VR
Intro:
This post will be relatively simple explaining what VR is and how it works.
What is VR?
Virtual Reality or “VR” as it’s often coined as is a technology where a computer generates a 3D environment or image to create an immersive experience for the user.
What is VR used for?
The most well-known application for VR is playing video games but less known things VR is used for are...
- Training
- Education
- Healthcare
- Retail
- Cybersecurity
Where did VR come from?
In 1968 Ivan Sutherland and his student Bob Sproull created the first VR / AR head-mounted display called the Sword of Damocles. It was connected to a computer and not a camera. It was heavy for any user to wear comfortably and was suspended from the ceiling. (Unlike VR headsets today)
Questions about VR:
How much does VR cost?
High-end VR headsets can cost upward of $1,000 while cheaper ones can cost as little as $10
Is VR and AR the same?
Short answer: No. Long answer: AR uses a real-world setting while VR is completely virtual.
Can VR make you sick?
Yes, but only for some people and if you are doing something intense. For example: If you get easily car sick and you are riding a roller coaster in VR most likely you’ll puke. So just try to do what you can.
How does VR work?
VR works by overlapping 2 images one for each eye. These images are then combined by the brain to create the illusion of depth and 3D space.
Popular VR companies:
META:
Formally known as Oculus, Meta has been a huge factor in the success of VR with the Meta Quest 2, an affordable VR headset that brought VR into many homes.
Microsoft:
A brand you probably know has made HUGE advancements in the VR scene by introducing Windows Mixed Reality in all Windows installs. Mixed Reality is a way to bring VR to computers.
HTC:
HTC VR headsets have made many technological advancements in the VR community.
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