The National Aeronautics and Space Administration has launched a spectacular new NASA app that is designed to make it easier than ever for space enthusiasts of all ages to engage with the latest missions, updates, news and imagery arising from NASA's wide array of exploration missions.
The app offers livestreaming of NASA TV so that users can constantly watch the latest coverage arising out of the space agency. However, rather than simply broadcasting news of earthly endeavors, the app also offers live views of the planet from the International Space Station, while also offering constantly updated lists and location updates of the International Space Station.
For lovers of space photography, the NASA app offers the possibility of viewing and downloading the latest NASA photos as well as videos.
Finally, the app also offers augmented reality (AR) models of NASA orbiters and missions, giving viewers an unparalleled degree of immersion into the space agency's workings and activities.
Image Credit: NASA
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Augmented Reality Mission Models
- Opportunity for app developers to create AR models of unmanned missions for educational and entertainment purposes.
- Live Streaming Educational Apps
- Opportunity for edtech startups to create live streaming apps for educational purposes in order to bring immersive learning experiences to students.
- Virtual Reality Space Tourism
- Opportunity for travel companies to innovate by creating new virtual reality platforms to give people the opportunity to experience space tourism outside of physical space travel.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Edtech
- EdTech companies can tap into live streaming educational apps to enhance student learning and engagement, making education more accessible to students.
- Travel
- Travel companies can use emerging technologies like Virtual Reality to allow travelers to experience new destinations without being there, unlocking new revenue streams and providing innovative travel experiences.
- Software Development
- App developers can create Augmented Reality models of missions and offer them for both educational and entertainment purposes, opening up new opportunities for software development companies.
