Microsoft introduces Holoportation, enabling remote 3D real-time hologram communication

Briefing

Microsoft introduces Holoportation, enabling remote 3D real-time hologram communication

March 26, 2016

Briefing

  • Microsoft Holoportation – Microsoft Research’s Interactive 3D Technologies team newly revealed project allowing people to see, hear and interact with real-time 3D holograms of remote participants, using HoloLens and special camera rig
  • Current Hologram Technology – While user can communicate properly, it still doesn’t provide sense of smell or physical touch of other person, who appears to float due to hologram’s field of view
  • Next Steps – Working to perfect camera rig requirements, with technology expected to remain in development phase for few more years before commercial release

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Cross-sector

Organization

Microsoft Corp.

Source

Original Publication Date

March 25, 2016

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