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What is hot in the market?
"Introduction on Virtual Reality" launched by
The HKMA and JetOne Motion


11/8/2017


The proliferation of VR technology has clearly taken off recently with thousands of new game titles, experience centres, and commercial applications. However, the general market awareness towards the technology is still growing relatively slow on the worldwide basis. In view of this, The Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA) and JetOne Motion jointly organize a programme on "Introduction on Virtual Reality", which aims to allow participants to acquire an overview about Virtual Reality.

With a common goal in mind, the HKMA and JetOne Motion firmly believe experiential training is the future of any kind of corporate and personal training and this partnership will set a new standard in professional training market. JetOne Motion offers cutting-edge experiential training using VR devices as a tool to allow participants quickly learn the basics.

"Introduction on Virtual Reality" is a 3-hour workshop, which provides an overview on the technology in broader aspects. The class will cover the history and basic technical knowledge of VR technology, comparison of the latest Head Mounted Displays (HMD) currently used in the market, the available development tools for content production, current and potential applications amongst industries.

Course Outline:
1.Market Trend
2.What is VR?
3.Difference between VR and AR
4.How does VR work?
5.Types of HMD
6.Demo the latest HMD (Oculus, HTC & Samsung GearVR)
7.Demo of latest Mobile VR Apps
8.Showcase 360 Photos & Videos
9.VR Limitation and health issue
10.VR Devices Trial Session

During the workshop, students will also have the opportunity to try out the following VR devices:

1.Formula 1 VR Racing Simulator
2.HTC Vive (VR Device)
3.VR Bike (Additional accessory that is compatible with HTC Vive)
Date: 29 August 2017
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Venue: The Hong Kong Management Association
3/F Tower 2 South Seas Centre
76 Mody Road
Tsim Sha Tsui KOWLOON
Fee: HK$580
Enquiry: 2774 8552 (Ms Li)
Website: www.hkma.org.hk/pdf/SGA693620172SS.pdf?98201717161

About the JetOne Motion Hong Kong
JetOne Motion was founded in 2014, a company engaged in virtual reality related businesses that include experience center, rental, hyper reality experience design and production, VR/AR content development, 360 photo and video production, training, and education. Served more than 100 corporate clients and various local and international schools. Also, engaged into partnership with some of the most prestige merchants, such as Hong Kong Jockey Club, Asia Miles, Heliservices, Klook, Spoilt, and Red Packet. Furthermore, JetOne Motion is also active in sponsoring various events such as charity fundraising nights, school events, sports events, high-tech symposium, and special academic competitions.

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Issued by The Hong Kong Management Association on 10 August 2017

For press enquiries, please contact:
Ms Sunnie Ma, Senior Manager Tel: 2774 8579 / Email: sunniema@hkma.org.hk
Ms Krystal Yeung, Executive Officer Tel: 2774 8547 / Email: krystalyeung@hkma.org.hk