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This exploration delves into the history, development, and future of virtual reality, a transformative technology highlighted by award-winning journalist David Ewalt. Originating from his 2015 Forbes cover story on the Oculus Rift and its creator, Palmer Luckey, the narrative reveals how VR is poised to change our lives. While many are aware of VR gadgets and its potential, the profound impact this technology will have on our daily existence is often underestimated. Immersive simulations allow individuals to experience extraordinary scenarios, from standing atop Mount Everest to participating in a marathon from an Olympic champion's perspective, or even flying as a dragon through the universe. Beyond entertainment, virtual and augmented reality will influence numerous sectors, including commerce, medicine, and politics, with applications that seem limitless. This vision, often perceived as science fiction, is backed by substantial investments from major companies like Facebook, Google, and Sony. Ewalt traces the evolution of these technologies from ancient amphitheaters to modern innovations, highlighting the journey through both triumphs and setbacks. He examines how businesses are leveraging VR to reshape the world and offers insights into what lies ahead. With a blend of firsthand accounts and thorough reporting, this work presents a compelling view of how virtual reality will transform our interactions, work, and leisure a
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Defying Reality, David M. Ewalt
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2018
- Rilegatura
- (Copertina rigida),
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- In buone condizioni
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- 2,39 €
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- Titolo
- Defying Reality
- Sottotitolo
- The Inside Story of the Virtual Reality Revolution
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- David M. Ewalt
- Editore
- Blue Rider Press
- Pubblicato
- 2018
- Formato
- Copertina rigida
- Pagine
- 288
- ISBN10
- 110198371X
- ISBN13
- 9781101983713
- Serie
- Categoria
- Descrizione
- This exploration delves into the history, development, and future of virtual reality, a transformative technology highlighted by award-winning journalist David Ewalt. Originating from his 2015 Forbes cover story on the Oculus Rift and its creator, Palmer Luckey, the narrative reveals how VR is poised to change our lives. While many are aware of VR gadgets and its potential, the profound impact this technology will have on our daily existence is often underestimated. Immersive simulations allow individuals to experience extraordinary scenarios, from standing atop Mount Everest to participating in a marathon from an Olympic champion's perspective, or even flying as a dragon through the universe. Beyond entertainment, virtual and augmented reality will influence numerous sectors, including commerce, medicine, and politics, with applications that seem limitless. This vision, often perceived as science fiction, is backed by substantial investments from major companies like Facebook, Google, and Sony. Ewalt traces the evolution of these technologies from ancient amphitheaters to modern innovations, highlighting the journey through both triumphs and setbacks. He examines how businesses are leveraging VR to reshape the world and offers insights into what lies ahead. With a blend of firsthand accounts and thorough reporting, this work presents a compelling view of how virtual reality will transform our interactions, work, and leisure a