virtual reality

Virtual reality is a simulated experience that can be similar to or completely different from the real world. Applications of virtual reality can include entertainment and educational purposes. Other, distinct types of VR style technology include augmented reality and mixed reality.

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Google AR Project Partners With Gap, BMW
Google AR Project Partners With Gap, BMW
January 05, 2017  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

More big news from the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2017 — this time for the augmented reality space. Google’s 3-D-scanning, depth-sensing technology Tango, which...

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MetLife Launching Virtual Reality Service In India
MetLife Launching Virtual Reality Service In India
December 20, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

MetLife announced Monday (Dec. 19) that PNB MetLife, its joint venture partnership in India, launched conVRse, an on-demand virtual reality (VR) customer service platform that...

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Virtual Assistants Slated To Surpass VR This Holiday
Virtual Assistants Slated To Surpass VR This Holiday
December 20, 2016  |  Retail

Gadgets and gizmos, oh my. ‘Tis the season for buying and gifting electronics, with most people placing them at the top of their list. As...

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Snapchat Is On A Buying Hunt
Snapchat Is On A Buying Hunt
December 19, 2016  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Snapchat is reportedly in the mood to buy companies, looking at everything from drone companies to wearable camera startups. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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‘Content Is King, But Context Is Queen’ In Asia
‘Content Is King, But Context Is Queen’ In Asia
October 19, 2016  |  Retail

Retail news from the Asia region is full of futuristic virtual reality from VR malls to payments. Alibaba is leading the technology action, and Pos...

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Alibaba’s Ant Financial Demonstrates VR Pay
Alibaba’s Ant Financial Demonstrates VR Pay
October 13, 2016  |  Payment Methods

Virtual reality is growing in popularity, so it’s not too surprising it’s making its way into payments, with Alibaba Group’s finance arm, Ant Financial, demonstrating...

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