Kids are always interested in the latest and greatest thing, that’s why they are often the early adopters of new technology. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality have seen a lot of development recently, and several companies are wisely looking into ways to utilize this technology in a way that’s appealing to kids. What a lot of companies are trying to…
By now I’m sure you’ve probably heard of, or seen, people flying drones around for various reasons. Some people use them to get unique perspectives for videos, some fly them for fun, even amazon is starting to use them for deliveries; but the coolest use for them by far is in racing them using Virtual Reality. The way it works…
Typically, when we think of Virtual Reality, entertainment is the first thing to come to mind—being able to play games, watch videos, and more on a VR device. However VR expands further than that; there are currently apps on the market that allow users to watch live sporting events or concerts in virtual reality, as if they are actually there. VR…
As of recently, there has been a spike in the use and publication of 360 videos. Although both 360 videos and Virtual Reality have the user in a 360 degree environment, there are many difference between the two. With the use of a VR Headset, the user becomes fully immersed in a digital environment; where the user has full mobility…
By now I’m sure you’re aware of Pokémon Go, the latest phenomenon that has been cluttering your Facebook, Twitter, or whatever other form of social media you have. On the off chance that you’re one of the people who is not aware of this game, here is a quick breakdown. Pokémon Go is a smartphone game which utilizes Augmented Reality,…
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality are both being used in a variety of industries, including education, sports, tourism, and even healthcare. The video game industry is projected to earn the highest revenue at $11.6 billion, but the healthcare industry is right behind them with $5.1 billion. VR and AR can be used for a variety of medical purposes including: diagnostics…
This summer, entertainment in Virtual Reality is being taken to the next level with its incorporation into rollercoasters and arcades across the globe. The United States is leading this trend compared to the other countries currently working to bring VR to theme parks, with 14 separate locations that have a VR rollercoaster or arcade experience. Six Flags alone is introducing…
The Electronic Entertainment Expo, or E3, is a huge conference in the world of gaming with developers from all over coming to debut their plans for the coming future. Everything from new games, changes to existing games, new platforms, and more are announced and gamers the world over tune in to get a piece of the hype. This year especially…
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality have altered the landscape of several industries including: the military, medicine, entertainment, education, and more. Brands such as Land Rover, Boeing, Tommy Hilfiger, The North Face, Lego, and more, are capitalizing on this and have incorporated VR and AR into their business. 66% of consumers say they are interested in shopping in Virtual Reality, which…
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