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== History ==
In 2002, McCormack named the device ‘Oculas’ as the prototype, later in 2008 he worked on an engineering partnership with [[McLaren Applied Technologies]], culminating in the all-new “Ovei” which enhances personal and professional spaces through technology and comfort fusion. F1 drivers [[Lewis Hamilton]] and [[Damon Hill]] used the pods to help with relaxation and focus.<ref>{{Cite web |title=If It's Hip It's Here {{!}} The latest in global design and creativity |url=https://www.ifitshipitshere.com/the-ovei-pod-a-personal-cocoon-in-various-forms-from-artist-decorated-to-gaming/?noamp=mobile#google_vignette |access-date=2024-05-27 |website=www.ifitshipitshere.com}}</ref> Vince Fraser, an acclaimed artist designed the exterior wrap of the Orrb.[16][17] <nowiki>https://www.pinterest.co.uk/vincefraser/</nowiki> Image by Vince Fraser with Lee McCormack Inspired by the compact efficiency of the Japanese [[Capsule hotel|Capsule Hotel]], the Orrb has evolved to become a multifaceted platform which was commercially released in April 2015 <sup> </sup>with each design step meticulously shaped by geometric precision and mathematical principles for timeless appeal and adaptability in varied settings. In 2023 McCormack began creating the Orrb XR model, collaborating with Beckhoff and the Veterans Affairs (VA) in the US.
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* In the 2005 film ''[[Flightplan|Flight Plan]],'' released by [[Touchstone Pictures]], Directed by [[Robert Schwentke]], Orrb exemplified its versatility and appeal in entertainment marketing.
=== Exhibitions ===
* In Sep 2003, It was presented in the [http://www.designersblock.org.uk Designersblock] exhibition, [[London]] in Sep 2003 under the device name Oculas.
* In the year 2004, Oculas team collaborated with Artist [https://www.willbarras.com/ Will Barras] to create a 360-degree canvas for a [[Tokyo]] exhibition with Designersblock and the British Council. Artworks included a Sumo and Geisha design painted on Oculas pods.
* Showcased in the [[Young British Artists|Young British Designers]] Exhibition within [[Selfridges, Oxford Street|Selfridge]]’s windows in London, 2005.<sup>[10][11][12]</sup>
* In May 2015, the Orrb was a featured exhibit at the [[Science Museum, London|London Science Museum]]'s "Fast Forward F1" technology exhibition highlighting its cutting-edge engineering and design parallels with [[Formula One engines|Formula 1]] technology.<sup>[13][14][15]</sup> <nowiki>https://illustriouscompany.co.uk/fast-forward/</nowiki> <nowiki>https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/home</nowiki>
* The Orrb was displayed at the prestigious [[Cannes Film Festival]], showing a “[[Saatchi & Saatchi]]” produced short film, aligning it with the luxury and glamour of the international film industry. (ciper)
* In 2014, the TVConnect exhibition delivered show information with Orrb.<sup>[22]</sup>
* [[McLaren Automotive|McLaren]]-engineered Ovei debuted at the CEDIA Expo 2008.<sup>[18][19][20]</sup>
* The Orrb appeared at the [[Grand Designs]] 2009 exhibition at Excel delivering show information.<sup>[21][22]</sup>
=== Music Festivals ===
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