japanese augmented reality Archives

Augmented reality virtual humanoid robot prototype brings virtual characters to life

02/11/201302/09/2013 Sam Lambert

A new technology development out of Japan helps to allow physical interaction with a computerized character. A Japanese startup called Different Dimension Inc. has lived up to its name through the development of a unique new augmented reality product that can change the way that we interact with virtual characters. This robot doll uses the technology to take on the appearance of any digital character. The latest announcement from Different Dimension is that it will soon begin marketing this augmented reality doll, which is unlike anything else currently being sold.…

Augmented reality could become a virtual diet pill

11/23/201211/21/2012 Julie Campbell

Google glass augmented reality glasses wearable technology

Google glasses may be able to trick dieters into consuming less food by making meals look bigger. New research has suggested that augmented reality headsets, such as Google Glass, may be able to function as a kind of digital diet pill that will alter the dieter’s perception to make it seem as though a smaller meal is actually larger than it is. A Japanese team looked into the way this relatively simple trick of AR can impact the amount consumed. In fact, the research team in Japan found that by…