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The VRScout Report – The Week in VR Review

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More evidence of Facebook’s big plans for VR/AR: they plan on selling almost half a million Oculus Rift units by the end of 2016. Interestingly enough, the open world features wildlife simulations provided by IBM’s Watson. Google Omnitone Surround Sound Support. Speaking of the Metaverse… say hi to Metaworld.

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The New Age of Learning Science with Virtual Reality: A Literature Review

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Calkan (2011) also explored the concept of abstract coursework by applying virtual reality to fieldwork in the domain of environmental studies. 2010), and Calkan (2011) further suggest the importance of immersiveness for effective learning in a virtual environment. The replicated findings of Sue et al. 2010), Huang et al. Graziano (Ed.),

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The IKEA of AR: Making Content Effortlessly, with EON Reality’s Dan Lejerskar

XR for Business Podcast

Dan: In my past, I used to work with simulators — big aircraft simulators, etc. But obviously these people couldn’t afford a $50-million simulator. But we managed to navigate those water until I would say 2011, 2012, when the hardware became available for mobile devices. So this was before Oculus.

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The IKEA of AR: Making Content Effortlessly, with EON Reality’s Dan Lejerskar

XR for Business Podcast

Dan: In my past, I used to work with simulators — big aircraft simulators, etc. But obviously these people couldn’t afford a $50-million simulator. But we managed to navigate those water until I would say 2011, 2012, when the hardware became available for mobile devices. So this was before Oculus.

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The IKEA of AR: Making Content Effortlessly, with EON Reality's Dan Lejerskar

XR for Business Podcast

Dan: In my past, I used to work with simulators -- big aircraft simulators, etc. -- and I got really excited about seeing the effect it has on pilots and soldiers, and I always thought that it would be useful to do the same, but for normal people, nurses, etc. But obviously these people couldn't afford a $50-million simulator.

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Check Out These 2018 Black Friday VR Deals

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So while hordes of dedicated tech enthusiasts and aggressive parents are busy shoving each other into walls trying to snag discounted Google Home devices, why not take advantage of the incredible savings being offered on this years hottest virtual reality gear, all from the comfort of your own home? OCULUS RIFT ON SALE!

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Retraining for a Post-Retirement World with VRVoice’s Bob Fine

XR for Business Podcast

In 2011, Bob launched the only printed magazine covering social media, The Social Media Monthly. Simulating any potential area, whether it be on a racetrack, or in a design studio; being able to change the environment. Bob: It was kind of a model simulator. And I see that right now, Oculus is filling that void.