Virtual Reality
A Look Back at 2023
I don't know about you but I have had a whirlwind ride this year. Simulation Magazine is a year old now, and over a hundred and fifty articles have been published.
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Virtual Reality
How VR, AI, and Lidar Could Streamline Architectural Design
Last week I had a passing a chat with an architect, having been in property for 15 years in my early life, I have a deep understanding of an industry that hasn't changed really since the days of CAD and the 2HB pencil.
Apple Vision Pro
The Future of VR Influencers in an Apple VR World
The virtual reality (VR) market is expected to explode over the next few years thanks to major new product releases from companies like Meta, Apple, and others.
Virtual Reality Headsets
Introducing the New Varjo XR4
In an online event this evening Varjo stunned us with their new flagship head mounted display, enter the new XR4, with some seriously meaty specs.
Virtual Reality Fitness
Welcome to the Hybrid Gym: Immersive Fitness Meets Mixed Reality
The future of fitness looks more futuristic than ever with the rise of mixed reality (MR) headsets. Smart gyms - hybrid spaces decked out with equipment for exercise fused with cutting edge virtual worlds have been getting good traction, especially in the USA
Virtual Reality Fitness
Can Mixed Reality Change the Game for Fitness?
Fitness is the obvious hot ticket in VR right now, and mixed reality is for some, taking workouts to new levels. Exciting new tech developments promise to expand these virtual training horizons even further.Â
Generative AI
Leica AG pushes back on Generative AI
There is much talk about how Large Language Models (LLM's) have sucked up endless amounts of user generated content from the open web and used it to train models for Generative AI SaaS products, well, Leica is having none of it. As an ex photographer, DOP and film
Virtual Reality
Neural Radiance Fields - The Next Evolution of VR Environments
Virtual reality aims to immerse users in believable simulated environments, but creating sufficiently detailed and realistic VR worlds is challenging.
Virtual Reality
Can Avatars Be Too Real?
As VR technology improves, these player-controlled avatars are becoming increasingly realistic with detailed facial expressions, motions, and resemblance to real people.
Virtual Reality Headsets
Ergonomics Matter: Proper Weight Distribution Trumps Lightness in VR Headset Design
As virtual reality (VR) headsets grow more advanced, manufacturers continue striving to make them lighter. However, when designing comfortable extended reality experiences, especially for young users, overall weight reduction may be less important than proper weight distribution.
Virtual Reality
The Potential of Multi-Sensory Virtual Reality for Enhanced Relaxation
Traditional relaxation practices like mindfulness and meditation can be beneficial for reducing stress and increasing wellbeing. However, many people struggle to adhere to these activities due to time constraints and difficulty sustaining practice.
Virtual Reality
Is VR Travel the Real Metaverse?
As Meta plunges billions into building their vision of a virtual reality metaverse, some are looking to VR travel experiences as the true embodiment of this next iteration of the internet.