Paris – Following an outstanding showcase at MIPTV, VR will be even bigger at MIPCOM2016 with a lineup of Virtual Reality Panel Sessions, focusing on creativity, production and financing. The global entertainment content market, MIPCOM takes place in Cannes, France in October. The VR Sessions supported by Sony Corporation will be at Palais des Festivals. The Creativity Session will focus on how VR promises a new wave of inventiveness for storytellers and will discuss its practical … [Read more...] about Beyond Virtual Reality at MIPCOM
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Infocomm and media convergence to offer opportunities for all
Singapore - The Info-communications Media Development Authority (IMDA) was officially launched following the restructuring of the Info-communications Development Authority (IDA) and the Media Development Authority (MDA). Speaking at the official launch event at Infinite Studios, Minister for Communications and Information Dr. Yaacob Ibrahim announced IMDA’s strategies to spearhead Singapore’s transition into a digital future by helping businesses, workers and the community to harness the … [Read more...] about Infocomm and media convergence to offer opportunities for all
VR contents for students in Hong Kong
Hong Kong - Only recently it was possible that a student can experience the thrill and danger at the peak of Mont Blanc in Italy, visit a Van Gogh museum in Paris and arrive at JFK International Airport in New York City, all within one-morning class session. With VR Educate’s proprietary VR Room and 21-category Content Platform, this journey is now possible that a class of students can experience all, altogether, along with their teacher, in the safety and comfort of a classroom together with … [Read more...] about VR contents for students in Hong Kong
VRrOOm launches at BIRTV
Beijing – VRrOOm, a fully dedicated Virtual Reality (VR) ecosystem, made its debut at the Beijing International Radio, TV & Film Exhibition (BIRTV). It’s Founder and CEO Louis Cacciuttolo said, “THE AR/VR Market is expected to hit $120 billion by 2020 and the technology is going to be the next big thing for storytelling, beyond gaming. Yet, there are few resources dedicated to facilitate the access to VR and accelerate mass market adoption.” Louis Cacciuttolo has previously worked for THX … [Read more...] about VRrOOm launches at BIRTV
Singtel introduces cutting-edge technology
Singapore – Singtel announced the introduction of cutting-edge technology as part of its ‘live’ television production capabilities, offering brands the opportunity to create interactive content and better engage their pay TV audiences. The first of its kind in Singapore, Singtel TV’s virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technology also helps advertisers address the challenge of today’s viewers sidestepping traditional commercial breaks. VR and AR … [Read more...] about Singtel introduces cutting-edge technology