VR Terminology Explained
Navigate the terms and technology of the VR/XR world with Varjo’s Learning Hub. It offers everything from the most common VR/XR definitions to answering the most important questions related to your own VR/XR system set-up and use.
In this section of the Learning Hub, we look at the different terms describing the basic terminology that concerns VR. Choose one of the terms from the menu on the left to understand better what they mean.
- Virtual Reality
- Mixed Reality
- Augmented Reality
- Extended Reality
- Immersive/Spatial Computing
- VR, AR, XR – Which technology to choose?
- What’s the difference between standalone, wireless and tethered VR headsets?
Want to learn how VR/XR can transform the way you work and collaborate? Investment into immersive technologies (VR, AR, and XR) is growing over 50% year-over-year so the time to start is now. Every day, Varjo devices are used to speed up design workflows, cut prototyping costs, improve training efficacy and efficiency, gain deeper insights into human research, and much more – all in a photorealistic immersive environment.
After you’ve familiarized yourself with the basics of VR terminology, get in touch with our team to learn more about what professional-grade VR/XR solutions can offer. Our product experts will help you figure out the best way to use Varjo’s industry-leading technology to unlock business benefits and create new immersive experiences.