#xr showcase

[aurosoulart]

here's a quick walkthrough of my WIP of 'Hopeful-Reality', an AR art exhibit showcasing the positive side of augmented reality!

and I've gotta say.... just being able to work outside with Figmin XR and the Magic Leap continues to bring me so much joy 🥺

I usually listen to music while I work, but lately I've just been..... paying attention to birdsong. listening to the breeze in the trees. talking to my neighbors!!! actually learning their names!! (and their DOGS' names!!!) I can even share my art with them by letting them try on the glasses. it's incredible seeing the wonder on people's faces when they experience this for the first time.

being part of the development of this new technology is such an incredible gift, but I'm so impatient for it to become accessible for everyone.

[rajasthan-political-leader]

Rajasthan AVGC-XR Policy 2024 Launched: A Vision for Digital Creativity by Col Rajyavardhan Rathore

Rajasthan has taken a revolutionary step in advancing its digital and creative industries by launching the AVGC-XR Policy 2024. This initiative focuses on Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AR/VR) — collectively referred to as AVGC-XR. Colonel Rajyavardhan Rathore, a visionary leader and former Union Minister, played a pivotal role in unveiling this transformative policy aimed at positioning Rajasthan as a hub for creative innovation and technology.

What is the AVGC-XR Policy 2024?

The AVGC-XR Policy 2024 is a strategic framework designed to boost the digital content creation ecosystem. It seeks to provide a robust infrastructure, foster talent development, and attract investments in the AVGC-XR sector, which is rapidly emerging as a significant contributor to global economies.

Key Objectives of the Policy

Empowering Talent: Training and upskilling youth in AVGC-XR technologies.

Boosting Employment: Creating thousands of jobs in the animation, gaming, and XR industries.

Encouraging Startups: Offering incentives for startups and entrepreneurs in the AVGC-XR domain.

Global Collaboration: Promoting Rajasthan as a global outsourcing hub for AVGC-XR services.

Infrastructure Development: Establishing state-of-the-art studios, XR labs, and gaming zones.

Col Rajyavardhan Rathore’s Role in the Launch

Col Rathore, known for his forward-thinking approach, has always advocated for leveraging technology to empower youth and drive economic growth. During the policy launch, he emphasized: “Rajasthan has immense potential to become a leader in the digital creative space. With the AVGC-XR Policy, we aim to nurture talent, attract global investments, and make Rajasthan a powerhouse of innovation.”

Why is the AVGC-XR Sector Important?

The AVGC-XR sector is witnessing exponential growth, with applications in entertainment, education, healthcare, and beyond.

Global Market Potential

The global AVGC-XR industry is projected to reach $350 billion by 2030, making it a lucrative field for investment and innovation.

Opportunities for Youth

With gaming and animation becoming mainstream, this sector offers creative career opportunities for Rajasthan’s youth.

Highlights of the AVGC-XR Policy 2024

1. Financial Incentives

Tax Benefits: Exemptions for AVGC-XR startups and production houses.

Grants: Funding support for content creation and research projects.

Subsidies: Subsidized land and infrastructure for setting up studios and XR labs.

2. Education and Training

Partnerships with universities and institutes to introduce AVGC-XR courses.

Establishment of AVGC academies to upskill students and professionals.

Collaboration with global tech companies for specialized training programs.

3. Innovation Hubs

Development of AVGC-XR clusters in Jaipur and Jodhpur.

Creation of co-working spaces for startups and freelancers in this domain.

4. Promoting Indigenous Content

Encouraging creators to develop content rooted in Rajasthan’s culture, history, and folklore.

Support for local artists and storytellers to explore digital mediums.

Impact of the Policy on Rajasthan

The AVGC-XR Policy 2024 is expected to transform Rajasthan into a creative and technological hub, bringing in economic and cultural benefits.

Economic Growth

Increased investments and revenue from global outsourcing projects.

Boost in tourism through XR-based cultural and heritage experiences.

Youth Empowerment

Creation of 20,000+ jobs in the next five years.

Opportunities for budding artists, coders, and innovators to showcase their talent globally.

Global Recognition

Establishing Rajasthan as a destination for AVGC-XR outsourcing and production.

Col Rathore’s Vision for the Future

Col Rathore envisions this policy as a step toward making Rajasthan a leader in the digital economy. His focus on blending technology with Rajasthan’s rich heritage aims to create a unique identity for the state in the global AVGC-XR landscape.

In his words: “The AVGC-XR Policy 2024 is not just about technology; it’s about empowering our youth to dream bigger and achieve more while preserving our cultural roots.”

Rajasthan’s Leap into the Digital Future

The launch of the Rajasthan AVGC-XR Policy 2024 is a bold move toward transforming the state into a global hub for digital creativity. With visionary leaders like Col Rajyavardhan Rathore at the forefront, Rajasthan is set to embrace a future of innovation, employment, and cultural preservation.

This policy is not just an initiative; it is a blueprint for progress, merging tradition with technology to create a brighter tomorrow.

[innovativeacademy-blog]

SYSTEM ADMIN INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 24-25

Table of Content

Introduction

File Permissions

User and Group Management:

Cron Jobs

System Performance Monitoring

Package Management (Red Hat)

Conclusion

Introduction

The IT field is vast, and Linux is an important player, especially in cloud computing. This blog is written under the guidance of industry experts to help all tech and non-tech background individuals secure interviews for roles in the IT domain related to Red Hat Linux.

File Permissions

Briefly explain how Linux file permissions work, and how you would change the permissions of a file using chmod. In Linux, each file and directory has three types of permissions: read (r), write (w), and execute (x) for three categories of users: owner, group, and others. Example: You will use chmod 744 filename, where the digits represent the permission in octal (7 = rwx, 4 = r–, etc.) to give full permission to the owner and read-only permission to groups and others.

What is the purpose of the umask command? How is it helpful to control default file permissions?umask sets the default permissions for newly created files and directories by subtracting from the full permissions (777 for directories and 666 for files). Example: If you set the umask to 022, new files will have permissions of 644 (rw-r–r–), and directories will have 755 (rwxr-xr-x).

User and Group Management:

Name the command that adds a new user in Linux and the command responsible for adding a user to a group. The Linux useradd command creates a new user, while the usermod command adds a user to a specific group. Example: Create a user called Jenny by sudo useradd jenny and add him to the developer’s group by sudo usermod—aG developers jenny, where the—aG option adds users to more groups without removing them from other groups. 

How do you view the groups that a user belongs to in Linux? 

The group command in Linux helps to identify the group a user belongs to and is followed by the username. Example: To check  user John’s group: groups john

Cron Jobs

What do you mean by cron jobs, and how is it scheduled to run a script every day at 2 AM? 

A cron job is defined in a crontab file. Cron is a Linux utility to schedule tasks to run automatically at specified times. Example: To schedule a script ( /home/user/backup.sh ) to run daily at 2 AM: 0 2 * * * /home/user/backup.sh Where 0 means the minimum hour is 2, every day, every month, every day of the week.

How would you prevent cron job emails from being sent every time the job runs? 

By default, cron sends an email with the output of the job. You can prevent this by redirecting the output to /dev/null. Example: To run a script daily at 2 AM and discard its output: 0 2 * * * /home/user/backup.sh > /dev/null 2>&1   

System Performance Monitoring

How can you monitor system performance in Linux? Name some tools with their uses. 

Some of the tools to monitor the performance are: Top: Live view of system processes and usage of resource htop: More user-friendly when compared to the top with an interactive interface. vmstat: Displays information about processes, memory, paging, block IO, and                CPU usage. iostat: Showcases Central Processing Unit (CPU) and I/O statistics for devices and partitions. Example: You can use the top command ( top ) to identify processes consuming too much CPU or memory.

In Linux, how would you check the usage of disk space?

The df command checks disk space usage, and Du is responsible for checking the size of the directory/file. Example: To check overall disk space usage:  df -h The -h option depicts the size in a human-readable format like GB, MB, etc.

Package Management (Red Hat)

How do you install, update, or remove packages in Red Hat-based Linux distributions by yum command?

In Red Hat and CentOS systems, the yum package manager is used to install, update, or remove software. Install a package:  sudo yum install httpd This installs the Apache web server.  Update a package: sudo yum update httpd Remove a package:sudo yum remove httpd 

By which command will you check the installation of a package on a Red Hat system?

The yum list installed command is required to check whether the package is installed. Example: To check if httpd (Apache) is installed:  yum list installed httpd

Conclusion

The questions are designed by our experienced corporate faculty which will help you to prepare well for various positions that require Linux such as System Admin.

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[ausxrfestival]

Hey All! We are finalizing details with various venues which will allow us to open up the creative award submissions for the Australian XR Festival Awards. We can't wait showcase the incredible content!

[monsterfucker69420]

The elemental HBG guide no one asked for!

Why use elemental HBG?

you're bored of orcus quarcus

you have a bunch of spare monster parts and zenny laying around you don't know what to do with

you want to kill the monster with the same speed (or maybe even faster) as raw HBG but with more part breaks

it's powerful. if you don't believe me, check out this speedrun.

If one or more of these apply then this guide is for you! I should probably also note that the sets depicted are built with some pretty-hard-to-obtain materials, so this guide is better for those who are way way late in the game. I'm also going to assume you're familiar with valor HBG and its mechanics, so if you're not check out GaijinHunter's videos on youtube. He does a great job of explaining!

Anyway. Elemental piercing internal ammo is super underrated. It does insane damage, and I think people should use it. I have five sets to show, each with a different HBG but with the same base armor, that don't require god charms! So let's look at the base armor first.

Base armor:

Hayabusa Feather

Fatalis Crimsonskin XR

Escadora Arma XR

Glyph Tassets XR

Escadora Scala XR

This will give you the base skills:

Expert + 15 (Crit Eye +2)

Elemental + 11 (Element Atk Up)

Crit Element + 10 (Elemental Crit)

Tenderizer + 8 (Weakness Exploit)

Haphazard + 2 (TrueShot Up)

Ignore the Thunder Atk+1 on my build; that is the talisman I have. If you can, it's good to add extra elemental attack onto your build, but it's not that big of a difference. Just nice to have. Charms with at least 10 points in extra elemental atk aren't hard to come by.

You will have to slot in the extra points for tenderizer and haphazard. You want to make sure that either your weapon or your talisman has two slots available. All of the HBGs used in this tutorial have at least two slots.

If you're not familiar with what the skills above do:

Crit eye + 2 increases affinity by 20%.

Elemental increases elemental ammo atk by 12.5% (as opposed to the melee 20%).

Crit element increases the elemental damage of critical hits.

Weakness exploit increases affinity by 50% when hitting the monster's weak spot.

Haphazard increases the power of internal ammo, which is the main ammo we will be using. (It also boosts power shots if you are a bow user).

One thing to note is that if your HBG doesn't have a recoil of "some" or lower, you're going to want to slot in some lower recoil. If the recoil is "avg," use recoil + 1, and if the recoil is "high," use recoil + 2. HBG is basically unusable if the recoil is avg or higher because the firing animation is way too long to have good dps, and it also leaves you vulnerable to attacks.

And of course, we never have to worry about reload speed when we're using valor.

If you want to customize your armor, check out this website. It's super useful for building mixed sets. I use it all the time.

If you're unsure of how to get the Hayabusa Feather, check out this forum post.

The five guns I'll be showcasing are the Thundercrash Blaster (Lagiacrus), Valia Cannon (Barioth), Mountainous Torrent (Mizutsune), Crow Heirloom (Yian Garuga), and Yukumo Auragun. So let's get into those.

The Thundercrash Blaster (Lagiacrus). This is hands-down the best elemental HBG out of the ones I have to show. The recoil on this weapon is only "some," which means you don't have to slot in recoil and you can put in another skill (like thunder atk).

Internal ammo:

50 P. Thunder lv1

48 P. Thunder lv2

5 Armor S

20 Slicing S lv1

18 Slicing S lv2

Crouching fire:

15 Normal S lv3

12 Thunder lv1

Already the internal ammo is really good. You have high stock of piercing elemental thunder, so you're unlikely to run out of ammo before you kill the monster. The slicing ammo is also a really nice addition. It does good damage when paired with TrueShot, and it's fast for building the valor gauge. If you do run out of internal ammo though, the crouching fire normal 3 and thunder 1 are also really nice.

The Mountainous Torrent (Mizutsune). This is the HBG used in the speedrun I showed you. Some people prefer to use the Soulseer HBG, but it's all a matter of preference. I like this one because it has two slots and more internal ammo. The recoil on this gun is "some," so no recoil skills are required.

Internal ammo:

36 Water S lv2

50 P. Water S lv1

45 P. Water S lv2

Crouching fire:

12 Water S lv1

12 Water S lv2

Again, lots of piercing elemental internal ammo. You're unlikely to run out. If you do, you can siege water ammo. Elemental ammo does decent damage when you have elemental skills equipped.

Valia Cannon (Barioth). This gun has a recoil of "avg," so make sure to slot in recoil + 1. This probably means that you won't be able to slot in extra ice attack, but oh well. You win some you lose some. It's good to have a talisman that's recoil + 6 with 3 slots. Otherwise this HBG is pretty bitchin. It also has an extra 30% affinity.

Internal ammo:

50 Sting S

50 P. Freeze lv1

40 P. Freeze lv2

Crouching fire:

12 Pierce S lv2

12 P. Freeze lv1

12 P. Freeze lv2

Good stock of internal ammo. I'm not entirely sure how much damage sting ammo does, but apparently it's affective on weak parts. You can siege that P. Freeze ammo, so you can kill the monster even faster, wow! And if you run out, there's a nice stock of Pierce S lv2.

Crow Heirloom (Yian Garuga). I honestly really struggled to find a solid fire HBG, but this is the best I could muster. Avg recoil, so use recoil + 1.

Internal ammo:

50 P. Flaming S lv1

5 Poison Smoke S

Crouching fire:

12 Flaming S lv1

6 Poison S lv1

12 P. Flaming S lv1

The stock of internal ammo on this one is kinda mid. It would be nice if it had P. Flaming lv2 as well, but it doesn't. The only thing Poison smoke is good for is killing small bugs. It's nice that you can siege fire the P. Flaming and regular flaming though. The main gripe that I have with this gun is that if you run out of internal ammo, you're fucked. Remember, you can only combine an extra 20 Flaming S lv1 on the hunt, so be careful when you manage your resources. I think this HBG works really well when you're going up against one monster. But if you're going up against multiple monsters or a monster with massive health, I would use the Yukumo Auragun.

It has a good capacity of 11 for Normal S lv3 though, which is somewhat of a safety net.

Yukumo Auragun. This gun is a little odd, but still really good. It has piercing internal ammo for both fire and water, so it can be an alternative to the Crow's Heirloom if you're going on a longer hunt or a hunt with monsters weak to fire and water (such as A Titanic Clash, where you fight Agnaktor and Duramboros). I wouldn't use it as your main water gun because it's outclassed by the Mountainous Torrent. It also has 3 slots, which is really nice.

Internal Ammo:

54 P. Flaming S lv1

50 P. Flaming S lv2

54 P. Water S lv1

50 P. Water S lv2

Crouching fire:

15 Normal S lv3

12 Pellet S lv1

Again, good stock of internal ammo. It can't siege fire any of these, but it can siege Normal S lv3. Don't use pellet. No one likes that shit.

Akantor Descent might also be a good fire HBG to check out. It has P. Flaming lv2 and can siege fire some normal and piercing ammo. It also has 40% affinity. No slots though. Lots of people use this gun for normal ammo sets, if you're into that.

You might be wondering, why no dragon element? Because "dragon" ammo is basically gunlance's wyvern fire, but for gun. You have to be close to the monster for it to work, and it's a long animation. It's good for wakeup hits, but that's about it.

And that's about it for my elemental HBG guide. If you want to experiment with different guns, check out the HBG list on kirinico, and type ctrl + f to search for the ammo you want. And as always, bring combo materials, and make sure to register and sort your sets!

If you're unsure of what a certain internal ammo does, you can check the details on Capcom's official site.

I know this is a lot of information and might be overwhelming, but trust me it is SO worth it. I've never killed monsters faster!

Thanks for reading, and let me know if I got something wrong or if you want to show me a more optimal set, and I'll append it to this post.

[figminxr]

May 12 2023

I've been working for a couple months on an AR art exhibit called 'Hopeful-Reality', and it's almost ready for its first showcase! Hopeful-Reality explores the positive use cases of augmented reality - like education, material waste reduction, community building, and art!

I'm doing the final signage now, both in the form of graphic design and floating informational plaques within the exhibit itself.

The gray version of the above design is for our physical sign that'll be displayed at Portland's regional Burning Man later this month - and the top version is part of a grant proposal with LACMA's Art + Technology Lab. (I also might do something with it at AWE, but I'm not sure yet. 😅)

If I win the grant, Hopeful-Reality might be featured inside LACMA itself! I'll also have a lot more headsets at my disposal, and I would use them for traveling XR art classes. :)

I'm gonna keep working on Hopeful-Reality and my plans for classes whether I win the grant or, not, though. It's been a goal of mine for awhile to host free-to-attend XR art classes at public libraries, and I want to tour across multiple US states! The plan is to start with cities nearest my Patreon patrons. 💖

[warrenwoodhouse]

BioShock: Infinite Fanart: The Lighthouse and Welcome Center Game Map by Warren Woodhouse (Fanart)

Original A3 hand-drawn and hand-coloured @2k #BioShockInfinite fanart showcasing the chapters “The Lighthouse” and “Welcome Center” as a map overviewing the areas. This is the first of many to come and will eventually be stitched together to form a full sized game map once it’s all completed.

Fanart by @warrenwoodhouse

📸 iPhone XR (Product Red)

📃 A3 Plain

🖌 HB Pencil; Felt-Tip Colouring Pens

🗓 1st February 2022

💡 Inspired by BioShock: Infinite: The Complete Edition

🎮 @2k #BioShockInfinite

📍 Home, Northumberland, UK.

[news365timesindia]

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This advanced processor enhances detail in faces and nature scenes, providing an immersive and realistic viewing experience. The result is vibrant, true-to-life visuals and audio that bring your entertainment to a whole new level.   Enjoy perfect blacks and superior contrast with OLED Technology for stunning visuals: OLED technology in the BRAVIA 8 Series delivers unparalleled picture quality with perfect blacks, accurate shadow details, and superior contrast. The OLED screen individually and expertly controls 8 million self-illuminating pixels, turning each one on or off to dark and light for deeper blacks and more dazzling colours providing an immersive viewing experience. The infinite contrast ratio enhances every scene with stunning realism, making every image more dynamic and lifelike, perfect for an elevated cinematic experience at home.   XR Contrast Booster enhances black levels and brightness for dynamic contrast: BRAVIA 8 has a high luminance panel and temperature sensor which helps XR Contrast Booster precisely controls light for brighter pure black pictures This technology results in deeper blacks and brighter whites, giving a dynamic contrast that brings scenes to life. The OLED panel keeps colours consistent ensuring consistent picture quality from any seat in the room.   BRAVIA 8 upscales content to near 4K quality with XR 4K Upscaling and ensures clear action scenes with XR OLED Motion: BRAVIA 8 series includes XR 4K Upscaling technology, powered by our Cognitive Processor XR, this television takes 2K signals close to true 4K quality for incredibly real, detailed, and immersive viewing. Complementing this is the XR OLED Motion technology, which keeps fast-moving scenes smooth and blur-free. This ensures that sports and action sequences remain clear and vivid, maintaining the brightness and detail of the original content. Together, these features deliver a superior visual experience, making every frame come to life with stunning realism. The series also features Wide Angle, that keeps pictures beautiful from any angle so even people watching at the sides get as satisfying an experience as those from the centre.   Enjoy stunning visuals with XR Triluminos Pro and true-to-life clarity with XR Clear Image technology: XR Triluminos Pro in BRAVIA 8 series reproduces over a billion of them with the subtle differences from saturation and hue that enables natural shades in every detail. This technology ensures that every hue and shade is rendered accurately, making images appear true-to-life. Additionally, XR Clear Image technology minimizes noise and blur by utilizing zone division and dynamic frame analysis, ensuring that fast-moving scenes remain crisp and clear. It uses a custom database of textures to intelligently convert any content to near 4K quality, whatever the source.   With BRAVIA 8, dive into world of cinema with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology: The BRAVIA 8 series supports advanced audio and visual technologies such as Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Dolby Vision provides vibrant visuals with exceptional contrast, while Dolby Atmos delivers multi-dimensional sound, making you feel like part of the action. Together, they offer a cinema-like experience at home, making every scene and soundtrack come to life with unprecedented realism.   Enjoy cinema-quality sound experience with Acoustic Surface Audio+ and newly added tweeters, delivering rich and dynamic audio: The BRAVIA 8 series provides immersive sound quality as actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the centre with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology with tweeter turns every part of the screen into a powerful speaker that emits sound from exactly the right place in the scene. Newly added tweeters

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It also supports gesture controls, allowing you to interact with your TV without a remote. Additionally, you can use the BRAVIA CAM for video calls via Google Meet, bringing your friends and family into your living room. This accessory enhances the overall user experience by providing interactive and personalized TV viewing.   BRAVIA 8 features a sleek Slim One Slate design and a stylish Premium Eco Remote, showcasing refined elegance: The Slim One Slate design seamlessly integrates the screen and bezel into a single, unified slate, maximizing your viewing experience. Its flush, one-piece back highlights the TV’s sleek lines and slim profile, making it perfect for wall mounting and blending effortlessly with your walls. The warm, smudge-resistant texture harmonizes with your interior décor. The 4-way stand gives you the choice of an outside position, an inside position for smaller shelves or two soundbar positions to meet your viewing preference. Additionally, the compact and rechargeable Premium Eco Remote, crafted from about 80% recycled plastic, is user-friendly in low light, easy to locate, and simple to clean while controlling all your connected devices.   Designed with the environment and accessibility in mind: Sony has set forth an environmental plan called Road to Zero, which aims to achieve zero environmental impact through its business activities and product life cycles by 2050. To contribute to this vision, BRAVIA will pursue innovations that provide the best viewing experience with high picture and sound quality and a premium design, all while contributing to reducing environmental impact. To reduce environmental impact, Sony is working on multiple aspects of the product life cycle, such as reduction of virgin plastic use, improvement of transportation efficiency, and reviewing energy consumption during use. From material development to exterior design, BRAVIA has succeeded in significantly increasing the use of recycled materials while maintaining a high-quality finish. SORPLAS™, a recycled plastic developed by Sony, is used for the back cover, which has the largest surface area on a TV, with approximately 65% of the total plastic used being recycled material.   Sony aims to contribute to an inclusive society through its business, increasing accessibility to enable those with diverse needs to utilize its products. BRAVIA develops products with accessibility in mind so that all customers can enjoy the movie experience, regardless of disability or age. The Talkback screen reader function allows you to check program listings and set up your TV without looking at the screen. It can also enlarge text and display it on the screen. Color inversion makes it possible to invert the brightness of colors so that bright areas become dark and dark areas become bright. This feature can be turned on or off as needed. If the text is easier to read with a dark or bright background color, you can use color inversion to change the background color. Voice commands can be used to operate the BRAVIA TV, such as turning the power on/off and adjusting the volume. BRAVIA TVs are also equipped with shortcut commands that allow you to turn on/off accessibility features.   Price and Availability: Model Best Buy (in INR) Availability Date K-65XR80 314,990/- Available now K-55XR80 219,990/- Available now   These models will be available across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores, and e-commerce portals in India. Sony is also offering a comprehensive two-year warranty on the BRAVIA 8 series.   About Sony India Pvt. Ltd. Sony India Private Limited (Sony India), a private limited company with its ultimate holding company as Sony Group Corporation, Japan, has established itself as a premium brand in various product

categories including television, digital imaging, personal audio, home entertainment, gaming, car audio, and professional solutions. The company places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and maintains high standards in sales and services. Sony also prioritizes environmental sustainability, aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint throughout the lifecycle of its products and business activities to contribute to a healthier and enriched life for all of humanity and future generations.   A-18, Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate, New Delhi - 44 | www.sony.co.in !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments); if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '311356416665414'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1]   Experience BRAVIA 8 series with Studio Calibrated Mode, delivering visuals exactly as the creators intended BRAVIA 8 features advanced AI Processor XR for lifelike visuals and immersive sound, enhancing your cinematic home experience Enjoy perfect blacks and superior contrast with OLED technology for stunning visuals XR Contrast Booster enhances black levels and brightness for dynamic contrast BRAVIA 8 upscales content to near 4K quality with XR 4K Upscaling and ensures clear action scenes with XR OLED Motion Enjoy stunning visuals with XR Triluminos Pro and true-to-life clarity with XR Clear Image technology With BRAVIA 8, dive into world of cinema with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology  Rich and Dynamic Sound coming directly from the screen gives you a cinema like sound experience with Acoustic Surface Audio+ and newly added tweeters With BRAVIA 8 transform your living room into a cinematic retreat with SONY PICTURES CORE  BRAVIA 8 series is Perfect for PlayStation 5 and delivers immersive gameplay with stunning visuals and responsive performance Manage gaming status and settings easily with the Game Menu Elevate standard stereo sound to extraordinary levels with 3D Surround and the new Voice Zoom 3 feature for enhanced clarity and immersion. Discover a seamless experience on the BRAVIA 8 with Google TV, featuring effortless integration, an extensive content library and voice control With BRAVIA CAM accessory enjoy gesture controls, ambient optimization, and video calls via Google Meet for interactive viewing BRAVIA 8 features a sleek Slim One Slate design and a stylish Premium Eco Remote, showcasing refined elegance Designed with the environment and accessibility in mind   Sony India today announced the BRAVIA 8 Series, a revolutionary addition to its acclaimed line of home entertainment systems. This new series combines state-of-the-art OLED technology with the advanced AI Processor XR to deliver unmatched picture quality and lifelike audio experiences. Designed to cater to the modern viewer, the BRAVIA 8 Series offers perfect blacks, precise shadow details and dynamic contrast, all while enhancing sound with Acoustic Surface Audio+ and Dolby Vision Atmos and various Studio Calibrated modes developed in collaboration with the leading streaming services.   Sony Bravia 8 Series   Experience BRAVIA 8 series with Studio Calibrated Mode, delivering visuals exactly as the creators intended: BRAVIA 8 series is equipped with Studio Calibrated Mode that reproduce the image quality intended by film content creators in a home setting. In addition to the existing established Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode and SONY PICTURES CORE (formerly BRAVIA CORE) Calibrated Mode, Prime Video Calibrated Mode is a new mode designed to provide customers with even more ways to experience premium entertainment through the lens of the creator. With Prime Video Calibrated Mode, customers can enjoy optimum picture quality that is automatically calibrated across movies, series and for the first time, live sports. The BRAVIA 8 series is IMAX enhanced and supports both Dolby Vision® and Dolby Atmos®, offering exceptional brightness, sharper contrast, richer colors, and immersive sound for a superior viewing experience on Disney+, Prime Video, Netflix, and other popular streaming platforms.   BRAVIA 8 features advanced AI Processor XR for lifelike visuals and immersive sound, enhancing your cinematic home experience: The new BRAVIA 8 series will be available in 164 cm (65) and 139 cm (55) screen size. The advanced AI Processor XR in BRAVIA 8 series revolutionizes viewing with its ability to understand human perception of sight and sound. By analyzing and processing data like a human would, it delivers more natural and lifelike images and sound.

This advanced processor enhances detail in faces and nature scenes, providing an immersive and realistic viewing experience. The result is vibrant, true-to-life visuals and audio that bring your entertainment to a whole new level.   Enjoy perfect blacks and superior contrast with OLED Technology for stunning visuals: OLED technology in the BRAVIA 8 Series delivers unparalleled picture quality with perfect blacks, accurate shadow details, and superior contrast. The OLED screen individually and expertly controls 8 million self-illuminating pixels, turning each one on or off to dark and light for deeper blacks and more dazzling colours providing an immersive viewing experience. The infinite contrast ratio enhances every scene with stunning realism, making every image more dynamic and lifelike, perfect for an elevated cinematic experience at home.   XR Contrast Booster enhances black levels and brightness for dynamic contrast: BRAVIA 8 has a high luminance panel and temperature sensor which helps XR Contrast Booster precisely controls light for brighter pure black pictures This technology results in deeper blacks and brighter whites, giving a dynamic contrast that brings scenes to life. The OLED panel keeps colours consistent ensuring consistent picture quality from any seat in the room.   BRAVIA 8 upscales content to near 4K quality with XR 4K Upscaling and ensures clear action scenes with XR OLED Motion: BRAVIA 8 series includes XR 4K Upscaling technology, powered by our Cognitive Processor XR, this television takes 2K signals close to true 4K quality for incredibly real, detailed, and immersive viewing. Complementing this is the XR OLED Motion technology, which keeps fast-moving scenes smooth and blur-free. This ensures that sports and action sequences remain clear and vivid, maintaining the brightness and detail of the original content. Together, these features deliver a superior visual experience, making every frame come to life with stunning realism. The series also features Wide Angle, that keeps pictures beautiful from any angle so even people watching at the sides get as satisfying an experience as those from the centre.   Enjoy stunning visuals with XR Triluminos Pro and true-to-life clarity with XR Clear Image technology: XR Triluminos Pro in BRAVIA 8 series reproduces over a billion of them with the subtle differences from saturation and hue that enables natural shades in every detail. This technology ensures that every hue and shade is rendered accurately, making images appear true-to-life. Additionally, XR Clear Image technology minimizes noise and blur by utilizing zone division and dynamic frame analysis, ensuring that fast-moving scenes remain crisp and clear. It uses a custom database of textures to intelligently convert any content to near 4K quality, whatever the source.   With BRAVIA 8, dive into world of cinema with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technology: The BRAVIA 8 series supports advanced audio and visual technologies such as Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Dolby Vision provides vibrant visuals with exceptional contrast, while Dolby Atmos delivers multi-dimensional sound, making you feel like part of the action. Together, they offer a cinema-like experience at home, making every scene and soundtrack come to life with unprecedented realism.   Enjoy cinema-quality sound experience with Acoustic Surface Audio+ and newly added tweeters, delivering rich and dynamic audio: The BRAVIA 8 series provides immersive sound quality as actuators behind the screen vibrate and turn it into a speaker that delivers clear and immersive sound from the centre with the same sound structure as the cinema. The newly equipped tweeter brings out the surround feel to provide a cinema-like experience. Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology with tweeter turns every part of the screen into a powerful speaker that emits sound from exactly the right place in the scene. Newly added tweeters

enhance vocal clarity and surround effects, while dual down-firing subwoofers provide rich bass. This combination creates a cinematic audio experience that complements the stunning visuals for a truly captivating home entertainment experience.   With BRAVIA 8 transform your living room into a cinematic haven with SONY PICTURES CORE: The BRAVIA 8 Series features SONY PICTURES CORE, a unique platform that provides access to a vast library of Sony Pictures movies. The platform also includes 4K HDR and IMAX enhanced movies, offering an elevated movie-watching experience with superior picture and sound quality. For 24 months, receive 10 FREE credits to stream movies in 4K Blu-ray quality with IMAX Enhanced visuals to elevate your home entertainment experience and bringing the magic of the big screen to your living room.   BRAVIA 8 series is Perfect for PlayStation 5 and delivers immersive gameplay with stunning visuals and responsive performance: The BRAVIA 8 series is optimized for gaming and is Perfect for PlayStation 5. It features Auto HDR Tone Mapping, which automatically adjusts HDR settings for the best picture quality. With 4K/120fps, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), our TVs give you smooth and clear movement for responsive gameplay. BRAVIA automatically switches into Game Mode with PS5 to minimize lag and maximize responsiveness. It switches back to Standard Mode when watching movies for more expressive scenes. You can also control your PlayStation® remotely wherever you have a compatible BRAVIA connected to the internet. The PS Remote Play app lets you control your PS5® or PS4™ console from another room or location, like a friend's house.   Manage gaming status and settings easily with the Game Menu: The BRAVIA 8 series includes Game Menu which is designed to elevate your gaming experience by providing seamless access to game status, settings, and assist functions all in one place. Gamers can tailor their settings to their preferences, such as turning on or off VRR or Motion Blur Reduction with quick access. This intuitive feature simplifies managing your gaming setup, ensuring you can easily adjust settings and monitor performance without interrupting gameplay.   Elevate standard stereo sound to extraordinary levels with 3D Surround and the new Voice Zoom 3 feature for enhanced clarity and immersion: The 3D Surround Upscaling in BRAVIA 8 creates virtual surround from above and the sides using just the TV speakers. Even 2ch and 5.1ch audio is upscaled to immersive 5.1.2ch sound. It also has Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® support provides unforgettable spatial sound. The new Voice Zoom 3™ feature ensures no more muffled voices as it recognizes human dialogue through AI machine learning and amplifies or reduces its volume, making even small dialogue sound loud and clear.   Discover a seamless experience on the BRAVIA 8 with Google TV, featuring effortless integration, an extensive content library and voice control: The BRAVIA 8 series offers a smart user experience powered by Google TV, providing access to 400,000 movies and TV episodes, plus 10,000 apps and games. Google TV organizes all your favorite content in one place, making it easy to find and watch what you love. Voice search functionality allows for hands-free control, and integration with Apple AirPlay2 and HomeKit ensures seamless connectivity with your Apple devices. Personalized recommendations help users discover new content, and the watchlist feature keeps track of shows and movies across all devices. Connect your controller or gaming accessories to Sony Smart Android TV and enjoy your games.   With BRAVIA CAM accessory enjoy gesture controls, ambient optimization, and video calls via Google Meet for interactive viewing: Enhance your viewing experience with the BRAVIA CAM, which is sold separately. The BRAVIA CAM recognizes your position in the room and adjusts the television’s sound and picture settings accordingly.

It also supports gesture controls, allowing you to interact with your TV without a remote. Additionally, you can use the BRAVIA CAM for video calls via Google Meet, bringing your friends and family into your living room. This accessory enhances the overall user experience by providing interactive and personalized TV viewing.   BRAVIA 8 features a sleek Slim One Slate design and a stylish Premium Eco Remote, showcasing refined elegance: The Slim One Slate design seamlessly integrates the screen and bezel into a single, unified slate, maximizing your viewing experience. Its flush, one-piece back highlights the TV’s sleek lines and slim profile, making it perfect for wall mounting and blending effortlessly with your walls. The warm, smudge-resistant texture harmonizes with your interior décor. The 4-way stand gives you the choice of an outside position, an inside position for smaller shelves or two soundbar positions to meet your viewing preference. Additionally, the compact and rechargeable Premium Eco Remote, crafted from about 80% recycled plastic, is user-friendly in low light, easy to locate, and simple to clean while controlling all your connected devices.   Designed with the environment and accessibility in mind: Sony has set forth an environmental plan called Road to Zero, which aims to achieve zero environmental impact through its business activities and product life cycles by 2050. To contribute to this vision, BRAVIA will pursue innovations that provide the best viewing experience with high picture and sound quality and a premium design, all while contributing to reducing environmental impact. To reduce environmental impact, Sony is working on multiple aspects of the product life cycle, such as reduction of virgin plastic use, improvement of transportation efficiency, and reviewing energy consumption during use. From material development to exterior design, BRAVIA has succeeded in significantly increasing the use of recycled materials while maintaining a high-quality finish. SORPLAS™, a recycled plastic developed by Sony, is used for the back cover, which has the largest surface area on a TV, with approximately 65% of the total plastic used being recycled material.   Sony aims to contribute to an inclusive society through its business, increasing accessibility to enable those with diverse needs to utilize its products. BRAVIA develops products with accessibility in mind so that all customers can enjoy the movie experience, regardless of disability or age. The Talkback screen reader function allows you to check program listings and set up your TV without looking at the screen. It can also enlarge text and display it on the screen. Color inversion makes it possible to invert the brightness of colors so that bright areas become dark and dark areas become bright. This feature can be turned on or off as needed. If the text is easier to read with a dark or bright background color, you can use color inversion to change the background color. Voice commands can be used to operate the BRAVIA TV, such as turning the power on/off and adjusting the volume. BRAVIA TVs are also equipped with shortcut commands that allow you to turn on/off accessibility features.   Price and Availability: Model Best Buy (in INR) Availability Date K-65XR80 314,990/- Available now K-55XR80 219,990/- Available now   These models will be available across all Sony Centers, major electronic stores, and e-commerce portals in India. Sony is also offering a comprehensive two-year warranty on the BRAVIA 8 series.   About Sony India Pvt. Ltd. Sony India Private Limited (Sony India), a private limited company with its ultimate holding company as Sony Group Corporation, Japan, has established itself as a premium brand in various product

categories including television, digital imaging, personal audio, home entertainment, gaming, car audio, and professional solutions. The company places a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and maintains high standards in sales and services. Sony also prioritizes environmental sustainability, aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint throughout the lifecycle of its products and business activities to contribute to a healthier and enriched life for all of humanity and future generations.   A-18, Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate, New Delhi - 44 | www.sony.co.in !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function()n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments); if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0'; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)(window,document,'script', 'https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js'); fbq('init', '311356416665414'); fbq('track', 'PageView'); [ad_2] Source link

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John Brooks, Founder & CEO of Mass Virtual – Interview Series

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John Brooks, Founder & CEO of Mass Virtual – Interview Series

John Brooks is the founder and CEO of Mass Virtual, a visionary technology leader with over 20 years of experience driving product and solution innovation across Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Augmented Reality (AR) for both commercial and defense sectors.

Under John’s leadership, Mass Virtual has developed the MassXR platform, an advanced training ecosystem that integrates a Universal Learning Content Management System (uLCMS) with cutting-edge simulations, gamification, and instructional video support. Designed to enhance real-world skills and student performance, the MassXR platform empowers organizations with a secure, sustainable, and cost-effective XR training solution, complete with instructor management tools to create an immersive, results-driven learning experience.

Could you tell us about your transition from serving as an Air Force aircrew member to founding Mass Virtual? What inspired you to start the company in 2009?

My journey from serving in the Air Force to founding Mass Virtual was deeply personal. After years of traveling the globe and dedicating myself to my military duties, I found myself longing to be more present for my family. I wanted to carve out a career where I could blend my love for technology and the arts with the insights gained from my military experience. The world of digital innovation captivated me, but I noticed that the pace within the military was slower than I envisioned. I realized I had the opportunity to create something meaningful and impactful, so I decided to take the leap and start Mass Virtual. It was my chance to not just keep up with the future but to help shape it, and I couldn’t be more excited about that path.

How has your military background influenced the direction and mission of Mass Virtual, particularly in designing solutions for defense and aviation industries?

My military background has played a pivotal role in shaping both my approach and the mission of Mass Virtual. It instilled in me the importance of adaptability and strategic thinking, especially in high-pressure situations. In the military, we often faced complex and dynamic challenges that required us to think on our feet and consider a wide range of possibilities. This experience has translated seamlessly into how we develop our training solutions. At Mass Virtual, we embrace that same spirit of flexibility and thoroughness, ensuring our products are not just effective but also responsive to the unique needs of the defense and aviation industries. It’s about crafting solutions that empower individuals to excel, and I’m incredibly proud to carry those lessons forward in our work.

Since you founded Mass Virtual over 15 years ago, how has VR/XR technology evolved? What were some of the early challenges you faced in building immersive training solutions, and how have those been overcome as technology matured?

The evolution of VR/XR technology has been nothing short of extraordinary over the past 15 years. When we first set out, the landscape was quite different; there was skepticism about the potential of these technologies, and we often faced hurdles with limited adoption. It was a challenge to convince stakeholders of the immense benefits VR and XR could bring to training and education.

However, as advancements in hardware and software emerged, along with significant cost reductions, we witnessed a shift in perception. The door began to open, allowing us to showcase the true capabilities of immersive training. Our team remained steadfast in our vision, believing from the outset that this technology was destined to go mainstream. We dedicated ourselves to refining our products, pushing the boundaries of what was possible, and today, that commitment has truly paid off for us and our customers.

As the market matured, so did our understanding of how to tailor our solutions to meet the evolving needs of our users. The journey has been filled with learning and growth. I’m proud to say that today we are helping companies implement their own XR strategies and road maps to achieve workforce proficiency.

Mass Virtual’s technology is deployed across 135+ locations and supports over 31,000 USAF members annually. How did you scale the platform to such a wide reach, and what role did technological advancements play in achieving that?

Scaling Mass Virtual has been a thrilling journey, driven by our customers’ needs and their belief in the value we bring to their training programs. We recognized early on that our platform had to be adaptable, so we designed it with specific use cases in mind, allowing us to respond quickly to varying requirements across different locations.

The success of our expansion is also a testament to our incredible team, whose passion and commitment to innovation have been instrumental in our growth. They share a vision that goes beyond just delivering a great product; it’s about creating meaningful training experiences that genuinely enhance outcomes for our users.

Technological advancements have played a significant role in this journey. As VR/XR technology has matured, we’ve been able to leverage new tools and methodologies to refine our offerings. This has allowed us to reach a wider audience and meet the needs of the diverse organizations we serve. It’s immensely rewarding to see our solutions making a difference in the lives of thousands of service members, and it motivates us to keep pushing forward together.

You’ve seen firsthand how VR has transformed training in the military. Can you walk us through how immersive simulations can accelerate mission readiness and address skills gaps in industries like manufacturing and aviation?

Immersive simulations have truly revolutionized training, and I’ve witnessed this transformation firsthand. The beauty of VR lies in its ability to create realistic scenarios that allow learners to engage deeply with the subject matter. This accelerates learning and skills acquisition, making training not just effective but also motivating.

Take aviation maintenance training, for example. With VR, maintainers can practice complex tasks in a controlled environment without the need for a real aircraft. This not only enhances their skills but also builds confidence, allowing them to focus on mastering their craft. The result? Better prepared maintainers who can respond swiftly and effectively to real-world challenges.

Moreover, this approach isn’t limited to aviation. Industries like manufacturing are also reaping the benefits. VR can simulate intricate machinery operations, enabling workers to gain hands-on experience without the risk of costly mistakes. By addressing skills gaps and improving knowledge retention, immersive simulations pave the way for a more competent workforce.

Overall, VR training not only enhances mission readiness but also cultivates a culture of continuous learning and improvement. It’s an exciting time to be part of this evolution, and I can’t wait to see how it continues to shape various industries.

The MassXR platform features a Universal Learning Content Management System (uLCMS). Can you explain how this system enhances training experiences, and how it integrates with third-party content and devices to create a seamless training environment?

The uLCMS is truly the backbone of our MassXR platform, designed to simplify the management of complex training infrastructures. Think of it as a central hub that brings together various XR content, making it incredibly easy for organizations to curate and access a vast catalog of simulations and training materials.

What excites me about the uLCMS is how it empowers users. It allows for real-time tracking of progress and performance, ensuring that learners have the right materials at their fingertips. This is crucial for fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members, whether they’re in the same room or across the globe.

Moreover, our system seamlessly integrates with third-party content and devices, which means that organizations are limitless in the vendors they may want to utilize because our uLCMS manages any XR content they own within a turnkey system. It provides companies with insights as well as accessible ROI to better understand trends — whether in weeks, months or years, giving them better visibility in decision-making for next steps when it comes to their XR strategy.

This flexibility enhances the learning experience and encourages a culture of continuous improvement and creates a training environment that is both efficient and engaging. I’m proud to say that our uLCMS plays a vital role in achieving that.

With the rise of remote work and distributed teams, how has Mass Virtual adapted to provide flexible learning solutions that are accessible anytime, anywhere?

In today’s rapidly changing landscape, we recognized that flexibility is essential for effective learning. Our system was intentionally designed to support team-based learning experiences, facilitating collaboration in dynamic environments, regardless of where team members are located.

One of the features I’m particularly proud of is how our platform allows users to engage in simulation together, closely emulating real-world scenarios. This virtual environment enables users to learn and practice tasks collaboratively, as they would in real world settings – whether they’re in different buildings, states or even continents.

By learning to work ‘together’ – performing different, simultaneous tasks as a cohesive team – users not only enhance their own performance but also build stronger relationships among colleagues, fostering a supportive and connected culture.

As a technology leader with over 20 years of experience, how do you foster innovation within your team, especially when leading cross-functional and globally distributed teams?

Fostering innovation starts with assembling a team of passionate individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to the table. I believe that hiring for passion, rather than just qualifications, sets the stage for creativity and collaboration. Creating a culture where everyone feels valued and heard is crucial.

I strive to cultivate an environment where team members feel empowered to share their ideas and take risks. Drawing inspiration from trailblazing companies, I encourage my team to embrace the mindset of exploration and experimentation. It’s all about nurturing a shared vision and aligning our goals so that we’re all moving in the same direction.

Ultimately, innovation isn’t just about internal processes; it’s also about understanding and supporting the needs of our clients. By staying attuned to their challenges and aspirations, we can tailor our solutions to meet their evolving demands. When we prioritize our clients’ success, we create a collaborative atmosphere that drives innovation and leads to impactful outcomes. It’s incredibly rewarding to witness how this approach helps us build lasting partnerships while continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Looking back on your journey with Mass Virtual, what are you most proud of, and what excites you about the future of immersive technologies?

Reflecting on my journey with Mass Virtual, I find that my greatest pride lies in the incredible people I get to work with every day. We’ve built a compassionate and inclusive environment that fosters collaboration and creativity. There’s nothing quite like seeing our team members grow and flourish and knowing that we’re all contributing to something meaningful makes every challenge worthwhile.

I am equally thrilled about the future of immersive technologies. The possibilities are endless, and it’s exciting to think about how we can continue to innovate and make a positive impact across various industries. We’re on the cusp of a technological revolution, and I genuinely believe that our work will play a significant role in shaping how people learn and interact with technology. The journey ahead is filled with potential, and I can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together!

Thank you for the great interview, readers who wish to learn more should visit Mass Virtual.

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Join us at the XR & Metaverse Fair Tokyo (Nov 20–22) for the latest in VR, AR, MR, and blockchain! Network, learn, and showcase your innovations.

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Hi All! We are happy to announce the Australian XR Festival 2024 public showcase will be in Sydney 14th December at the State Library of NSW.

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