The VR Report

The VR Report

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The VR Report episodes

  • Amy Peck: Fortune 500 Companies Are Exploring XR (VR, AR, MR, AI)

    Amy Peck founder of consulting agency EndeavorXR, emphasizes the importance of enterprise companies adopting XR technologies (VR, AR, MR, AI). ๐Ÿ’ผ

    Amy previously worked at Leap Motion, a pioneer in hand tracking for VR and has clients in the Fortune 500.

    ๐Ÿ‘“ XR technology has evolved rapidly, making it accessible for businesses.๐Ÿ—๏ธ

    Amy highlights the potential benefits of XR in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.๐Ÿ“ˆ

    While some companies have embraced XR, others lag behind, particularly in field deployments.๐ŸŒŸ Amy suggests tying payments to efficiency-enhancing XR technologies, and lidar scanning during construction inspections.๐Ÿš€

    Amy envisions a future where technology solves challenges and encourages companies to become more forward-thinking.

    1 hr 3 min
  • Game Journalist Dean Takahashi: Universal Basic Income Thru Gaming

    Dean Takahashi, a veteran game journalist with over two decades of experience, discusses gaming trends in XR, Apple Vision Pro, and AI in an interview with David Gene Oh from The VR report. They explore his background, the evolution of gaming, and the potential of AI and the metaverse. Dean and David rap about a future where gaming can be Universal Basic Income.

    1 hr 5 min
  • Avi Bar-Zeev Shares His Expertise in Designing the Apple Vision Pro, Microsoft Hololens, and Amazon Echo Frames

    David Gene Oh interviews Avi Barzev, an XR developer veteran with a 30-year career, who played pivotal roles in projects like Disney's VR ride, Google Earth (Keyhole), Microsoft HoloLens, Amazon's Echo Frames, and Apple Vision Pro. Avi shares insights into XR development and the evolution of VR/AR technologies and how this will influence the metaverse.

    Highlights๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ Avi Bar-Zeev emphasizes the importance of theme parks in early VR/AR adoption and its role in pushing technology boundaries.๐Ÿ›ฐ๏ธ Avi reflects on the government's use of Keyhole technology for defense and intelligence purposes and the ethical considerations surrounding it.

    1 hr 33 min
  • First iPhone Game Designer Nicole Lazarro Shares Her Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro

    Nicole has been in the gaming industry for 30 years. Thatโ€™s OG. Nicole has worked on the Sims, and industry leaders such as Disney, Ubisoft and Sony.ย 


    Nicole is currently working on an XR project called "Follow the White Rabbit" where she's building an emotion model, Narrative AI, and an Empathy Engine. This aims to enhance the player experience by unlocking human potential through technology and play


    She also designed the first iPhone game and was voted as one of the top 20 women working in video games by VentureBeat, and one of the 100 most influential women in technology by Fast Company.ย 


    Iโ€™ve known Nicole for a long time, and what I admire most about Nicole is witnessing her work ethic, her unique point of view of building games and her passion for VR. Friends hereโ€™s Nicole Lazzaro.

    1 hr 8 min
  • Puzzling Places VR Designer Az and Photogrammetry Expert

    ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Discover the magic of photogrammetry in VR: Az Balabanian, the mastermind behind Realities.io's sleeper VR hit, Puzzling Places, takes us on a captivating journey. ๐Ÿงฉ Explore monumental buildings transformed into intricate puzzles, and immerse yourself in the world of spatial reconstruction through photogrammetry.

    ๐ŸŒŒ Uncover the secrets of the Metaverse: Join us as we discuss the role of photogrammetry in creating lifelike virtual environments and the incredible value it brings to the emerging Metaverse. ๐ŸŒ Get ready to unlock the potential of photogrammetry in shaping the future of digital realities.

    ๐Ÿค Special guest, Az Balabanian: Meet the creative genius behind Puzzling Places, a VR experience that blends puzzle-solving with photogrammetry to offer an awe-inspiring architectural adventure. Learn about Az's journey and vision in harnessing photogrammetry for VR storytelling.

    1 hr 1 min
  • Tipatat, Partner of The Venture Reality Fund Talks Investing in XR and Apple Vision Pro

    ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Want to learn how to get your XR company funded? Check out The VR Report with the amazing Tipatat Chennavasin from the Venture Reality Fund! ๐Ÿš€ We dived deep into what VC's are seeking in Apple Vision Pro developers for investments and the current landscape of VR investing. ๐Ÿ’ผ Learn all the insider tips to get your project funded and get a sneak peek into the future of XR investing with Apple's game-changing entry! ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ”ฎ Don't miss out on this must-watch episode! ๐ŸŽง๐Ÿ”ฅ #VR #VirtualReality #VentureRealityFund #VCInvesting #AppleVisionPro #XRInvesting #PodcastEpisode

    1 hr 10 min
  • Exploring the Virtual Frontier: A Conversation with Blair Renaud

    Blair Renaud has made significant contributions to the virtual reality (VR) landscape, having developed VR games for platforms like Oculus, Samsung, Sony PSVR, and Google.

    We'll revisit Blair's previous interview seven years ago, where we discussed the impact of Facebook's acquisition of Oculus. Now, in light of recent announcements about Apple's groundbreaking XR dev kit, the Apple Vision Pro, we dive into the topic of developing for various VR headsets and uncover what developers can expect from this highly anticipated release.
    Prepare to go deep on developer challenges in XR, and visions for the future of gaming. Whether you're a game enthusiast, developer, or simply curious about the cutting-edge world of virtual reality, this episode is pretty ok.
    Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to catch all the latest episodes in this thrilling gaming series. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the immersive worlds crafted by talented developers like Blair Renaud.

    57 min
  • Casual Games to NFL Simulators in VR; Mike Doom

    Join us for an exclusive interview with Mike Pagano DOOM, the creative genius behind the popular ForeVR gaming series and the mastermind behind NFL Pro Era one of the most popular VR sports games on Quest. In this episode, we delve into the world of XR development and explore the pros and cons of developing for various headsets, including Quest, Sony, and Apple's new Vision Pro. DOOM shares valuable insights and firsthand experiences, shedding light on the groundbreaking potential of Apple's XR headset.

    We discuss the expectations and desires of seasoned XR developers for Apple's headset, exploring the features, services, and tools they hope to see. With Apple's robust hand tracking capabilities and Eyesight technology, we delve into the possibilities of creating new and immersive experiences with the ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿฅฝ device.

    1 hr 4 min

About The VR Report

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Welcome to The VR Report podcast, your gateway to the immersive world of XR (Extended Reality), which encompasses VR, AR, AI, and the metaverse. Join us as we dive deep into these technologies,โ€ฆ