Computer Chronicles - S09E22: Virtual Reality

Name: Virtual Reality
Genre: Talk
Released: 1992-04-21
Duration: 23 min

Apr 21, 1992TalkSeason 9, Episode 22

Virtual reality started out as a science fiction concept in the early 1950s. Now, VR has become a kind of holy grail - lots of promises and claims, few results delivered. This program looks at the state of virtual reality. Demonstrations include the Talking Glove, AutoDesk's Cyberspace project, the Virtual Hand, GestureGlove, CyberGlove, CyberCAD, Virtus Corporation's WalkThrough. Also a visit to the Virtual Reality Showcase at the Software Development Conference in Santa Clara, California. Originally broadcast in 1992. http://archive.org/details/virtualreali

Cast: Stewart Cheifet

All Episodes - Season 9

01Macintosh System 7.0Oct 01, 1991 02Windows ApplicationsOct 08, 1991 03File CompressionOct 15, 1991 04Computer DisplaysOct 22, 1991 05Foreign Language SoftwareOct 29, 1991 06Tandy/Radio Shack ComputersNov 05, 1991 07Laptops and HandheldsNov 12, 1991 08Computer GamesNov 19, 1991 09PC NetworksDec 03, 1991 10Consumer Buying GuideDec 10, 1991 11GroupwareDec 17, 1991 12Integrated Software SuitesJan 07, 1992 13Build Your Own PCJan 21, 1992 14Computer VideoJan 28, 1992 15Tax Preparation SoftwareFeb 04, 1992 16MIDI MusicFeb 25, 1992 17Computers and the DisabledMar 03, 1992 18Intel 486Mar 10, 1992 19CD-ROM SoftwareMar 17, 1992 20Space and Astronomy SoftwareMar 24, 1992 21Easy to Use Database SoftwareApr 07, 1992 22Virtual RealityApr 21, 1992 23Computers and KidsApr 28, 1992 24Computer Bowl IV: Part 1May 12, 1992 25Computer Bowl IV: Part 2May 19, 1992 26Diagnostic SoftwareMay 26, 1992 27Comdex Spring 1992Jun 02, 1992

Computer Chronicles S09E22 Synopsis

Computer Chronicles "Virtual Reality" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 1992-04-21, this episode is part of Season 9 of Computer Chronicles. Featuring performances from Stewart Cheifet among the cast. With a runtime of 30m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Virtual reality started out as a science fiction concept in the early 1950s. Now, VR has become a kind of holy grail - lots of promises and claims, few results delivered. This program looks at the state of virtual reality. Demonstrations include the...