What is a characteristic of Augmented Reality?
A. It replaces the user's entire field of view with a virtual world.
B. It overlays digital content on the user's real-world view.
C. It can only be used with a specialized headset.
D. It requires the user to have a tethered connection to a computer.
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Published: 03/26/2019 | Updated: 09/21/2020
What is Virtual Reality? [Definition and Examples]
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Virtual Reality (VR) is the use of computer technology to create a simulated environment.
Virtual Reality’s most immediately-recognizable component is the head-mounted display (HMD). Human beings are visual creatures, and display technology is often the single biggest difference between immersive Virtual Reality systems and traditional user interfaces.
Major players in Virtual Reality include HTC Vive, Oculus Rift and PlayStation VR (PSVR)
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What is Virtual Reality?
Virtual Reality (VR) is the use of computer technology to create a simulated environment. Unlike traditional user interfaces, VR places the user inside an experience. Instead of viewing a screen in front of them, users are immersed and able to interact with 3D worlds. By simulating as many senses as possible, such as vision, hearing, touch, even smell, the computer is transformed into a gatekeeper to this artificial world. The only limits to near-real VR experiences are the availability of content and cheap computing power.
What’s the difference Between Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality?
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality are two sides of the same coin. You could think of Augmented Reality as VR with one foot in the real world: Augmented Reality simulates artificial objects in the real environment; Virtual Reality creates an artificial environment to inhabit.
In Augmented Reality, the computer uses sensors and algorithms to determine the position and orientation of a camera. AR technology then renders the 3D graphics as they would appear from the viewpoint of the camera, superimposing the computer-generated images over a user’s view of the real world.
In Virtual Reality, the computer uses similar sensors and math. However, rather than locating a real camera within a physical environment, the position of the user’s eyes are located within the simulated environment. If the user’s head turns, the graphics react accordingly. Rather than compositing virtual objects and a real scene, VR technology creates a convincing, interactive world for the user.
Through the use of holographic technology, digital visual components, noises, and other sensory stimulation are combined to create an improved, interactive image of the actual world. Three elements make up augmented reality (AR): a fusion of the digital and physical worlds, in-the-moment interactions, and precise 3D object recognition.
By superimposing digital content in actual working situations, augmented reality provides a more effective method of creating, curating, and delivering digestible instructions. Everyone can work remotely while collaborating effectively when a company knows what augmented reality is and how to use it effectively.