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Hofstra University Uses VR To Put You Face To Face With A Category 3 Hurricane

VRScout

I immediately thought that it would be an excellent tool for communicating the effects of extreme weather events in an engaging way, going beyond simple text, or 2D maps and graphics.”. The VR simulation begins with you looking out of a window from your living room as an incoming storm begins to creep closer and closer.

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Celebrating the 2023 Auggie Awards and XR Prize Challenge

ARPost

Zappar was also up for Auggie Awards in the categories of Best Creator & Authoring Tool, Best Developer Tool, Best Headworn Device, Best in Location-Based Entertainment, and Best Societal Impact. She also presented the winner with a 15.6in Sony Spatial Reality Display.

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