As the September 2016 VR trends reveal, virtual technology is quickly moving beyond the world of gaming to change the way we view other forms of video content.
One form of entertainment that is being radically altered by VR is that of sports broadcasting. With virtual technology, fans are now able to fully immerse themselves in a game in the same way they would if they were watching it live. This technology has already been tested with sports such as soccer and was recently used to bring fans closer to the action during the Rio Olympics.
The September 2016 VR trends also reveal that more traditional forms of media are embracing virtual technology. For instance, the documentary film 'charity: water' was recently screened in VR to help viewers better understand the water crisis in Ethiopia. Similarly, the news agency Reuters recently teamed up with Samsung to help viewers move beyond news headlines.
Top 40 VR Ideas in September
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Portable VR Desktop Computers
This Lenovo Computer's Hardware is Stuffed Into a 2K Monitor
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Haptic VR Guns
The 'Infinity V1' Can Simulate Weapons in Virtual Reality
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Augmented Reality Architecture
Greg Lynn Utilizes VR Software to Design Layouts Prior to Building
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Futuristic Transportation VR Apps
'Hyperloop VR' Gives Users a Demo Ride on the Future Tranport
36
Water Crisis VR Films
charity: water's Virtual Reality Event Tells a Powerful Story About Water
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Historic Rum Pop-Ups
The 'Casa Havana' Club Pop-Up Features a VR Storytelling Experience
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Space-Expanding VR Structures
'Unlimited Corridor' Creates the Illusion of Walking Long Distances
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Open-Source VR Kits
The OSVR Upgrade Kit Helps You Evolve Your VR Ecosystem
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Sporty Technology Pop-Ups
Samsung's Galaxy Studio Lets Fans Experience the Olympics in VR
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Wizardly VR Shooting Games
The 'Wands' Game Lets Players Battle with Magic Spells Online
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VR-Ready Gaming Computers
This Lenovo Computer Offers Unbeatable Compactness and Tech Specs
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Automotive VR Apps
The FordVR App Helps Users Learn About Ford's Race Car Engineering Efforts
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Speech-Improving VR Apps
'Speech Center VR' Teaches and Trains Users on Public Speaking
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Depth-Sensing VR Horns
A New Attachment for the HTC Vive Could Aid in Environment Tracking
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VR Car Dealerships
Vroom's Virtual Showroom Contains Hundreds of Makes and Thousands of Models
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Educational VR Mapping Games
'Verne: The Himalayas' Teaches Kids About the Eastern Mountain Range
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Standalone VR Headsets
The Project Alloy Headset Offers Holographic and Mixed Reality Experiences
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360-Degree Olympic Coverage
The BBC Sport 360 App Will Give Viewers a 360-Degree View of the Games
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Video Streaming VR Promotions
This Netflix Clip Introduces People to the 'Stranger Things' Series
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Sound-Synced VR Paintings
Google's 'Tilt Brush' VR Paintings React to Audio Inputs Like Music
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360-Degree Soccer Broadcasts
Fox Sports & NextVR Will Broadcast German Soccer In Virtual Reality
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VR Theatre Studios
The National Theatre is Incorporating VR into Its Creative Process
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VR Classical Music Experiences
'The Hubble Cantata' Scores a VR Trip Through Space with Live Music
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Virtual Reality Taxis
Alcatel is Touring the UK with a Cab That Offers VR Experiences
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VR Cycling Experiences
Interactive Lab Sets Virtual Reality in Motion with an Electric Trike
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360 Degree News Platforms
This Media Outlet Collaborated with Samsung to Create VR News Content
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Virtual Reality Scent Devices
The 'Nosulus Rift' is for 'South Park: The Fractured but Whole'
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VR App Stores
The Viveport Store Will Focus On HTC's Virtual Reality Offerings
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360-Degree Fragrance Films
Charlotte Tilbury's Debut Fragrance is Being Teased with a VR Film
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Virtual Reality Certificates
Students at Cogswell Polytechnical College Can Now Specialize in VR
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VR Mall Lounges
Dixie Outlet Mall is Engaging Back-to-School Shoppers with Virtual Reality
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Mechanical Exoskeleton Gloves
The Dexmo Glove Helps You Engage With Objects In the Virtual World
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Sleek VR Headsets
The Homido V2 is Compatible With a Huge Array Of Smartphones
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University Sports VR Channels
University of Miami is Launching the First College Sports VR Channel
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Virtual Reality Satellite Cameras
'SpaceVR' Aims to Livestream 360 Degree Footage from Space
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Immersive VR Drones
The Vidius VR Drone Offers Boosted Resolution and Color Capture
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VR Panoramic Cameras
The Camorama Allows You To Capture and Share 360-Degree Video
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VR Building Games
The Popular Minecraft Game is Available in VR on the Oculus Rift
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VR Continent Tours
Liqueur Brand Amarula Created an Experience to Show Off a Taste of Africa
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Upgraded VR Headset
The New Samsung VR Headset Features a Tweaked Design
Related Ideas
Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear
The XREAL Light AR Glasses Connect to the User's Smartphone
AR Beverage Launches
Monster Energy Revealed Fantasy Ruby Red in Augmented Reality
Conference Call AR Lenses
Microsoft Team Integrates Snapchat AR Lenses to its Video Chat Feature
Augmented Reality Entertainment Systems
The XREAL Beam Pro is a Dedicated Device for AR
3D Designer Headset Concepts
The A. EYE AR Glasses by Ho Hyun Rim Help Creative Professionals
Multi-Sensory VR Headsets
The 'ORDOVIC' VR Headset by John Han Lee Immerses Using Smells and More
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
Attachable Eyewear Cameras
The VISOO Spatial Video Camera by Suosi Design is Immersive
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Hybrid Experience VR Glasses
The 'Blend' XR Glasses Concept by Mingwan Bae is Interactive
VR Tequila Experiences
The Don Julio Apple Vision Pro App Immerses Tequila Enthusiasts
Mixed-Reality Outdoor Headsets
The Nothing Voyage (1) is a Headset Concept for the Outdoors
Groundbreaking AR Posters
Wall's Out-of-Home Ads Make AR Experiences Unmissable with WinDOOH Tech
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
3D-Printed VR Headset Concepts
The '0²' VR Headset by RITE Maintains a Comfortable Construction
Omnidirectional VR Treadmills
Virtuix's 'Omni' Enables Seamless Locomotion in Virtual Reality Apps
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Spatial Computing Glasses
Rokid's AR Lite Device is Intuitive, Comfortable and Wearable
AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations
Vuzix® Will Lead Interactive Demonstrations at CES 2024
Educational Exploration Binoculars
The Conceptual 'BINO' Mixed Reality Device Works in Many Ways
AI-Connected Sports Glasses
The QIDI Vida AR HUD Display is Built for Active Lifestyles
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Screen-Projecting AR Glasses
These Glasses Generate Virtual Displays In Front Of Your Eyes
Immersive Sports Fan Platforms
Sony's FavoriteSpace™ Caters to the Sports Fan Communities
Immersive Sports Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
Connected Golfer Headsets
The 'HIO' AR Golf Glasses Concept by Taeyang Kim are Streamlined
Three-Dimensional Mixed-Reality Displays
Looking Glass Unveils the New 3D Glass Displays
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
Volumetric Video Creation Tools
Gracia AI Raised $1.2 Million to Bolster its AI Video Tools
Immersive Multimedia Experiences
Sony Pictures' Wonderverse is an Engaging Entertainment Stop
Olympic Metaverse Partnerhips
Roblox Announced a Partnership with Team USA and the Paralympics
Premium-Quality VR Experiences
'Sandbox VR' in Toronto Offers Fully Immersive Journeys through VR
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
High-Power Pro-Grade VR Headsets
The Varjo XR-4 Series Includes Three Models
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Immersive VR Thriller Games
PlaySide Studios Announced 'Shattered' Thriller for VR Consoles
4K-Enabled Underwater Drones
This Drone Can Capture Crystal-Clear Video In Deep and Dark Waters
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Virtual Reality Education Products
Meta is Launching a New Quest Product to Enhance Classrooms
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Accessible Comfort-Focused VR Headsets
The Meta Quest 3 VR Headset is Compact and Slim
Agile Underwater Exploration Robots
The Youcan Robotics 'OceanEye' Relays Footage to Smartphones
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Spatial OS AR Headsets
The Apple Vision Pro Headset Runs the visionOS Operating System
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
VR Electric Mobility Wheelchairs
Honda Presents the Extended Reality UNI-ONE Wheelchair
Accessible Esports Tournaments
VIRESA Provides Opportunities to Disabled Gamers Looking to Compete
Immersive Sci-Fi Metaverses
Futureverse & Ready Player One Creators Establish Readyverse Studios
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
Spatial Video Exercise Bicycles
LAYER Design & Saga Holographic Create the Dynamic HoloBike
Healthy Lifestyle VR Headsets
The Conceptual 'Portalverse' VR Headset Makes Fitness More Fun
Interactive Activewear Metaverses
Alo Yoga Launches a Virtual Reality Shopping Experience
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Mixed-Reality Wellness Apps
Alo Moves XR Creates Immersive Fitness Experiences on Meta Quest 3
Spatial Content Creation Systems
Sony Corporation Boasts an Xr Head-mounted Display & Controllers
Immersive VR Musical Experiences
BLACKPINK is Hosting a VR Concert in Meta's Horizon Worlds App
Connective Metaverse Ballparks
The MLB Virtual Ballpark is a Destination for the Global Community
AR Selfie Booths
BBC's Pop-Up Booth Lets Passersby Try on Augmented Reality Animal Masks
Immersive Holographic Zoos
Hologram Zoo Lets Visitors Interact with Animals Like Never Before
AI-Powered Employee Training Services
VirtualSpeech Blends Generative AI with VR for Training
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
Empowering Fashion Films
Victoria's Secret World Tour Reimagines the Iconic Show as a Feature Film
Interactive Mixed-Reality Films
What If...?: An Immersive Story is an Apple Vision Pro Exclusive
Immersive VR Headset Displays
The LG 4K OLEDoS Display Measures in at 1.3-Inches in Size
Sensor-Enabled Performance Running Tracks
Feldspar Limited Aims to Revolutionize Live Sports
Virtual Reality Design Apps
'Live Home 3D' from BeLight Software Uses VR for Home Renovations
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Immersive EdTech Platforms
Discovery Education's Sandbox AR Platform Surpassed 1 Million Downloads
2D-to-3D Jewelry Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Newest Virtual Try-On Technology Empowers Jewelry Brands
AR Infrastructure Lenses
This Augmented Reality Lens Reveals Innovation Everywhere in NYC
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
AR Sports Drink Bottles
BODYARMOR's Limited-Edition Collectible Bottles Engage Sports Fans
AR Coronation Crowns
Sky News' Augmented Reality Experience Replicates the British Crown Jewels
Custom Virtual Reality Accessories
Apple's Vision Pro Gets a New Developer Strap
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Virtual Reality Gameplay Chairs
The New Roto VR Explorer Chair Rotates with Virtual Movement
Digital Professional VR Headsets
This Office VR Headset Concept by Simon Ljungblahd is Intuitive
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Spatial Storytelling Films
The Apple Immersive Submerged Trailer Teases Next-Gen Video Tech
Spa-Like AR Filters
Garnier's Vitaverse Immerses Beauty Lovers in a Serene Spa Setting
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Mixed Reality Workout Classes
FitXR Slam Has Over 1,000 Classes Available
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Sports Car-Themed Arenas
Ferrari World Yas Island Hosts an Inaugural Event Ahead of its Launch
AR Apartment Platforms
3D Apartment Lets Home Hunters Virtually View Their Furniture in a New Home
Industry-Leading VR Headsets
HTC is Returning to The VR Industry with a New Gaming Headset
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
VR Horror Hotel Experiences
Dracula's Hotel is an Immersive and Transportive Test of Fear
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Elevated Virtual Photography Apps
Halide Presents a New Neural Telephoto Feature on its App
Mixed Reality Storytelling
Storytelling XR Redefines Real-Time VFX for Content Creators
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
RNIB and Twitch are Creating Change for Gamers with Sight Loss
Geography-Based Esports Competitions
GeoGuessr Hosts Its First Esports World Cup with 24 Players
Nausea-Abating VR Platforms
The 'C-Infinity' Platform is Designed to Evade VR Motion Sickness
Earth-Honoring AR Games
Balenciaga Launches the Regenerative Agriculture Experience
VR-Based Sensory Exhibits
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Sturm Launch a New Virtual Reality Experience
Sporty Smartphone Partnerhips
Vivo Unveiled Its V30 Series Smartphones at UEFA EURO 2024™
Digital Production Displays
Samsung The Wall for Virtual Production Has a Modular Form
Virtual Makeup Try-Ons
Parfums Christian Dior Launches a Virtual Try-On Consultation Service
Wearable Rugby Reports
England’s Red Roses' Apparel Draws Attention to the Gender Gap in Sports
Visually Immersive Global News
Newsflask Offers a New Perspective on Current Events
AR Voter Campaigns
Snapchat & the Dutch Ministry Engaged and Inspired Gen Z Voters
AR Football Training Kits
Asahi Super Dry Collaborates with Manchester City for an AR Training Kit
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
AR-Powered Brand Experiences
Marcolin Debuts an AR Experience for Employees and Customers
X-Ray Vision Headsets
MIT Scientists are Working on a New X-AR Headset to See Through Objects
Interactive Digital VR Games
Horizon Worlds Launches the New Super Rumble Social VR Game
Reinterpreted Immersive Events
The Wizard of Oz 360 Experience Retells the Classic Tale
4K Cinematic Laser Televisions
Leica Breaches into New Realms with the Leica CIne 1 TV
Esports Wellness Platforms
Ninja Labs and Vivior Launch the 4SIGHT Wellness Platform
Free-of-Charge Live Sports Channels
The Roku Sports Channel Arrives August 12
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Mixed Reality Racer Games
Hot Wheels Rift Rally Game is Set to Launch Officially in March
Sports-Focused VR Headsets
The 'JioDive' Headset Allows Users to Experience Cricket Games in VR
Collaborative XR Headsets
Samsung Confirmed its Upcoming XR Headset with Qualcomm
Foldable Olympic Athlete Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition is Yellow-Hued
Educational Esports Metaverses
Amazon University Esports Launches a Metaverse Experience
Game-Based VR Subscriptions
Meta Announces the Quest+ VR Subscription for Never-Ending Games
3D-Rendering VR Apps
Prospect from IrisVR Streamlines Architectural Projects with Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality Insurance Consults
ERGO Debuts a VR App for Travel Insurance Consultations
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
Mobile Esports Events
Tribe Gaming Partners with Samsung for a Mobile Gaming Event in Las Vegas
Virtual STEM Fieldtrips
Panasonic, Katie Ledecky & Discovery Education Spotlight STEM Innovations
VR Home Design Platforms
Envisioneer Uses VR to Explore and Optimize your Home's Layout
App-Facilitated VR Integrations
WhatsApp's New Update Includes VR Integration with Meta Headsets
Compact Featherlight VR Headsets
The Bigscreen Beyond Headset Has 5K OLED Microdisplays
Multiview Streaming Platform Services
YouTube TV Adds New Multi-Viewing Features for March Madness
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
VR Trombone Experiences
Trombonest Presents Musical Mixed Reality for Any Skill Level