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Matrix Awakens Unreal Engine 5 demo / Snap’s first AR Spectacles / Android games come to Windows in 2022

Dec 10, 2021
The hosts dive into Epic Games' groundbreaking Matrix experience using Unreal Engine 5, featuring insights from Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss. They explore Snap's ambitious AR Spectacles and the complexities of merging augmented reality with the digital landscape. The conversation shifts to gaming as Google brings Android games to Windows, while music streaming dynamics and the rise of wired headphones spark a lively discussion. Additionally, they address privacy concerns in data security and the ever-evolving world of foldable phones.
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INSIGHT

Matrix Awakens and the Metaverse

  • The Matrix Awakens demo showcases Unreal Engine 5's potential for metaverse creation.
  • It highlights the blurring lines between video games, cinema, and reality.
ANECDOTE

Keanu Reeves Interview

  • Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss discussed their experience making "The Matrix Awakens".
  • Reeves expressed interest in a modern Matrix video game and VR porn.
ANECDOTE

Snap's AR Spectacles

  • Alex Heath tested Snap's AR Spectacles, finding them promising but prototype-y.
  • The 30-minute battery life and narrow field of view need improvement.
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