Name: How Can Virtual Reality Plug In to Social Media? by SciFri in Vortex Vibration
Duration: 6 min 48 s
Description: Facebook, Apple, and even the New York Times are investing in virtual reality to expand social networks and storytelling. Can more immersive media help us forge deeper digital and real-world connections? Cognitive psychologist Jeremy Bailenson, who is founding director of Stanford’s Virtual Human Interaction Lab, discusses the promises and pitfalls of virtual reality.

meh. vr avatar stuff sounds fun but i believe people need to be vulnerable to learn important social skills. If everyone is perfect then how can we relate to eachother?

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Facebook, Apple, and even the New York Times are investing in virtual reality to expand social networks and storytelling. Can more immersive media help us forge deeper digital and real-world connections? Cognitive psychologist Jeremy Bailenson, who is founding director of Stanford’s Virtual Human Interaction Lab, discusses the promises and pitfalls of virtual reality.

How Can Virtual Reality Plug In to Social Media?

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