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Our environment is a critical part of the eating experience (Photo: AFP)

Research suggests people's taste may be altered using virtual reality

When we eat, we perceive not only just the taste and aroma of foods, we get sensory input from our surroundings - eyes,...

16 Oct 2018 3:46 PM

The Pokemon Go phenomenon had taken the world by storm. Since its launch in July this year, some bizarre real-life incidents were encountered by many users who had played the game. Here are some weirdest incidents that happened during the year.

Technology trends that are changing the face of gaming in India

VR adoption which is quite low globally and even more in India depends on that killer game that becomes a must-have.

13 Nov 2018 9:21 AM

This mirror is expected to combine reflected and transmitted images.

Amazon patents 'blended-reality' mirror

Amazon has reportedly filed a patent for this new kind of mirror which will help one dress up' in virtual clothes.

4 Jan 2018 11:32 AM

There is also a 12-month limited warranty on purchase of the HTC Vive Business Edition in India.

HTC unveils Vive Business Edition VR headset in India

Alongside the full Vive VR system, Vive Business Edition comes with commercial licensing and a bulk of purchasing option...

22 Feb 2018 9:18 AM

Up to 90% of people with psychosis suffer from paranoid thoughts, leading them to perceive threats where there are none. (Photo: Pixabay)

Virtual reality may reduce paranoia in psychotics: study

Exposure to virtual reality did not increase the time participants subsequently spent with other people.

10 Feb 2018 8:47 AM

Bank customers speak with a robot at an automated branch, dubbed Chinas first unmanned bank. (Photo: AP)

Shanghai gets automated bank with VR, robots, face scanning

A state-owned Chinese bank has opened an automated branch equipped with facial-scanning software, a virtual reality room...

23 April 2018 10:41 AM

The HP Z VR Backpack claims to be a catalyst for more VR experiences across many enterprises and businesses.

HP debuts Virtual Reality solutions and services for businesses in...

The opportunities for commercial VR are limitless for businesses in product design, architecture, healthcare, automotive...

21 April 2018 9:44 AM

Mixed reality blends virtual reality with the real world. (Photo: AP)

New virtual game lets you trek through Grand Canyon

Participants of the study were grouped together and competed against one another in weekly walking challenges each week.

15 July 2018 12:31 PM

The companys aim of this solution is to motivate learners and education providers to explore immersive technologies world.

Veative launches Virtual Reality Learn Solution

Veative uses immersive technologies such as 3D, VR, AR and MR with an objective to bring significant educational...

13 July 2018 2:13 PM

It can also adapt to changes to the route made by the walker, making it possible to transform a simple walk to a grocery store into a walk through Times Square.

Microsoft's latest VR project is a virtual walk in the park

The DreamWalker VR system allows users to experience immersive experiences in open locations while travelling along a...

23 Oct 2019 2:29 AM

One of the downsides for people is that the phone becomes inaccessible when strapped inside the VR headset.

Pixel 4 doesn't support Daydream as Google steps out of phone-based VR

The company said that phone-based VR is not a viable long-term solution and there hasn't been broad adoption as...

17 Oct 2019 3:00 AM

In particular, Brazil, Russia, India and China agreed strongly that technology can positively impact values.

Smart devices and VR are making Indians more open-minded and tolerant

88 percent of respondents in India believe that virtual reality has the potential to increase understanding of other...

15 Oct 2019 5:57 AM