Spatial Computing Horizons: Impact of Augmented Reality - Interview with Alastair Reynolds

Welcome back to The Cyberdelic Podcast!

In today's deep dive, we're navigating the intricate dance between technology and humanity with the renowned science fiction author-scientist Alastair Reynolds and our own Nils Pihl.

Together, they delve into the profound implications of augmented reality as portrayed in Alastair’s narratives and the looming Vision Pro revolution on the horizon. They share concerns about AR’s potential to distort reality and deceive us, leading to disconnection, but also acknowledge its transformative capabilities for authentic communication on a level never before experienced.

They tackle the existential challenges posed by our universe's relative positioning and the wonders of computational astronomy.

The conversation serves as a reminder of technology's dual nature and the importance of harnessing its potential responsibly.

Let's explore, question, and shape our digital future together. 

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Alastair Reynolds’ recommendations:
- Rick Beato, multi-instrumentalist, music producer and educator: https://www.youtube.com/@RickBeato

- Ward Carroll, veteran F-14 Tomcat radar intercept officer, writer, and military storyteller: https://www.youtube.com/@WardCarroll

- M3GAN Trailer: https://youtu.be/OoDHM_A1axc

- Freedom Fry, a French/American folk duo: https://youtu.be/cmE7-5Zx9gM

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