Artemis Mission: Apple Immersive at launch to the moon
For the first time, a human crew is heading back to Earth's moon. Vision Pro users can dive in virtually, at least reliving the launch.
Artemis-2 launch with URSA camera: Filmed for Vision Pro.
(Image: Cosmic Perspective)
Although the crew of the Artemis 2 mission unfortunately does not have any Blackmagic stereoscopic cameras with them on their current journey to the moon. However, thanks to cooperation with the company Cosmic Perspective, there will at least be a high-resolution 3D video of the launch for Apple Immersive Video. This was confirmed by the company, which specializes in filming space missions, according to Apple Insider.
URSA cameras from Blackmagic Design
On X, a video showed how the first Blackmagic cameras were set up. These are apparently the URSA Cine Immersive devices costing 30,000 US dollars. They had just placed a “first round” of Artemis cameras. However, more were to be set up. Cosmic Perspective is working with NASA, so it has access to special areas.
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It is not yet clear when the 180-degree recordings will be available. Apple itself has not yet provided any information. In addition to spatial video, 3D audio recordings were also made, it was said. This is intended to make it possible to retrace the Artemis 2 launch as realistically as possible. The mission lasts a total of 10 days and, for the first time in decades, will take people around the moon again.
Basketball also live in 180 degrees
Apple has been trying for a long time to attract users to its Vision Pro via its Apple Immersive Video format. The URSA records at 8160 x 7200 pixels per eye and a refresh rate of 90 fps. Apple primarily distributes short films, including those of spectacular climbing tours, parkour events, animal recordings, and more. Most recently, the company had also begun to broadcast L.A. Lakers basketball games. However, there are not yet any full-length feature films in Apple Immersive Video.
The Apple Immersive Video films can be found via the TV app on the headset. They are available free of charge. 3D films of full length can also be purchased via Apple's film store. However, these have a significantly lower resolution than the 8K offered by Apple Immersive Video. The Vision Pro is still looking for a “killer app.” Watching movies is considered one of the most popular applications. The headset is still only distributed by Apple itself and costs at least 3700 euros.
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