I’ve been reflecting back on how 2011 has been for Second Life. I didn’t make any predictions for the year, but on reflection, I believe it was a good year for Second Life. Perhaps the best year for Second Life that I can recall for quite some time.Via dwellonit.taterunino.net … [Read more...] about A good year
“Surround Vision” : Turns TV Into Augmented Reality
"If you're watching TV and you hear a helicopter in your surround sound," says Santiago Alfaro, a grad student at MIT's media lab. "Wouldn't it be cool to just turn around and be able to see that helicopter as it goes into the screen?" Sure would. And Alfaro has realized that idea, in his thesis project, Surround Vision.Via www.fastcompany.com … [Read more...] about “Surround Vision” : Turns TV Into Augmented Reality
Linden Lab’s take on 2011… and 2012
Whilst catching up on news around the place, I noticed this post from Linden Lab CEO Rod Humble: As we head into the new year, I’d like to share some highlights from 2011, as well as a glimpse of what’s to come in 2012. First, if you haven’t already, I hope you will explore our recently launched Linden Realms, the Lab's first-ever game prototype. For newbies, it is a very … [Read more...] about Linden Lab’s take on 2011… and 2012
Free texture downloads for Second Life / OpenSim grids
A source for free downloads of many original creations for you to use on your virtual world grid. Royalty free textures. Use any way you want.Via www.lindakellie.com … [Read more...] about Free texture downloads for Second Life / OpenSim grids
WonderSchool streams world to a tablet – Hypergrid Business
Open Wonderland — an open source, Java-based alternative to OpenSim — is now available on a tablet. According to WonderSchool, a subsidiary of Germany’s THINSIA, clients can now access the platform on an iPad by having their user session streamed to the device.Via www.hypergridbusiness.com … [Read more...] about WonderSchool streams world to a tablet – Hypergrid Business