New Technologies VR, AR, MR Virtual Reality Virtual reality is the use of computer technology to create simulated environments. Virtual reality places the user inside a three-dimensional experience. Instead of viewing a screen in front of them, users are immersed in and interact with 3D worlds. Simulation of human senses—all five of them—transforms a computer into a vehicle into new worlds. The only limitation to a superb VR experience is computing power and content availability. Three Categories Of VR Non-Immersive Virtual Reality : This category is often overlooked as VR simply because it’s so common. Non-immersive VR technology features a computer-generated virtual environment where the user simultaneously remains aware and controlled by their physical environment. Video games are a prime example of non-immersive VR. Semi-Immersive Virtual Reality : This type of VR provides an experience partially based in a virtual environment. This type of VR makes sense for educational and tr