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A headset that harnesses all five senses will create such a convincing virtual reality that it will be indistinguishable from real life, designers promised.
The Virtual Cocoon, unveiled today, will enable users to go on safari from the comfort of their own front rooms.
The headsest will enable users to experience the smells, heat, sounds and sights of places such as Kenya’s Masai Mara. (Mail Online)
I don’t know how I feel about this. In some ways I get incredibly excited at the pace our technology is moving. But on the other hand, it seems like this will be yet another excuse to keep people from actually living and going on that safari.
