Transforming Healthcare with XR feat. Valentino Megale
Ready for an extraordinary journey into the realm of healthcare innovation? I couldn't wait to share some exciting news with you, especially if you've ever wondered how technology can revolutionize patient care and well-being.
As someone deeply passionate about the transformative potential of virtual reality in healthcare, I recently had the privilege of interviewing a true visionary in the field. But before we dive in, let me take you on a personal journey that connects us to the heart of this upcoming episode.
Picture this: you find yourself standing at the entrance of a bustling hospital, filled with the cacophony of doctors rushing past, anxious patients, and a myriad of emotions swirling in the air. As you step inside, your senses are overwhelmed, and your mind starts racing with a mix of fear and anticipation.
Suddenly, a gentle voice calls your name. It's me, your trusted guide and advocate for your well-being. We embark on an extraordinary adventure where stress and pain melt away, replaced by a serene and tranquil environment. Welcome to the world of Softcare Studios.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the future of healthcare, the power of virtual reality, and how we can shape a world where patients find solace and healing beyond the confines of traditional medicine.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
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XR Weekly News
Telecommunications companies are making a huge impact on the XR landscape. After all, delivering immersive experiences requires more than just the right screens, or hardware. Companies also need to ensure they can produce and deliver high-quality content at exceptional speeds.??
As a result, many telecoms and media brands are starting to offer enhanced solutions to AR investors, combining the latest software with 5G, and cloud services. For instance, Verizon, one of the market-leading telecoms and media brands in the world today, is helping some of the world’s biggest brands produce more compelling AR experiences with its 5G technologies.??
When Snapchat wanted to leverage higher network speeds, greater bandwidth, and lower latency to boost it’s AR experiences, Verizon stepped up to offer support.??
Unlocking Powerful User Experiences with Verizon?
Leader in the AR app industry, Snap. Inc is known throughout the world for it’s popular Snapchat platform, where users can leverage augmented reality games, filters, and experiences through the cameras connected to their smartphone.??
The Snapchat user base, made up of digitally-savvy, younger generations, expect to be able to take advantage of new technology quickly and efficiently within the application. Because of this, Snapchat knew it needed to invest in a reliable next-gen solution. Verizon’s existing investment in the AR and extended reality landscapes made them an obvious partner for the Snap team.??
The AR app company quickly reached out to the Verizon 5G experts, to find out how they could leverage leading technologies to facilitate faster, more convenient interactions within the app. Verizon responded by providing the Snap company with access to its comprehensive 5G Ultra-wideband network, ensuring the organization could rapidly distribute custom AR experiences to users all over the world, without worrying about bandwidth restrictions.??
Augmented reality (AR) is becoming increasingly common in everyday life. We see evidence of augmented experiences on social media through 360-degree photos and videos. Endless smartphone apps now feature AR functionality. For example, firms like Walmart and Ikea have smartphone applications for customers to position new furniture items in their homes or try on clothes.
As companies search for more immersive ways of connecting with their clients in a digital world, AR represents one of the most accessible forms of extended reality. With this technology, we can all create and enjoy more immersive experiences. The right kit is all a developer needs to create a custom AR application.
Diana Olynick is a Canadian engineer, XR Designer and award winner, speaker and the host of the XR Magazine podcast.? Diana has more than 10 years of experience in engineering and she is a current mentor of two Canadian organizations, North Forge and Futurpreneur Canada where she guides early-stage entrepreneurs in the areas of engineering applications and technology adoption. She also serves as a committee member and writer for the Keystone Professional Canadian publication. Diana has been a guest in various podcasts and events, delivering and sharing her knowledge and experience in the areas of XR in the fields of Ethics in XR as well as XR design.?
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