🤖 AR/VR - Smart Glasses Display Simulation
This article discusses a smart glasses display simulator that uses WebXR for previewing AR applications on headsets like the Meta Quest 3. The simulator utilizes a JavaScript SDK to overcome Web Bluetooth limitations.
Key Points:
• WebXR enables AR glasses application previews on VR headsets.
• JavaScript SDK provides indirect connection to compatible smart glasses despite Web Bluetooth limitations.
• Allows for testing and development of AR applications before deployment.
🔗 Resources:
• Brilliant Labs AR ↗ - AR/VR development
• Brilliant Sole ↗ - Smart glasses technology
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💡 Interviews - EM Burlingame Interview
This article highlights a recommended interview with EM Burlingame, focusing on his trajectory of ideas, ideation, historical references, and memefication. The interview is praised for its engaging format and insightful content.
Key Points:
• Provides a comprehensive overview of EM Burlingame's work.
• Features engaging interaction between the interviewee and panelists.
• Offers valuable insights and historical context.
🔗 Resources:
• Marta Lyall ↗ - Interview host
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🚀 VR Headsets - Review of Play For Dream MR
This article summarizes a review of the Play For Dream MR headset, highlighting its features and positive reception from a VR reviewer with five years of experience.
Key Points:
• Features theater-quality visuals.
• Offers incredible comfort and ultra-responsive tracking.
• Includes an intuitive UI, built-in streaming hub, and flawless Virtual Desktop support.
🔗 Resources:
• Play For Dream ↗ - VR Headset Manufacturer
• jdunrrp ↗ - VR Reviewer
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✨ 3D Scanners - Revopoint 3D Scanner Sale
This article announces a sale on Revopoint 3D scanners, offering discounts and a promotional free marker pack.
Key Points:
• Up to 35% off scanners during a Prime Event.
• Free 500-marker pack with every scanner purchase.
• Sale runs from July 7-14.
🔗 Resources:
• Revopoint 3D ↗ - US Store
• Revopoint 3D ↗ - Global Store
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💡 Geopolitics - Syria and Russia's Withdrawal
This article discusses an interview with a Syrian-born journalist living in Germany regarding Russia's withdrawal from Syria in December 2024.
Key Points:
• Interview sheds light on Russia's actions in Syria.
• Highlights Russia's unexpected withdrawal in December 2024.
• Offers the journalist's perspective on Putin's strategy.
🔗 Resources:
• Marta Lyall ↗ - Interview host
🤖 Robotics - Zoox Robotaxi Production Facility
This article covers the opening of Zoox's dedicated robotaxi production facility in the San Francisco Bay Area, the first purpose-built facility of its kind in the US.
Key Points:
• First purpose-built robotaxi assembly site in the United States.
• Designed for serial production, enabling expanded output.
• Located in the San Francisco Bay Area.
🔗 Resources:
• Zoox ↗ - Robotaxi Company
• Wevolver ↗ - Technology News Platform
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✨ Computer Graphics - SIGGRAPH 2025 Birds of a Feather Sessions
This article announces a call for submissions for Birds of a Feather sessions at SIGGRAPH 2025, emphasizing attendee-led discussions and presentations.
Key Points:
• Attendees run the show.
• Submissions open for casual meetups and presentations.
• One week remaining to submit proposals.
🔗 Resources:
• SIGGRAPH ↗ - Computer Graphics Conference
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🤖 Machine Learning - 3D Gaussian Splatting Optimization Bounty
This article announces an optimization bounty for 3D Gaussian Splatting, with a prize pool of USD 1,300 and a deadline of July 31, 2025.
Key Points:
• USD 1,300 prize pool.
• Deadline is July 31, 2025.
• Beginner-friendly issues added for participation.
🔗 Resources:
• janusch_patas ↗ - Bounty organizer
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🤖 Motion Capture - OptiTrack Motion Capture Cameras
This article discusses OptiTrack's motion capture cameras, highlighting the team's collaborative approach to manufacturing and quality assurance.
Key Points:
• Cameras are made with collaboration, craftsmanship, and care.
• Entire production process is done under one roof in Oregon.
• Focus on ensuring every detail is perfect.
🔗 Resources:
• OptiTrack ↗ - Motion Capture Technology
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🤖 Game Development - Unreal Engine in "To a T"
This article discusses the use of Unreal Engine's Blueprint, Sequence Editor, and Level Streaming features in the game "To a T" by Keita Takahacy.
Key Points:
• Unreal Engine features were crucial for game development.
• Blueprint, Sequence Editor, and Level Streaming were used.
• Blog post provides further insights.
🔗 Resources:
• Unreal Engine ↗ - Game Engine
• Keita Takahacy ↗ - Game Developer
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