[OPLIN 4cast] OPLIN 4Cast #151: Mixed Reality

[Bobbi Galvin]

*OPLIN 4Cast #151: Mixed Reality*
November 4, 2009


  /4casting technologies that could have an impact on public libraries./

Mixed reality <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mixed_reality>  seeks to 
smoothly link physical and digital environments. Using special hardware 
and software, it's becoming more and more mainstream.

An environment that combines elements of both virtual reality and the 
real world could lead to never having to leave the library to attend a 
meeting.  It could mean a whole new way to give presentations.  It could 
be a whole new way to interact with patrons.

    * Check out this book...coming soon to your collection? Mixed
      Reality Book: Earth Structure 
      <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RuZY1NfJ3k&feature=player_embedded>
    * This "Moblie Mixed Reality
      <http://research.nokia.com/files/insight/NTI_MARA_-_June_2009.pdf>"
      article gives some great examples of mixed reality and some
      suggestions for further reading.
    * Video:  Is Mixed Reality The Next Step For Instant Messaging?
      <http://blog.nimbuzz.com/2009/09/09/is-mixed-reality-the-next-step-for-instant-messaging/> 

    * So how can you use this in your library?  Check this out: Mirrored
      Message Wall
      <http://nwn.blogs.com/nwn/2009/10/mixed-reality-message-wall.html>

*Cool fact from this 4Cast:*  
/A practical example of mixed reality is the yellow down marker you've 
seen during football games since about 1998.  That yellow line helps us 
follow the game and has won several Emmy Awards for technical achievement./

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Bobbi Galvin
OPLIN Customer Relations & Support
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