Do you know about the dangers of virtual reality „exposure“? Short of a headache, no, and nor did I before watching this shocking 1996 NBC News exposé on the dangers of virtual reality.
Back during the first wave of virtual reality, in the ‘90s, there was no shortage of alarmist pieces on TV and in print about just what a bleak future VR portended. This news report, introduced by a fresh-faced Brian Williams, is no exception, but it’s still a hoot to watch it with a bit of perspective.
Beware „extended exposure“
Reporter Kerry Sanders opens the segment saying that researchers in Orlando, Florida warn that „there could be a real danger“ when switching from the virtual world to reality. He later adds that „Experts warn of possible…
