I graduated from Introduction to Unity! Interested in learning Unity? I highly recommend TryUniverse.com! Nicolas Barone teaches in AltspaceVR! (That is me on stage collecting my diploma!) #VR #augmentyourexperience #Altspacevr
Getting VC fatigue? Sick of staring at the same 2D screen all day? Me too. Wouldn’t it be neat to be sitting in a lounge on a virtual space ship, staring at a larger than life planet earth out the floor to ceiling window while you browse the web on a 6′ tall virtual monitor? Guess what? I’m doing that right now as I type this post. The earth is turning (or my space ship is orbiting?) Either way, I’m sold.
Are you feeling the effects of VC fatigue, tired of the monotony of staring at the same 2D screen day in and day out? If so, you’re not alone. Like many of us, I’ve found myself yearning for a change of scenery, a break from the confines of traditional workspaces.
Enter ImmersedVR. This innovative app offers a refreshing solution to the challenges of remote work, transporting users to virtual environments that defy the limitations of traditional screens. Picture yourself lounging in a virtual space ship, gazing out of a floor-to-ceiling window at a larger-than-life planet Earth, all while browsing the web on a massive 6-foot-tall virtual monitor. Sounds incredible, right?
Guess what? I’m doing that right now as I type this post. As I type this post, I find myself immersed in a captivating virtual space, with the Earth gently turning below me (or is it my space ship orbiting?). Either way, I’m sold. The experience is nothing short of mesmerizing, offering a welcome escape from the confines of traditional workspaces.
Whether you’re looking to break free from VC fatigue or simply seeking a more dynamic work environment, I highly recommend giving ImmersedVR a try.
To learn more about ImmersedVR and experience the future of remote work for yourself, be sure to check out their website at ImmersedVR.com. Trust me, once you experience the wonders of virtual workspace, you’ll never look back.
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Recently I’ve been listening to a Podcast called Imaginary Worlds, which is about science fiction and other fantasy genres – hosted by Eric Molinsky. I’m completely hooked. At Audible, we Draw Inspiration from Culture and Technology and this podcast hits that sweet spot. He interviews experts from psychologists to directors and enthusiasts from collectors to die hard fans and covers a variety of pop culture themes. Each episode is expertly crafted with music and a well thought out topic to delight the geekiest of listeners. If you’re a geeky sci-fi junkie like me, check it out and let me know what you think! https://lnkd.in/eTF-EGG
A Review of The Under Presents: Tempest
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the 8pm showing of The Under Presents: Tempest, an immersive theatrical performance by Tender Claws. Set within the virtual realm of Virtual Reality, this unique production reimagines Shakespeare’s The Tempest in a captivating and interactive format.
What set this production apart from other VR experiences thus far was its innovative approach to storytelling, seamlessly blending traditional theater with the immersive and social capabilities of VR. For 20 minutes, a solo actor masterfully narrated and directed an interactive performance of the timeless tale of The Tempest, while the audience hilariously participated as silent actors.
As the landscape morphed seamlessly from one scene to the next, the small audience was actively engaged in the portrayal of the story, becoming integral participants in the unfolding narrative. It was an experience unlike anything I had witnessed in VR before, combining the magic of live theater with the immersive elements of multiplayer gaming.
The blend of storytelling and multiplayer gaming was pretty awesome. It showcased the limitless possibilities of VR as a medium for immersive entertainment, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in virtual storytelling.
For those interested in learning more about this groundbreaking production, I highly recommend checking out the insightful review by The New York Times on The Tempest by Tender Claws. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative vision and technical ingenuity behind this unforgettable theatrical experience.
This week I finished listening to Future Presence: How Virtual Reality Is Changing Human Connection, Intimacy, and the Limits of Ordinary Life by Peter Rubin. Well narrated, contains humour.
A Wired senior editor and virtual reality expert presents a captivating, candid glimpse into the future “realities” of this emerging technology: how we will use it to form previously impossible relationships, explore new frontiers of intimacy, and how it will forever change human connection.
Heralded as the most significant technological innovation since the smartphone, virtual reality is poised to transform our very notions of life and humanity. Though this tech is still in its infancy, to those on the inside, it is the future. VR will change how we work, how we experience entertainment, how we feel pleasure and other emotions, how we see ourselves, and most importantly, how we relate to each other in the real world. And we will never be the same.
Peter Rubin, senior culture editor for Wired and the industry’s go-to authority on the subject, calls it an “intimacy engine”. While once we needed another person to feel the sensations of closeness, trust, vulnerability, confidence, and titillation, VR will give us the ability to induce these sensations by ourselves for the first time in human history. This metamorphosis, Rubin argues, is going to have a powerful impact on relationships that will ripple throughout our society and our individual lives.
A journey into this uncertain future and a glimpse at the cultural implications and promises of a new reality, Future Presence explores a host of complex questions about what makes us human, what connects us, and what is real. Offering a glimpse into the mind-blowing things happening in universities, labs, and tech companies around the world, Rubin leads listeners on an entertaining tour of the weirdest, wildest corners of this fascinating new universe. Describing this book as “half travelogue and half crystal ball”, Rubin will:
At once the incredible, inevitable story of virtual reality’s rise and a look towards the future of our fantasies, Future Presence is a deeply personal examination of what connects us, and an analysis of what relationships, empathy, and sex could look like – sooner than we think.
During today’s lunch break, I embarked on a captivating journey through the world of virtual reality, courtesy of AltspaceVR. Donning my Oculus Quest in the comfort of my living room, I found myself transported to a virtual ‘Magic Kingdom’ for a thought-provoking Health Systems event titled “Re-Imagining the Theme Park Experience in the Age of Covid.”
Led by former Walt Disney Imagineers Brian Collins and Joe Tankersley, the event offered a fascinating glimpse into the world of theme park design and the evolving landscape of tourism in a post-pandemic era. Against the backdrop of a virtual Magic Kingdom, we delved into discussions about how the pandemic has been a forcing function, to really push the limits of technological innovation in the entertainment industry. The fact that the entire event was in VR was even cooler. As we navigate the challenges of the present moment, there is a growing recognition of the need to re-imagine traditional experiences and embrace new modes of engagement.
As we continue to explore the possibilities of virtual reality, I am excited to see how technological innovation will continue to shape the landscape of theme parks and tourism in the years to come.
During quarantine, many of us found ourselves seeking new ways to stay engaged and connected, and for me, that journey led me to the immersive world of Altspace VR. Spending countless hours on my Oculus Quest, I stumbled upon an info session for a Unity development course while browsing events on Altspace VR. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to both make the most of the abundance of time at my disposal and stay true to my goal of staying technical.
Little did I know that this decision would open the door to an extraordinary journey of learning and exploration. From the moment I entered the virtual classroom, I was captivated by the dynamic and interactive nature of the experience. After each class session, the instructor would drop a portal, teleporting us to various virtual destinations where we could hang out and chat.
One memorable excursion took us to a majestic castle, followed by a visit to a fellow student’s art museum, yacht, and loft. As I explored these virtual spaces, I was struck by the incredible attention to detail and creativity that went into their creation. Walking through the art museum, I marveled at the larger-than-life images adorning the walls, feeling as though I had been transported to a world of boundless imagination.
What truly made the experience special, however, was the sense of camaraderie and connection that I felt with my fellow students. Despite being scattered across the globe, our interactions felt remarkably genuine and immersive, akin to being together in person. And with no travel time required, we were able to effortlessly hop from one virtual destination to the next, exploring a rich tapestry of custom venues and experiences.
Altspace VR has emerged as a beacon of innovation in the realm of virtual education and social interaction, offering a platform where learning and exploration know no bounds. As we continue to navigate the challenges of a rapidly evolving world, Altspace VR serves as a reminder of the transformative power of technology to bring us together, no matter where we are on the planet.
So here’s to the wonders of virtual education and the thrill of hopping through the metaverse – may our journeys in Altspace VR continue to inspire, educate, and connect us in ways we never thought possible.
Want to learn Unity? https://tryuniverse.com/ Shout out to the instructor, Nicolas Barone, who is currently a senior at Cornell and founder of TryUniverse.com.