# Holographic Anime Assistants The Tencent Project S Uses AI for an Interactive Experience By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-09-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tencent-project-s References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/tencent-project-s-ai-companion-that-brings-your-anime-virtual-idol-to-life/) & [huge-design](http://www.huge-design.com/) The [Tencent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tencent-3d-one) Project S has been created as a [holographic solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagix) for animation, comics and games (ACG) users to infuse their favorite characters into their everyday lifestyle. Created in collaboration between Huge Design and Altplus Design, the device acts as a decoration in the home as well as a virtual assistant that can help with an array of different tasks. This is thanks to artificial intelligence (AI) technology that utilizes voice interaction, facial recognition and gesture recognition to let users communicate with the system. The Tencent Project S helps to bring animated characters to life by enabling dynamic expressions and even lighting effects that will dazzle users. The device speaks to the increased prominence of [virtual assistant technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prompt-3d) as consumers seek to streamline their everyday routine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Holographic Anime Assistants:** Opportunity for creating interactive and personalized virtual assistants for entertainment and lifestyle purposes using holographic technology. - **AI Technology in Virtual Assistants:** Opportunity to integrate artificial intelligence technology into virtual assistants for improved communication and personalized user experiences. - **Voice and Gesture Recognition in Virtual Assistants:** Opportunity to enhance virtual assistants with voice interaction and gesture recognition capabilities for seamless user interaction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Animation, Comics, and Games (ACG):** Opportunity for incorporating holographic solutions in the ACG industry to provide users with interactive experiences involving their favorite characters. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for integrating holographic technology in consumer electronics devices to create interactive virtual assistants. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Opportunity for AI technology providers to develop voice and gesture recognition capabilities for virtual assistants in various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holographic AI Assistant Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-holobox.md) - [Personalized AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-ai-assistant.md) - [Multi-Device AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hey-tuya.md) - [Ai Hologram Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animaview.md) - [Game-Enhancing AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nvidia-g-assist.md) - [Virtual AI Streaming Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inworld-ai-1.md) - [Customizable AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omniverse-avatar.md) - [Desktop AI Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lepro-ami.md) - [AI-Based Gaming Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-g-assist.md)