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Virtual reality sweeps shoppers into new retail dimension
Published Sun, Jun 28, 2015 · 09:50 PM
Los Angeles
A shopper in France gazes into a virtual reality (VR) headset and is transported to the bustle of a Manhattan street, then steps into a high-end boutique to browse crystal chandeliers, a chaise lounge draped with a sheepskin throw, and designer trousers.
Virtual reality, the panoramic technology with roots in gaming, is being adapted for retail consumers within the next year, aiming to pair the ease of e-commerce wit…
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