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#151888 9-Sep-2014 10:25
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So in case you guys didn't see this today

http://nzgamer.com/news/8125/digital-nationz-will-have-20-oculus-rifts.html

We're supporting Digital Nationz and the Media Design School and creating an awesome Oculus Rift (DK2) experience which is going to blow your balls off. (or, if you don't have balls, something else).  

Get in and get your tickets now!

"Digital Nationz (DNZ) 2014 will have the biggest virtual reality showcase New Zealand has seen, with Media Design School and Bigpipe Broadband teaming up to bring 20 Oculus Rift SDK2 headsets to the show.

 

The Oculus Rift Software Development Kit 2 (SDK2) is the latest version of a virtual reality headset that has garnered enough attention that the company developing it, Oculus VR, was purchased by Facebook earlier this year. A consumer version is still a while away, but the SDK2 still managed to blow the mind of NZGamer.com writer Reagan Morris at E3 - even though he's had the first version for over a year.

 

“I can’t wait to see what Media Design School and Bigpipe Broadband have in store for us! We are very fortunate to have their support at DNZ this year because this wouldn’t have been possible without them,” said Peter Hall, event manager for Digital Nationz. “Virtual Reality is one of the most interesting and engaging technologies currently being developed, and for our installation to be twice the size as what we did last year is staggering.”

 

Among the Oculus Rift demonstrations at DNZ will be a space trucker game developed by Media Design School, in which players have to safely fly a cargo ship through hostile territory.

 

As well as the Oculus Rift, Digital Nationz will feature Techincal Illusions' CastAR glasses for the first time in New Zealand. The augmented reality headset projects digital images onto the wearer's field of vision, allowing the display of game-like heads up displays and holographic visuals.

 

Digital Nationz 2014 takes place from September 27 to 28 at the Vector Arena in Auckland, combined with the Gizmos, Gadgets, and Technology Show. For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit the Digital Nationz website."




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  #1124910 9-Sep-2014 11:40
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The DK1 was amazing, the DK2 is likely superb.  I've read so much about VR, Oculus and Morpheus, it's the dawn of a new era.

Sadly I'm not in Auckland otherwise I'd definitely attend. So jealous.  

Geekzoners if you haven't tried the Oculus I thoroughly recommend getting along and giving it a go.



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  #1125070 9-Sep-2014 14:26
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yeah, can't wait.  I;ve played on the DK1, but the DK2 seems a different experience altogether.  They are currently at customs just waiting to arrive!

We've got some fun stuff planned to experience the DK2 - games and activities, and then of course we'll need to do something with our kits after the expo (less one that we will keep of course!) 




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  #1125080 9-Sep-2014 14:36
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OMG stop it.  I'm so envious!

I had access to a DK1 for a few months and aside from the technical limitations it was still an incredible experience.  I set it up at work and had people on the Rift Coaster and in Dreadhalls - it was an absolute blast.  Half the fun is watching other people experience VR for the first time.

I'm dead keen to get my hands on a DK2.  I think BigPipe should do another logo competition and give the DK2's away to lucky geekzoners (god lives a trier :-)



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  #1125108 9-Sep-2014 15:25
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im constantly surprised and impressed by things bigpipe does...

Once again, they have caught me with something left field i did not expect to see.




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  #1125214 9-Sep-2014 17:52
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BigMal: OMG stop it.  I'm so envious!

I had access to a DK1 for a few months and aside from the technical limitations it was still an incredible experience.  I set it up at work and had people on the Rift Coaster and in Dreadhalls - it was an absolute blast.  Half the fun is watching other people experience VR for the first time.

I'm dead keen to get my hands on a DK2.  I think BigPipe should do another logo competition and give the DK2's away to lucky geekzoners (god lives a trier :-)


maybe we will do something like that.  Haven't decided yet :)




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  #1125218 9-Sep-2014 18:00
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Ooooooo, more fun!




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  #1126401 11-Sep-2014 11:16
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well, look what arrived at Bigpipe Plaza today







I haven't been this excited for quite a while.





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  #1126443 11-Sep-2014 12:08
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BigPipeNZ: well, look what arrived at Bigpipe Plaza today







I haven't been this excited for quite a while.



ooooooo can I come over!?




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  #1142829 27-Sep-2014 21:59
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10/10 coolest thing there. 




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  #1142856 27-Sep-2014 22:45
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Hi BigPipe. Can i be your best buddy? DM me your mobile number and we can hang out ;-)

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