We all know VR as a media platform that facilitates full ‘immersion’, but there are still steps to take to reach full ‘presence.’ One of the most interesting of these advancements was recently debuted at the Sundance Film Festival. HaptX gloves use haptic technology to to simulate touch. Stimulation of the sense of touch, paired…

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Businesses and organizations across all industries are commonly using VR to train their employees. Offering realistic and immersive trials can give people an understanding of what a job entails, and give them a sense of the job experience before even starting. This video from UPS outlines why they believe that VR is a valuable tool…

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Methods of education have remained constant for decades, and VR offers a much needed alternative to traditional learning. According to a study conducted by a university in China, “Students from each grade level achieved more progress by VR-based learning than traditional teaching.” This could have to do with the younger generation’s exposure to an over-saturated…

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All aboard the VR Train! Put on your headphones to experience the power of spatial audio. Adding a spatial audio sound design to any 360 video will enhance its immersive impact. Listen to this train as it speeds by, and get a taste of spatial audio as it interacts with your perspective. Crosswater specializes in…

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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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The healthcare industry is constantly introduced to new ideas and methods. One of the most prevalent and innovative new concepts for a number of different uses is VR. VR is being used for medical training and research, patient education, and theraputic treatment methods. To learn more about what VR can do for modern medicine, read…

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The time has come for VR! Facebook has created a new unit of time to accommodate VR production. A ‘flick’ is smaller than a nanosecond (previously the smallest unit of time measurement) and is used to precisely pair 360 video with spatial audio. Unfathomably small increments of time can put video and audio out of…

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Microsoft is researching new methods of using VR to improve emergency preparedness in the case of natural disasters. This highlights how we can use VR innovations to help teach new ideas and perspectives. VR will continue to impact how we operate in the coming years. #VR #training #VRtraining #newperspectives #education #emergencypreparedness #virtualreality #naturaldisaster #prevention #immersion…

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Eye tracking technology goes a long way towards making Virtual Experiences feel more organic and immersive. Read about the advancements to learn what the future way have in store. #eyetracking #VR #virtualreality #VRheadset #HTCvive #Oculus #immersive #immerseyourself #welcometothefuture https://www.engadget.com/2018/01/13/tobii-vr-eye-tracking/

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Have you ever seen a red panda up close and personal? Now’s your chance! Say hello to Scout, the red panda at the Buffalo Zoo. Let Crosswater immerse you into the center of Scout’s exhibit. Wear your VR headset and headphones for the fully immersive experience of 360 degree video and spatial audio. Thanks again…

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