Mark Chen, CS428, HW1
Prompt: Write about the advantages and disadvantages of the different VR and AR platforms
Advantages:
One advantage of using virtual reality is creating simulations. These simulations allow people to experience many things which can include farming, surgery, cooking, construction. The list is endless. People can also practice their profession through these simulations without putting anyone at risk.
An advantage for augmented reality is that it upgrades life itself which could be in the form of building information, catching cartoon characters at the park or on the sidewalk. Augmented reality provides information and leisure to users.
Disadvantages:
One disadvantage of virtual reality is that some people would prefer living in their virtual world rather than real life such as escaping real life problems. This could de-socialize people from the real world.
A disadvantage of augmented reality is that it could be very distracting, causing users to be unaware of their surroundings. This could lead to injuries and possibly death. Another disadvantage for augmented reality is that lots of personal information is sent to the application creators.