Excitement Builds for AWE 2024: What to Expect at the 15-Year Anniversary Event
The Augmented World Expo (AWE 2024) is gearing up to be the most exciting event in the extended reality community this year. With 15 years of groundbreaking events under its belt, AWE is set to celebrate its anniversary in style at Long Beach from June 18th to 20th.
AWE is not just about augmented reality; it covers all aspects of spatial computing, including VR, mixed reality, bio-interfaces, haptics, 5G, and artificial intelligence. This year, the event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with over 300 exhibitors showcasing the latest spatial computing tech, more than 6,500 attendees to connect with, and over 500 speakers sharing their insights.
One of the highlights of AWE 2024 is the improved accessibility measures, with captioning and transcription available in over 75 languages through the XRAI Glass app. This ensures that all attendees can fully participate in the event.
The agenda for AWE 2024 is jam-packed with over 200 keynotes and panels, covering a wide range of topics from AI and virtual beings to XR enablement and developer tracks. Some of the main sessions to look forward to include keynotes from industry leaders like Qualcomm, Meta, XReal, and Pico XR.
Attendees can also look forward to the XR Hall of Fame and Anniversary Museum, showcasing vintage AR and VR devices, as well as the AWE Playground, featuring unique XR experiences and innovations. The Auggie Awards ceremony will recognize innovators in the XR space, with categories ranging from XR art to developer tools.
Whether you’re a seasoned XR professional or just curious about the future of extended reality, AWE 2024 is the place to be. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and announcements from the event, and get ready to be inspired by the cutting-edge technology on display.
