Here’s a rundown on the differences between virtual reality and augmented reality and the popular uses of each. A man experiences Google's Daydream View VR headset. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled ...

A future dominated by virtual/augmented realities seems an inevitability. CEO Herman Narula speaks to Gizmodo about a future when the “metaverse” serves all. Reading time 13 minutes It’s been roughly ...

Aiming to address age-related cognitive decline, a growing global health challenge, a team of researchers has developed a VR-based smell-training system to help combat it. This innovative VR game ...

Some care facilities are giving older adults a way to visit their pasts to boost their well-being. By Matt Fuchs John Faulkner, 76, was becoming emotionally withdrawn before he arrived at Central ...

Virtual reality looks to be a useful tool on multiple fronts to help prevent falls among older residents, including those in nursing homes, say researchers developing apps to do just that. A George ...

I crawled through a vent with a loaded weapon in hand, hoping a creature wasn’t waiting up ahead. There was a clang in the vent behind. I panicked, spun around to face what was coming, and bumped my ...

Prejudice and discrimination touch every corner of society, shaping the daily lives of marginalized groups worldwide. Whether it’s racial bias, cultural divides, or gender inequalities, these problems ...

Research into the utility of virtual reality (VR) technology is rapidly evolving, including in the treatment of mental disorders. Already, studies have shown that exposure therapy (exposing people to ...

Brands are constantly seeking innovative ways to connect with their audiences. Today, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are no longer just futuristic concepts. They are powerful tools ...

There’s not much I won’t try in the name of health and wellness. Under-desk-treadmills, fitness retreats, even the 75 Hard challenge... I’m open to anything that promises a stronger mind and body. So, ...