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Last year the UAE got a Minister of Happiness, and now, in another world first, the country has a Minister of Artificial Intelligence – an acknowledgement by the Emirates that these are the technologies that are going to change the world around us, and quickly. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, announced a full cabinet reshuffle today, and as part of that 27-year-old Omar Bin Sultan Al Olama has been announced as the Minister of AI. MORE
Thanks to UAE’s Etihad Airways , you can now take to the skies with the Oscar-winning Australian actress in virtual reality. The lavish VR film shoot takes 360-degree video to new heights. Have you ever wanted to experience what its like to fly in a first-class apartment aboard a luxury Airbus A380 on its way to Abu Dhabi? What about having Nicole Kidman join you for the journey, helping her rehearse scenes from the script of her next film? MORE
Current destinations also include Bali, Thailand, the Maldives and destinations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Fiji and Japan will be added in 2019. With RizortVR you can virtually check out your travel destinations before arriving at check-in. MORE
I was invited to take part in a panel discussion focusing on the intersection between VR and the Internet of Things alongside some excellent people: Shujat Mirza is the UAE Chapter President of the VRAR Association and someone that I have known for a number of years since his time at local AR startup Pixelbug. The panel covered a range of topics from VR adoption rates in the UAE, barriers to the mass adoption of VR and how VR is transforming our respective industries. MORE
Mars is about to receive its next visitor from Earth—the Mars Hope probe. It has the makings of a historic day, as the United Arab Emirates seeks to become just the fifth country to reach the Red Planet. You can watch the action live right here. Read more. MORE
After the first wave of openings, the deployment will extend at a later time to Egypt, Hong-Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Malaysia, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, Vietnam, and Kuwait, according to HTC. MORE
And all of these sheikhs represent family offices from different parts of the UAE. And all of these sheikhs represent family offices from different parts of the UAE. In between your regularly-scheduled XR for Businesses episodes, Alan has a brief update and recap of his recent trip to the Ritossa Family Office Summit in Dubai. Hey there, it's Alan Smithson with the XR for Business Podcast. MORE
That is why EON Reality UAE is looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who have a passion to succeed and a ‘can do’ attitude. Meet us during the UAE Innovation Week starting Sunday, November 19th! The post EON Reality Recruiting at UAE Innovation Week appeared first on EON Reality. Is a career in Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality for you? MORE
All participants will be instantly registered for the chance to win an incredible UAE holiday package as well. Experience Dubai’s infamous Jebel Jais Flight zip line while soaring over the House of Parliament in this new UK attraction. Zip Now London , a new zip wire attraction located in London, England, is offering riders the chance to strap into a VR headset and experience the longest zip line ride in the world, minus the 7-hour flight to Dubai. MORE
News Emirates Mars Mission hope Mars space UAEHere's how to watch the launch live. MORE
In an attempt to bring the immersive attraction to several locations outside the United States, The VOID hyper-reality experience has partnered with UAE-based holding company Meraas to open a brand new location right in the heart of the beautiful city of Dubai later this week. The mixed reality park opens its second location in the city built on sand. MORE
Tawfiq Qaffaf, the Business Development and Marketing Officer from EON Reality UAE also presented about the use of AR & VR technologies to develop worker competency in the energy sector and similar situations. The PetroSkills Middle East Regional Solutions Workshop proved to be a very productive event for EON Reality earlier this month. Among other speakers and demonstrations in oil-related industries, J. MORE
Lets split the international LBE VR sector into three core areas (North America, Europe/UAE, and Asia). The Europe and UAE markets have started to feel a second wave, but have seen a gradual reopening of business and are back to a 70% business. MORE
The UAE Artificial Intelligence strategy was launched to boost government performanc e, the rate of accomplishing achievements. The Vice President has set out a new artificial intelligence drive that will one day affect “all our services, sectors and future infrastructure” Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid , also the Ruler of Dubai, announced the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, a major initiative within the UAE Centennial 2070 objectives. MORE
UAE. 1 May. 18-May. HTC announced that it will begin selling a headset-only package of Cosmos Elite priced at $550. Though Cosmos Elite became available last month, it was only sold in a package that included controllers and base stations for $900. MORE
Those looking for the VR OASIS of Ready Player One should head out to the deserts of the UAE. This is an opportunity to help transform the UAE from a technology consumer to a technology creator, incubating expertise for a new global industry, in line with the UAE’s Vision 2021.”. It’s a truism among VR creators that the best use of the medium is to allow you to do things that are either impossible or extremely difficult to experience in real life. MORE
It's only, I think four years or three years younger than the UAE as a country. So I started doing some where I would deliver presentations, normally virtual re-enactments of presentations that I was doing locally here in the UAE or across the Middle East region events. That being said, I mean, at least here in the UAE, what I'm seeing is more and more schools dipping their toes in the water. It's only, I think four years or three years younger than the UAE as a country. MORE
Current destinations also include Bali, Thailand, the Maldives and destinations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Fiji and Japan will be added in 2019. Rizort Inc. adds several new locations to its collaborative vacation planning VR app. MORE
Their Excellencies were also briefed on the VR Innovation Academy and how EON Reality is training future generations of students in the UAE to become professional VR and developers. EON Reality’s Dubai team was invited to participate in the HCT booth at the WorldSkills Asia event in Abu Dhabi, at the end of November to showcase some of products such as the EON Icube, the HTC Vive, zSpace, and Creator AVR. MORE
Teachers in the Middle East , Egypt and UAE have shown a particularly keen interest and they are “very passionate” about using this technology. Robot classroom assistants and virtual reality learning could see “celebrity teachers” make millions, experts claim. Technology is set to play a vital role in helping the 263 million children globally who are not in school, delegates at the annual Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC) heard. MORE
Cruise was selected to operate its Origin ride-sharing shuttles in the UAE city as soon as 2023. MORE
This is an opportunity to help transform the UAE from a technology consumer to a technology creator, incubating expertise for a new global industry, in line with the UAE’s Vision 2021.”. How the ‘Golden City’ is embracing emerging tech and fast becoming a hub for VR. It’s a truism among VR creators that the best use of the medium is to allow you to do things that are either impossible or extremely difficult to experience in real life. MORE
The men, all of whom are ex-employees of the National Security Agency, are accused of helping the UAE government to break into computer systems all over the world, including… Read more. Former U.S. MORE
EON Reality and EAIT (Emirates Advanced Investments Trading) have partnered to form EON Reality UAE LLC , an Interactive Digital Center (IDC) focused on vocational skills training and higher education utilizing Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. The post Now Recruiting: Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Enthusiasts of Dubai, UAE appeared first on EON Reality. MORE
Here’s how the UAE will endeavor to make history. The Emirates Hope Mission, scheduled to launch this Friday, is the first Arab attempt to reach the Red Planet. Read more. hope mars mission emirates mars mission hope spacecraft mars mars exploration planetary science science space exploratio MORE
UAE airline Emirates used a drone to shoot an extraordinary video that it claims is "one of the highest ads ever filmed.". News drone video Drones Emirates MORE
EON Reality and EAIT (Emirates Advanced Investments Trading) have partnered to form EON Reality UAE LLC, an Interactive Digital Center (IDC) focused on vocational skills training and higher education utilizing Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. MORE
Expansion plans may also be on the cards as The VOID currently runs 11 locations worldwide, with six in the US, three in Canada, one in Malaysia and one in the UAE. Location-based entertainment (LBE) company The VOID has some of the most well known virtual reality (VR) arcade franchises at its worldwide locations including Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire and Ralph Breaks VR. MORE
Watch the rocket carrying the UAE's Mars-bound spacecraft blast off. News breaking twitter hope Middle East space UAE United Arab Emirates MORE
THE VOID, the untethered mixed-reality park, is opening a new location in Dubai, UAE. The Dubai location was created in partnership with Meraas , a UAE-based holding company and owners of several locations including Dubai’s The Beach. The new Dubai-based park is the company’s second public location, and will be hosting their Ghostbusters: Dimension experience—the same currently running at their first location at Madame Tussaud’s New York. MORE
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's leader, announced this triumphant news on Twitter, calling it a "defining moment" in the nation's history. More about Science , Mars , Uae , Science , and Space. Science Mars Uae SpaceIt's a beauty, folks. MORE
Next up you have to locate the UAE Space Agency (the project is aligned with the UAE’s Mars Initiative) and the oxygen you now need quite urgently. Two weeks ago I returned to GESS Dubai for my seventh year and delivered a set of presentations on the theme of VR in education. In the lead up to the event I heard that a local company called Alef Education would be showcasing a virtual reality Journey to Mars experience. MORE
On this Digital Trends Live, we break down the top tech stories, including Clearview A.I.’s s privacy complaint. Computing Digital Trends Live Clearview AI dt live electric vehicle Nissan MORE
Living in a Muslim country like the UAE means that the Holy Month of Ramadan has special significance. Using the Expeditions app, their teachers were able to guide them on a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi – the largest mosque in the UAE. The 2017-18 academic year has just finished for me and it’s been a huge one for VR at JESS Dubai with countless projects taking place with students from pretty much every teaching stage. MORE
Well the thanks (make that MASSIVE thanks) goes to the wonderful Paola Paulino who recently flew into the UAE to speak at the BETT MEA event. UPDATED 25/5/18: This article has been updated below with additional information 2018 marks the next step in the evolution of VR with the launch of the first standalone headsets. The Oculus Go has just released to great fanfare and though I am yet to try it myself, I do already have a standalone VR headset. MORE
UAE Related Topics Mashable VR
FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's leader, announced this triumphant news on Twitter, calling it a "defining moment" in the nation's history. More about Science , Mars , Uae , Science , and Space. Science Mars Uae SpaceIt's a beauty, folks.
Digital Trends
JULY 12, 2020
News Emirates Mars Mission hope Mars space UAEHere's how to watch the launch live.
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GizModo VR
JULY 14, 2020
Here’s how the UAE will endeavor to make history. The Emirates Hope Mission, scheduled to launch this Friday, is the first Arab attempt to reach the Red Planet. Read more. hope mars mission emirates mars mission hope spacecraft mars mars exploration planetary science science space exploratio
Digital Trends
JULY 19, 2020
Watch the rocket carrying the UAE's Mars-bound spacecraft blast off. News breaking twitter hope Middle East space UAE United Arab Emirates
VRWorld
OCTOBER 16, 2017
The UAE Artificial Intelligence strategy was launched to boost government performanc e, the rate of accomplishing achievements. The Vice President has set out a new artificial intelligence drive that will one day affect “all our services, sectors and future infrastructure” Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid , also the Ruler of Dubai, announced the UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, a major initiative within the UAE Centennial 2070 objectives.
EON Reality
NOVEMBER 19, 2016
That is why EON Reality UAE is looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals who have a passion to succeed and a ‘can do’ attitude. Meet us during the UAE Innovation Week starting Sunday, November 19th! The post EON Reality Recruiting at UAE Innovation Week appeared first on EON Reality. Is a career in Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality for you?
VRWorld
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Last year the UAE got a Minister of Happiness, and now, in another world first, the country has a Minister of Artificial Intelligence – an acknowledgement by the Emirates that these are the technologies that are going to change the world around us, and quickly. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, announced a full cabinet reshuffle today, and as part of that 27-year-old Omar Bin Sultan Al Olama has been announced as the Minister of AI.
Digital Trends
JULY 15, 2020
On this Digital Trends Live, we break down the top tech stories, including Clearview A.I.’s s privacy complaint. Computing Digital Trends Live Clearview AI dt live electric vehicle Nissan
EON Reality
FEBRUARY 16, 2017
EON Reality and EAIT (Emirates Advanced Investments Trading) have partnered to form EON Reality UAE LLC , an Interactive Digital Center (IDC) focused on vocational skills training and higher education utilizing Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. The post Now Recruiting: Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Enthusiasts of Dubai, UAE appeared first on EON Reality.
Digital Trends
AUGUST 11, 2021
UAE airline Emirates used a drone to shoot an extraordinary video that it claims is "one of the highest ads ever filmed.". News drone video Drones Emirates
GizModo VR
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The men, all of whom are ex-employees of the National Security Agency, are accused of helping the UAE government to break into computer systems all over the world, including… Read more. Former U.S.
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LBE News
JULY 30, 2020
After the first wave of openings, the deployment will extend at a later time to Egypt, Hong-Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Malaysia, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, Vietnam, and Kuwait, according to HTC.
Mashable VR
APRIL 12, 2021
Cruise was selected to operate its Origin ride-sharing shuttles in the UAE city as soon as 2023.
VRScout
DECEMBER 15, 2018
Current destinations also include Bali, Thailand, the Maldives and destinations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Fiji and Japan will be added in 2019. Rizort Inc. adds several new locations to its collaborative vacation planning VR app.
The Ghost Howls
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Lets split the international LBE VR sector into three core areas (North America, Europe/UAE, and Asia). The Europe and UAE markets have started to feel a second wave, but have seen a gradual reopening of business and are back to a 70% business.
Road to VR
MARCH 20, 2017
THE VOID, the untethered mixed-reality park, is opening a new location in Dubai, UAE. The Dubai location was created in partnership with Meraas , a UAE-based holding company and owners of several locations including Dubai’s The Beach. The new Dubai-based park is the company’s second public location, and will be hosting their Ghostbusters: Dimension experience—the same currently running at their first location at Madame Tussaud’s New York.
VRScout
JULY 26, 2018
All participants will be instantly registered for the chance to win an incredible UAE holiday package as well. Experience Dubai’s infamous Jebel Jais Flight zip line while soaring over the House of Parliament in this new UK attraction. Zip Now London , a new zip wire attraction located in London, England, is offering riders the chance to strap into a VR headset and experience the longest zip line ride in the world, minus the 7-hour flight to Dubai.
Road to VR
MARCH 31, 2020
UAE. 1 May. 18-May. HTC announced that it will begin selling a headset-only package of Cosmos Elite priced at $550. Though Cosmos Elite became available last month, it was only sold in a package that included controllers and base stations for $900.
EON Reality
OCTOBER 26, 2018
Tawfiq Qaffaf, the Business Development and Marketing Officer from EON Reality UAE also presented about the use of AR & VR technologies to develop worker competency in the energy sector and similar situations. The PetroSkills Middle East Regional Solutions Workshop proved to be a very productive event for EON Reality earlier this month. Among other speakers and demonstrations in oil-related industries, J.
Tech Trends VR
APRIL 6, 2018
Those looking for the VR OASIS of Ready Player One should head out to the deserts of the UAE. This is an opportunity to help transform the UAE from a technology consumer to a technology creator, incubating expertise for a new global industry, in line with the UAE’s Vision 2021.”. It’s a truism among VR creators that the best use of the medium is to allow you to do things that are either impossible or extremely difficult to experience in real life.
Upload VR
JANUARY 11, 2021
We’ve got quick little image previews and spoiler-free teasers included below for each region: Dubai, UAE.
VRScout
MAY 31, 2016
Thanks to UAE’s Etihad Airways , you can now take to the skies with the Oscar-winning Australian actress in virtual reality. The lavish VR film shoot takes 360-degree video to new heights. Have you ever wanted to experience what its like to fly in a first-class apartment aboard a luxury Airbus A380 on its way to Abu Dhabi? What about having Nicole Kidman join you for the journey, helping her rehearse scenes from the script of her next film?
EON Reality
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
Their Excellencies were also briefed on the VR Innovation Academy and how EON Reality is training future generations of students in the UAE to become professional VR and developers. EON Reality’s Dubai team was invited to participate in the HCT booth at the WorldSkills Asia event in Abu Dhabi, at the end of November to showcase some of products such as the EON Icube, the HTC Vive, zSpace, and Creator AVR.
EON Reality
APRIL 23, 2018
EON Reality and EAIT (Emirates Advanced Investments Trading) have partnered to form EON Reality UAE LLC, an Interactive Digital Center (IDC) focused on vocational skills training and higher education utilizing Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality.
Tech Trends VR
JANUARY 10, 2019
Current destinations also include Bali, Thailand, the Maldives and destinations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Fiji and Japan will be added in 2019. With RizortVR you can virtually check out your travel destinations before arriving at check-in.
VRScout
MARCH 21, 2017
In an attempt to bring the immersive attraction to several locations outside the United States, The VOID hyper-reality experience has partnered with UAE-based holding company Meraas to open a brand new location right in the heart of the beautiful city of Dubai later this week. The mixed reality park opens its second location in the city built on sand.
VRScout
MARCH 26, 2018
This is an opportunity to help transform the UAE from a technology consumer to a technology creator, incubating expertise for a new global industry, in line with the UAE’s Vision 2021.”. How the ‘Golden City’ is embracing emerging tech and fast becoming a hub for VR. It’s a truism among VR creators that the best use of the medium is to allow you to do things that are either impossible or extremely difficult to experience in real life.
VirtualiTeach
JULY 21, 2018
Next up you have to locate the UAE Space Agency (the project is aligned with the UAE’s Mars Initiative) and the oxygen you now need quite urgently. Two weeks ago I returned to GESS Dubai for my seventh year and delivered a set of presentations on the theme of VR in education. In the lead up to the event I heard that a local company called Alef Education would be showcasing a virtual reality Journey to Mars experience.
Peter Graham
JULY 15, 2019
Expansion plans may also be on the cards as The VOID currently runs 11 locations worldwide, with six in the US, three in Canada, one in Malaysia and one in the UAE. Location-based entertainment (LBE) company The VOID has some of the most well known virtual reality (VR) arcade franchises at its worldwide locations including Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire and Ralph Breaks VR.
VirtualiTeach
MAY 5, 2018
I was invited to take part in a panel discussion focusing on the intersection between VR and the Internet of Things alongside some excellent people: Shujat Mirza is the UAE Chapter President of the VRAR Association and someone that I have known for a number of years since his time at local AR startup Pixelbug. The panel covered a range of topics from VR adoption rates in the UAE, barriers to the mass adoption of VR and how VR is transforming our respective industries.
XR for Business Podcast
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
It's only, I think four years or three years younger than the UAE as a country. So I started doing some where I would deliver presentations, normally virtual re-enactments of presentations that I was doing locally here in the UAE or across the Middle East region events. That being said, I mean, at least here in the UAE, what I'm seeing is more and more schools dipping their toes in the water. It's only, I think four years or three years younger than the UAE as a country.
VRWorld
OCTOBER 8, 2017
Teachers in the Middle East , Egypt and UAE have shown a particularly keen interest and they are “very passionate” about using this technology. Robot classroom assistants and virtual reality learning could see “celebrity teachers” make millions, experts claim. Technology is set to play a vital role in helping the 263 million children globally who are not in school, delegates at the annual Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC) heard.
VirtualiTeach
JULY 8, 2018
Living in a Muslim country like the UAE means that the Holy Month of Ramadan has special significance. Using the Expeditions app, their teachers were able to guide them on a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi – the largest mosque in the UAE. The 2017-18 academic year has just finished for me and it’s been a huge one for VR at JESS Dubai with countless projects taking place with students from pretty much every teaching stage.
VirtualiTeach
MAY 21, 2018
Well the thanks (make that MASSIVE thanks) goes to the wonderful Paola Paulino who recently flew into the UAE to speak at the BETT MEA event. UPDATED 25/5/18: This article has been updated below with additional information 2018 marks the next step in the evolution of VR with the launch of the first standalone headsets. The Oculus Go has just released to great fanfare and though I am yet to try it myself, I do already have a standalone VR headset.
XR for Business Podcast
DECEMBER 19, 2019
And all of these sheikhs represent family offices from different parts of the UAE. And all of these sheikhs represent family offices from different parts of the UAE. In between your regularly-scheduled XR for Businesses episodes, Alan has a brief update and recap of his recent trip to the Ritossa Family Office Summit in Dubai. Hey there, it's Alan Smithson with the XR for Business Podcast.
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