🚀 3D Modeling - Backyard Visualization
This article details a workflow for creating a 3D model of a backyard using Polycam, Substance 3D, and Unreal Engine 5. The process is illustrated with images showcasing the final result.
Key Points:
• Quick and efficient 3D scanning using Polycam.
• Seamless texture application with Substance 3D and Megascans assets.
• Assembly and rendering in Unreal Engine 5.
🔗 Resources:
• Polycam ↗ - 3D scanning software
• Substance 3D ↗ - Material creation software
• Megascans ↗ - High-quality 3D assets
• Unreal Engine 5 ↗ - Real-time 3D creation tool
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🤖 3D Printing - Custom Phone Case Design
This article describes a user's experience designing a custom 3D-printed camera bump modification for a phone using Revopoint MetroX 3D scanner. Images illustrate the scanning and design process.
Key Points:
• Precise 3D scanning of phone using Revopoint MetroX.
• Accurate design and modification of the camera bump.
• Easy 3D printing of custom phone case.
🔗 Resources:
• Revopoint 3D ↗ - 3D scanning and printing solutions
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✨ Holographic Displays - Looking Glass Recognition
This article announces Looking Glass's recognition as one of Fast Company's Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Consumer & Household Goods for 2025.
Key Points:
• Innovation in holographic display technology.
• Increased accessibility of 3D content.
🔗 Resources:
• FastCompany ↗ - Business news publication
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🤖 AI and XR - Workforce Training Event
This article announces an upcoming AI and XR workforce event in Oradea, Romania, focusing on the transformative applications of these technologies in education and workforce training.
Key Points:
• Exclusive look at AI and XR in education and workforce training.
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals.
• Registration details provided.
🔗 Resources:
• Event Registration ↗ - Sign-up link for the event
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✨ Spectacles - Software Update
This article highlights a new update for Spectacles, featuring new lenses, updates from Niantic Labs, Utopia Labs, and Games Wabi Sabi, and a revamped Basketball Lens.
Key Points:
• New Lenses and updates from multiple developers.
• Revamped Basketball Lens.
• Numerous unspecified features included in the update.
🔗 Resources:
• Niantic Labs ↗ - AR technology company
• Utopia Labs ↗ - Technology company
• Games Wabi Sabi ↗ - Game development studio
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💡 Email Newsletter - Weekly Digest
This article announces an upcoming email newsletter featuring daily updates compiled into a weekly digest with exclusive content. A link is provided to sign up.
Key Points:
• Weekly compilation of daily updates.
• Inclusion of exclusive content.
• Subscription option available.
🤖 Open Mapping - State of the Map 2025
This article promotes the State of the Map 2025 event, celebrating mapping experiences and promoting the open mapping movement.
Key Points:
• Celebration of mapping experiences.
• Promotion of open mapping movement.
🤖 Game Development - A-Frame VR Game Breakdown
This article breaks down "The King's Crowns," an A-Frame VR game entry in the js13kGames competition. Key features of the game are listed.
Key Points:
• Procedural terrain generation.
• Diverse flora and fauna.
🔗 Resources:
• A-Frame VR ↗ - Open-source VR framework
• js13kGames ↗ - Game development competition
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🤖 TinyML - UNIHIKER K10 Platform
This article introduces the UNIHIKER K10, an inexpensive ESP32-S3-based STEM education platform for TinyML experiments. The platform's features are highlighted.
Key Points:
• Low-cost platform for TinyML experimentation.
• Supports image detection and voice recognition.
• Includes a 2.8-inch display, speaker, and multiple sensors.
🔗 Resources:
• DFRobot ↗ - Electronics and robotics company
• CNX Software ↗ - Technology news website
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🤖 Javascript Physics Engine - Cannon.js
This article discusses the need for a compact and performant Javascript physics engine and suggests continuing development of Cannon.js.
Key Points:
• Native WASM engines are often too large and lack tree-shaking support.
• Cannon.js offers a compact alternative (35kB).
🔗 Resources:
• Cannon.js ↗ - Javascript physics engine
• Bundlephobia ↗ - Package size analyzer
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