Conversation with Lewis Smithingham on the Metaverse, Apple’s Reality Pro Headset, and Virtual Worlds

In this episode, your host, John Ghiorso, welcomes Lewis Smithingham, SVP of Innovation for Media.Monks, for a deep dive into the world of virtualization.   John and Lewis discuss the hype and reality surrounding the term 'metaverse' and why Lewis prefers to use 'virtualization' to describe the ongoing shift in how we interact with digital spaces. The two explore the cultural implications of virtualization, from gaming with friends in Fortnite to the potential future where VR headsets are as commonplace as cell phones.   Lewis shares his insight on the evolution of VR technology, from the early days of QuickTime VR to the recent launch of Apple's VR headset. He also discusses the importance of digital twin systems in industries like manufacturing and emergency response and how these applications lead the way in adopting VR technology.   Join us for an insightful conversation that challenges the hype and explores virtualization technology's practical applications and future trajectory.  Let’s Connect: Follow John Ghiorso on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnghiorso/ Check out Media.Monks: https://media.monks.com/