Oculus Rift
Virtual reality pioneer
Oculus Rift is a virtual reality headset that covers the eyes and tracks head movement, creating immersive three-dimensional environments.
Released in 2016 by Oculus VR (later acquired by Facebook/Meta), it helped launch the modern era of consumer virtual reality.
The name combines the Latin word for eye with a gap or split—suggesting a window into another world.
- headsetWearable audio device
- gamingInteractive electronic entertainment
- immersiveFully engaging the senses
- medical trainingPreparation for healthcare practice
- VRSimulated immersive environment
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Oculus Riftaugmented reality
Virtual elements on real surroundings
Google Glass · AR glasses · mixed reality · smart glasses · heads-up display
Oculus Riftnaked eye
Vision without optical instruments
real world · physical reality · direct experience · physical presence · meatspace
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