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Unlimited 3D

From sound to swimwear, nothing is left two-dimensional

Implications - Entertainment was once the primary engine for 3D technology, beckoning viewers with its promise of extreme, in-depth and in-your-face theatrics. While 3D technology was applied to some industries like printing and computer graphics when it was first conceived, until now, 3D hasn’t taken shape in very many other product categories. Now you will find 3D elements in everything from tourism to tattoos, and industries from fashion to sports are getting in on the action, hoping to help quench the consumer thirst for high-impact experiences.
Trend Themes
1. 3D Printing - The N12 Bikini showcases 3D printing technology being used for fast fashion, disrupting the traditional manufacturing processes in the fashion industry.
2. Augmented Reality - The Mei-Chan 3D Guide uses augmented reality to provide a more interactive and engaging experience for visitors, creating opportunities for new forms of tourism and hospitality.
3. Holographic Technology - Laan Labs demonstrates the potential of holographic technology for creating immersive and interactive experiences, disrupting the entertainment industry and creating new forms of media consumption.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The N12 Bikini showcases the potential for 3D printing to revolutionize the fast fashion industry, introducing new levels of customization, sustainability, and affordability.
2. Tourism and Hospitality - The Mei-Chan 3D Guide demonstrates the potential of augmented reality to create more immersive and engaging travel experiences, opening up new markets for the tourism and hospitality industry.
3. Entertainment - Laan Labs demonstrates the disruptive potential of holographic technology to create immersive and interactive experiences for the entertainment industry, revolutionizing the way audiences consume media.
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9 Featured, 74 Examples:
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Date Range:
Apr 11 — Jul 11
Trending:
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Featured Examples

play_circle_filled3D Tech Tatts
3D Tech Tatts
'cranberryzero' Gets Himself a Unique Augmented Reality Tattoo
We will surely see a new wave of ink demands now that this augmented reality tattoo has hit the web. 'I Heart Chaos' user 'cranberryzero' was inspired to get this unique ink job done after his new Nintendo… MORE
3D Smartphone Accessories
3D Smartphone Accessories
The Sthreeam 3D Camera Lets You Play James Cameron on Your iPhone
The Sthreeam 3D camera is a new iPhone accessory perfect for those who want to shoot the next great indie 3D flick. Seeing as how I have yet to see a great indie 3D movie, it shouldn't be too tough. The… MORE
3D-Printed Swimwear
3D-Printed Swimwear
The N12 Bikini Brings Fast Fashion to the Beach
Today's world is all about instant gratification, and that is just what the N12 Bikini caters to. Part of the fast fashion revolution that is hitting the industry lately, the bikini is the first 3D-printed… MORE
play_circle_filledHolographic Video Vision
Holographic Video Vision
Laan Labs Augment Actuality Using Kinect
Apparently the folks at Laan Labs have been hard at work because they’ve created this amazing 3D Video using ‘String Augmented Reality SDK,’ showing this clip in real-time 3D video and audio. Armed with… MORE
3D Designer Shades
3D Designer Shades
Oakley 3D Gascan Eyewear Provides a Stylish Movie-Going Experience
For some odd reason, most have taken a liking to stealing 3D glasses from the theater and wearing them for fashionable reasons. They're not the most stylish pair of shades, so why not take it up a notch… MORE
Life-Size Digital Tour Guides
Life-Size Digital Tour Guides
The Mei-Chan 3D Guide Helps Navigate With "Human" Interaction
Some people have no problem reading maps in unfamiliar cities, but for those who get more out of a conversation and pointing fingers, the Mei-Chan 3D Guide is a brilliant idea. The Nagoya Institute of… MORE
play_circle_filled3D Sports Viewing
3D Sports Viewing
Sony Allows TV Audiences to See the Wimbledon Championships in a New Light
This year, for the first time ever, the semi-finals and finals of the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London was broadcast in 3D on BBC HD, and was also shown in cinemas across the world, giving viewers… MORE
play_circle_filledThrilling 3D Sound
Thrilling 3D Sound
The Plan B Beats Audio Clip Demonstrates 3D Music Technology
As more and more music is downloaded and played back via laptops, there is growing demand for quality sound reproduction as seen in the Plan B Beats Audio commercial. Laptop speakers have never been known… MORE
play_circle_filled3D Gadget Add-Ons
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The Pic3D Transforms 2D LCD Screens Easily to 3D Imaging Glasses-Free
Japanese company Global Wave has recently developed a first of its kind special film called Pic3D that can transform 2D LCD screens into 3D display. Pic3D is being developed so that its use can range from… MORE

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