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#9 - XR & the Future of Emotion Analytics

Back in 2020, James Cameron and Mercedes-Benz collaborated for the “Vision AVTR” concept car that was modeled on animal movements and behaviors as vehicles became more autonomous while using biometrics to gather data from the driver. This was just a demonstration for CES, it is an interesting look at what might become of our devices as emotional intelligence progresses. As VR and AR solutions become more inherent there are many more data points being taken in. The depth of this data can have a lasting impact on metrics moving forward. On this episode of XR Star we talk to founding partner of Parallel Matthew Falla about emotional analytics and the process of gathering & utilizing it for projects down the line.

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#8 - XR & the Future of Broadcast

We interrupt this broadcast to bring you... Extended Reality is disrupting the future of media and broadcast, and it is already happening today! On this month's episode of XR Star I sit down with Simon Davis, Project Specialist at disguise, to learn more about the new creative avenues this innovative technology opens up, as well as what's in store for the road ahead.

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#7 - XR & the Future of Inclusivity

Extended Reality solutions have the ability to take users into a variety of situations. Due to the immersive nature of these devices, they can offer insight into particular walks of life in a way that no other medium can offer. It’s not a perfect solution, but is the right step to start conversations about inclusion and actionable commitment. On this episode of XR Star, we are joined by Software Engineer Antonia Forster to discuss how she is using XR to show the experiences through an LGBTQIA+ museum based entirely in the virtual space. We also discuss the power of the internet to make a community without borders, using XR to increase empathy and more.

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#6 - XR & the Future of Healthcare

For the past year, many of us have been stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And while we don’t have the full knowledge of the long-term effects of being locked down in such a manner, it is already evident that mental health is at risk. We’ve all been through a crisis, and while external reality solutions like VR have helped in the crisis to stay connected, it could benefit users as we move past it. We are joined by Hatsumi Founder & Director Sarah Ticho to discuss what virtual reality can do to support mental health therapy, training healthcare professionals, and the future of XR & wellbeing.

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#5 - XR & the Future of Retail

In this digital age, we are used to buying our products from a webpage. Maybe it includes a picture, some sort of description and even if we are truly inquisitive will dive into reviews and more. That was the limit of online shopping until extended reality solutions came along. Now Virtual commerce, or v-commerce, allows users to experience a product in several different ways utilizing features of VR and AR solutions. On this episode of XR Star, we sit down with Co-Founder of the MetaVRse Engine Alan Smithson and discuss the many ways that XR is changing the way we shop from home, and what the future of commerce will look like for both consumers and businesses.

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#4 - XR & the Latest Trends

Although most technology sectors are constantly growing and evolving, the extended reality space is moving forward at an accelerated pace with each passing day. There are just so many innovations and new solutions being discovered and utilized for VR, AR and sometimes the two mixed together. Today we are joined by Multimedia Developer for New Technology Walkers Antony Vitillo to discuss the latest trends in XR. We talk about the different audiences that could be reached by the XR space, some of the big players like Facebook, the potential of startups & other entrepreneurships and more.

Listen or watch here: https://avnation.tv/podcast/xr-star-4-mixed-realities/

#3 - XR & the Future of Spatial Audio

Extended Reality solutions can be immersive experiences unlike any other. Just wearing a headset and being perched on top of a rooftop in the virtual space can cause vertigo and unease, but one thing crucial to truly getting immersed in content is sound design. The audio experience is sometimes forgotten about in the virtual space wholesale, which can be a huge blow to the entire package. One of the ways that audio is being innovated is spatial audio. Today we sit down with Muki Kulhan, Chief Innovation Officer for Muki-International about spatial audio and what it can do in the XR space.

Listen or watch here: https://avnation.tv/podcast/xr-star-3-sound-all-around/

#2 - XR & Sustainability

It has been an interesting time for technology, to say the least. We are now more reliant than ever on digital connectivity through the internet and solutions. There have been some reports on the effects of technology and their impact on the environment following this pandemic as we go through our live at a much more digital pace. Today we sit down with Author of Reality Check: How Immersive Technologies Can Transform Your Business and Head of XR for PwC Jeremy Dalton to discuss green AV and where sustainability has its place in this space.

Listen & Watch here: https://avnation.tv/podcast/xr-star-2-xr-sustainability/

#1 - XR & the Future of Events

With a new year comes a new series from AVNation! XR Star is a look at the Extended Reality space, from augmented reality virtual reality and everything in between. Futurist and author Amelia Kallman takes a look at what is going on in XR, and talks with industry professionals about the future of the space.
Considering where the world still is since the start of this pandemic, odds are most shows that anyone are going to are “virtual”. But as virtual shows become less of a reactionary move and something that could be expressly sought after, is there a meaningful way to implement XR technology to provide a unique experience for attendees? We sit down with Immersive AV Managing Director David Mulcahy to discuss the future the event space and where XR could take it.
Listen & Watch here: https://avnation.tv/podcast/xr-star-1-extended-reality-the-future-of-events/