technology news 2011 Archives

Gravity Jack combines QR codes with augmented reality to make some of the first QAR codes in the world

12/30/2011 Stephen Vagus

As the world of mobile technology grows more advanced, many are beginning to question the usefulness of QR codes when augmented reality seems to be a more intuitive response for businesses looking to connect with tech-savvy consumers. Some claim that QR codes are dying off before they have really had a chance to shine, while others argue that the codes are just now beginning to hit their stride. The truth of the matter may lie somewhere in between, as QR codes and augmented reality pair well together. When the two…

Augmented reality project offers a glimpse of how technology will be used in the future

08/12/201108/12/2011 Jennifer Goula

The possibilities of augmented reality technology have yet to be discovered and understood in full, according to some of the world’s most talented software designers behind the Aeon Project. The Aeon Project in an ambitious endeavor to explore the uses of augmented reality and how it can be used in the real world. These uses go far beyond the realm of marketing. Designers are looking for ways to integrate the technology into everyday activities. Currently, the entirety of the Aeon Project is housed in a relatively compact pod akin to…

Wave of patents from Apple point toward new iPads using AR technology

07/11/2011 Stephen Vagus

Apple is making a move toward augmented reality according to a sudden string of patent filings emerging last week. Thus far, these patents are linked to the development of a next generation iPad, which will be equipped with a transparent display. This high-tech feature will put AR to good use, as the display will be fully customizable and will interact with the environment according to user specifications. The company has previously been understated in their interest in augmented reality, but these new patents show that Apple is not keen to…

Apple takes a walk in the clouds with new all-in-one platform

06/07/2011 Stephen Vagus

Yesterday in San Francisco, California, Apple hosted their annual Worldwide Developer’s Conference. CEO Steve Jobs was in attendance to show off some of the innovative developments coming from the major tech company. Jobs spoke to some 5,000 software engineers, regaling them with tales of the ill-fated MobileMe platform, which he then announced had been terminated in lieu of a new project that would prove to be a worthy successor for the ambitious plans of MobileMe. After announcing that MobileMe will no longer be in existence, Jobs unveiled the iCloud. The…

The wild, wild west of cyber space

06/01/2011 Jennifer Goula

Android fans, prepare to take a side; the inevitable war is brewing. If the rumor mill and speculators have the figures right, we should see this competition start in time for the holiday season. Google may be going toe to toe with Amazon. Amazon may be coming out with an Android family of devices. Tech Crunch received a tip and confirmation late last year that Amazon would be launching their own (Android) app store. They also received a tip that Amazon would be working on their own Android-based tablet. Just…