BirdWeather vs GowanusAR

BirdWeather: Your Gateway to Nature's Soundscapes Discover the power of bioacoustics with BirdWeather, the all-in-one app designed to manage your PUC (Physical Universe Codec). PUC is an AI-driven bioacoustics platform, packed with advanced features like dual microphones, WiFi/BLE connectivity, GPS, environmental sensors, and a built-in neural engine—all housed in a rugged, weatherproof enclosure. Capture nature's audio effortlessly, and let BirdWeather help you explore the world of species detection and real-time monitoring. Key Features: - Quick Setup: Start recording in minutes with our step-by-step instructions for setting up your PUC device, connecting it to your Wi-Fi, and configuring essential settings. - Real-Time Species Recognition: With over 6,000 species in its database, BirdWeather provides a real-time view of the latest species detections as they happen. - Community Insights: Explore the detections recorded by other PUC stations worldwide, gaining deeper insights into local and global wildlife activity. Transform your understanding of nature with BirdWeather — the ultimate tool for bioacoustic monitoring and wildlife discovery.

GowanusAR is an immersive augmented reality (AR) experience that brings the layered histories of Brooklyn’s Gowanus Canal to life. Walk the streets and uncover voices, stories, and sounds embedded in the land. In our debut scene, you’ll encounter speculative futures, industrial pasts, and sonic portals, all triggered by your location. Features: Augmented Reality Navigation: Explore a site-specific scene designed to unfold as you move through the Gowanus neighborhood. Immersive Audio: Spatial soundscapes respond to your position, layering narration, ambiance, and historical textures. Interactive Storytelling: Engage with dynamic AR elements that reveal hidden aspects of Gowanus’ environmental and cultural evolution. Speculative Histories: Encounter narrative fragments that blur the boundaries between past, present, and possible futures. This is just the beginning. More scenes and voices will be released soon. Headphones recommended. Location access required.