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Through our CEO, Nicolas S. Roy's lens : Last week, Google unveiled Android XR, alongside Samsung’s Project Moohan—the first device to run it. It's a pretty exciting moment for me personally, and for Dpt. as a whole. Our journey in mixed reality began with a Google Cardboard and a hacked Samsung Gear headset. Those early experiments (scrappy as they were), helped lay the foundation for the work we do today. Seeing the evolution of these technologies, and imagining what we can create with Android XR, feels like coming full circle. The images below are snapshots of those early projects: -A custom Google Cardboard we modified for an early version of The Enemy, circa 2017 (in collaboration with Office national du film du Canada, Lucid Realities, Emissive, and France Télévisions). It even had a hole for the camera passthrough. -A makeshift Samsung Gear “headset” we hacked together (including tape on the plug to bypass the OS… sorry Samsung Electronics), complete with a hardhat and some colorful flair. Basically a mixed reality Piñata. This wild prototype was part of an acid trip of a project with Nicolas Fonseca, for C2 Montreal in 2018. With platforms like Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, and now Android XR, it’s clear that the future for mixed reality is brighter and more versatile than ever and we’re looking forward to showing you what’s coming next from Dpt. in 2025! #XR #MixedReality #AndroidXR #Google #MetaQuest #AppleVisionPro #Innovation #CreativeTech #AugmentedReality #VirtualReality

Through Hugues Bruyere’ Lens, our Chief Innovation Officer : I’ve experienced much of my explorations centered around 3D Gaussian splats on regular-sized monitors, mobiles, and VR. While these displays offer valuable perspectives and use cases, I realized they didn’t fully connect with another interest of mine: the importance of physicality in an experience. To bridge this gap, I decided to experiment with a different display format. I set up a physical installation in the studio: three large TVs (two 75” and one 85”) arranged vertically in portrait mode, along with a controller. This ‘immersive wall’ creates a communal experience, offering a fresh way to interact with and explore both a series of captures I’ve been working on and an ongoing project at Dpt. The vertical triptych format provides a unique portal into these reconstructions. This setup allows me to revisit scenes like the "Radio Doctor’s” shop or the “Portland Japanese Garden” at a 1:1 scale, exploring them with a sense of depth and immersion that feels different from VR. It also introduces a physical dimension by enabling the intentional misalignment of scenes across the three displays, deconstructing the reconstructed spaces in a playful way. It’s been a refreshing step toward combining digital content with physical spaces—something I will explore further. The scenes shown in the video include: • The Redpath Museum, located in Montreal. • Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer, located in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer in Camargue. • The Portland Japanese Garden. • The Royal Ontario Museum, featuring a statue of Zeus attributed to the circle of Phidias. • A Montreal alleyway. • Another Montreal alleyway. • Montreal's 'Radio Doctor' shop. • One last Montreal alleyway. #3dgs #3dgaussiansplatting #RadianceFields #3dscanning #3dscan #3d #memories #gaussiansplatting

In this new iteration of our virtual visit explorations of the Redpath Museum in Montreal, we’re taking the experience out of the headset and onto a physical installation: a triptych of huge screens showcasing the museum’s iconic Triceratops and Gorgosaurus fossils, using 3D scans created by our very own Hugues Bruyere and rendered in real time with Gaussian Splatting. This immersive installation showcases the potential of digital cultural assets. Not only can they recreate the awe of a museum visit, but they also allow for entirely new forms of storytelling and interaction. This installation is just one step in reimagining how we connect with cultural heritage. We’re exploring how immersive technologies can inspire wonder, foster accessibility, and create unforgettable moments of discovery. More coming soon! #ImmersiveInstallation #CulturalHeritage #GaussianSplatting #3DScanning #CulturalInnovation #XR #RedpathMuseum #MadeWithUnity

Dinosaurs are going digital! 🦖✨ Sneak peek of our latest VR exploration with the Redpath Museum. Using 3D scans and Gaussian Splatting, we’re exploring how we can redefine how people access and experience cultural treasures. Check out the demo and let us know what you think... #VR #CulturalInnovation #3DScanning #GaussianSplatting #RedpathMuseum

Big news from our team! Oto’s Planet is now live on the Apple Vision Pro! 🎉 Our first release on AVP and one of the platform’s first narrative experiences—don’t miss this beautifully immersive tale of coexistence, adventure, and environmental reflection. Very proud of what we’ve accomplished together with our team and partners (and friends) at Skill Lab - Creative Studio and Small Creative! 🚀 #OtosPlanet #AppleVisionPro #ImmersiveStorytelling #SpatialComputing

Oto’s Planet is now available on Meta Quest! Oto’s Planet will introduce you to an intriguing planet and its two inhabitants, Oto and his alien dog. You will witness their encounter with a troublesome cosmonaut and observe this complicated cohabitation. “Oto's Planet follows the peaceful life of Oto, who loves nothing more than lounging in his hammock and enjoying the fruits of the single tree on his tiny planet. His tranquility is shattered when Exo, a hyperactive and cumbersome cosmonaut, crash-lands in a small spacecraft. The ensuing attempts at communication and cohabitation between these two unlikely roommates are fraught with difficulty.” Oto’s Planet is produced by Skill Lab - Creative Studio, Dpt. and Small Creative Available only in English and French on Quest 2, 3 and 3S and Pro. Coming soon on Apple Vision Pro. https://lnkd.in/eKJdm8JQ #vr #storytelling #immersive #mixedreality #virtualreality

🇩🇪 Dpt. will be at Numix Lab in Germany next week! From November 25 to 29, we’ll join over 200 institutions and creative studios from North America and Europe to foster connections and collaborations. We’ll also take part in the panel discussion Sustainability and Diversification of Production Formats, moderated by Nathalie Keurmeur, alongside Camille Françoise and Max Salomon. For those curious, here’s a sneak peek of our presentation and the projects we’ll be showcasing. And for attendees, meet Catherine Fournier, MSc. at 3:30 PM at Institut français Berlin. 👋 Looking forward to connecting and exchanging ideas with everyone! Xn Québec {CORRESPONDANCES DIGITALES]

This year again, we had the pleasure of participating at HUB Montréal. It’s always a privilege to connect with passionate minds and exchange ideas on the future of XR, particularly through two inspiring panels where we presented Oto’s Planet and shared our vision for the future of immersive experiences. Thanks to all those who took part in the panels - Nathalie Clermont Stephane Rituit Nina Diamond Thibaut Duverneix Véronique Paradis, M.Sc. Ganesh Baron Aloir Huge thanks to everyone who joined our special evening with GSM Project – an intimate gathering with a Montreal twist, featuring the city’s delicious smoked salmon bagels. Because what’s more Montreal than bagels? Congratulations to the entire Hub Montréal team for a successful edition. Montréal truly confirms its place as an international hub for creativity and experience design.

Oto’s Planet remporte le Reflet d'Or pour la Meilleure Expérience Immersive 2024 ! 🏆 L'expérience continue de rayonner à l'échelle mondiale, et nous sommes honorés d'avoir décroché l'un des grands prix du Geneva International Film Festival - GIFF. Elle sera disponible fin novembre sur les différentes plateformes, mais en attendant, on vous laisse sur un aperçu de ce qui se passe quand votre salon se transforme en un autre monde. Pssssst 🫢 : Nous travaillons déjà sur notre prochain projet avec Skill Lab - Creative Studio : Tachychronie. On a bien hâte de vous en dire plus. Félicitations à tous les partenaires et collaborateurs : Skill Lab - Creative Studio Small Creative SODEC - Société de développement des entreprises culturelles Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada Film Fund Luxembourg Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC)

TALENTS On aimerait vous inviter à venir explorer, innover et bâtir le futur des mondes immersifs et interactifs avec nous, chez Dpt., au sein d’une équipe collaborative, ouverte, dynamique et bienveillante.  Nous sommes à la recherche d'un.e Responsable en ressources humaines. Le mandat: soutenir le développement d’une équipe créative et technique d'une trentaine de talents, tout en veillant à maintenir une culture d’innovation, de collaboration et d’excellence. C'est ici pour nous dire 👋 : bonjour@dpt.co