What is Virtual Reality?
Virtual reality or VR for short, is the creation of an artificial, 3D computer generated environment, replacing the real one, with a fully immersive experience. This can be done using special electronic devices, such as special goggles with a screen or gloves fitted with sensors to create the experience.
Virtual reality can provide a great platform for entertainment, and can also facilitate the participation in many training situations and scenarios with risk-free consequences.
Virtual reality experiences require a VR headset and a custom pc or console to run on. However, you can experience them also using Google Cardboard.
Who is it for, and can it help my business?
Want to create a fully immersive and engaging customer experience with your brand? Then VR is for you… VR is much more likely to convey a positive response to your message and business than standard 2D media.
Want to train your staff in a unique and novel way, which is safe and risk free? Then VR is for you… VR can make the training experience more engaging than standard methods and offers a practical approach to learning new skills.
Virtual reality can also be used for therapy related treatments, providing environments that can alleviate stress and anxiety.
Sample applications for Virtual Reality
Retail:
- Staff training exercises.
- VR Product demos.
Tourism:
- VR Historical experiences.
Health and Therapy:
- Meditation applications used to reduce anxiety and stress.
- Induction training for patients.
- Medicine and biology applications.
- Cognitive training therapy.
Architecture and Interior Design:
- Office, housing or large scale construction VR walk throughs.
- Interior design applications.
Industry and Manufacturing:
- Manufacture process simulations.
- Staff process training.