Google Beam is poised to bring 3D video conferencing mainstream

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Google's Project Starline, first announced years ago, subsequently evolved into an AI-forward 3D video conferencing platform in partnership with HP. Now, Google is rebranding Project Starline into Google Beam and hopes to make the platform available to select customers later this year. Google Beam leans on artificial intelligence (AI) much more heavily than Project Starline did. It uses the power of Google's AI volumetric video model to transform traditional 2D video streams into realistic 3D experiences. According to Google, the company's AI expertise, coupled with Google Cloud's scalability, delivers enterprise-grade reliability that makes true-to-life 3D video conferencing compatible with existing workflows. Also: I tested the viral Roborock vacuum with a mechanical arm - here's my verdict after a month Communicating via Google Beam, Google noted, will offer a more natural experience than you'd get with traditional video conferencing software or hardware. Google ... Read full article.