There can be no doubt that the smart phone market is growing at a rapid rate. It is becoming increasingly clear, however, that smart phones that are not capable of interacting with NFC technology simply will not perform in the changing market. NFC technology is having a major impact on the world of mobility, so much so that makers of smart phones are making efforts to incorporate the technology into their designs. Nokia and Sony have come to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, to show off their…
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Pioneer unveils new augmented reality heads-up-display that can enhance driving and give consumers a chance to test drive digital vehicles
The Consumer Electronics Show is in full swing and augmented reality is getting a lot of attention. Several technology developers have been showing off their latest products at the event, some of which are claimed to be taking augmented reality to a new level. Pioneer, a developer of mobile AR applications, has unveiled a new heads-up-display (HUD) system that uses the technology to help people test drive vehicles digitally. The system is scheduled to debut in Japan within the next few months. Tentatively dubbed AR Display, the HUD sends consumers…
Read More2012 top tech trends that will be revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is an annual business event where many of the announcements about the very latest in mobile, computing, video game consoles and a great deal more are made, and this year’s Las Vegas event will be no exception to this rule. The only element missing from the CES has been Apple devices which, since 2007, when it introduced the iPhone, have been revealed alongside but not at the event. Therefore, experts from around the world watch this show to find out where technology will be headed throughout…
Read MoreAurasma to show off new technology at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
Aurasma, world leaders in augmented reality technology, are planning a strong showing for this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. The technology developer has announced the launch of a new 3D engine for its flagship AR platform of the same name. The new engine will allow users to superimpose hundreds of 3D animations on their physical surroundings with the help of the Aurasma mobile application. The aim is to make augmented reality much more interactive by giving users more ability to blur the lines between the physical and…
Read MoreSensics developing new augmented reality headset to be shown off at technology conference in Las Vegas next year
Rumors abound suggesting that technology giant Google may be working on developing augmented reality peripherals. The company has not unveiled any plans to develop such devices at this time, but Sensics, makers of high-tech head-mounted displays, is looking to beat Google at their own game. Sensics has announced that it is currently developing a new augmented reality headset that will make use of Google’s Android platform. The project is called SmartGoggles and the company claims that it will change the way people interact with their environment. The headset is designed…
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