Virtual Reality. by Laila Christman

Fully-Immersive VR.

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Fully Immerse VR: Or most commonly thought of when you think of VR. In most cases, it uses a headpiece, gloves and/or controllers. https://heizenrader.com/the-3-types-of-virtual-reality/

Non-Immersive VR.

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The most commonly used type of VR. Computers, phones, TVs, etc. The user is still completely aware of their surroundings. Most people think that VR is always ''3D'' and immersive. But actually, that's not always the case. https://heizenrader.com/the-3-types-of-virtual-reality/

Semi-Immersive VR.

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Semi-immersive VR combines real and virtual environments. You might recognize it from certain arcade games. Like racing motorcycles, etc.

ttps://heizenrader.com/the-3-types-of-virtual-reality/

The Sword Of Damocles.

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In 1968, a guy named Bob Sprroull invented a headset that was called The Sword Of Damocles.

How It Was Different From VR Today.

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Unlike the Oculus or other modern-day headsets, this one connected to a computer and could only show shapes.

Facts about The Sword Of Damocles.

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It was connected to the ceiling, so it became nothing more than an experiment at the time.

Smart Glasses

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:15:41 UTC

A company called Meta is currently working on smart glasses. Owned by the creator of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg. He has hopes and thinks it will be used just as much as smartphones are. https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/28/23619730/meta-vr-oculus-ar-glasses-smartwatch-plans

Virtual Physical Therapy

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:16:46 UTC

irtual Physical Therapy: This is something that is still a work in progress. Right now, you can meet with your physical therapist on Zoom, or another online video chat similar. Someday, it might expand to more than this. https://agilept.com/service/virtual-physical-therapy/

Multi-Sensory VR.

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Multi-sensory VR. Programers are working on something where VR won’t just stop at sight. They hope for smell, touch, and even taste.https://program-ace.com/blog/virtual-reality-trends/#:~:text=The%20future%20of%20virtual%20reality%20is%20increasingly%20leaning%20towards%20multisensory,the%20experience%20for%20the%20user.

Headaches, Loss Of Balance.

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Research has been done on VR, and it has been a cause of headaches, fatigue and blurred vision when used for long periods of time.

https://www.makeuseof.com/ways-virtual-reality-bad-for-you/#:~:text=Prolonged%20use%20of%20wearable%20VR,research%20in%20Frontiers%20in%20Neuroscience.

Motion Sickness Frequently.

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:22:08 UTC

This can also cause you motion sickness. Your brain won’t know the difference between what you see and feel, so it could cause you to run into objects and lose your balance quite frequently. https://www.makeuseof.com/ways-virtual-reality-bad-for-you/#:~:text=Prolonged%20use%20of%20wearable%20VR,research%20in%20Frontiers%20in%20Neuroscience.

The Mental Effects Of VR.

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:23:02 UTC

VR will have some affects on your mental health when not used in moderation. It could cause you to not interact with people more in the real world, because it’s easier to interact with VR. https://www.makeuseof.com/ways-virtual-reality-bad-for-you/#:~:text=Prolonged%20use%20of%20wearable%20VR,research%20in%20Frontiers%20in%20Neuroscience

Exercise!

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:25:29 UTC

VR can increase your heart rate, and it can help burn calories. This is a fun exercise.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/benefits-vr-gaming-svaiy-art#:~:text=Studies%20have%20shown%20that%20playing,looking%20to%20get%20in%20shape.

Educational & Therapeutic VR.

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:27:58 UTC

VR can be educational and therapeutic, based on how you use it. Like VR games about space, explorations of the sea, and much more.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/benefits-vr-gaming-svaiy-art#:~:text=Studies%20have%20shown%20that%20playing,looking%20to%20get%20in%20shape.

Online VR Games.

s85366_ — 2023-11-17 18:29:28 UTC

Depending on what game(s) you play when using VR, you can play with your friends and with others online. This could be a potential pro to using VR if your lonely.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/benefits-vr-gaming-svaiy-art#:~:text=Studies%20have%20shown%20that%20playing,looking%20to%20get%20in%20shape