Tech Farm develops user interface design and app for NTT ConoQ Devices’ XR glasses “MiRZA”
*Tech Farm Holdings Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 9, 2024
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Tech Farm develops user interface design and app for NTT ConoQ Devices’ XR glasses “MiRZA”
*Achieving optimization for new uses and usage scenes of XR devices* Tech Farm Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, CEO: Shingo Chihara, hereinafter referred to as “Tech Farm”), which handles ICT solutions business, announced today that it is NTT Corporation.
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I was in charge of the UI design of the XR glasses “MiRZA” announced by Devices (hereinafter referred to as “NTT ConoQ Devices”) and the development of the smartphone app that serves as the operation controller. It is also intended for use on the go, and covers both business and general consumer use. The knowledge of a tech firm that has been responsible for software development for new mobile devices for a long time and has actively entered the 3D/XR field will be utilized to “provide new value” that sets it apart from conventional XR devices. I am.
* World’s first XR glasses equipped with AR2 that wirelessly connect to smartphones “MiRZA” *
“JAPAN”, which uses a glasses-shaped design and is lightweight and compact. “MADE” XR glasses. Operated by wirelessly connecting to a smartphone, the lens acts as a transparent display. The camera mounted on the front allows you to create Vlogs. Equipped with a 6DoF compatible sensor, it has a wide range of This device is expected to be used in various situations and provide a variety of services.
Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Qualcomm) chipset Snapdragon(R) AR2 Gen The XR glasses are the world’s first* wireless model to be equipped with AR2, which allows software processing within the glasses to be distributed, as well as communication between smartphones and Bluetooth.
/ Wi-Fi communication is possible.
URL: * https://www.devices.nttqonoq.com/mirza/xrd-t01/*
* According to research by ConoQ Devices (as of June 2024) For AR2, please see here.
https://www.qualcomm.com/products/mobile/snapdragon/xr-vr-ar/snapdragon-ar2-gen-1-platform * For business use, you can work on the go or while on the move. Software development with usage scenarios in mind*
This device, which has wireless connectivity and is easy to attach and detach, is designed to be used on the go, unlike conventional XR devices that are mainly used for entertainment content. Multiple apps on your smartphone can be displayed on the glass at the same time*, allowing you to work on the go or while on the go without being seen by people around you. In addition, since it is equipped with a camera, microphone, and speaker, you can use the glass to do things that were traditionally done with a smartphone, such as taking pictures and making calls. Based on the usage scenarios and characteristics of these devices, Tech Farm has developed the following software. *Compatible models: AQUOS R9 (at the time of release) NTT Docomo SH-51E (Other compatible models will be released in due course) * [User interface design] *
This device uses a smartphone as a control terminal (controller). We designed the user interface and developed the operation app so that you can smoothly operate it on your smartphone even when you are out and about.
* [Development of smartphone app for glasses] *
This device has achieved the following main functions.
・Browser window (allows access to external websites)
・Still image shooting with camera
・Screen capture inside the glass
・Weather information display
・Calendar information display
・Display notifications
* [Using “Snapdragon(R) Spaces XR platform” for development]* This software development environment includes Qualcomm’s XR development platform “Snapdragon Spaces
platform” is adopted. Thanks to Tech Farm’s technology, we were also able to develop apps using the same platform.
*Tech firm initiatives in mobile and XR technology*
Since its founding in 1998, Tech Farm Group has been involved in creating world-first and Japan-first services with the mission of leading industrial transformation with cutting-edge technology and creativity. We have accumulated experience and know-how in ICT utilization in a wide variety of industries since the early days of mobile, including participating in system development at the launch of NTT Docomo’s i-mode, the world’s first mobile Internet service. While providing ICT solutions, we have also established a unique business model that allows us to transform industries.
In recent years, we have focused on cutting-edge technologies such as 3D/XR, AI, and metaverse utilization, supporting digital
transformation in a wide range of industries. This device reflects the unique experience of a tech firm that has participated in development over a long period of time with cutting-edge technology in line with the growth of devices.
* -Reference-Galaxies: A startup working on cutting-edge development and social implementation of VR and AI*
Galaxy’s Co., Ltd., one of the tech firm groups, has many physicists with Ph.D.s, and its strength is in quickly putting the latest AI models and VR technology into practical use. In 2019, we became a group company of Tech Farm Holdings, and our knowledge is utilized throughout the group.
https://www.galaxies.co.jp/
* [NTT ConoQ Device Co., Ltd.] *
Representative Director and President: Kiyotaka Hori
Location: 7th floor, Sanno Park Tower, 2-11-1 Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo HP: https://www.devices.nttqonoq.com/
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On April 3, 2018, we started business as a joint venture between NTT ConoQ Corporation and Sharp Corporation to develop and provide innovative devices that enhance compatibility with ConoQ XR services. We provide new value of XR with the aim of developing and
disseminating XR devices to realize a “new” era where the real and virtual are fused.
* [Tech Farm Co., Ltd.] *
Company name: Tech Farm Co., Ltd.
Address: 23F, Tokyo Opera City Tower, 3-20-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Representative: Shingo Chihara, President and CEO
Established in 2015
Capital: 100 million yen (as of the end of June 2024)
URL https://www.techfirm.co.jp/
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