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Launching Android XR has been one of my favorite projects yet at Google. Android XR is our newest platform built for extended reality—the next generation of computing. It’ll power a wide range of devices, from headsets to glasses, created by our ecosystem of device makers. We’re also offering developers a brand-new SDK to start building cool and helpful experiences for headsets, using familiar Android tools and open standards. I’m so proud of the story we built to share this vision with the world. Crafting that narrative was an epic journey in itself—countless rounds of refining every single detail to get to something that feels truly compelling and we're proud of. Here’s our blog to learn more about what Android XR can do - https://lnkd.in/gxXzJfVK

🚀 Exploring Extended Reality (XR) Development on Android 🌐 The future of immersive technology is here, and Android is making it easier than ever for developers to build cutting-edge XR applications! Whether you're diving into Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), or Mixed Reality (MR), Android's XR development tools provide the foundation for creating unforgettable experiences. 🎮✨ 💡 Key Highlights: ARCore Compatibility: Integrate features like plane detection and environmental tracking seamlessly. Optimized Performance: Ensure smooth and responsive XR experiences across Android devices. Simplified Development: Focus on creativity with tools that reduce XR development complexity. 📌 Why It Matters: XR is reshaping industries like gaming, education, and healthcare. The Android XR SDK empowers developers to deliver scalable, high-performance experiences to a global audience. Are you working on XR projects? Let’s discuss in the comments! 🚀 #AndroidXR #AR #VR #MixedReality #AndroidDevelopment

Android XR Accesses AI and Huge App Library ⊲ PhoneArena ⊳ In a recent hands-on video, Marques Brownlee explores Samsung and Google's collaborative XR headset (aka Project Moohan), designed to rival Apple's Vision Pro. The device operates on Android XR, providing access to the extensive Google Play Store, thereby supporting a vast array of applications. Notably, it integrates Google's Gemini AI, enabling conversational interactions and efficient navigation through settings and apps. The headset employs hand tracking for user input and features a user interface with horizontally arranged app icons.⊲ Image - Marques Brownlee ⊳ https://lnkd.in/ewaKbUwy

When Google Glass was first announced in 2013, I bought it with my own money and thought to myself, “It will take 10 years.” The display technology was limited, but the software, voice recognition, was also limited. In other words, the concept was good, but the underlying technology was too weak. Recently, Google announced Android XR. If you watch the video, the concept is nothing new. It's just a matter of who can take a concept that's been around for a decade and make it concrete and easy for the consumer to use. Now, Android XR talks about XR, which is a combination of VR/AR, but I still believe that XR is essentially AR, so the key element of AR is machine vision, and given the hardware architecture of Glass, the convenience of the voice interface is key.  These two elements, the computer's ability to “see” and the ability to “talk”, are AI, and now that AI has advanced to the point where it can make these concepts a reality, I think we can start to see true AR glasses in less than three years. In other words, as a futurist, I predict that the market for full-fledged AR glasses will begin to open up in 2027 because of advances in AI. https://lnkd.in/gSSrY_pA

Google’s recent unveiling of its AI-powered smart glasses, integrated with the Gemini 2.0 model, marks a significant leap in the realm of extended reality (XR). This innovation is set to revolutionize sectors such as healthcare, engineering, and business by providing real-time, context-aware information through a seamless, multimodal interface. The collaboration between Google, Samsung, and Qualcomm has been instrumental in bringing this vision to fruition. Samsung’s upcoming mixed-reality headset, codenamed Project Moohan, is slated for release in 2025 and will operate on Google’s Android XR platform. This partnership exemplifies how collective efforts can drive technological advancements that benefit humanity. The integration of DeepMind’s Project Astra into these devices enhances their capabilities, enabling them to process and respond to text, audio, and video inputs in real time. This advancement opens up myriad applications, from assisting medical professionals with instant data retrieval to providing engineers with on-site, hands-free access to schematics, thereby streamlining workflows and improving efficiency. As we stand on the cusp of this technological evolution, it’s evident that such progress is the result of collaborative innovation. By working together, we can harness these tools to address complex challenges and create solutions that elevate the human experience. Congratulations to Google and its partners for this remarkable achievement. This milestone underscores the power of partnership in driving progress and serves as a testament to what we can accomplish when we unite towards a common goal. Goodbye CHATGPT Hello GEMINI XR. #health Google DeepMind #AI #chatgpt #AIglasses #apple #nvidia Samsung Electronics #AIAR https://lnkd.in/gqyHwYN3

🚀 New Article! In case you missed my recent posts about Google's #AndroidXR and what it means for the XR Designers & Developers. 🎨 So, you've generated AI videos and images? That's cute, I did too! But the Fusion of AI with XR gonna do even more for humanity and revolutionize our lives! 🤖 Google is doing just that, turning AI from a fun toy into a pragmatic assistant for daily life through AIXR & wearables! "AI is a feature, not a product" - The Wired. 😎 The competition with Apple & Meta just got even more exciting. Not only in XR, but also in AI! Taking AI from a fun toy into a real-world companion with AIXR wearables. --- Let me know if you found it useful, and please share it with your network. Follow me for more news and insights on: #XR, #AI, #UX, #UI, and more! #SamsungXR #AndroidXR #Google #GoogleXR #XRHeadset #SpatialComputing #ImmersiveTech #ARVR #MixedReality #SnapdragonXR2 #FutureTech #AIInXR #XRInnovation #VirtualReality #AugmentedReality #Samsung2025 #NextGenXR #ux #ui #hci #XR #mr #ar #vr #AI #AIXR #XRAI

Ever think how AI will become a practical part of your day? Android XR is Google's vision. With Meta, and the likes of Apple also investing heavily in the route it seems inevitable. Practical use could be questions on network support, electrical work, facilities support, hanging a shelf or integrated realtime translation. And that just scratches the surface. Have a look. Currently also testing some Practical ideas, and will share more in time. https://lnkd.in/ddc3JBxk

🤔 Back in 2017, I remember using Google Glass during user tests for warehouse automation and order picking processes 😎. Today, with the tremendous advancements in speech recognition and LLMs, smart glasses feel closer to mainstream adoption than ever before. Exciting times ahead! 👇 https://lnkd.in/ew5x2Zyp 🔥 Follow me to learn about AI from a tech and business perspective 🪄👀 #XR #llms #Gemini

Android XR will revolutionize the business game? Probably it will. Here is why: 1/ Google is integrating XR with Gemini AI 2/ Most companies were waiting for this OS 3/ More companies will release their AR glasses 4/ More people will start using and purchase with XR 5/ This will seamlessly integrate with all Android world We are entering an era where everyone will have their assistant! People will be immersed in their own world even more than they are now. This is scary, but exciting from the other side! Will this release see many more XR glasses in 2025?

One of my favorite analysts to read with a fantastic and insightful review of Google's big XR announcement. A lot to pick through including how seamless the Gemini integration is, but as always, the bottom line is how quickly and robustly the Android devloper ecosystem will be supported and enabled to grow. Google Blends Its AI With XR To Build The Android XR Spatial OS https://lnkd.in/eW-UWXwk?