Mixed Reality combines elements of virtual and augmented reality with the real world, to produce unique immersive experiences. Innovators in the MR space have already begun exploring ways to use state-of-the-art technology to power digital teleportation, holograms, and more.
While somewhat less commonplace in the current world than VR or AR, Mixed Reality (MR) is gaining increasing attention in the immersive landscape. This technology promises to play an interesting role in the development of new concepts, such as the metaverse. What’s more, it’s currently experiencing a CAGR of approximately 42.28%, higher than many other tech innovations.
One of the best ways to stay on the cutting edge of the MR landscape, is by attending insightful events and conferences. Here are some of the best MR events worth checking out in 2023.
1. IEEE VR+3D User Interfaces
March 25-29th, Shanghai
Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023, the IEEE VR and 3D user interface conference offers a behind-the-scenes insight into all-things extended reality. Sponsored by leading technology vendors like Qualcomm and Unity, the IEEE conference gives attendees an exclusive opportunity to explore some of the latest developments in the immersive space, across VR, AR, and MR.
Alongside incredible speaker sessions, participants can take part in various tutorials and workshops to learn more about how MR concepts work. Users can also attend demonstration sessions to discover how exciting metaverse concepts like digital twins and RT3D work.
2. Laval Virtual
April 12-6th, France
Laval Virtual, hosted in Laval, France, is a conference specially targeted at technology enthusiasts and experts in the immersive world. The event looks at all components of extended reality, from RT3D development, to AR, VR, and MR. Each year, around 10,000 attendees flock to the conference to hear from market-leading brands and business leaders, and test out new products in the XR space.
This year’s event promises to be a fantastic opportunity to network, grow, and learn. Companies like Microsoft, Accenture and Ubisoft will be sharing their insights on the evolving extended reality ecosystem, and the new technologies being released.
3. Augmented Enterprise Summit
October 24-26th, Texas
One of the longest-running and most comprehensive events committed to extended reality, the Augmented Enterprise Summit provides insights into the evolving world of AR, VR, and MR, from thought leaders from across the landscape. Speaker sessions and keynotes will introduce enterprises and attendees to practical insights for adopting immersive technology.
Alongside opportunities to test out the latest technology from technology experts, attendees will also be able to learn more about how leading companies like Walmart and Pepsico are powering their digital transformation strategies with XR. The event will also cover various interesting topics ranging from the metaverse, to wearables and digital twins.
4. Microsoft Ignite
November, 2023
Microsoft is currently one of the market leaders leading the way to the future of Mixed Reality, with its innovative HoloLens headsets. The Ignite conference, taking place once a year, is an opportunity for vendors, buyers, and customers to learn more about the latest tools and technologies emerging in the Microsoft ecosystem.
Last year, Microsoft’s Ignite event provided a behind-the-scenes look at the emergence of the Industrial metaverse, and provided a host of useful insights and training options for people looking to learn more about the Microsoft environment. It’s definitely worth checking this event out this year for more news on what’s to come from Microsoft’s MR roadmap.
