Virtual Reality and Its Importance in the Web Development Industry

The technology industry has grown rapidly and it’s no surprise to anyone that it will continue to do so in the next few years. We will witness even bigger development and it will create a seismic shift that will affect everything related to technology. From the way we communicate to the way we conduct business online; virtual reality and augmented reality are set to potentially blow current technological applications out of the water.

This virtual reality and augmented reality revolution will have a similar effect to the boom of the internet, which overturn the construct of communication and business. The widespread applications of these technologies will change the way we do things and alter our expectations in an unprecedented way.

These technologies will have a significant impact on the internet and the way we engage with it and browse the web. At the moment, the way we interact with websites is satisfying and it’s enough, but in time, our interaction will evolve and it will occur mostly via virtual reality.

What Is Virtual Reality?

In a nutshell, virtual reality is a computer-generated simulation where we can interact with a 3D environment by using electronic devices, such as VR headsets and goggles that have sensors to provide a more realistic experience. VR has been here for decades and the status quo was mainly maintained. That is until the Oculus Rift hit the market, which changed everything.

The Applications of Virtual Reality

The Oculus Rift is a VR headset that immerses you in the computer-generated simulation. The commercial version of this piece of hardware provides high-resolution graphics, accurate coordination, and precision tracking, among other important features. Multi-billion-dollar companies such as Google and Microsoft are investing in VR, because they view it as an extension of their entire existing commercial involvement.

Another outstanding application of virtual reality at the moment would be the VR browser called Janus VR. This software offers an entirely new way to experience the World Wide Web from our browsers. The concept of Janus VR allows surfers to walk through lobbies and other virtual doorways to access specific URLs. The URLs appear as text on the walls and videos in rooms that only start playing when the surfer goes into the room.

Surfers are already able to walk on serene meadows while listening to classical artists like Mozart one moment, and then be on a rollercoaster while blaring rock music. It’s also likely that users will be able to meet each other in virtual rooms, we just need to give the technology time to evolve to the point where that’s possible.

Final Words

It’s safe to say that virtual reality is essential to the evolution of the web development industry and it will change things forever. Not only for users but also for businesses across industries. We’re excited to see how VR will be applied and what new things come up in the future. It definitely won’t be long until we can fully benefit from this amazing technology!

More information on AR / VR technology can be found at the Ultimate Online Australia website.