XR telepresence
Prepare to embark on a journey beyond the bounds of space and time—welcome to the future of XR telepresence, where distance is no longer a barrier to connection.
In this awe-inspiring future, holograms and AR bridge the gap between people separated by miles, allowing them to share intimate moments as if they were in the same room. Whether it's reuniting long-distance lovers or fostering parasocial relationships with digital personas, XR telepresence brings companionship and safety to countless Filipinos, creating bonds that transcend physical boundaries.
But the magic doesn't stop there—live concerts take on a whole new dimension as AR and VR technologies transport fans to the front row, bridging geographical gaps and bringing them closer to their favorite international artists.
Get ready to redefine connection in the Philippines—where distance is no match for the power of XR telepresence.
Sarah eagerly awaits the arrival of her long-distance lover, Carlos, who resides miles away in the States. With a soft hum, her holographic projector flickers to life, casting a lifelike image of Carlos in her living room. As they exchange laughter and stories, Sarah's heart swells with warmth, despite the physical distance between them. With every touch and shared glance, their connection transcends the limitations of space, embracing the intimacy of their bond through the marvels of holographic technology.
In the dim glow of her bedroom, Bea excitedly engages in conversation with her AI hologram of her celebrity crush, David Pangilingan. With wide-eyed admiration, she listens intently as the digital rendition of David recounts tales of his latest film shoot and muses about his upcoming projects. As they share laughter and heartfelt conversations, Bea's holographic companion mirrors David's charm and charisma, offering her a sense of connection and comfort.
Selected Quotes
And live concerts! Imagine live concerts...like Taylor Swift is in the US, but there's a way to experience it like you're right there...
...There's the possibility of exploring more interactive content in terms of comforting the self in the form of entertainment. So [it would be] parasocial, but it wouldn't deal with real people. It's like...you make Hatsune Miku a thing in the Philippines, in the form of the local celebrities that exist. And they know that people are having relationships with their personas, but they're also safe.
...I don't want a world where we're all just on like those [VR] goggles, right? But you know, finding a way to integrate AR into everyday life would be nice. Like I'm here right now, [and] maybe my soon to be [significant other] was in another country; but with holograms or with AR, they're right beside me...that would be nice...I'd really want for a way [where] even if we're far apart, I know physical touches isn't there, but just being in your presence in this room would be nice, something like that. Um And I don't know, I don't like texting that much. I'm a call person, if that surprises you. Like yeah, texting is fun, but I get so lazy, and sometimes I just want to work and be talking to someone. And you know, calls exist right now, but it hits different when you're always just like...not really always talking...but when it's really more accessible...that's why I do a lot of voice messages. But yeah, something like that, but in like a way that's on steroids.
[Technology] can give a lot of access to, for example, independent artists who put their work out there...[and don't have to be] concerned with the mainstream media. I'm more optimistic in the sense that it's easier for someone to make music or to show their talents because right now, it's happening. For example, you're an indie artist: [if] you want your audio to gain traction, [then] you can just upload it in TikTok...[get] some viewers, [so that] they can discover you, especially if you're connected with Spotify and other networks. So in 2040, I think it's gonna be better for for artists out there, along with the entertainment industry as a whole. So I can see maybe the next evolution of Netflix or how we produce this type of entertainment, baka meron lang ng better links, given that we are in the age of using AR now. At least the AR technology is getting better; at least maybe that's a potential one.
