Top 35 VR Ideas in May

From VR Surfing Experiences to VR Kitchen Simulators

The May 2016 VR trends demonstrate that virtual reality is not just a tool for creating fun games. Rather, the technology is increasingly being used by businesses to do everything from previewing a new home to showing how good the view is from different spots in a stadium.

One of the unique ways brands are using VR technology is to help consumers preview products or designs that do not exist yet. For instance, both architecture firms and furniture companies such as IKEA are using VR programs to help clients envision what a new space will look like before construction begins. Similarly, StubHub is using VR to give consumers a chance to preview seats before they buy.

Beyond helping consumers preview future products, the May 2016 VR trends demonstrate that business are also using the technology as a promotional tool. More specifically, brands are using virtual reality to enhance the experience that comes with using their products. This approach has been used by a number of companies, including Kellogg, Patron and Lockheed Martin.

SCORE
6.2 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 88%
Activity 89%
Freshness 8%
Rugged VR Headsets
CATEGORY
Tech
Rugged VR Headsets
Untethered VR Gaming Backpacks
CATEGORY
Tech
Untethered VR Gaming Backpacks
Virtual Reality Field Trips
CATEGORY
Marketing
Virtual Reality Field Trips
VR-Centric Computers
CATEGORY
Tech
VR-Centric Computers
Interactive VR Experiences
CATEGORY
Tech
Interactive VR Experiences
VR Surfing Experiences
CATEGORY
Tech
VR Surfing Experiences
Mind-Tricking Motion Simulators
CATEGORY
Tech
Mind-Tricking Motion Simulators
Live-Stream VR Surgeries
CATEGORY
Tech
Live-Stream VR Surgeries
Virtual Reality Phone Calls
CATEGORY
Tech
Virtual Reality Phone Calls
Alien-Fighting VR Roller Coasters
CATEGORY
Art & Design
Alien-Fighting VR Roller Coasters
Compact VR Headsets
CATEGORY
Tech
Compact VR Headsets
Action Cam VR Rigs
CATEGORY
Tech
Action Cam VR Rigs
Immersive Drone Goggles
CATEGORY
Tech
Immersive Drone Goggles
Smartphone-Free VR Consoles
CATEGORY
Tech
Smartphone-Free VR Consoles
VR Painting Apps
CATEGORY
Art & Design
VR Painting Apps
VR Architectural Design Tools
CATEGORY
Art & Design
VR Architectural Design Tools
Standalone VR Headsets
CATEGORY
Tech
Standalone VR Headsets
Virtual Reality Desktops
CATEGORY
Tech
Virtual Reality Desktops
Virtual Reality Museums
CATEGORY
Art & Design
Virtual Reality Museums
Immersive Space Simulator Games
CATEGORY
Tech
Immersive Space Simulator Games
Underground Gaming Events
CATEGORY
Tech
Underground Gaming Events
Sanitary VR Mask Guards
CATEGORY
Tech
Sanitary VR Mask Guards
Virtual PC Headsets
CATEGORY
Tech
Virtual PC Headsets
VR Ticket Previews
CATEGORY
Lifestyle
VR Ticket Previews
Camera-Controlled Contacts
CATEGORY
Tech
Camera-Controlled Contacts
VR Cooking Shows
CATEGORY
Lifestyle
VR Cooking Shows
VR Kitchen Simulators
CATEGORY
Tech
VR Kitchen Simulators
VR Board Games
CATEGORY
Life-Stages
VR Board Games
Virtual Reality-Capturing Drones
CATEGORY
Tech
Virtual Reality-Capturing Drones
4D VR Headset Accessories
CATEGORY
Tech
4D VR Headset Accessories
Ancient VR Cereal Launches
CATEGORY
Lifestyle
Ancient VR Cereal Launches
Deep Sea VR Simulators
CATEGORY
Tech
Deep Sea VR Simulators
Drone Experience Glasses
CATEGORY
Tech
Drone Experience Glasses
Adult Virtual Reality Romances
CATEGORY
Naughty
Adult Virtual Reality Romances
Immersive Tequila Event Tastings
CATEGORY
Marketing
Immersive Tequila Event Tastings

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