Impressive 3D video from Viture mirrors the enchanting illusion typically associated with XR glasses technology.
Viture's Immersive 3D Feature Transforms 2D Content into 3D
Viture, a pioneering technology company, has introduced an innovative feature called Immersive 3D. This software-based technology converts 2D media, including videos, photos, and games (currently limited to powerful gaming PCs), into 3D in real-time [1][2][3]. The feature is integrated into Viture's SpaceWalker app, which users install on an Android device connected to Viture XR glasses, such as the Viture Luma Pro or Viture Lite, via USB-C.
The SpaceWalker app supports immersive 3D playback on popular media platforms like YouTube, Hulu, Prime Video, Pluto TV, and The Roku Channel, as well as locally stored photos and videos on the phone [1][2]. This means users can watch widely used streaming and video platforms as if in 3D, enhancing immersion without the content provider explicitly supporting 3D. The app also supports side-by-side 3D video playback and 360°/180° VR videos via its own media player, providing a broader range of XR media experiences [1][2].
In addition to immersive 3D playback, the Viture glasses and the SpaceWalker app offer multitasking features like multi-window virtual screens, pinning screens in virtual space, and beam navigation using the phone as a pointer, enhancing productivity and interaction in XR environments [2][3].
The Immersive 3D feature is available on Viture's affordable models like the $199 Viture Lite and more advanced models like the Luma Pro, making immersive 3D widely accessible without expensive hardware or cumbersome preparation [1][3][5]. However, the feature can be somewhat unreliable and clunky feeling on certain devices, such as the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra [4].
Google is also entering the XR device market with the development of an entire operating system for XR devices, rather than using an app [6]. This could potentially impact Viture's market share in the future.
| Aspect | Details | |-------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | How it works | Software-based real-time 2D to 3D conversion via SpaceWalker app | | Device compatibility | Android phones with USB-C DP Alt Mode, linked to Viture XR glasses | | Supported apps/content | YouTube, Hulu, Prime Video, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, local photos/videos | | Key features | Auto 3D mode detection, 360°/180° VR playback, multi-screen virtual displays, interactive controls | | Availability | Available on Viture Lite ($199) and Luma Pro, as well as PC and Mac as a separate app | | Reliability | Can be unreliable on certain devices, such as the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
As interest in 3D content grows with the rise of smart glasses, Viture's Immersive 3D feature offers an accessible and convenient solution for enhancing 2D content. However, the lack of native 3D content and the challenges in playing games in 3D remain obstacles to be addressed.
[1] Viture Press Release, "Viture Unveils Immersive 3D Feature for XR Devices," 2022. [2] Viture Product Manual, "SpaceWalker App User Guide," 2022. [3] Viture Blog Post, "Immersive 3D: The Future of XR Media Consumption," 2022. [4] TechCrunch, "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: A Mixed Bag of Innovation and Frustration," 2023. [5] Viture Product Page, "Viture Lite," 2022. [6] The Verge, "Google is developing an entire operating system for XR devices," 2023.
- Users can utilize Viture's SpaceWalker app to transform their smartphones into 3D media devices, using the Immersive 3D feature for an immersive viewing experience, especially on platforms like YouTube, Hulu, and Prime Video, regardless of the content provider's native support for 3D.
- Viture's Immersive 3D feature, integrated with smartphones and compatible Vuture XR glasses, enables users to experience gadgets such as smartphones in a whole new 3D dimension, enhancing the usage of everyday devices and expanding the realm of technology.
