Virtual and augmented reality need a PG-13 moment
https://techcrunch.com/2016/07/10/virtual-and-augmented-reality-need-a-pg-13-moment/?ncid=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Techcrunch+%28TechCrunch%29
In spite of concerns about appropriate content and screen
time, no one can dispute the fact that VR and AR's potential
holds clear, legitimate benefits for kids. However, that
potential will only reach maturity if the industry acts now to
head off parental backlash. Both innovation and funding in
such a young industry would surely suffer from the chilling
effect of mom and dad's cold shoulder. But, quick and
thoughtful action by industry players would provide insulation
and allow the still nascent technologies to continue pushing
the bleeding edge of technology while not bleeding out.
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--Lauren--
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