This year’s Thanksgiving Day parade includes a live broadcast in 360 and celebrity holograms from Verizon.
As in years past, some 8,000 people and large balloons will wind their way through Manhattan in a tradition that began in 1924. Back then, it was state-of-the-art technology.
2019 Thanksgiving Day Parade
The 2019 Thanksgiving Day parade goes beyond last year’s multistream live 360 broadcast. There will be virtual balloons that appear and disappear based on viewer feedback. And along the parade route, there will be celebrity holographic appearances. It’s all part of Verizon’s 5G initiative – though we have a way to go before 5G is anywhere near ubiquitous. You can find more details from the Verizon press release.
We’re so grateful for the wonderful VR community that has gathered around the amazing developments in VR and AR. And we’re grateful that you choose to spend part of your day with us.
Have a safe and happy holiday with family and friends!
Emory Craig is a writer, speaker, and consultant specializing in virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) with a rich background in art, new media, and higher education. A sought-after speaker at international conferences, he shares his unique insights on innovation and collaborates with universities, nonprofits, businesses, and international organizations to develop transformative initiatives in XR, AI, and digital ethics. Passionate about harnessing the potential of cutting-edge technologies, he explores the ethical ramifications of blending the real with the virtual, sparking meaningful conversations about the future of human experience in an increasingly interconnected world.