virtual reality: Quick Facts

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With V.R., Passive Concert Audiences Become Active Participants • Nov. 5, 2026, 5:02 AM ET (New York Times)

Meta and Lionsgate are 3D converting new movies for Meta’s VR glasses. • Nov. 2, 2026, 4:43 PM ET (The Verge)

Swinging virtual lightsabers and punching improve pattern-based learning in VR tests • Oct. 24, 2026, 6:20 AM ET (Phys.org)

Brain activity could help measure virtual reality sickness as it happens • Oct. 23, 2026, 1:00 PM ET (Medical Xpress)

VR tours of gardens suggest well-designed natural spaces can deliver restorative health benefits • Oct. 16, 2026, 1:20 PM ET (Medical Xpress)

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