E-Commerce Dictionary
Virtual Reality (VR)
Definition
A computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way.
Deep Dive
Virtual Reality (VR) is a sophisticated computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that immerses a user in a synthetic world, allowing them to interact with it in a seemingly real or physical way. Typically achieved through specialized head-mounted displays (HMDs) that block out the real world, VR systems create a strong sense of "presence" by providing visual and auditory stimuli that mimic reality, and sometimes include haptic feedback for touch sensations.
Examples & Use Cases
- 1Using an Oculus Quest headset to play immersive video games or experience virtual travel destinations like Everest Base Camp
- 2Medical students practicing complex surgical procedures in a simulated operating room environment for realistic training without risk
- 3Real estate agents providing virtual tours of properties to potential buyers, allowing them to explore homes as if they were physically there from anywhere in the world.
Related Terms
Augmented Reality (AR)Mixed Reality (MR)MetaverseExtended Reality (XR)