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What is Spatial Computing?
At its core, spatial computing enables devices to understand and interact with the physical world, blending it seamlessly with the digital realm. Imagine placing a virtual piece of furniture in your living room using your phone or attending a meeting where your coworkers appear as 3D holograms around you.
This fusion of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies creates an entirely new dimension of interaction. Through sensors, cameras, and intelligent algorithms, devices can map spaces, track movements, and overlay virtual elements onto the real world.
How Does It Work?
Spatial computing relies on three pillars:
- Perception: Devices use sensors and cameras to gather data about their surroundings.
- Mapping and Tracking: Using this data, they create digital maps of spaces and track objects and movements in real time.
- Interaction: Users engage with virtual elements through gestures, voice, or touch.
For example, when you play a game like Pokémon Go or use AR to try on a pair of sunglasses online, you’re experiencing spatial computing in action.
