As Virtual Reality gains mainstream recognition, we continue to see its usage become more prevalent in many areas. This article outlines how art museums have adopted the technology after seeing the value of displaying VR art exhibits. As one museum-goer put it, “in the museum setting, it’s about surrendering yourself to the vision of the…

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Haptic technology is paired with VR to create a fully immersive experience. If you are not familiar, haptic gloves vibrate on your hands sending you the illusion of touch, bringing sensations of touching tangible objects in a virtual space. Now, this technology is being used to provide the visually-impaired their first opportunity to have a…

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Spring has sprung! This time we think it’s here to stay. Let this immersive VR/360 video give you a taste of the winter weather one last time before we welcome the warmth. Our Audio Engineer, Dan, captured this immersive VR/360 video on a snowmobile joyride. Crosswater is your one-stop-shop for all traditional and immersive media…

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Immersive Journalism takes one big step forward! CNN recently announced that their “CNN VR” app will be available on the new Oculus VR headset. They see the potential of immersive media, and you should too! #anewway #CNN #VR #virtualreality #oculus #journalism #immersion #welcometothefuture #storytelling #VRnews #vrproduction #vrmarketing #buffalo  

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Researchers have been studying the relationship between VR and empathy for 15 years. Their findings? VR creates experiences, and experiences create empathy. VR producers know this. It pushes us to create experiences that will have socially redeeming value. The power of VR can change how we think. #VRforGood #Virtualreality #innovative #prevalent #immersive #immerseyourself #welcometothefuture #buffalo…

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Crosswater was courtside last night to capture the UB Bulls Men’s Basketball team clinch the top seed in the Mid-America Conference Tournament in VR/360! Congratulations to the Bulls! Catch their next game, when they take on the Bowling Green Falcons on Friday at 6pm. #UB #basketball #NCAA #collegebasketball #sports #athletics #VR#buffalo #buffalobulls #numberone #VR #360video#mediaproduction #VRproduction #virtualreality #immersion#immerseyourself #welcometothefuture

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Have you ever thought about how far medical technology has come? Have you considered what new advancements are still to come? Well, the future is here. Companies are using futuristic, VR technology to simplify complex surgery, manage rehab, relieve pain, soothe social anxiety associated with autism, train the doctors of the future and much more.…

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Virtual and Augmented reality are commonly used by doctors for medical research and training. Take a look at this article to get some insight into the new, exciting methods being employed by medical professionals. Crosswater is heavily involved in the production of VR content for medical applications. Contact Crosswater at (716) 884-8486, crosswater.net, Facebook Messenger,…

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There are some exciting developments in the works! We’ve already looked forward to the year ahead in VR, but what’s to come after that? Check out this article to see the projections for VR in 2019. #newyear #technology #CES #2018 #2019 #VR #virtualreality #VR #immersion #360video #spatialaudio #mediaproduction #vrproduction #buffalo #welcometothefuture https://uploadvr.com/2019-vr-headset-prediction/

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Here at Crosswater, we are dedicated to facilitating the growth and discovery of future generations. We believe that VR is a valuable tool in accomplishing that. Read this article to learn about some new advancements in VR that will grant an accessible and affordable way for younger users to explore high quality VR/AR experiences. #VR…

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