content on Pico's VR headsets, adding 150+ channels to expand immersive entertainment options.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018

Digital Signage

HTC reveals the Vive Pro upgrade and wireless adaptor

HTC VIVE unveils new hardware upgrades including the Vive Pro and Vive Wireless, offering users a premium VR experience.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018

Digital Entertainment

Final Cut Pro X introduces VR video editing

Apple updates Final Cut Pro X to include advanced 360-degree VR video editing, HDR support, and optimised 8K video editing on the new iMac Pro.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2018

Identity and Access Management

Gartner's ten predictions for smartphone AI developments

Gartner predicts smartphone AI will evolve into personalised companions by 2022, with 80% of devices boasting on-device AI, up from 10% in 2017.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2018

Digital Entertainment

Facebook Messenger launches augmented reality extras

Facebook Messenger has launched its World Effects technology on the Messenger camera, allowing people to drop 3D objects in their surroundings...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2017

AR, VR & Metaverse

AR or VR? GlobalData says one will offer far greater opportunities

Both of these technologies often make the headlines as 'game changers', but GlobalData says only one is set to completely disrupt modern business.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017

Marketing Technologies

Editing VR footage is a breeze with new Adobe plug-in

CyberLink has introduced the VR Stabilizer plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, offering easy, cost-effective tools to stabilise 360-degree videos.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2017