Reframing the Familiar - Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality
Event description
Millions are being invested in Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality technologies by companies such as Apple and Facebook. But what does it look like in Aotearoa? Who is using this technology and what is it being used for?
Join some of Wellington's leading pioneers for a series of lightning talks and demos to see how these technologies are pushing the boundaries of different industries.
Lighting Talks will take place from 2:00 - 4:30 pm in Lecture Theatre 1 (LT1) with Demos in the Atrium from 2:00 - 6:00 pm.
Our speakers cover a diverse range of industries to give you a taste of the ways these technologies are being used in Aotearoa.
- Patrick Savil - 8I
- Tane Moleta - Senior Lecturer, Wellington School of Architecture
- Matt Randell - Digital Engineering Lead, Aurecon
- Ann Cronin - Principal, Organisational Learning, New Zealand Police
- James Everett - Co-Founder. NZXR Ltd
- Sean Audain - City Innovation Leader, Wellington City Council
Following the speaker presentations experience the technology for yourself! with demos by:
- Digitial VR Architecture, DARA
- Whakakitenga VR Flim, Wiremu Grace, Miriam Ross, Paul Wolffram
- Marae VR Experience, Te Auaha
- Story Lines AR Experience, NZXR
Light refreshments and catering will be served in Atrium following the speaker presentations. This event is FREE and open to all but please register your interest for catering and health & safety purposes.
This event is organised by FLINT. FLINT connects and empowers those who aspire to be the leaders of New Zealand’s digital future. We bring people together to help develop meaningful connections and for ongoing professional and personal empowerment as leaders. FLINT is a programme of TUANZ. We host events regularly to inspire young professionals who aspire to live into their potential.