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FLOSS Weekly 750: AI: Just Make It Normal - IQXR, AI and Open Source

Sep 20, 2023
Doc Searls and Katherine Druckman talk with Michael "Hoff" Hoffman, Co-founder and CEO of IQXR, about differences between virtual, augmented, and mixed reality, challenges holding back widespread VR/AR, privacy concerns around augmented & virtual reality glasses, AI's role in spatial computing, and the mission to drive adoption of open standards and interoperability.
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  • The challenges holding back widespread virtual/augmented reality include the lack of standards.
  • AI plays a significant role in spatial computing and enhancing efficiency.

Deep dives

VR and XR expert discusses mixed reality and spatial computing

In this podcast episode, VR and XR expert Michael Hoff discusses various topics including mixed reality, his company IQXR, and the importance of standards in spatial computing. Hoff, who has a background in VR and Microsoft's HoloLens, talks about the challenges and opportunities in the emerging industry. He emphasizes the need for open standards and open source solutions to accelerate the development and adoption of immersive technologies. The conversation touches on ergonomics, the role of artificial intelligence in spatial computing, and the potential of smart glasses in transforming human-computer interaction.

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