Hologram firm Looking Glass has expanded its product range with the debut of new 16- and 32-inch spatial displays, which enable 3D group imaging without the need for clunky headsets like the Apple Vision Pro.
The displays take the concept of extended reality or immersive XR one step further than before, and are aimed at professionals who need high-tech visualization tools for the development and display of interactive 3D digital content.
The company recently announced Looking Glass Go, a smartphone-sized display that uses the power of an artificial intelligence algorithm to convert static photos into 3D spatial photos and generate interactive holograms for ChatGPT. Looking Glass says that while the Go is designed to turn your 2D photos into 3D memories, the larger screens are aimed at XR developers and professionals in design, engineering, education, research and healthcare.
Expanding the limits of digital expression
“We have seen many industries and individuals benefit from our group viewable spatial displays,” said Shawn Frayne, co-founder and CEO of Looking Glass. “Creatives pushing the boundaries of digital expression. Design studios creating the next generation of products. Museums bringing artifacts back to life. Marketers creating magical, immersive brand moments. Medical students learning hands-on realistic anatomy. Researchers investigating cellular drug therapies. Everywhere, companies are creating a new generation of XR experiences using Looking Glass displays and the new 16- and 32-inch displays will only enhance their ability to do so.”
Features of the new larger displays include multiple display options, support for multiple media, support for sensor peripherals that enable touchless gesture control, and a comprehensive software package that supports plugins for Unity, Unreal, Blender, and WebXR. plus a 3D model importer and a powerful Software Development Kit for creating custom 3D and holographic content.
These screens can be used in portrait or landscape orientation and Looking Glass says their slim design means they can be mounted on the wall.
However, the price could deter potential buyers. The starting price of the 16-inch version is $4,000, although it is currently offered for $3,000. Anyone interested in the 32-inch Space Display will need to contact Looking Glass for pricing information, so you know it's going to be very expensive.
