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Google Beam 3D conferencing tech deployed to 20 USO locations

Google is deploying its Beam 3D video conferencing technology to 20 United Service Organizations (USO) locations globally. This initiative aims to help active military members connect with their families through lifelike 3D holographic projections. The technology, previously known as Project Starline, uses multiple cameras and AI to create a realistic sense of presence, as demonstrated in a successful pilot program connecting Texas and Poland. AI

IMPACT Enhances family connections for military personnel through advanced holographic communication.

RANK_REASON Deployment of an existing AI-adjacent technology to a new set of locations.

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Google Beam 3D conferencing tech deployed to 20 USO locations

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Lawrence Bonk) ·

    Google Beam is being deployed at 20 USO locations

    This is the company's impressive 3D video conferencing tech.