USA TODAY NETWORK TO LIVESTREAM INAUGURATION IN VR
On January 20, 2017, USA TODAY NETWORK will transport its readers to
Washington, D.C
. to experience the inauguration of
Donald Trump
through multi-platform virtual reality and 360-degree coverage.
The stream will include multiple VR camera angles positioned at the Capitol, the National Mall, and along the inaugural parade route for a fully immersive experience. Continue Reading
#EA17 Spotlight - LucidCam
The virtual reality (VR) market is generally estimated to be worth at least $30 billion by 2020. Key players in the consumer entertainment and gaming display market currently include the Oculus Rift, Sony's PlayStation VR, and the HTC Vive.
One of the 2017 Edison Award nominees is putting a tool into the hands of consumers to create their own VR experiences.
After receiving $2.1M in seed funding and signing a partnership agreement with Wistron Corporation, Lucid VR is offering pre-sales for its LucidCam. This pocket-sized point-and-shoot camera captures 3D 180-degree video and audio that can be live streamed or instantly shared on a mobile phone using Google Cardboard or any VR headset.
The LucidCam, an 8oz (225g) camera, features a single button that controls image capture, video capture, and setting manipulation. It has 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage capacity, and supports micro SD and micro USB options for additional storage. An app provides the ability to remotely turn the camera on and off, start and stop filming, preview footage and manage the media library.
At just $399 for preorders, this product offers an affordable option for consumers who want to capture their experiences in a new way or who want a low-cost entry point into creating VR content for others to enjoy.
For more information, including video of the product, visit
http://lucidcam.com/.
Headsets Making Virtual a Reality
The VR KiX virtual reality headset makes VR content accessible to anyone with a smartphone. Our product features and affordability are what makes it one of the best in the industry. VR KiX is made from cleanable materials and is easy to use with a wide range of Apple and Android smartphones. Paired with our VR KiX App, users can experience 360 degree videos and games and move through each virtual experience by eye control. Learn More
Celebrate with Us In New York
Get ready. It's time to join the celebration in New York City: The 30th Annual Edison Awards will be held on April 20, 2017.
The Edison Awards is not merely an award for accomplishment, but a benchmark of success for those outstanding individuals, organizations and teams who capture the essence of Thomas Edison, teams who are devoted to making the world a better place through innovation. This awards season saw an increase in nominations from the world of virtual reality, artificial intelligence and Internet of Things. Over 300 nominations from around the globe were reviewed by industry experts, and narrowed down to the finalists that will be announced February 11, 2017. This year's celebration will also include our Meet the Innovators Forum, featuring presentations and panel discussions from 2017 Edison Achievement Award Honorees Jeffrey R. Immelt, Chairman of the Board and CEO of General Electric, and Astro Teller, Captain of Moonshots (CEO) of X.
Join us in NYC
Attend the 30th annual Edison Awards in New York, NY on April 20, 2017 to experience some of the world's most respected authorities on innovation offer insight and inspiration to our guests.
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Are you or someone you know interested in presenting at the 2017 Edison Awards Meet the Innovators Forum in New York on April 20, 2017? If so, start prepping your presentation as we will be accepting applications soon!
#EdisonNominee
Browse the gallery of outstanding nominees we've received for the 2017 Edison Awards to get a sneak peak at the tremendous variety of new, innovative products and services in today's marketplace.
