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8i Volumetric Video Platform

8i helps organizations in entertainment, education, and retail create immersive 3D experiences. It is designed for teams that need to capture real people as holograms for streaming or VR/AR applications.
  • Other
  • Video and Animation
  • Entertainment production companies
  • Retail brands with immersive e-commerce goals
  • Educational institutions creating 3D training
  • Event organizers

Pricing

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At a glance

Best for
Entertainment production companies, Retail brands with immersive e-commerce goals, Educational institutions creating 3D training, Event organizers
Key use cases
Immersive Retail and Commerce, Educational Training, Entertainment and Music, Live Event Communication
Integrations
Unity, Unreal, WebXR, 8thWall, Maya
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How AI is used

8i is a volumetric video system that combines physical capture stages with processing software to create holograms. The platform is designed for organizations that need to record real-world subjects and deliver them as 3D assets across various digital channels.

The system supports users in the entertainment, education, and commerce sectors. It handles the pipeline from initial capture using camera arrays to the streaming of content to web browsers and headsets.

Buyers should note that this solution involves significant hardware requirements, including specialized camera stages and server blades. It is intended for professional 3D content creation.

Key Features

  • Hardware Capture Stages

    Physical stages available in Pro 2K, Pro 4K, and Pro 4K Ultimate configurations with 24 to 60 camera arrays.

  • Machine Learning Transformation

    Software that uses computer vision and machine learning to fuse multi-angle footage into volumetric video.

  • Gaia Recording Software

    Proprietary software used to manage shots, configure recording settings, and synchronize audio.

  • Volumetric Compression

    Tools designed to compress volumetric files for streaming in real time.

  • Multi-Device Streaming

    Supports publishing holograms to smartphones, tablets, desktops, and VR/MR headsets via browsers.

  • Calibration Tools

    Dedicated software and calibration boards for synchronizing camera colors and dot detection.

Use Cases

  • Immersive Retail and Commerce

    Supporting 3D product showcases where customers can view how clothing fits or how furniture looks from different angles.

  • Educational Training

    Creating simulations to help students or employees practice skills via holograms.

  • Entertainment and Music

    Capturing performances to provide viewers with a virtual front-row experience.

  • Live Event Communication

    Supporting the delivery of immersive keynotes and marketing presentations.

Integrations

  • Unity
  • Unreal
  • WebXR
  • 8thWall
  • Maya

FAQ

What is 8i and how does it work?

8i is a platform that uses hardware stages with 24-60 cameras and machine learning software to capture people as 3D holograms and stream them to devices.

What hardware is required for 8i?

It requires a physical capture stage including cameras, lighting, server blades, and calibration boards.

Can 8i holograms be viewed without a special app?

Yes, the platform supports streaming holograms via a browser to smartphones, tablets, desktops, and VR/MR headsets.

Source category: Other

Source subcategory: Video & Animation

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