Augmented reality vs Virtual reality

The terms "virtual reality" and "augmented reality" get thrown around a lot
these days. VR headsets such as Oculus Quest, VR Games like Jurassic
World, Pokemon Go and AR apps like Google lens, Google maps are still
popular. They sound similar, and as the technologies develop, they bleed
into each other a bit. But they're two very different concepts. Let me briefly
explain.

Virtual Reality or VR headsets completely take over your vision to give you
the impression that you're somewhere else. When the headsets turn on, the
LCD or OLED panels inside fill your field of vision with whatever is being
displayed. It can be a game or a 360-degree video. Some of the VR
headsets come with motion tracking sensors, cameras and controller.
Combined, they enable you to move around in a virtual space with virtual
hands.

If Virtual Reality replaces your vision, Augmented Reality adds to it. The AR
technology is designed for free movement, while projecting images over
whatever you look at.  AR devices such as Microsoft Holo Lens and various
“smart glasses” are transparent and let you virtually place floating app
windows and 3D decorations around you.

This technology has a distinct disadvantage compared with virtual reality –

which is the “visual immersion”. While VR completely covers and replaces
your field of vision, AR apps only show up on your phone screen, and even
the glasses can only project images in a limited area in front of your eyes.

The VR technology is so immersive and may lead to addiction for the

isolated environment. Artificial stimuli may also have an undesired or
unexpected effect on users’ behavior.