Virtual reality is an upcoming technology that has an uncertain
fate. Virtual reality is basically a computer simulated environment projected
to a person. The appeal of a virtual reality device is out there,
but whether it will take off will be up to consumers and industry. Will it go
down the same path as 3D TV technology? Or will it become the next big thing?
One of the projected uses of virtual reality is gaming. The depth can add to a video game is unmatched by any other technology today. The
biggest appeal of virtual reality gaming headsets is the realism and immersion
it provides the gamer. The future of virtual reality in this industry will
rely on how consumers embrace it.
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It also has the potential to be used in industries outside the
consumer market. The Norwegian army for example, is currently testing tanks equipped with virtual reality devices. These vehicles are equipped with four
different cameras, each pointing in a different direction to allow for a 360 degree view angle. The cameras then feed information to the virtual reality headset
allowing the user to see exactly what is going on outside without the risk of being
outside.
I think virtual reality has a future in our technology driven
world. There are many industries such as the arms industry where this
technology can flourish. Even if it does not take off in the gaming industry,
it will eventually find its own niche. Virtual reality has almost limitless
growth. There are many ways to simulate a virtual reality experience, but we
are limited to our current technology. It might even be possible to create virtual reality through neural stimulation. As technology advances, so will the
success of virtual reality.
References
Starr, M. (2014, May 6). Norwegian army trails Oculus Rift to drive tanks. Retrieved from http://www.cnet.com/news/norwegian-army-trials-oculus-rift-to-drive-tanks/
Virtual reality has always interest me. The ability to immerse yourself fully into a game is very fascinating. I also learned from your blog that VR technology is used by the military.
ReplyDeleteI think virtual reality will have a big market in the future. There is one potential negative aspect of VR, and that is if people are getting used to VR, they may become addicted to it.