The difference between AR and VR is mainly reflected in the different technical principles, different interaction methods and different application areas.
1, the technical principle is different: AR technology is in the real environment superimposed on the virtual objects or information, so that the user in the real world to feel the combination of virtual content and the real environment; VR technology is through the computer-generated virtual environment will be completely immersed in the user.
2. Interaction is different: AR technology usually allows users to interact with virtual objects and the real environment, for example, placing virtual furniture in the real scene or obtaining relevant information about real objects; VR technology allows users to be fully immersed in the virtual world, and users can carry out a variety of interactions, such as games, simulation training, etc. in the virtual environment.
3, different application areas: AR technology has a wide range of application areas, including but not limited to: retail, education, health care, tourism, navigation, entertainment, architectural design, etc.; while VR technology is mainly used in games, simulation training, large-scale activities, stage theater, concert performances and other kinds of large-scale live activities.
The Impact of AR and VR Technology on Life
1, Entertainment and Gaming: VR technology allows us to immerse ourselves in virtual gaming and entertainment environments, such as virtual reality games and movies. Through head-mounted devices and controllers, we can experience an immersive feeling as if we are actually entering a scene in a game or movie.
2, education and training: AR technology can be used for a variety of education and training activities, such as simulation training to learn skills such as repairing cars and performing surgery. At the same time, AR can also be used for history and science education, through virtual scenes and characters to simulate historical events and scientific phenomena.
3, shopping and business: AR technology can be used for shopping and business activities, such as viewing 3D models of goods through AR glasses to better understand the appearance and quality of the goods.AR can also be used for business presentations, such as in the real estate field, where customers can tour the interior and exterior of a house through AR.
4, medical and health: VR technology can be used in the medical and health fields, such as through virtual reality to help patients suffering from phobias to gradually adapt to the fear of objects or scenes.VR can also be used for pain management and rehabilitation, such as through virtual reality games to alleviate pain and help people with disabilities in rehabilitation training.
5, architecture and design: AR technology can be used in the field of architecture and design, such as through AR glasses to view the 3D model of the building, in order to better understand the appearance and quality of the building.AR can also be used for interior design and decoration, such as through the virtual scene to simulate the layout of the room and decorative effects.