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Welcome to Virtual Reality Society (VRS). A one-stop information and news resource for virtual reality and its related technologies.

Here you will find a wide range of information on the exciting world of virtual reality, from comprehensive material for beginners to interesting and deep discussions of virtual reality’s problems, implications and applications.

Our mission is to become the definitive source of virtual reality information and we constantly strive to achieve this goal. Be sure to bookmark us and check back regularly for new features and new sections on our site.

Meta Turns Down Google Over New Android XR Platform

According to recent reports in The Information, Google and Meta met last year. During the meeting, Meta was asked to partner with Google and contribute to the new Android XR platform that Google is working on. Meta reportedly said, “No.”  This claim comes from a “person involved in the talks”. But since The Information published … Continue reading Meta Turns Down Google Over New Android XR Platform

4th March 2024

A Quick Guide to the Apple Vision Pro: 14 Tips and Tricks

The Apple Vision Pro was released in the United States recently, And although it’s not had an official UK launch yet, that doesn’t mean you might not already own a Visio Pro or be getting your hands on one soon.  With a $3,500 price tag, you’ll want to know everything the Vision Pro can do … Continue reading A Quick Guide to the Apple Vision Pro: 14 Tips and Tricks

29th February 2024

Zuckerberg Suggests Meta Neural Wristband Will Launch “In Next Few Years”

On February 16th, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared on the Morning Brew Daily podcast to talk about everything from the launch of the Apple headset and AI to his growing interest in raising cattle. During the interview, Zuck indicated that a finger-tracking neural wristband would launch within the next few years.  At the moment, virtual … Continue reading Zuckerberg Suggests Meta Neural Wristband Will Launch “In Next Few Years”

23rd February 2024

Zuck On Vision Pro: “The Quest is the Better Product. Period!” —Is He Right?

The Apple Vision Pro may have only shipped a small initial quantity, and pre-orders outstripped demand, but that doesn’t mean that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has missed out. He’s been trying the Vision Pro and has recently shared his views on an Instagram video.  In the three-minute video, Zuck compares the price and features of … Continue reading Zuck On Vision Pro: “The Quest is the Better Product. Period!” —Is He Right?

20th February 2024

Stanford Study Highlights Potential Negative Effects of Passthrough Headsets

Researchers at Stanford warn that headsets block out natural light and use cameras to create passthrough images of the world around you, which could have a negative psychological effect.  Passthrough technology is fundamental in mixed reality and spatial computing. Sensors on headsets take in information from the surrounding environment. This digital reconstruction is displayed on … Continue reading Stanford Study Highlights Potential Negative Effects of Passthrough Headsets

8th February 2024

Apple Vision Pro Early Reviews Drop While Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Estimated Supply

The US launch of the Apple Vision Pro is upon us, and reviewers already have their hands on the new “spatial computer”— the first wave of feedback on the new device is out. So, what do tech insiders who have experienced the Vision Pro first-hand have to say about it? And, as these reviews come … Continue reading Apple Vision Pro Early Reviews Drop While Pre-Order Demand Outstrips Estimated Supply

5th February 2024

Netflix Won’t Release Apple Vision Pro App: Here’s Why

Netflix has stated it has no current plans to create a native app for the Apple Vision Pro. The popular streaming service currently has a dedicated app available for almost every device imaginable. But despite this fact, there are no plans to launch one on the much anticipated Vision Pro.  Many onlookers may think Netflix … Continue reading Netflix Won’t Release Apple Vision Pro App: Here’s Why

22nd January 2024

Apple Vision Pro News: Launch Date, Confirmed Apps and More

As we inch closer to the much-anticipated launch of the Apple Vision Pro, news surrounding the headset is growing. Although it barely feels like two minutes since Apple formally announced the Vision Pro last year, we are now only a few days away.  In an announcement timed ahead of this year’s CES, an event that … Continue reading Apple Vision Pro News: Launch Date, Confirmed Apps and More

12th January 2024

Standalone Sony Mixed Reality Headset Revealed

The 2024 Consumer Electronics Show got underway in Las Vegas on the 9th of January, and one of the first big VR-related announcements was from Sony. The PSVR makers unveiled a new standalone MR headset aimed at creatives who want to build 3D content.  The headset will run on Qualcomm’s XR2+ Gen 2 processor and … Continue reading Standalone Sony Mixed Reality Headset Revealed

4th January 2024

Virtual Reality: what is it and why is it important to know about?

Virtual reality is essentially the use of technology to create the illusion of presence in an environment that isn’t really there. It works by sending information to various senses, such as sight and hearing, that fool our brains into experiencing something virtual. The illusion is often completed by the presence of interactivity, in other words the virtual world responds in some way to your presence.

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Where to go from here?

If you are new to virtual reality (or just want a refresher) we suggest you start with our What is virtual reality?section for a more in-depth discussion of the topic. We look at practical examples and discuss the core technologies in a clear and simple way. Providing a solid foundation for further reading.

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Pros and cons of virtual reality

We have series of articles about the various applications of this technology and the equipment used, for example, VR glasses (or goggles as they are sometimes called).

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