Virtual and augmented reality is usually considered in terms of its visual impact, but the Fields app shows that the technology can be just as multisensory as life itself. The Fields app is a sonic augmented reality app that allows users to listen to handmade three-dimensional soundscapes and even build their own.
In the same way that virtual reality painting programs let users draw on the air and craft digital sculptures, the Fields app's interface lets users paint soundscapes. Users can capture sounds using their microphone, upload those sounds into the app's library, and then place those sounds around any augmented reality space. The app gives a visual representation of where each sound exists while building, but users can remove those visual cues on the finished product to make for a completely auditory experience.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Multisensory AR
- The Fields app demonstrates the potential for virtual and augmented reality to provide a multisensory experience beyond just visuals.
- Sonic Augmented Reality
- The Fields app introduces the concept of sonic augmented reality, allowing users to interact with and create three-dimensional soundscapes.
- AR Sound Design
- The Fields app opens up opportunities for creating immersive sound designs in augmented reality spaces.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Entertainment
- The Fields app can revolutionize the entertainment industry by providing immersive and interactive sound experiences through augmented reality.
- Art and Design
- The Fields app offers new possibilities for artists and designers to incorporate sonic elements into their augmented reality creations.
- Technology
- The Fields app illustrates the potential for further advancements in augmented reality technology, specifically in the field of sound manipulation and spatial audio.
