1. Science Daily (USA) - Avatars Can Surreptitiously And Negatively Affect User In Video Games, Virtual Worlds. "Although often seen as an inconsequential feature of digital technologies, one's self-representation, or avatar, in a virtual environment can affect the user's thoughts, according to research by a University of Texas at Austin communication professor. In the first … [Read more...] about The Watch – virtual worlds in the news
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Weekend Whimsy
1. My Teen Second Life Photo Album 2. Burning Life 2009: Second Life 3. Kittymel's Second Life Part 1 … [Read more...] about Weekend Whimsy
Interview – Simon Newstead, CEO of Frenzoo
Back in May, we covered Frenzoo, a fashion-centric world with a lot of promise. Since that time, Frenzoo has continue to grow and has received further funding to continue its development. CEO Simon Newstead is an expatriate Australian based in Hong Kong, and I took the opportunity to get some insight into Frenzoo's progress and future plans. He also discusses the role of … [Read more...] about Interview – Simon Newstead, CEO of Frenzoo
Amputee support, games health research and avatar perceptions
(This story originally appeared over at sister-site Metaverse Health earlier this week). Over the past few weeks, there's been a spike in mainstream media interest around virtual environments and health. I thought it'd be worth showcasing three notable stories / issues that you may not be aware of. Amputee Support A press release from ADL Company Inc. and Virtual Ability, … [Read more...] about Amputee support, games health research and avatar perceptions
UWA 3D Art and Design Challenge – October round winners
A fortnight or so ago we covered the great work being done by the University of Western Australia in Second Life. One of the centrepieces of their activity is the 3D Art and Design Challenge, with the October winners now announced. You can see all the finalists here, but here's the summary: IMAGINE CHALLENGE - 3D Art 1st Prize:Willow by Bryn Oh ($L5,00 2nd Prize: Holophrasis … [Read more...] about UWA 3D Art and Design Challenge – October round winners