When was the last time you heard about AR glasses and it actually turned out to be glasses? With nreal light, you’ve got just that. Compared to other AR gear, it’s a pretty small device but already becoming a pretty big deal in the tech conventions it’s making rounds in. Although it comprises of three…
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Positional Tracking in VR: A Review of Tracking Systems & Their Features
What makes a VR headset different from a regular 3D display is its feature of tracking. Positional tracking has become a key feature in most of the VR headsets, including some standalone headsets, so you can duck, lean and walk around in virtual reality. Before moving on to the ‘How’ of positional tracking, let’s see…
SLAM Technology Redrawing AR’s Battle Lines
All sci-fi fans are holding their breath for next wave of fantasy turned reality. But for technology to become self-sufficient reality, it needs a pre-existing map of environment. This raises the “what came first: chicken or egg?” question – knowing your orientation and position is necessary to map an environment which is only gained from…