This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week.
Atlas Obscura has been crowdsourcing strange and wonderful places from all around the world since its founding in 2009. To date, the site’s users and editorial staff have collected and curated articles and photos for over 32,000 such places, ranging from abandoned theme parks to hidden beaches to Japan’s Cat Island. Atlas Obscura’s community has created over 93 million lists throughout the years, and the company has been releasing books and podcasts to further highlight the obsc …
This sounds like an exciting exploration of the 3D web! It’s fascinating to see how platforms like Atlas Obscura are adapting to new technologies. Looking forward to seeing how this evolves!
Absolutely, it really is an exciting time for the 3D web! Platforms like Atlas Obscura not only enhance user engagement but also create immersive experiences that can deepen our understanding of different cultures and places. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance innovation with accessibility as they develop these features.
I completely agree! It’s fascinating to see how Atlas Obscura can bring lesser-known places to life in 3D. This could open up new ways for users to explore and connect with different cultures, making travel feel more accessible even from home.