The VR Soldier
As the global focus now shifts to remote work, one has to wonder how virtual reality will factor into all of this. Some companies still hold out high hopes for t what the future may hold in this regard. Using VR for Work Purposes It is evident that there is tremendous potential for virtual reality […]
Virtual reality technology can be used to one’s advantage in many different ways. HTC, a manufacturer of mobile devices and VR hardware, is moving its Vice Ecosystem to a virtual space over coronavirus concerns. HTC Fully Embraces Virtual Reality It is pertinent for companies hosting and attending events to take note of the current coronavirus […]
Virtual reality has been making inroads in various sectors. Following in-flight entertainment, it now seems hotels are getting in on the action as well. Experiencing Virtual Reality in a Hotel For entertainment purposes, virtual reality can be a very welcome addition to most companies and service providers. Even hotels stand to gain from embracing this […]
A lot of eyes are on the upcoming E3 gaming conference. Especially for those interested in virtual reality, things could prove to get rather interesting. While PlayStation VR will not be represented – Sony is not showcasing at E3 this year – it seems UploadVR has some big plans for this industry moving forward. UploadVR […]
It would appear competition in the virtual reality space is heating up. While headsets are not necessarily selling all that great, software-based solutions are being developed left, right, and center. If Drop CEO Russell Ladson is to be believed, VR will have its major breakthrough in the years to come. The Future of VR Solutions […]
Microsoft seemingly has big plans for VR, AR, and mixed reality. As part of this ongoing effort, the technology giant has introduced OpenXR to Windows Mixed Reality. The main purpose of introducing this new standard is to facilitate the porting of VR apps and games between different platforms. If successful, a far more versatile ecosystem […]
The impact of VR technology on the human body and mind remains unclear. Prolonged exposure to new technology often yields negative long-term consequences. One individual recently spent a week in VR without any breaks in between. A very dangerous concept, although it seems to be quite “enjoyable” for some. Don’t Live in VR Just yet […]
Not all is well within the virtual reality industry. Despite some promising developments, other companies are genuinely struggling to stay afloat. Even gaming giant Valve is forced to lay off staffers working on VR technology. A total of 13 employees were let go, which only further confirms virtual reality is not gaining the traction it […]
Even though many people expected big things from virtual reality at CES 2019, it seems those expectations are not met at this time. Although there are a few interesting announcements and demos, it is clearly not a technology designed for the mainstream. That is a very unfortunate development, primarily because all of the initial buzz […]
Even though it would appear there isn’t much growth in the VR industry, some statistics seem to state otherwise. The number of VR gamers on Steam has nearly doubled throughout 2018. Virtual reality gaming still remains a rather niche market, but this overall improvement is too big to ignore. VR Gains Traction on Steam In […]