Session 3 - Individual work - VR - AR

1. Definition for A/R:

A/R stands for Augmented Reality. It is a live view of a physical, real-world environment whose elements are augmented and generated via the computer. We usually use special glasses or a smartphone. A virtual 2D or 3D interface augments the reality effect by adding extra effects such as sound, video, or graphics.

2. Definition for V/R:

V/R stands for Virtual Reality. It is an artificial environment which is experienced through sensory stimuli as sights and sounds provided by a computer and in which one's actions can have an impact on what happens in the environment. Virtual Reality is conveyed through a connected mask.

3. What is the difference in the 2  user experiences - compare:

In A/R it is an augmented vision of a real environment with added effects.
In V/R the user has a specific action that interacts with the environment.

4. What is Google Cardboard? Why is it important ?

Google cardboard is a virtual reality mask using a compatible smartphone.

The mask enables to visualize virtual images generated through specific applications, also visualize videos and 360 degrees images.