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Apple’s ARKit 3 Introduces Human Occlusion, Body Tracking, And Motion Capture

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Apple showcases new upgrades to its AR platform during WWDC. First introduced during the 2017 Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple’s ARKit platform has since grown into a powerful set of tools for developers looking to create high-end AR experiences on iOS devices. Image Credit: Apple. Image Credit: Apple.

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Report: Apple Acquires Motion Capture Firm IKinema

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According to a MacRumor report and regulatory filings with the UK government, Apple may have quietly acquired UK-based motion capture firm IKinema. ” IKinema is known for its inverse kinematic (IK) technology and affordable motion capture for real-time 3D rendering.

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AR Experience Introduces Three New Olympic Sports

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The Washington Post uses AR and interactive video to showcase three new Olympic sports debuting in Tokyo. The 2020 Olympics are finally here after being delayed due to the global pandemic. You also gain a bit of knowledge about the sport they are competing in. SPORT CLIMBING AT THE OLYMPICS: .

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Dedicated AR and VR Accessories Manufacturers

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However, there are some great AR and VR accessories out there that can make an XR experience more immersive, more practical, or better suited to a specific task. You’ve read our list of AR glasses. Now get ready for the ARPost guide to AR and VR accessories, peripherals, and modifiers. And, who’s to argue?

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Snapchat Reveals 3D Full-Body Tracking For AR Lenses

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Celebrate all hallows eve with seven AR costumes and three background dancers. unveiled a new line of Snapchat Lenses that combine 3D motion capture and multiple neural networks to create over 10 augmented reality costumes powered by 3D full-body tracking. Today, Snap Inc. Snapchat is available on both iOS and Android.

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Check Out This Live Interview Between Two AR Holograms

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During the live event, 8i CEO Hayes Mackaman, 8th Wall CEO and Founder Erik Murphy-Chutorian, and moderator and AR/VR industry influencer Catherine D Henry talked about what it took to bring this one-of-a-kind interview to life and what it would mean not only for the future of AR but the future of communication in general.

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New iPad Pro Gets LiDAR Scanner for Improved AR

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This basically gives it a higher fidelity way of mapping a room for more accurate AR scenarios. To do this, Apple says its new depth frameworks in iPadOS combines depth points measured by the LiDAR scanner, data from both cameras and motion sensors, and on-device computer vision algorithms via its A12Z Bionic chip.

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