Virtual reality ( VR ) continues its growth with a report from the International Data Corp ( IDC ) forecasting a 2,400 % increase in shipments of virtual devices in 2016 ; with screenless devices commanding the largest share at 74 % . This uptake of VR devices was confirmed in a statement by Neo ##man , research scientist at IDC , who said that virtual reality was the main topic of discussion at technology events , government conferences and consumer expos . Particular areas of interest within this segment include content , platforms and devices with it being hailed as a game change for consumer , education , and business leaders .
Virtual reality (VR) continues its resurgence with a report from the International Data Corp (IDC) forecasting a 2,400% increase in shipments of VR devices in 2016; with screenless devices commanding the largest share at 74%. This uptake of VR devices was confirmed in a statement by Neo Zheng, research manager at IDC, who said that virtual reality was the main topic of discussion at technology events, government meetings and consumer expos. Particular areas of interest within this technology include content, platforms and devices with VR being hailed as a game change for consumer, education, and business applications.