Apple unveiled a gripping underwater film exclusively for Apple Vision Pro recently, leaving me breathless with anticipation.
The movie Submerged was a unique blend of technology, not falling into the categories of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), or 360-degree video. It offered viewers a 180-degree perspective that was as captivating as being inside a leaking submarine.
But hold on, you might ask. Wasn’t Apple Vision Pro primarily focused on AR experiences?
Despite reports indicating lower-than-expected sales figures for Apple Vision Pro, there remains a dedicated community of users who swear by its functionality. These enthusiasts find the most value in expanding their MacBook Pro desktop to massive proportions through AR displays that seem to float in mid-air.
This innovative approach – using AR for desktop computing rather than just entertainment or communication – echoes the vision behind Sightful’s Spacetop computing platform.
Sightful’s groundbreaking Spacetop G1 introduced an augmented reality laptop that utilized AR glasses instead of traditional screens. The system projected a virtual 100-inch display in front of users, seamlessly integrated with their physical keyboard. Powered by SpaceOS, an Android-based operating system tailored for cloud-based applications akin to Chromebook functionality, this device revolutionized how we interact with technology. I first covered this development back in June.
2024-10-26 05:15:02
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