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With increase in virtual reality usage, students, teachers define effects of living in a digital world on an individual, view on reality

With increase in virtual reality usage, students, teachers define effects of living in a digital world on an individual, view on reality

Darshini Shankar and Saumya Somasi January 20, 2022

We live in a world where almost everyone plays video games, creating connections virtually and immersing themselves in an alternate version of our reality.  According to a 2018 Pew Research study,...

Using his headset and controllers, Harrison Carter, eSports member and junior, illustrates the capabilities of virtual reality (VR). Carter said the affordability of the Oculus Quest helped him learn about VR and he now uses it for games and to connect with friends.

Despite limitations, students engage with immersive virtual reality

Christian Ledbetter January 14, 2022

Virtual reality (VR) has been failing to capture its full potential, according to an article from ABC News. Still, Facebook, which acquired the VR startup Oculus in 2014, announced in October  that it...

HiLite staff member Alina Yu plays the "Chef" minigame in "Job Simulator." Yu said that those not wearing the headset could also tune in to the action by watching what she sees from a nearby monitor.

Virtual Reality Mania: New arcade in Indianapolis provides thrilling experience in virtual reality

Alina Yu and May 24, 2018
The visit to Altered Realities VR Arcade was a great and fun experience. Visit them and enjoy the VR universe with friends.
Virtually Annoyed: Although virtual reality gaming has advantages, its drawbacks should not be forgotten

Virtually Annoyed: Although virtual reality gaming has advantages, its drawbacks should not be forgotten

Emily Worrell, Perspectives Editor March 23, 2018

On March 29th, Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of Ernest Cline’s novel “Ready Player One” will hit movie theaters around the nation. The film demonstrates the diverse uses and abilities of virtual...

A New Reality. Virtual reality can offer a wide range of new possibilities.

A New Reality. Virtual reality can offer a wide range of new possibilities.

Shiva Vallabhaneni, Managing Editor March 17, 2017

Immersed in a game called “The Solus Project,” I was enthralled in the level of narrative and problem-solving in the game. Through this immersive experience, the benefits are far more than just an...

THE REAL DEAL:
Tracy Hadden, AP European History teacher and social studies department chairperson, takes her students on a virtual tour of Moscow. According to Hadden, virtual reality allows for more in-depth lessons.
SHREERAM THIRUNA-VUKKARASU // PHOTO

With upcoming release of Oculus Rift, students, teachers reconsider use of virtual reality in classes

feature March 18, 2016

In one of the internal rooms of the CHS media center sits a row of black smartphones clothed in what appears to be goggle-shaped cardboard boxes. “Google Cardboard,” as these boxes are called, is...

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