Virtual Reality (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series)

Virtual Reality (VR) is no longer a technological fantasy. In fact, this technology that can transport wearers to a completely different reality, has entered the mainstream and is readily available. Augmented Reality (AR) glasses offer a new way of receiving data in visual and auditory forms, which surpasses the capabilities of laptops and smartphones. While Mixed Reality (MR) environments blend physical and virtual reality to create an all-new reality.

This book, Virtual Reality (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series), written by Samuel Greengard, is a great starting point for those who want to understand the developments in extended reality. Greengard offers an accessible overview of the technology, provides insights into the social and psychological ramifications of this technology and explores possible future directions.

The book covers the history and technological development of augmented and virtual realities. Greengard also surveys the various shapes and forms of VR, AR, and MR, including head-mounted displays, mobile systems, and goggles. The impact of extended reality on various professions and industries is examined, while the effect of this technology on psychology, morality, law, and social constructs is also discussed.

According to Greengard, it is not a question of whether extended reality will become a standard part of our world, but rather how, when, and where these technologies will take hold. Will this technology help create a better world and benefit society as a whole? Or will it only provide financial windfalls for a select few? These are some of the questions that the book equips readers to ask about this transformative technology.

The illustrated book, which is in the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, has 264 pages, and it was published by the MIT Press on September 10, 2019. The book is available in paperback, and it has an ISBN-10 of 0262537524 and an ISBN-13 of 978-0262537520.