If you’re in a leadership role at your company, it’s important to know about augmented reality. To get a quick education in this fast-moving #AR world, @Forbes has a great collection of must-read materials: bit.ly/2CgBCHN
Augmented reality is making a big splash in the #ecommerce world. New apps let consumers see furniture in a room before they buy it or try on shoes without being in a store. Have you shopped with #AR yet? bit.ly/2WwjVKU
Esports could provide a socially-distant after-school activity for kids to enjoy this year, but many schools lack the necessary funding to make it happen. Schools need a strong “IT backbone” to attract and maintain #esports on campus. bit.ly/3f8O2iM
"Hackers have increasingly targeted #IoT devices over the last few years and experts believe those numbers will only increase as more devices and stronger internet connections become available. However, there are safety measures you can take now:
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In an effort to secure more devices, @Microsoft has purchased a known #IoT company to bolster its security measures. The company will primarily help secure devices such as security cameras and alarm systems. @engineeringcom has the details: bit.ly/2D6Id7E
The food industry could save a ton of money by using #IoT sensors and blockchain technology, according to a recent report. IoT sensors could track food and provide information about its genuineness and overall quality. @Cointelegraph explains: bit.ly/3dUivA0
The pandemic has tech giants investing in more #VR devices. Expert say #VR “could be a way to cash in on expected rising demand for crowd-free concerts, sporting events, and travel” during this time. @skift explains: bit.ly/2CZ38cy
Surgeons are operating on the spine using #AR technology. In the first-of-its-kind study, @derbalgrist will test the use of #AR glasses that show the surgeon a 3D rendering of the patient’s CT scans on the surgical field. Learn more: bit.ly/2ZAhiIJ
Tech-giant @Apple is working on #AR navigation systems and #AR tech for virtual meetings, according to new patents filed by the company. @MarketWatch experts combed through the patents to see what Apple is working on. on.mktw.net/3gu4bzX
An #esports arena in Las Vegas has re-opened its doors inside @LuxorLV. Players will be escorted to their gaming station where an attendant will wipe down the area. Hand sanitizer and gloves are available too, explains @reviewjournal: bit.ly/2BZTczi
Coronavirus has many companies canceling training sessions, conferences, and retreats. As a result, many are looking for alternatives – like #VR training. “Combining traditional and VR authorizing tools in one package is the future of e-learning.” bit.ly/2UKGlaw
Companies are turning to #VR to design new products. “With #VR, we have a way to experience, on a real scale, a product, piece of equipment, building or landscape,” one CEO says. See how companies – large and small – are using #VR to work on prototypes. bit.ly/2YE9hlR
The pandemic has created an environment for #VR to grow. Experts say #VR applications will expand beyond virtual meetings for work and become useful in medical training, retail shopping, and real estate tours. @Forbes has more: bit.ly/2Bayb4k
It’s not always easy to find the motivation to work out, but what if your exercise routine combined #VR with upbeat music? Research shows the right marriage between #VR exercise and tunes increases enjoyment and decreases ‘exercise consciousness.’ bit.ly/3daHs9Q
Australia is working to improve its #IoT knowledgebase by identifying skill gaps and creating better courses for students to learn from. One organization believes this is an urgent goal that Australia should work towards. bit.ly/3d3PcKJ
Amid #COVID-19, many in-person #esports tournaments are canceled, but @EASPORTSFIFA wants to make sure its competitors and fans still have ways to enjoy the sport. As a result, all-new online, regional events are set to take place. Learn more: bit.ly/2AJnh5N
Since casinos are closed, Las Vegas has turned to #esports as an alternative for traditional sports betting. With more attention on #esports, experts say there could be a positive side effect: less cheating. @washingtonpost explains: bit.ly/2UOwzEp
The social media company known for its #AR lenses, @Snapchat, is upping its game once again. The company is introducing Local Lenses which can transform an entire city block into interactive art pieces. @CNET explains how it works: cnet.co/2MZkOqi
You’ve probably heard of #IoT, but what about #IoE? There’s a difference. IoT refers to machine-to-machine learning while IoE, or Internet of Everything, encompasses more elements like people-to-machine learning. @iotforall explains: bit.ly/37G17xh
A New York City doctor teamed up with @Penn to create a #VR video to teach medical professionals how to handle #COVID patients. The video provides a 360-degree view of intubation and placing a patient on a ventilator. Learn more: bit.ly/2UOvKeB