VR uses headsets to create a simulator environment so an individual can immerse into it and experience entirely different reality. It started long ago in 1800 since the existence of practical photography. The first VR device named ‘Sensorama’ was invented by Morton Heilig in 1957. Jaron Lanier coined the term ‘VR’ in 1987 during his research on the technology.
Today, many companies have been investing money in developing VR products. Some of these products are Oculus Quest, Nintendo LeBeau VR kit, Sony PlayStation VR, Lenovo Mirage, etc. These VR devices give viewers access to a world that is different from the real one.
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The gaming industry has grown exponentially, outperforming both movies and sports in 2020. And VR is the newest, exciting innovation taking the industry by storm.
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VR is now revolutionizing other fields, including education, the military, medicine, sports, and many more. Some examples of VR are as follows:
- Class VR: Is an innovative concept used in the educational field. It aims at raising engagement and knowledge retention amongst the students. It not only uses a headset but also contains a user-friendly interface for students and teachers, gesture controls, and educational resources.
- Facebook Horizon: It is an ever-expanding community where the viewers can not only explore the virtual world, but also play, and create. It only defies physics and reality but also gives you surprising experiences.
- VR 360: Is a 360° audio-visual simulation that allows the viewers to look in any direction similar to real life.