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Discover the Future of Immersive Technology: Dive into the world of Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR). Explore the applications, benefits, and the exciting potential of these cutting-edge technologies across various fields.

ABOUT VIRTUAL REALITY

Virtual reality (VR) is an exciting technology that transports users into computer-generated three-dimensional environments, allowing them to interact and engage with digital worlds as if they were physically present within them. This immersive experience has revolutionized various industries, from gaming and education to healthcare and architecture.

Benefits and Applications of VR

  • Education: VR is transforming the way students learn by providing immersive and interactive educational experiences. It allows learners to explore historical sites, dissect virtual organisms, or practice complex surgical procedures.
  • Gaming: VR has redefined gaming by placing players at the center of the action. Gamers can step into virtual worlds, interact with characters, and experience adventures like never before.
  • Healthcare: In the healthcare sector, VR is used for training medical professionals, simulating surgeries, and even treating psychological disorders like PTSD.
  • Architecture and Design: Architects and designers use VR to create realistic virtual models of buildings and interiors, enabling clients to "walk through" spaces before construction begins.

Extended Reality (XR)

Virtual Reality is just one facet of Extended Reality (XR), a broader category encompassing various immersive technologies:

  • Augmented Reality (AR): AR overlays digital information onto the real world, enhancing our perception of reality. Examples include smartphone apps that display information about landmarks when you point your camera at them.
  • Mixed Reality (MR): MR merges the virtual and real worlds, creating environments where digital and physical objects interact. This technology is often used in advanced simulations and training scenarios.

These immersive technologies are continually evolving, offering new possibilities and experiences that extend beyond our physical reality.

Immerse yourself in the world of virtual reality and discover the limitless potential it offers for learning, entertainment, and exploration.

UNDERSTANDING VR

Quick links

Lab Assistance: Our Lab Personnel are here to assist you with bookings and lab usage.

LibGuide: Explore our LibGuide for more lab-related information.

Respect Rules: Please follow library and lab rules for a harmonious environment.

SOPs: Familiarize yourself with lab Standard Operating Procedures for a safe and efficient experience.

Users are required to book in order to use the space. This allows users the chance and fair use of the equipment. 

Please use this link to book the space. Ensure that you include a detailed description of the reason for use. 

Our Virtual Reality Lab is conveniently situated within the APB Library on the 1st Floor, providing easy access to immersive experiences and resources for all students and staff from all the University campuses.

1.Click Oculus Support Center  to visit their website

2. HTC Vive Support

3. Reddit's virtual reality community (r/virtualreality) is an active and knowledgeable community where you can find discussions, FAQs, and resources related to virtual reality. 

4. Virtual Reality Society website offers a dedicated FAQ section that covers a wide range of topics related to virtual reality technology, applications, and industry trends. 

5. Unity3D Forum is a helpful resource where you can find FAQs, discussions, and tutorials related to virtual reality development using Unity.

How to use VR headsets- click here for an overview 

 

VR E-books:

Current and Prospective applications of Virtual Reality in higher education 

Virtual reality gaming

Virtual reality and mixed reality

Application of virtual reality for enhanced learning integration in a higher education institutions

Multimedia computing systems and virtual reality

Contact Us

For all inquiries, technical support, feedback, and assistance related to our VR Lab, our team is here to help!

📧 Email: apbvr@uj.ac.za
📞 Call us: 011 559 1632
📍 Visit us: 1st Floor, APB Library (during operating hours)

We also value your feedback and welcome suggestions for improvement—feel free to share your thoughts via email.

💬 For quicker replies, use the Live Chat at the bottom right corner of this page! Our team is ready to assist you in making the most of your VR Lab experience.

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