Welcome to The Immersive Lens — the show where emerging tech meets creativity, education, and real-world impact. Hosted by Paul Engin (Professor of New Media) and Dave Ghidiu (Professor of Computer Science) at Finger Lakes Community College, this podcast dives into the technologies and creative innovations reshaping how we live, work, and learn—from AI and augmented reality to the future of media, design, and learning.

In this episode of The Immersive Lens, hosts Paul and Dave tackle …

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In this episode of The Immersive Lens, hosts Paul Engin and Dave Ghidiu discuss emerging technologies and creative media tools before shifting to their main topic. They review "Google Stitch," a new AI tool that allows designers to reimagine websites and export the code, as well as new visual editing features within Google Gemini. The hosts also touch on YouTube Premium's new A/B testing features for thumbnails and titles, share their reactions to the latest Superman and Supergirl trailers, and praise Apple’s emotional new commercial regarding accessibility.

The central discussion focuses on the evolution and utility of wearable technology, ranging from smartwatches to future concepts like smart glasses. Paul advocates for the Apple Watch Ultra, citing benefits like battery life, sleep tracking, and health anomaly detection, while Dave expresses hesitation due to privacy concerns and a dislike for constant notifications. The conversation expands to cover smart rings, clothing, and the potential for augmented reality glasses to eventually replace smartphones. They conclude with a buyer’s guide, suggesting users consider factors such as battery life, ecosystem compatibility, and specific health tracking needs when choosing a device.

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FLCC New Media: https://newmedia.csc.flcc.cloud/

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