The technology may not make up for the impact of COVID-19, but its presence was felt at the Tokyo Games, from advances in time to giant displays that brought sailing action from the sea to on the coast.
- Even the venerable Olympic pine obtained a digital update, with Alibaba sponsor distributing an electronic button, with a small screen and integrated pedometer.
The technology may not make up for the impact of COVID-19, but its presence was felt at the Tokyo Games, from advances in time to giant displays that brought sailing action from the sea to on the coast.
- Even the venerable Olympic pine obtained a digital update, with Alibaba sponsor distributing an electronic button, with a small screen and integrated pedometer.
- People with the digital pin could connect with other people and share information on social media, winning prizes by making friends and taking steps.
- At the Olympic Stadium, adorable small remote-controlled cars picked up weight throws and hammer throws, safely returning them from the field to nearby competitors.
Yes, but: Technologies such as holograms and remote applause were being tested in Tokyo, but they were not ready to be deployed on a large scale. The organizers of the Olympics used video chat to bring athletes face-to-face with family and friends after the competition, but this was more of a band aid than a panacea.
What follows: Virtual reality and other advances promise to allow those watching from afar to feel closer to the action.