The MIT Reality Hack of 2025 brought together some of the brightest minds in the world of extended reality (XR) and this year the UA Little Rock and the EAC were proud to be a part of it. Jayasri, a Master’s student and researcher, had the incredible opportunity to represent UA Little Rock and the EAC at MIT Reality Hack 2025. We are so thankful to Jayasri for representing us while engaging with a global community of innovators.
MIT Reality Hack is a unique event that brings together designers, software developers, and visionaries to push the boundaries of augmented/virtual/mixed reality. This year, we had the privilege of one of our own mentoring talented hackers, guiding them in their creative processes, and sharing insights from their experiences in the extended-reality domain. Global diversity among the mentors and participants added to the experience. The presence of international participants highlighted how XR is shaping industries world wide. The exchange of ideas at hackathons such as this is truly inspiring and an enriching experience to witness.
Highlights from MIT Reality Hack 2025:
Jayasri described meeting the founder and CEO of AUR+A as an incredible experience. Participants learned about AUR+A’a innovative app and how the company envisions the future of XR. Another opportunity arose to try out Snap’s Spectacles, which provided a firsthand glimpse into the future of wearable AR technology. Additionally, the CEO of ShapesXR shared insightful perspectives on the future of spatial design tools. Jayasri received Super Tickets from their first and favorite team for contributing valuable insights to their award-winning rover project, an unexpected but meaningful recognition. Beyond these moments, the chance to engage with XR innovators from around the world provided opportunities for exchanging ideas and learning from some of the most brilliant minds in the field.
The MIT Reality Hack wasn’t just about technology. It was also about community, collaboration, and innovation. The event brought together specialists passionate about XR and provided participants with an opportunity to be part of this environment. What a truly inspiring event. We are excited to return next year. A special thanks to MIT for making this experience unforgettable. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey in XR innovation!
