The State of Immersive Technology
We can all agree that the age of Virtual Reality is here. Virtual Reality or VR as some would term it is one of the most significant inventions that we have witnessed. We have seen numerous developments in this field and have paved way to make it more advanced.
The developments in the Virtual Reality technology and the different products is associated with its use, opened more doors of opportunities. We now have more immersive technologies like augmented reality, and now we have the hybrid reality or mixed reality. These types of advanced software or platforms will provide a new world in different industries.
There are a lot of famous and leading tech companies that continue to invest in these tools. These positive financial ventures will correspond to more improvements and developments, and these updates will also affect the consumer’s interest. It will grow in the coming years at it proves its benefits.
The Vision on Holograms
When the different tech companies heard about immersive technology, they did not have any second thoughts of adopting and developing Virtual Reality. Big tech companies had a blueprint or had a vision of this technology. This enabled them to progress on the development of a seemingly impossible technology. This technology is what we call the Hologram.
Several years ago, holograms were only seen in science fiction movies. It was once thought that holograms might not be achievable and it will be a long-shot innovation in the technology arena.
This technology that was only seen in movies is now the talk of the town. If you are a Star Wars or Iron Man fan, this is something that you will be looking forward to. It is now within our reach; we can now enjoy this at the comforts of our home.
What is a Hologram?
Based on the definition, a hologram is a three-dimensional image, created through a photographic projection. The word hologram is taken from the Greek words “holos (whole) and gramma (message).” Let us not get confused on a two-dimensional display that is usually projected in a computer. The hologram is a true three-dimensional image simulation.
The Rise of Microsoft HoloLens
The unending advancements in technology have further shaped the concept of holography or holograms. Famous tech giants have spent years in making holograms a technology that we can enjoy. Let us take Microsoft as an example. Microsoft launched its Hololens to redefine the world of technology.
What is Microsoft HoloLens?
Microsoft HoloLens Baraboo is a pair of mixed reality smart glasses developed and manufactured by Microsoft. The HoloLens grew its popularity as the first computer running Mixed Reality platform under the Windows 10 operating system.
How does it work?
A lot of people are asking the technology behind Hololens. How does it work? The Microsoft Hololens is running in Windows 10 Holographic edition. The smart technology or the primary core of HoloLens is that it overlays virtual information so it looks as if the person using the Hololens is in that same world. What is great about this, is the fact that it does not need any console or computer for it to function. It does not need any desktop or laptop for you to use it. It functions as a standalone platform.
The built-in sensors help in creating a laid out environment which does not need any external devices for it to work. The environment is projected, and at the same time, the user has a complete control of everything. The hololens places the user in a virtual position where it recognizes your hand gestures or movements.
If you are thinking of how the external audio will work, well get this, it will not interfere with your ears as it uses a three-dimension speaker system that will allow sounds from the real world with no interferences.
This enables the users to interact with the digital world freely, while at the same time the digital world is also reacting to both the user and its physical environment. A true definition of what we call the hybrid reality.
What are the benefits of mixed reality through Hololens?
The striking thing about Hololens is the fact that it will be a platform or a tool that games, applications, and other technical contents can use. Imagine using the Hololens to access your role-play games and even your social media applications.
This can also impact the world of traveling. Imagine an application that lets you travel in different places at the comforts of your home. Although nothing beats the real world experience of traveling, this will help people with disabilities who have limited means of traveling. This new technology will help these people achieve another item on their bucket list. The Hololens provides the traveler with views and animations that no tourist can ever see in the real world. It provides an immersive world!
Education will be revitalized with the use of Hololens! You want to see the mammoth or get an experience running with the dinosaurs? This is the answer to all of these. It will have a huge effect on the learner as it will combine the two different worlds and making it near-reality experience. Just imagine how kids will react walking side-by-side with the mammoth that they only see in movies.
It will also impact the medical education. Aspiring doctors will have an ease regarding understanding human anatomy without the need to look for a cadaver. Though there will be no interaction, it still is a great application!
Another impact of hololens is with the entertainment industry. This will redefine the movie experience since you do not just watch the movie, but act as if you are part of the movie. Every move that you do is recognized. Aside from that, you can also start creating your movies using this application. It gives and brings creativity on to the next level.
Just picture this, having your regular meetings using this application. This enables you to provide real-time updates on the reports that you are presenting and making it more interactive.
The future is, thanks to the breakthroughs presented by Microsoft HoloLens.