Telefónica has made a significant impact on the gaming industry with the introduction of the Telefónica Edge Haptic Arena, a revolutionary gaming concept unveiled at the ongoing Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. This groundbreaking initiative seamlessly combines immersive Extended Reality (XR) technologies, haptic technology, high-speed fibre networks, cloud rendering, and the Unreal 5 graphics engine to deliver an unparalleled virtual gaming experience.
In the Telefónica Edge Haptic Arena, participants are transported into a futuristic world where they engage in fast-paced, high-definition virtual battles. Real-time interaction between players is made possible through low-latency communication, allowing for accurate and responsive gameplay. Haptic technology further enhances the experience, enabling players to ‘feel’ the impact of the virtual environment through specially designed vests that transmit realistic sensations. Additionally, an external player station adds an extra layer of excitement, intensifying the gaming experience for all participants.
This ambitious project represents a significant milestone in immersive technology, particularly due to the demanding nature of the interactivity required between players. Telefónica’s network capacity has played a crucial role in achieving the minimum latency necessary for the success of this project.
The use of immersive solutions, combined with low-latency communications and Edge Computing centers, offers numerous advantages, including the ability to generate exceptionally high-quality XR experiences and reduce the complexity of XR devices and their battery consumption. Furthermore, this emerging technology has the potential to facilitate the development of increasingly immersive and higher quality solutions, not only for gaming and eSports but also for applications in education, entertainment, emergency and security training, health training, and immersive rehabilitation therapies.
In the development of the Telefónica Edge Haptic Arena, Telefónica has partnered with the Spanish startup, Extendra, known for its innovative and hyperrealistic applications that seamlessly integrate cutting-edge technology, including haptics, IoT sensors, blockchain, and artificial intelligence.
Leonor Ostos, the Innovation Manager at Telefónica Spain, highlighted the immense possibilities that the generation of XR experiences from the network can offer, transcending the computational limitations of devices and significantly enhancing the quality of immersive experiences – all made possible by the low latency provided by Telefónica’s network.
The Telefónica Edge Haptic Arena is just one of the demonstrations presented by the company at the MWC booth, showcasing its unparalleled value proposition based on ultra-fast networks and innovative technology solutions.
For more information on Telefónica’s demonstration at MWC 2024, please visit their official website.
In summary, Telefónica’s groundbreaking integration of haptic technology in immersive experiences represents a seismic shift in the gaming and XR industry. This remarkable innovation not only sets a new standard for virtual gaming experiences but also paves the way for developments in various sectors, opening up a world of possibilities for the future of immersive technology.
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