The headset will allow people to experience events as if they were actually there
Mumbai: Move over Google Glass, there is something even more ‘promising’ to look forward to in the months to come.
Virtual reality (VR) technology has long been seen as the next big thing that never did come true, reasons being its costly and bulky equipment and the sparse investment in software.
Take a peek into the future's present, with Oculus, the VR business bought for $2 billion by Facebook Inc last year, announcing this week that it would start shipping a consumer version of its Rift headset as early as 2016, raising hopes that investment in VR software will finally take off.
This new headset will allow anyone, anywhere to be able to experience events anywhere in the world as if they were really there.
According to technology consultancy Kzero, about 2.7 million VR headsets, including versions aimed at app and content developers could be sold later this year. Sony Corp and HTC Corp are reportedly among the big hardware makers planning to launch these consumer-friendly headsets by the end of 2015 or early 2016.
Leading mobile phone company, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd has also jumped on the wagon and is expected to release a consumer-version Gear VR by the end of the year.
Gaming and entertainment apps are expected to drive initial uptake of VR hardware that could go on to be a multi-billion dollar industry.
The advent of user-friendly and low-cost gear will also spur adoption by educational institutions, the military and industry.
( Source : deccan chronicle )
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