The advanced virtual reality experiences being presented today reach well beyond the tradition use of elevated video game experiences. While this is still a popular use for the virtual reality world, there are many other uses that include health and healthy active lifestyle encouragement devices. There are virtual reality hospitals created to offer realistic training to medical professionals. This offers a deeper insight of knowledge when compared to a textbook. It combines the practical and theoretical outlets for medical professionals.
There is also the use of virtual reality gyms that allow participants to get a full workout without leaving their homes. This offers a better level of fitness as compared to ordinary home workouts that allow participants to become disinterested or distracted.
Through advanced virtual reality, we can expect to see more virtual tours, training and educational tools that will improve our professional and personal lives.
38 Advanced Virtual Reality Ideas
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Couture VR Experiences
Dior Eyes is a Branded Virtual Reality Headset for Interacting with Clients
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Virtual Reality Home Gyms
Icaros by HYVE Provides a Stimulating and Entertaining Way to Work Out
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Nature Walk Simulators
Merrell's Virtual Reality Experience Highlights the Beauty of Nature
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Virtual Reality Airlines
Qantas and Samsung Collaborate to Offer Virtual Reality in the Air
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Retro Virtual Reality Devices
Mattel Partners with Google to Bring Back the View-master
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Theme Park Simulators
Samsung's eMotion Project Prescribes Virtual Reality as Medical Treatment
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VR Vending Machines
The Acure Drink Dispenser Mimics a Store Shelf to Provide Product Info
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Immersive Whiskey Simulators
Jim Beam's Virtual Reality Simulator Puts You in the Place of Whiskey
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Virtual Festival Tours
Field Trip's Music Festival Experience Entertains with VR Between Sets
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Virtual Reality Immersion Art
The 'Seeing I' Project Will Explore Our Relationship With Technology
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Augmented Reality Helmets
Caputer Labs Unveils an Iron Man-Like Headset at CES 2015
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VR Shopping Campaigns
Westfield's Future Fashion Project Leverages Augmented Reality
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Virtual Reality Hospitals
The Miami Children's Hospital is Experimenting with Virtual Reality
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Virtual Bike Race Technology
VeloReality's Indoor Cycling Videos Let Riders Race in Cold Weather
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Virtual Reality Controllers
The Magnum Motion Controller Doesn't Require a Screen
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Virtual Reality Car Dealerships
The Audi VR Experience Serves as a Mobile Car Dealership
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VR Movie-Making Techniques
North Face's SXSW Virtual Reality Event Relies on Google Cardboad
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Virtual Reality Command Centres
The Portable Command Centre is a Virtual Military Command Post
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Motion-Controlled VR Lightsabers
The Sixense STEM Allows People to Channel Their Inner Jedi
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Virtual Reality Concerts
Visualise's 360-Degree Virtual Concert is Headlined by Kasabian
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Automobile Virtual Reality Headsets
The Audi Virtual Reality Headsets Aid Car Configuration
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Virtual Reality Swing Sets
The Swing Virtual Reality Program is Used While Riding a Swing Set
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VR Football Training Technology
The Dallas Cowboys to Use Virtual Reality to Train Quarterbacks
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Virtual Reality Language Platforms
Learn Immersive's Virtual Reality Helps You Learn Languages
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Virtual Reality Social Media
AltspaceVR Lets People Engage Socially with Media in a Virtual Space
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Virtual Learning Headsets
Google Expedition Introduces Virtual Reality to the Classroom
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Virtual Reality Pop-Ups
The VOID Center Gives Participants a Full Body and Mind Virtual Experience
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VR Social Media Platforms
The Swerve App Lets People Monitor Twitter Feeds in the Virtual Space
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Galactic Virtual Therapy
NASA is Developing Multisensory Experiences to Keep Astronauts Sane
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Sun-Gazing Simulations
This Oculus Rift Experience Has You Safely Stare at the Sun
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Augmented Reality Engines
The Cimagine System Lets You Place Objects in Virtual Reality
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Virtual Space Travels
Earthlight Lets You Virtually Explore the International Space Station
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Assembly Line Simulators
Chrysler's Virtual Reality Experience Shows How Its Cars Are Made
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Virtual Dinner Parties
The Doghouse Puts People Around the Table for an Awkward Family Dinner
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VR Video Platforms
'vcemo' is a Video Platform Devoted to Streaming Virtual Reality Content
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Virtual Reality Births
Samsung's LifeLIVE Helps a Father Connect as His Baby is Born
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VR Design Programs
Point.P's Virtual Reality Tools Let Homeowners Create a Custom House
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Off-Road Auto Simulations
Chevrolet's 'CoDriver' Virtually Takes You Through Rugged Terrain
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Custom Luxury Minibuses
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Inexpensive 3D-Printed Cars
Sanya Sihai's Printed Car Exemplifies Affordable Transportation
Virtual Reality Parties
The Google Cardboard SXSW Party Creates a Space for Virtual Fun
Augmented Auto Eyewear
The MINI Augmented Vision Improves Driving Capabilities
Futuristic Electric Cars
The Audi R8 e-tron is a High-Performance Electric Beast
Couture VR Experiences
Dior Eyes is a Branded Virtual Reality Headset for Interacting with Clients
Virtual Reality Home Gyms
Icaros by HYVE Provides a Stimulating and Entertaining Way to Work Out
Wearable Headphone Screens
The Mask Personal Movie Theater by Dashbon is Extremely Portable
Virtual Technology Shops
Google's Virtual Shop Simulates its Branded Retail Space in London
Vanguard Spaceship Concepts
NASA's IXS Enterprise Model is Conceived by Artist Mark Rademaker
Thermal Night Vision Goggles
These Military Goggles Combine Thermal Imaging & Night Vision Systems
Ten-Engine Electric Planes
NASA's GL-10 Plane Can Take Off Vertically Like a Helicopter
Innovative Gaming Tablets
A 10-Inch Curved Screen Establishes an Immersive Play Experience
Theme Park Simulators
Samsung's eMotion Project Prescribes Virtual Reality as Medical Treatment
All-Terrain Crossover Cars
The Audi Prologue is a Hyper-Powered Sport Crossover Concept
Heartbeat-Infused DJ Sets
The 3M Science Campaign is Launching at This Year's SXSW
Songstress Couture Ads
This Rihanna Dior Campaign Highlights Youthful and Luxe Staples
Immersive Whiskey Simulators
Jim Beam's Virtual Reality Simulator Puts You in the Place of Whiskey
Virtual Festival Tours
Field Trip's Music Festival Experience Entertains with VR Between Sets
Modernized Fantasy Worlds
The Google Westeros Map Complements the Author's Rich Imagination
VR Shopping Campaigns
Westfield's Future Fashion Project Leverages Augmented Reality
Virtual Reality Hospitals
The Miami Children's Hospital is Experimenting with Virtual Reality
Odorous Virtual Reality Masks
The Feelreal VR Mask Lets You Experience Virtual Scents and Touch
Wearable Cockpits
BAE Systems' Wearable Cockpit Won't Require Hardware Upgrades
Elevated Urban Oases
The Seoul Skygarden by MVRDV Gives the High Line a Run for Its Money
Social Wedding Websites
The Wedding Party App Keeps One's Big Day Connected and On Schedule
Virtual Reality Car Dealerships
The Audi VR Experience Serves as a Mobile Car Dealership
Emoji Analysis Campaigns
Old Navy's Emoodji Reveals Insights Based on Popular Emoji Use
Affordable Gamer VR Headsets
The Oculus Rift Consumer Edition Works with Xbox One Controller
Property-Exploring Headsets
This Cardboard VR Headset is Bringing Virtual Reality to Real Estate
Reinvented Art Shows
Samsung S6 Edge on O2 is Celebrated with the 'Edge of the Canvas' Exhibit
Live-Streaming Soda Campaigns
The Mountain Dew Brand is Using Periscope to Boost Engagement
Data-Free Messaging Apps
The Jott App Works Without a Data Plan or Wifi Connection
Social Media Magazines
Ballantine has Launched an Interactive Whiskey Magazine on Instagram
Interactive Health Initiatives
The Presence of Philips At SXSW Allows For Fun Health Comparisons
Couture Comic Books
Annie Goetzinger's Girl in Dior Celebrates the Luxury Brand's History
Driver-Shaming Apps
The 'Towit' Photo-Shaming App Lets You Call Out Drivers Who Park Poorly
VR Movie-Making Techniques
North Face's SXSW Virtual Reality Event Relies on Google Cardboad
Virtual Reality Command Centres
The Portable Command Centre is a Virtual Military Command Post
Hand-Rendered Logo Illustrations
This Art Series Re-Imagines Brand Identities of Popular Companies
Mobile Payment Cases
Samsung's Acquisition of LoopPay Could Result in an Apple Pay Competitior
Touchscreen Clothing
Project Jacquard is Envisioning Clothing Made With Smart Yarn
Virtual Reality Swing Sets
The Swing Virtual Reality Program is Used While Riding a Swing Set
VR Action Movie Experiences
This Insurgent Film Short Gives Fans an Immersive Experience at SXSW
Augmented Sausage Packaging
Bemis' Transforms Branding with Interactive Package Systems
Creatively Folded Cartography
Origami Map Were Made to Prompt Business's Google Maps Registration
Branded Yoga Breaks
SXSW 2015 Goers Embrace Healthy Networking in Between Events
Curated News Apps
‘Nuzzel’ is a New App That Shows Users What Articles Their Friends are Reading
VR Football Training Technology
The Dallas Cowboys to Use Virtual Reality to Train Quarterbacks
Modular Strap Watches
The Pebble Time Watch's Straps Can Be Easily Swapped Out
Social Media Sports Streams
Facebook Will Livestream March Madness Festivities from SXSW 2015
Virtual Reality Social Media
AltspaceVR Lets People Engage Socially with Media in a Virtual Space
Hybrid Rocket Engines
The SABRE Engine Concept Behaves As Both a Jet and a Rocket
Data-Yielding Space Apps
The NASA Asteroid Hunter App is for the Citizen Scientist
Concept Gaming Galleries
The SXSW Gaming Concept Gallery Lets You Test-Drive Concept Games
Haptic Gaming Gloves
This Haptic Glove Lets Gamers Feel Virtual Objects
Haunted House Apps
The 'Night Terrors' App is a Nightmarish Augmented Reality Game
Social Flip Books
Google France's Twitter Account Doubles as an Interactive Social Media Flip Book
Young Driver Dashboards
Chevrolet's Teen Driver Safety System Helps Parents Monitor Skills
Virtual Learning Headsets
Google Expedition Introduces Virtual Reality to the Classroom
Virtual Reality Pop-Ups
The VOID Center Gives Participants a Full Body and Mind Virtual Experience
Illusory Furniture Commercials
OK Go's Red Star Macalline Ad Captivates with Visual Trickery
Augmented Reality Commuter Screens
The Seat Back Entertainment on Glasgow Shuttle Buses is Hi-Tech
VR Social Media Platforms
The Swerve App Lets People Monitor Twitter Feeds in the Virtual Space
Galactic Virtual Therapy
NASA is Developing Multisensory Experiences to Keep Astronauts Sane
Digital Interface Projectors
The Touchjet Pond Turns Any Surface Into a Working Touchscreen
Lightweight Supercars
The Ultima Evolution Offers Top-Notch Performance and Safety
Search Engine Takeout Services
Google Added a Tool Allowing Uses to Directly Order Takout
Millennial-Targeting Smartphones
Mark Childs Dicusses the Features of the New Samsung Smartphones
Crowdsourced Martian Challenges
NASA's Journey to Mars Challenge is Seeking Technology Solutions
Minimalist Social Media Makeovers
The New Instagram Layout Includes Larger Photographs
Gesture Recognition Projects
Google's Project Soli Imagines the Future of UI for Objects
Branded Livestreaming Apps
Comcast's Xfinity Share Helps Create and Share Livestream Video Content
Russian Space Tourism
Russia Announces Re-Opening It's Space Tourism Program in 2018
Augmented Reality Packaging
A Limited Edition Appletiser Boasts an Augmented Reality Bottle
Offline Navigation Searches
The Google Maps Offline Features Just Became More Sophisticated
Immersive Input Devices
This Feet-Incorporating VR Controller Makes Gaming More Realistic
Virtual Dinner Parties
The Doghouse Puts People Around the Table for an Awkward Family Dinner
Amateur Astronomy Apps
A New Free App Helps NASA Discover New Asteroids
Android Auto Displays (UPDATE)
The Google-Powered Interface is Now Available in Hyundai Vehicles
Erotic Virtual Reality (UPDATE)
A$AP Ferg and Fetty Wap Watch Virtual Reality Porn for Complex
Virtual Reality Births
Samsung's LifeLIVE Helps a Father Connect as His Baby is Born
Search Engine Photo Storage
Google Photos Offers People Unlimited Space in a Private Capacity
Sleek Hybrid SUVs
The Audi Q7 Hybrid is Targeted Towards the Chinese Auto Market
Off-Road Auto Simulations
Chevrolet's 'CoDriver' Virtually Takes You Through Rugged Terrain
Asteroid-Exploring Software
This Browser-Based Application Lets You Explore the Asteroid Vesta
360-Degree Music Videos
The Bjork 'Stonemilker' Video Uses YouTube's 360-Degree Capability