With virtual reality, everything and anything is possible, and the September 2017 VR trends show that to be the case. The technology allows users to do virtually what they could never do in real life, and developers continue to help engender that freedom of exploration by producing more and more experiences.
Beyond pure entertainment, the September 2017 VR trends include some practical instances of VR technology. For instance, KFC has created a VR experience that simulates the preparation of its famous chicken, helping the company to train new employees quicker and without having to use up resources. Further, Kabaq is an augmented reality system that lets restaurants show diners 3D images of their dishes, making menus far more appetizing than they are traditionally.
Top 30 VR Trends in September
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Bottomless Electric Aircraft
The AJet-100 Is Cleaner, Greener and Features a Stunning Glass Floor
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Glamorous F1 Experiences
Heineken's More Than a Race Campaign Shows the Magic of the F1 Experience
28
Meaning-Making Beer Pop-Ups
The San Miguel Experience Sees the Beer Brand Looking to Inspire
27
Gamified AR Workouts
ARX Turns One's Exercise Routine into a Challenging Game
26
Augmented Reality Menus
'Kabaq' Offers 3D Renderings of Restaurant Menu Items
25
Building Block Chocolate Packaging
The Hershey's Magic Box Conceptually Contains Multiple Treats
24
Self-Serve Shopping Apps
Walmart's 'Scan & Go' Helps Consumers Skip the Checkout Line
23
Immersive Widescreen Headsets
The Cinera is an HD Headset That Offers an IMAX-Like Experience
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AR App Profiles
Blippar 'Halos' Let Users Compile 'Augmented Reality Face Profiles'
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VR Restaurant Training Programs
KFC Employees are Learning to Make Food in Virtual Reality
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Senior VR Travel Campaigns
This Virtual Reality Travel Project Fulfilled Seniors' Travel Goals
19
VR Horror Games
The 'Alien: Isolation' VR Mode is Compatible with Oculus SDK and Rift Headsets
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AR Messaging Apps
'Neon' is a Social Messenger App That Lets Users Share Digital Neon Text
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Augmented Reality Implements
These Mixed Reality Tools Draw the Gap Between Physical and Virtual
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Virtual Owner's Manuals
The Hyundai Genesis Virtual Guide Has Moved Out of the Glovebox
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Augmented Social Apps
The 'Mirage World' App Uses AR to Connect Users Through Tangible Objects
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360-Degree VR Travel Tours
'Lookaround' Offers a Transparent Method of Digital Travel Planning
13
AR Home Shopping Apps
Triple Develops Augmented Reality Home Shopping Apps for Furniture Retailers
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Augmented Reality Promotional Tees
The aiia 'Teemoji' T-Shirts Enable an Interactive Experience
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Reality-Altering Video Platforms
Vahana VR is the World's First Live VR Video Software
10
Mixed-Reality Benches
Disney's 'Magic Bench' Offers a New Way to Interact with 3D Characters
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Kid-Friendly VR Goggles
Merge Virtual Reality Goggles Let Users Interact with Digital Objects
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Multidirectional VR Treadmills
The StriderVR Treadmill Enables Immersive Digital Experiences
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Collaborative VR Missions
Warner Brothers' Dunkirk Film is Enhanced by a Co-Play VR Experience
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Full-Length VR Films
'Miyubi' is an Immersive 40-Minute Virtual Reality Film
5
Safe Delivery Simulators
UPS is Now Using a VR Driving Simulator to Train New Drivers
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Virtual Rock Concert Concepts
T-Mobile Has Unveiled Its Plans on How It Will Use 5G Technology
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VR Sports-Viewing Apps
'Fox Sports VR' Lets Users View Games in Virtual VIP Stadium Suites
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Gesture-Controlled VR Suits
e-skin is a Flexible & Camera-Free Shirt for Mixed Reality Experiences
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360-Degree Closet Tours
Vogue's Tour of Kendall Jenner's Closet is Powered by Google Daydream
Related Ideas
Developer-Targeted AR Eyewear
The XREAL Light AR Glasses Connect to the User's Smartphone
Gamified XR Vacuuming Apps
'Spatial Vacuuming' Makes Home Cleaning Engaging and Rewarding
Augmented Reality Entertainment Systems
The XREAL Beam Pro is a Dedicated Device for AR
Panoramic Holographic Displays
The Holo-Panorama X Provides Full 3D Immersion Without a Headset
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
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Bag-Modeling AR Mirrors
Coach's Digital Experience Lets Shoppers Digitally Try Its Tabby Bag
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
Virtual Reality Fidelity Updates
Meta Updated the Passthrough on its Meta Quest 3 Headset
Wearable XR Neckbands
Viture's Pro Headband Enhances the Capabilities of its XR Glasses
Virtual Modeling Metaverses
Heidi Klum's Modelverse on Roblox Supports Creative Self-Expression
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
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Spatial Computing Glasses
Rokid's AR Lite Device is Intuitive, Comfortable and Wearable
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Vacuum-Tracking AR Apps
This App Detects Areas Of the Floor That Were Missed During Vacuuming
AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations
Vuzix® Will Lead Interactive Demonstrations at CES 2024
Immersive AR Automotive HUDs
The HARMAN Ready Vision Augmented Reality HUD was Debuted at CES 2023
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 Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Three-Dimensional Mixed-Reality Displays
Looking Glass Unveils the New 3D Glass Displays
AR Retailer Haircare Experiences
Walmart Beauty Virtual Try-On Now Includes Hair Color Products
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
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
Developer-Targeted AR Glasses
The XREAL Air 2 Ultra Creates Next-Gen Mixed-Reality Experiences
AR-Powered Try-On Rooms
Snapchat Unveils a New AR Locker Room at Selfridges Oxford Street London
Mixed-Reality Wellness Apps
Alo Moves XR Creates Immersive Fitness Experiences on Meta Quest 3
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
AR-Revived Premium Art Projects
Musée de Louvre and Snapchat Presents the Egypt Augmented Project
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
AR-Enhanced Design Processes
Puma Improves Its Manufacturing Practices with ARsenal by CGTrader
Lightweight Smart AR Glasses
Nubia Released its Smart AR Glasses Called Neovision Glass
Haptic VR Controller Gloves
The SenseGlove Nova 2 Has Haptic Force-Feedback Technology
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
Metaverse Fashion Festivals
KMFF Showcases Fashion Brands in the Metaverse
Fashionable Phygital Coats
Private Policy AW23 Took to the Metaverse
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
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Accessible Comfort-Focused VR Headsets
The Meta Quest 3 VR Headset is Compact and Slim
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
VR Cat Experiences
Catting Offers an Interactive Feline Friend in Virtual Reality
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
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
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Immersive Multimodal AI Headsets
The Android XR Supports VR, AR and MR
AR Piano Previews
Roland AR Helps Shoppers Find the Right Piano with Augmented Reality
Virtual Tanner Try-Ons
Bondi Sands' Virtual Try-On Experience Finds Perfect Self-Tan Shades
Augmented Reality Projection Laptops
Sightful Presents Spacetop, a Screenless Projecting Laptop
Size-Replicating Try-On Technologies
Google Shopping Debuts Virtual Dress Try-Ons in the U.S.
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
Immersive Scent-Based Devices
Aromajoin Unveiled Two Immersive Scent Devices for VR Gaming
Healthy Lifestyle VR Headsets
The Conceptual 'Portalverse' VR Headset Makes Fitness More Fun
Spatial Video Communication Devices
Wehead, Shown at CES 2023, Lets Users Look Around Remotely
Interactive Activewear Metaverses
Alo Yoga Launches a Virtual Reality Shopping Experience
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
AR Fashion Creations
The ETERNITEE AR Platform Enhances Consumer Interaction
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
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
Model-Created Fashion Metaverses
Karlie Kloss' Fashion Klossette is a Virtual Fashion Destination
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
Shoppable Virtual Beach Houses
The J.Crew Virtual Beach House Shares Interactive Content & Games
Wooden Retro-Style VR Headsets
The Stereoscopic Display System is Powered by a Raspberry Pi
Employee VR Training Practices
Talespin Works to Incorporate VR into Workplace Training
AI Fashion Tools
Virtualfit Lets Users Try on New Looks Instantly in a Digital Space
Luxury Avatar Outfits
Valentino Created Digital Fashion Looks for Meta Avatars
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Wearable Conference-Focused Technology
Bizzabo Introduces Klik Experiential for Flagship Events
Enhanced Metaverse Immersion Solutions
KIWI Design Debuts the RGB Vertical Stand on Meta
2D-to-3D Jewelry Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Newest Virtual Try-On Technology Empowers Jewelry Brands
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
AR Coronation Crowns
Sky News' Augmented Reality Experience Replicates the British Crown Jewels
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
AR Furniture Testing Features
Pinterest Lets Users View Virtual Furniture in their Homes
Self-Tracking VR Headset Accessories
The HTC VIVE Ultimate Tracker Enables 3D Spatial Tracking
AI Virtual Staging
Real Estate Agents Can Effortlessly Enhance Listings with Virtual Furnishings
Virtual Reality Dance Games
Ubisoft Prepares to Launch Just Dance VR: Welcome to Dancity
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
Tech-Branded VR Headsets
This Nothing VR Headset Concept by Ratan Pande is Ultra-Modern
Virtual Eyewear Retailer Experiences
Walmart Optical Virtual Try-On is Available Online
Spa-Like AR Filters
Garnier's Vitaverse Immerses Beauty Lovers in a Serene Spa Setting
Survival Horror VR Games
Survios is Developing 'Alien: Rogue Incursion' for Horror Fans
Virtual Reality Bendable Controllers
Minkyu Oh Designs the Cogito Concept with AR Technology
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Digital Luxury Apparel
Meta and Valentino Have Partnered to Launch a Line of Digital Clothing
AR Try-On Technologies
Nextech3D.ai Intends to Acquire Designhubz to Expand Its E-Commerce Prowess
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
Mixed Reality Storytelling
Storytelling XR Redefines Real-Time VFX for Content Creators
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Earth-Honoring AR Games
Balenciaga Launches the Regenerative Agriculture Experience
AR 3D Model Apps
Arrea is an AR app for iPhone That Lets Users Explore Augmented Reality
Digital Remote Work Environments
Katmai Rolled Out its 'Virtual Office 1.0' for All Customers
Virtual Makeup Try-Ons
Parfums Christian Dior Launches a Virtual Try-On Consultation Service
Augmented Reality Hunting Games
Capcom and Niantic are Launching 'Monster Hunter Now'
Virtual AR Adventures
Spin Genie Launches 'AR Treasure Quest'
VR-Based First-Person Shooter Games
SGEntertec Debuts the Highly Anticipated Bounty City
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
Responsive Feedback VR Controllers
The 'Bstick' Haptic VR Controller Immerses Players into Content
AR-Powered Brand Experiences
Marcolin Debuts an AR Experience for Employees and Customers
Reinterpreted Immersive Events
The Wizard of Oz 360 Experience Retells the Classic Tale
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
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
Game-Based VR Subscriptions
Meta Announces the Quest+ VR Subscription for Never-Ending Games
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
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
AR-Enabled Try-On Tools
Google Launches an AR-Based Try-On Tool for Hair and Foundation
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
VR Home Design Platforms
Envisioneer Uses VR to Explore and Optimize your Home's Layout
Casual MR Gaming Companies
'MixRift' Raised over $1.6M to Fund its Mixed Reality Game Development
Heart-Rate Monitoring VR Headsets
Meta Quest is Now Able to Sync their Workouts on Phones
App-Facilitated VR Integrations
WhatsApp's New Update Includes VR Integration with Meta Headsets
Mixed-Reality Headgear Accessories
CASETiFY Presents a Look at the Bounce Vision Accessories
Compact Featherlight VR Headsets
The Bigscreen Beyond Headset Has 5K OLED Microdisplays
Inclusive Custom Avatar Enhancements
Meta's Quest Avatars Get a Slew of More Inclusive Detail
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