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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The Number Of Virtual Reality Users To Grow By 147 Percent In Next Five Years
The Number Of Virtual Reality Users To Grow By 147 Percent In Next Five Years
September 29, 2016  |  Innovation

Global virtual reality active users is forecast to grow by 147 percent CAGR between 2016 and 2021, according to OrbisResearch.com, which on Wednesday (Sept. 28)...

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eBay And Myer To Launch VR Department Store
eBay And Myer To Launch VR Department Store
September 13, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

EBay and Myer, the Australian marketplace, are joining forces to launch what they are billing as the world’s first virtual reality department store. Get the...

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Why Slow Internet Is Holding Back eCommerce
Why Slow Internet Is Holding Back eCommerce
September 02, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

Although more and more retailers are dabbling in new technology trends — hello, virtual reality shopping — consumers might not actually get the benefits of these...

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Office Depot Brings VR Tech To In-Store Merchandising
Office Depot Brings VR Tech To In-Store Merchandising
April 19, 2016  |  Retail

While Office Depot is probably not on anyone’s short list of “retailers seriously into cutting-edge technological solutions,” that may be more of a limitation on...

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First Oculus VR Set Gets Hand-Delivered By Founder
First Oculus VR Set Gets Hand-Delivered By Founder
March 28, 2016  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Sometimes, the hype surrounding the release of an anticipated product can work against sales. If the item in question works as intended but not quite...

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When (Virtual) Experience Pays Off
When (Virtual) Experience Pays Off
March 24, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

In this month’s tracker, we explore the role of VR in commerce. Trillenium Founder and CEO Hrvoje Prpic is one of those innovators using VR...

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