AnalogFolk’s weekly innovation roundup! 27.08.19
Artificial illusionism, to taking steps in sign language recognition, and more…
By Francisco Jordão, Technical Lead at AnalogFolk
Welcome to the AnalogFolk weekly innovation roundup, where our technical lead Francisco Jordão summarises the innovations of the week; from the weird to the wonderful, and everything in-between.
Researchers attempt to fool AI with magic tricks
The AI system paves the way for experiments in what researchers called artificial illusionism.
Google’s AI Hand-Tracking Algorithm Could Be a Major Step to Sign Language Recognition
Google is reporting that it has hit something of a breakthrough by developing a new hand-tracking algorithm that is capable of tracking hand gestures in real-time. The new intelligent AI-based system leverages machine learning to generate a hand map. This map can be created with the help of just a single camera allowing for easier implementation.
Cybershoes let you physically walk, run, and jump in VR without leaving your seat
Marketed as a “high-end solution for VR locomotion,” Cybershoes are an accessory device for VR systems that are compatible with Steam VR. This means they can be used with Oculus, HTC, Pimax, and other headsets.
London’s Otherworld Might Just Be The Coolest-Looking VR Arcade In Existence — VRScout
Open now to the general public, Dream Corporation’s Otherworld VR arcade looks like something straight out of Tron: Legacy. Designed by architecture studio Red Deer, the futuristic space — once simple east London railway arch — now features 14 private VR entertainment pods.
Improved as-you-type spelling and grammar correction in Gmail
What’s changing Google is introducing new spelling and grammar correction capabilities for Gmail to help you compose emails quickly with confidence.
And that’s all folks!
