# Holographic Video Vision Laan Labs Augment Actuality Using Kinect By Deborah Kim | Published 2011-07-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laan-labs References: [labs.laan](http://labs.laan.com/wp/2011/07/3d-video-from-kinect-on-the-ipad/) & [openkinect.org](http://openkinect.org/) Apparently the folks at Laan Labs have been hard at work because they’ve created this amazing 3D Video using ‘String Augmented Reality SDK,’ showing this clip in real-time 3D video and audio. Armed with Kinect and an [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teleport-by-varjo), Laan Labs were able to create this tiny peek into the future. As a child, I always imagined that by the time I grew up, everyone would have holographic phones -- sort of like the [holographic projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-holographic-projector) they have on Star Trek. It seems that technology is getting closer to [holographic phone calls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonari-portals), which gives me hope for the flying cars and robot maids I've been waiting for. Laan Labs makes you think of the different possibilities to look forward to and alters current versions and perceptions of reality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Real-time 3D Video:** The ability to create and view real-time 3D video opens up opportunities for immersive experiences and enhanced communication. - **String Augmented Reality SDK:** The development of a string augmented reality software development kit enables new applications and experiences in various industries. - **Holographic Phone Calls:** Advancements in technology bring us closer to the possibility of holographic phone calls, revolutionizing remote communication methods. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** Real-time 3D video and string augmented reality SDK can enhance gaming, movie experiences, and virtual reality content creation. - **Education:** Real-time 3D video and string augmented reality SDK offer new possibilities for immersive learning experiences and interactive educational content. - **Communication:** The potential of holographic phone calls can significantly transform the telecommunications industry, enabling more engaging and lifelike conversations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Full-Body Hologram Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portl-epic.md) - [Meeting-Enhanced 3D Holograms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holobox.md) - [Free-Floating Holographic Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looking-glass-gen2.md) - [Real-Time Hologram Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holoport.md) - [Panoramic Holographic Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holo-panorama-x.md) - [Portable Holographic Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looking-glass-go.md) - [Advanced Video Call Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-4.md) - [HDMI-Supported Holographic Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypervsn-smartv.md) - [Augmented Reality Projection Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetop.md)