What are the differences between VR, AR, and MR?
What is the difference between virtual reality, mixed reality, and augmented reality? Find out in our VR Blog about virtual, mixed and augmented reality & applications of the headsets.
Virtual Reality
Virtual reality (VR) implies a complete immersion experience that shuts out the physical world. With the help of VR devices such as HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, or Google Cardboard, users can be transported into a number of realistic and imagined environments, like in the middle of a squawking penguin colony or even on the back of a dragon.
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Augmented Reality
Augmented reality (AR) often adds digital elements to a live view by using the camera on a smartphone. Examples of augmented reality experiences include Snapchat lenses and the game Pokemon Go.
Mixed Reality
In a mixed reality (MR) experience, which combines elements of both AR and VR, real-world and digital objects interact with each other. Mixed Reality technology is just starting to take off with Microsoft's HoloLens, one of the most well-known and earliest mixed-reality devices.
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| Situation | Virtual Reality | Augmented Reality | Mixed Reality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Does it replace the real world? | Yes | No | No |
| Can the user interact with the real and virtual world? | No | Yes | Yes |
| Can the real and virtual world interact with each other? | No | No | Yes |
| Does it move along with your field of vision? | Yes | Yes | No |
