Augmented World Expo 2025 is expected to draw over 6,000 attendees, 400 speakers, and 300 global exhibitors in Long Beach, California from June 10 to June 12.
Prominent speakers include Snap CEO Evan Spiegel, Atari cofounder Nolan Bushnell, and Oculus/Anduril founder Palmer Luckey.
Market researchers predict rapid growth for the XR industry till 2030 as Ori Inbar believes the XR technology is primed to enter the mainstream.
The industry is shifting its focus towards practical applications of mixed reality technology in enterprise and consumer markets.
The competition between Meta (formerly Facebook) and Apple in the XR space is intensifying, with varying emphasis on AR, AI, and mixed reality technologies.
The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers from companies like Lucasfilm, Qualcomm, Niantic, Meta, Google, Warner Records, XREAL, and more.
AWE Builders Nexus, a program for startups, will provide resources, funding opportunities, and networking platforms for entrepreneurs in the XR industry.
Companies like Pico and Convai are showcasing advanced XR technologies at the event, offering features like full-body motion tracking and AI-driven avatar solutions.
Doublepoint's technology enables gesture control for XR devices, enhancing user experience by allowing intuitive interactions with AR interfaces.
Overall, AWE 2025 promises to be a hub for groundbreaking innovations, industry insights, and networking opportunities for stakeholders in the XR ecosystem.
The event highlights the ongoing evolution and potential of XR technologies for various industries, from entertainment and gaming to education and enterprise solutions.