PRESS RELEASE
For Release, 09:00 CET February 20, 2025
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, February 20, 2025 — ManoMotion AB, the hand and body tracking experts, today announced a major update to its groundbreaking Software Development Kit (SDK), now available on the Unity Asset Store. This latest release introduces enhanced hand interaction capabilities, including advanced hand occlusion, empowering developers to create even more immersive and intuitive XR experiences
This innovative SDK empowers developers to add immersive hand interactions with hand occlusion capabilities to their XR experiences, enabling them to create applications akin to those of the Apple Vision Pro—but with the accessibility and scalability of smartphones. By lowering the barriers to entry, ManoMotion is paving the way for the mass adoption of XR technology.
Democratizing XR with Immersive Hand Interactions
The new SDK allows developers of all skill levels to integrate advanced hand-tracking, gesture recognition, and hand occlusion functionality into their XR projects without the need for expensive hardware or specialized expertise. Seamlessly integrated with Unity AR Foundation and AR Foundation Remote, the SDK simplifies the development process and enhances the capabilities of smartphones, making it easier than ever to create intuitive, immersive experiences that respond to natural hand movements and spatial interactions.
“With this SDK, we are taking a significant step toward democratizing XR development,” said Shahrouz Yousefi, Co-Founder and CEO of ManoMotion. “Our goal is to empower every developer, regardless of their resources, to create immersive hand-interactive experiences that rival those of premium devices like the Apple Vision Pro. By utilizing smartphones and integrating with Unity AR Foundation, we are ensuring that XR technology can reach a global audience and drive mass adoption.”
Key Features of the SDK:
- Immersive Hand Interactions: Enable natural, intuitive hand-tracking and gesture recognition in XR experiences.
- Unity AR Foundation Integration: Seamlessly integrate with Unity AR Foundation and AR Foundation Remote to streamline development.
- Accessibility: Create XR experiences using smartphones, eliminating the need for costly hardware.
- Scalability: Build applications that can run on a wide range of devices, ensuring broader reach.
- Ease of Use: Intuitive tools and seamless integration with Unity make XR development accessible to all.
- High-Quality Experiences: Deliver immersive, Apple Vision Pro-level interactions on smartphone platforms.
Driving the Future of XR
ManoMotion’s SDK is set to revolutionize the XR landscape by making it easier for developers to innovate and experiment with hand-based interactions. By enabling the creation of scalable, smartphone-based XR experiences, ManoMotion is accelerating the adoption of XR technology across industries, from gaming and education to healthcare and enterprise.
Availability on the Unity Asset Store
The SDK is now available for download on the Unity Asset Store (follow this link). Developers can explore its features, integrate it into their projects, and start building immersive hand-interactive XR experiences on their smartphones and tablets today.
For further information, please contact:
CEO
Shahrouz Yousefi
shahrouz@manomotion.com
About Manomotion
ManoMotion AB is a deeptech company developing advanced hand and body tracking software for industrial safety and XR applications. ManoMotion is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and was founded in 2015. The roots of the company are ideas developed by the founders while doing research on vision-based technologies for hand tracking and gesture control at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. ManoMotion offers software-only, hardware-agnostic products tailored to various market segments, including human safety in industrial settings, gesture-based human-machine interaction, hand tracking and gesture control for professional head-mounted displays, and motion-based control in smart environments. ManoMotion also offers evaluation kits and custom-designed system solutions for different applications.
For further information please visit https://www.manomotion.com/.
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