Experiencing extended reality environments is still in its infancy and not everyone has access to VR and AR wearables. However, we tried our best to present activities that would give you a glimpse of the experiences we will encounter in the future and notice how the user experience design ais an essential component of the success of these environments.
Here are some activities to review and experience the concepts we discussed:
This website is an example of what UX design should not be. Note as you play how the game prevents a satisfactory or productive experience.
Regardless of whether or not one has a VR device, Google Arts and Culture can provide a glimpse of what non-immersive VR can be like. The site allows users to use their phone to navigate and have a 360 degree look at different places in the world.
Watch this video on Hyper-Reality, a vision of the future. Consider some of the constraints, benefits and things that surprised you as you watch the video.
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