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Book Synopsis: Humans have used technology to expand our limited vision for millennia, from the invention of the stone mirror 8,000 years ago to the latest developments in facial recognition and augmented reality. We imagine that technologies will allow us to see more, to see differently and even to see everything. But each of these new ways of seeing carries its own blind spots. In this illuminating book, Jill Walker Rettberg examines the long history of machine vision. Providing an overview of the historical and contemporary uses of machine vision, she unpacks how technologies such as smart surveillance cameras and TikTok filters are changing the way we see the world and one another. By analysing fictional and real-world examples, including art, video games and science fiction, the book shows how machine vision can have very different cultural impacts, fostering both sympathy and community as well as anxiety and fear. Combining ethnographic and critical media studies approaches alongside personal reflections, Machine Vision is an engaging and eye-opening read. It is suitable for students and scholars of digital media studies, science and technology studies, visual studies, digital art and science fiction, as well as for general readers interested in the impact of new technologies on society.
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Discover the fascinating world of machine vision with "Machine Vision: How Algorithms are Changing the Way We See the World". This groundbreaking book by Jill Walker Rettberg delves into the history and future of technology's role in expanding our limited human vision. From ancient mirrors to modern facial recognition and augmented reality, explore how these advancements have revolutionized the way we perceive our surroundings.
Uncover the secrets of machine vision as Rettberg delves deep into its historical and contemporary uses. This thought-provoking book explores how technologies like smart surveillance cameras and TikTok filters shape our perspectives and redefine our relationships with the world and each other. By examining real-world examples and analyzing their cultural impacts, you'll gain a new understanding of how machine vision brings both unity and discord to society.
Immerse yourself in a blend of ethnographic research, critical media studies, and personal reflections that make "Machine Vision" a captivating and enlightening read. Whether you're a student, scholar, or simply curious about the influence of new technologies, this book is a must-read. Join the exciting journey of unraveling the mysteries behind machine vision and its transformative effects on our digital media, visual culture, and society as a whole.
Don't miss your chance to explore the ever-evolving world of machine vision. Grab your copy of "Machine Vision: How Algorithms are Changing the Way We See the World" today and embark on an eye-opening adventure! Get your copy here.
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