It doesn't take a technological virtuoso to recognize the strides that have been made in the November 2017 virtual reality trends. Even just one year ago, the scale and the capabilities of virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality technologies weren't anywhere near the points they're at today, and that potential only promises to grow and grow in the years to come.
One of the best things about virtual reality technology is its versatility. Whereas many new technologies end up getting pigeonholed into a single purpose, the sky is the limit as far as virtual reality producers are concerned. Of course, gaming has been an important drive behind the development of VR tech, but that's far from the only industry involved. For example, many in the healthcare industry see promise for VR, from experiences that palliate and distract from pain to one's designed to help people's eyesight or slow dementia.
Top 55 Virtual Reality Trends in November
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Gym-Specific VR Fitness Plans
The YMCA in Minneapolis Offers a Virtual Reality Workout
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AR Toy Aisle Apps
Toys "R" Us' 'Play Chaser' App Brings Its Retail Store to Life
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VR Retail Showcases
Walmart's Store No. 8 is Imagining the Future of Retail with Virtual Reality
52
Interactive AR Gardens
Perrier-Jouët Created a Fantastical, High-Tech Garden Installation
51
Near-Death VR Experiences
New York's 'VR World' Allows Users to Come Back from the Digital Dead
50
Digitally Focused Airplane Events
FlyingLab Offers Immersive On-Board Events for Passengers
49
VR Album Experiences
TOKiMONSTA Fans Can Experience the World of 'Lune Rouge' in Virtual Reality
48
Athlete Virtual Reality Cameras
The 'LucidCam' Could Help Improve Sports Performance
47
AR Eyewear Apps
Topology Eyewear Uses AR to Let Consumers Try on Glasses
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Immersive Zombie Experiences
'The Walking Dead: Negan Under Attack' is a VR Horror Experience
45
VR Hand Controller Devices
The 'Finch Hands' VR Controllers are Worn Rather Than Held
44
Streamlined All-in-One VR Headsets
The '3rd Eye' VR Headset Cuts Down on Bulk for a Compact Design
43
Autism-Specific Smart Glasses
The Brain Power Autism System Has Gamified Life Skills Training
42
Patient Education VR Programs
Sharecare Reality Lab Offers a Deeper Understanding of a Diagnosis
41
Pain-Distracting VR Games
The SnowWorld VR Game Treats Pain More Effectively Than Morphine
40
Digitally Defaced Sculptures
Sebastian Errazuriz Created a Graffiti-Covered Sculpture in Protest
39
Virtual Reality Documentaries
WITHIN's 'LOOK BUT WITH LOVE' Looks at Five Different Lives
38
Team-Specific AR Basketball Games
The 'NBA AR' App Lets Users Practice Their Shot Anywhere
37
VR Horror Cinema Pop-Ups
Veero and WeAreCinema are Hosting a 'Haunted Cinema' for Halloween
36
Entertaining Virtual Reality Trilogies
Blade Runner 2049: Memory Lab is a Free VR Experience
35
Eye-Strengthening VR Systems
Vivid Vision is Replacing More Traditional Forms of Vision Therapy
34
VR Haunted Houses
Toronto's House of VR is Creating an Unforgettable Haunted House for Halloween
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AR Music Apps
'Firstage' Encourages Music Discovery Through Augmented Reality Performances
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Augmented Art Platforms
'art.snapchat' Places AR Artworks in Real-Life Destinations
31
High-Def Low Vision Aids
IrisVision was Developed by LVS in Partnership with Samsung
30
Virtual Video Game Tours
Ubisoft is Promoting Assassin's Creed Origins with Virtual Tours of Egypt
29
VR Stand-Up Shows
Freddy Quinne's 'Quite the Catch' is Set to Be Filmed for Virtual Reality
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Adaptable Virtual Reality Headsets
The HMD Odyssey Headset Offers Heightened Movement-Sensing
27
AR Biology Books
'Imagina Books' are Augmented Reality Books That Come to Life with an App
26
AR Card Games
Yu-Gi-Oh! Has Been Reinvented as an Augmented Reality Card Game
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AR Shopping Experiences
Mastercard's AR Experience Lets Customers Scan Their Eyes to Pay
24
Virtual Reality Live Streaming
VisitU Enables Bedridden Patients to Experience Events in Real-Time
23
Lightweight Crushproof VR Headsets
The Model A by ANMLY VR Headset is Affordable and Universal
22
VR Stroke Rehabilitation Systems
MindMaze Offers Customized VR Exercises to Treat Stroke Patients
21
Mixed-Reality Shopping Events
chloma x STYLY are Introducing the Future of Shopping
20
AR Flag-Capturing Games
Doritos and Mountain Dew are Hosting 'The Drop Zone' AR Events
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Haunting VR Elevators
Fanta Created 'The 13th Floor' VR Experience for Halloween
18
AR Quote Apps
'Streem' Uses Augmented Tech to Provide Estimates for Home Services
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Flight-Upgrading VR Headsets
KLM Airline Gave Virtual Reality Headsets to Budget Airline Travelers
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Memory-Boosting Bike Simulators
BikeAround Uses Google Street View to Assist People with Dementia
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Shakespearean VR Experiences
'Theatre VR' Has People Enact Hamlet Alongside Virtual Actors
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AR News Apps
The Quartz App Enriches News Stories with Relevant Augmented Reality Models
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Kid-Friendly VR Cartoons
'Morgan Lives in a Rocket House in VR' Offers New Ways to Watch
12
Immersive 4D Cinemas
Village Cinemas in Melbourne is Equipped with Fog Machines and Mechanic Seats
11
AR Sci-Fi Lenses
Snapchat and Shazam Created an AR Portal to the World of Stranger Things
10
VR Travel Series
'Discovery TRVLR' Offers a Virtual Journey to All Seven Continents
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Immersive Animation Experiences
Pixar's 'Coco VR' is Described as a "Next-Level Social Experience"
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VR Stroke Diagnosis Systems
Qualcomm's 'Think F.A.S.T.' Trains Doctors on Stroke Symptoms
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Standalone VR Headsets
The 'Oculus Go' Operates Without Cables or a Mobile Phone
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VR Surgical Training Systems
Side Effects Asia Pacific Simulates Stressful Medical Environments
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Haptic Surgical VR Models
ImmersiveTouch Provides Doctors with Haptic Feedback
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VR Comedy Series
'The Confessional' is a 360-Degree Webseries Set in a Confessional Booth
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Sci-Fi VR Attractions
'Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire' is a Group Hyper-Reality Experience
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AR Neurosurgery Practices
The Glow AR Tool is Enabling a More Efficient Vascular Neurosurgery
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Empathetic VR Training Tools
Embodied Labs Helps Users Understand Life from Patients' Perspective
Related Ideas
Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear
The XREAL Light AR Glasses Connect to the User's Smartphone
Practically Styled AR Glasses
The Conceptual 'One-Week' AR Glasses are Smartly Designed
AR Runway Experiences
Vogue & Snap Created Custom Augmented Reality Experiences for Vogue World
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Panoramic Holographic Displays
The Holo-Panorama X Provides Full 3D Immersion Without a Headset
Multi-Sensory VR Headsets
The 'ORDOVIC' VR Headset by John Han Lee Immerses Using Smells and More
3D Designer Headset Concepts
The A. EYE AR Glasses by Ho Hyun Rim Help Creative Professionals
AR Fashion Pop-Ups
ZERO10 + Crosby Studios Set Up a Shop with Digital-Only Clothing
Hybrid Experience VR Glasses
The 'Blend' XR Glasses Concept by Mingwan Bae is Interactive
Interactive Arcade Storefronts
JD & Snap London Created an AR Storefront for Christmas
Expressive AR Fashion
Innovation Metaverse Design Story is a Digital Collection from H&M
Child-Focused Mixed Reality Headsets
The Conceptual 'Edi' Mixed Reality Headset is Safety-Focused
Mixed-Reality Outdoor Headsets
The Nothing Voyage (1) is a Headset Concept for the Outdoors
Virtual Reality Fidelity Updates
Meta Updated the Passthrough on its Meta Quest 3 Headset
Body-Tracking Metaverse Shoes
These Full-Body Tracking Shoes Translate Wearer to Player Movements
Urban Mobility Chairs
Honda Robotics is Testing a Powered Chair Paired with VR Headset Devices
Interactive AI Jewelry
Perfect Corp. & REZA Offer an Immersive Digital Try-On Experience
3D-Printed VR Headset Concepts
The '0²' VR Headset by RITE Maintains a Comfortable Construction
Omnidirectional VR Treadmills
Virtuix's 'Omni' Enables Seamless Locomotion in Virtual Reality Apps
Virtual Beauty Storefronts
The Clinique Lab is a Next-Gen Digital Retail Concept
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Convenience Store Metaverses
7-Eleven is Unveiling an Immersive Virtual World at CES 2023
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Immersive AR Automotive HUDs
The HARMAN Ready Vision Augmented Reality HUD was Debuted at CES 2023
Vacuum-Tracking AR Apps
This App Detects Areas Of the Floor That Were Missed During Vacuuming
AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations
Vuzix® Will Lead Interactive Demonstrations at CES 2024
Screen-Projecting AR Glasses
These Glasses Generate Virtual Displays In Front Of Your Eyes
Fully Transparent OLED Screens
Veeo Announced Three New OLED Displays at CES 2024
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
Salon Hairstyle Try-ons
Perfect Corp. Created Virtual Try-On Technology for Hairstyles
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
Gamer-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Dove Launched Real Virtual Beauty to Dismantle Gaming Stereotypes
AR-Based Store Replicas
Lowe's Will Create a 'Digital Twin Store' Using Augmented Reality
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
Developer-Targeted AR Glasses
The XREAL Air 2 Ultra Creates Next-Gen Mixed-Reality Experiences
High-Power Pro-Grade VR Headsets
The Varjo XR-4 Series Includes Three Models
AI-Driven Virtual Avatars
Sensorium Announced 'Sensorium Galaxy' with New AI Technology
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Mixed-Reality Blood Donations
Abbott Unveiled a Mixed-Reality Experience at CES 2023
Metaverse Development Brands
Best Web3 Development Creates Comprehensive Metaverse Solutions
Optical MicroLED AR Glasses
TCL Unveils the New RayNeo X2 Glasses During CES 2023
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
AI-Based Salon Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. Unveils a Hair Technology That Allows You to Try New Styles
Lightweight Smart AR Glasses
Nubia Released its Smart AR Glasses Called Neovision Glass
Haptic VR Controller Gloves
The SenseGlove Nova 2 Has Haptic Force-Feedback Technology
Physical World-Blending VR Headsets
The Oculus VR Founder's Latest Headset Connects to the Brain
Advanced AR Eyewear Platforms
The Qualcomm Snapdragon AR2 Platform is Compact Yet Capable
Enterprise-Ready VR Headsets
The PNY PICO Enterprise VR Headsets Come in Three Models
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Virtual Reality Education Products
Meta is Launching a New Quest Product to Enhance Classrooms
Elderly VR Fitness Platforms
RendeverFit Merges Physical and Cognitive Fitness for the Elderly
Accessible Comfort-Focused VR Headsets
The Meta Quest 3 VR Headset is Compact and Slim
Accessible Virtual Try-On Services
Perfect Corp. Launches 'Makeup Virtual Try-On Online Service'
VR Cat Experiences
Catting Offers an Interactive Feline Friend in Virtual Reality
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Metaverse Treatment Centers
XRHealth Partnered with HTC for Virtual Healthcare Offices
Metaverse Beauty Looks
L’Oréal Revealed Its First Virtual Beauty Styles for Web3
Spatial OS AR Headsets
The Apple Vision Pro Headset Runs the visionOS Operating System
AR Piano Previews
Roland AR Helps Shoppers Find the Right Piano with Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality Projection Laptops
Sightful Presents Spacetop, a Screenless Projecting Laptop
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
Inclusive Social VR Programs
Meta Invested in a Social VR Research Team Alongside Universities
Healthy Lifestyle VR Headsets
The Conceptual 'Portalverse' VR Headset Makes Fitness More Fun
Virtual Try-On Mirrors
Hugo Boss Launches New VR Try-On Tool, the 'PictoFit Mirror'
Spatial Video Communication Devices
Wehead, Shown at CES 2023, Lets Users Look Around Remotely
Interactive Activewear Metaverses
Alo Yoga Launches a Virtual Reality Shopping Experience
Metaverse-Enabled Cruise Ships
Celebrity Cruises Launches the First Digital Cruise Ship Experience
Spatial Content Creation Systems
Sony Corporation Boasts an Xr Head-mounted Display & Controllers
Collaborative Professional AR Headsets
The Almer Arc 2 Captures the User's Viewpoint with a Camera
Sleek AR Lifestyle Headsets
OPPO's Air Glass 3 Improves Experiences Using AI Technology
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
AI-Powered Employee Training Services
VirtualSpeech Blends Generative AI with VR for Training
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
Wooden Retro-Style VR Headsets
The Stereoscopic Display System is Powered by a Raspberry Pi
Employee VR Training Practices
Talespin Works to Incorporate VR into Workplace Training
Enterprise-Focused VR Headsets
Pico Launched the 'Pico 4 Enterprise' with Precise Eye Tracking
Metaverse Technology Softwares
MeetKai Debuts an Array of New Technologies at CES 2023
Luxury Avatar Outfits
Valentino Created Digital Fashion Looks for Meta Avatars
Virtual Reality Design Apps
'Live Home 3D' from BeLight Software Uses VR for Home Renovations
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
2D-to-3D Jewelry Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Newest Virtual Try-On Technology Empowers Jewelry Brands
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Enterprise-Ready VR Headsets
The Lenovo ThinkReality VRX Supports Business Applications
AR Infrastructure Lenses
This Augmented Reality Lens Reveals Innovation Everywhere in NYC
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
Mobile 3D Scanning Apps
Epic Games and Capturing Reality Debut the RealityScan iOS App
AR Coronation Crowns
Sky News' Augmented Reality Experience Replicates the British Crown Jewels
Custom Virtual Reality Accessories
Apple's Vision Pro Gets a New Developer Strap
Metaverse Dating Platforms
RDC 2023 Shared a Vision for the Future of Dating and Roblox
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
AR Garment Try-Ons
H&M Launches a Virtual Try-On Lens Wearable Through Augmented Reality
AI Clothing Try-Ons
Google's AI Shopping Feature Shows How Apparel Looks on Real Models
AR Furniture Testing Features
Pinterest Lets Users View Virtual Furniture in their Homes
Self-Tracking VR Headset Accessories
The HTC VIVE Ultimate Tracker Enables 3D Spatial Tracking
All-Angle Sneaker Shopping Engines
Google Search Allows Users to View Shoes from All Angles
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Goggle-Shaped VR Headsets
HTC's Standalone VR Headset Can Now Be Preordered on Amazon
AI Metaverse Platforms
Futureverse is Enhancing the Metaverse with Artificial Intelligence
Spa-Like AR Filters
Garnier's Vitaverse Immerses Beauty Lovers in a Serene Spa Setting
European Metaverse Initiatives
The European Commission Launched a Dedicated VR/AR Department
3D VR Video Calls
Canon's Kokomo Platform Allows Uses to Chat Face-to-Face in the Metaverse
Precision Visuals VR Headsets
The DPVR E4 PC VR Gaming Headset Features Fresnel Lenses
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Virtual Reality Gaming Consoles
Sony Introduces its New Playstation VR 2 with a Headset
Celeb-Starring VR Horror Films
Meta Launches Vanessa Hudgens-Starring 'Haunted House' Expereince
No-Code AR Creators
Blippar's Platform Allows Users to Produce AR Content for AR Headsets
Mixed Reality Storytelling
Storytelling XR Redefines Real-Time VFX for Content Creators
AR Apartment Platforms
3D Apartment Lets Home Hunters Virtually View Their Furniture in a New Home
Professional-Grade VR Headsets
Meta Unveiled the 'Quest Pro' Premium Headset at $1,599.99 USD
Nausea-Abating VR Platforms
The 'C-Infinity' Platform is Designed to Evade VR Motion Sickness
VR-Based Chronic Pain Treatments
Veterans Affairs Facilities Write Prescriptions of RelieVRx
Sports Event Virtual-Reality Apps
Meta Quest Launches Xtaduym with the Help of VBVR Tech
Immersive Movie Experiences
Canon Shared a Unique Experience of Knock at the Cabin CES 2023
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
AR-Powered Brand Experiences
Marcolin Debuts an AR Experience for Employees and Customers
X-Ray Vision Headsets
MIT Scientists are Working on a New X-AR Headset to See Through Objects
Virtual Mixed-Reality Headsets
Canon Unveils the New MREAL X1 Headset During CES 2023
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Collaborative XR Headsets
Samsung Confirmed its Upcoming XR Headset with Qualcomm
VR Developer Acquisitions
Ndreams Acquired Near Light, a Collaborator in the VR Space
AR-Based Video Games
Graffity, Qualcomm, and Nreal Launch Two New Augmented Reality Games
Game-Based VR Subscriptions
Meta Announces the Quest+ VR Subscription for Never-Ending Games
3D-Rendering VR Apps
Prospect from IrisVR Streamlines Architectural Projects with Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality Insurance Consults
ERGO Debuts a VR App for Travel Insurance Consultations
VR Home Design Platforms
Envisioneer Uses VR to Explore and Optimize your Home's Layout
Holographic Video Game Characters
Proto Uses ProtoHologram to Create a Digital Mario
Virtual Reality Racing Games
Sony Confirmed that Gran Turismo 7 Will be on PSVR2 from Day One
Heart-Rate Monitoring VR Headsets
Meta Quest is Now Able to Sync their Workouts on Phones
Augmented Reality Microscope Prototypes
Google Prototypes an ARM with the Department of Defense
App-Facilitated VR Integrations
WhatsApp's New Update Includes VR Integration with Meta Headsets
Compact Featherlight VR Headsets
The Bigscreen Beyond Headset Has 5K OLED Microdisplays
Inclusive Custom Avatar Enhancements
Meta's Quest Avatars Get a Slew of More Inclusive Detail
Virtual Esports Tournaments
Virtex Will Host an Entirely Virtual Esports Competition for Echo VR
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
Sci-Fi TV-Inspired VR Games
Netflix and Tender Claws Launch Stranger Things VR Game Set