Virtual Reality Book Overlays

fiannaFailMan writes "The Magic Book is a technology that allows a user to look through a handheld viewer with a built-in camera and see 3-dimensional models as if they float above the book. The software is clever enough to keep track of where the page is, so if you move the book, the model moves with it. One application is displaying content telling the story of the America's Cup. You can download the application and use your own webcam to view this, minus the 3D effect of course."

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3D is better for the eyes

[base_chakra]

I don't think anyone commenting truly understands the possibilities that will be available when 3 dimensional screens

To say nothing of the physiological impact. In the human eye, rods outnumber cones by a huge margin; but we rely more on cones when focusing on bright 2D surfaces, like a computer screen. Therefore, some physicians believe that prolonged and repeated computer work disadvantages the eye over time because of the underutilization of rod cells. I can't confirm that specific theory, but I certainly believe that our eyes will find some relief in holographic displays.