Photosynth & Virtual Worlds

June 13, 2007 @ 02:03 AM | posted by carmelyne

(last updated: 06.19.07)

If you're a fan of the tv show Star Trek: The Next Generation and remember those episodes where they simulate worlds virtually in their cabins, then you should check out Photosynth. I feel like this is the start. Seamlessly patch all images to create some 3d-ish environment. Give or take 5-10 years or maybe sooner, we can all step into our virtual domains.

Check out Blaise Aguera y Arcas' demo of Photosynth on TED: www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/129

Download the windows demo: http://labs.live.com/photosynth/installing.htm.

[ Last updated: June 19, 2007 @ 03:54 PM ]

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