The iDome was a fantastic piece of equipment that we came across at the show. It is being deveoped single handedly by a man called John Nilsson. The model on display was a prototype he had developed and was invited to showcase it on Intel's floor space as he couldnt get a booth of his own. I must say that the iDome did generate a lot of interest in the public there, especially fans of FPS games. It is a simple and effective way to get immersed into the environment and i am surprised that no one had thought of it before. The picture on the left shows how and why. John stated that it will be ready for commercial production next year, depending on investors really. Currently only limited edition ones are being sold (hand made) for around €2500 !
However, expect costs to come down to €500 once it goes commercial.
Another cool stall we visited was called Alugraphics. These guys do aluminium mouse pads with a smooth surface and can print a print of your choice onto it as well. Prices are pretty reasonable and the quality of the product is amazing. I have recently acquired an Xactmat from Razer and it is very good. Having seen Alugraphic at work, i can say that they will easily be at the top of many people's wish list. They even do aluminium visiting cards; now isn't that great !
Another great thing to come across was a service that did 3D models out of pictures. They had done a life like model of Crysis' protagonist in a nano suit. On display were other sculpted models and we learned, to our amazement, that they were created based on real people's pictures !
However, expect costs to come down to €500 once it goes commercial.
Another cool stall we visited was called Alugraphics. These guys do aluminium mouse pads with a smooth surface and can print a print of your choice onto it as well. Prices are pretty reasonable and the quality of the product is amazing. I have recently acquired an Xactmat from Razer and it is very good. Having seen Alugraphic at work, i can say that they will easily be at the top of many people's wish list. They even do aluminium visiting cards; now isn't that great !
Another great thing to come across was a service that did 3D models out of pictures. They had done a life like model of Crysis' protagonist in a nano suit. On display were other sculpted models and we learned, to our amazement, that they were created based on real people's pictures !
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