As the launch of PlayStation VR lurches ever closer, it's interesting to think about where this technology is headed. And while many are focusing on the games for now, it's perhaps worth remembering that the tech has advantages in other sectors – like health and education, for example. Case in point: Louis van Gaal, the former manager of Manchester United, wanted to use the medium as a means of analysing matches.
According to a report by the Daily Mail, the tech would have been used to allow players to pause past matches, and examine through their own eyes other tactical options that they could have exploited during the game. This technology is already being used by Dutch team PSV Eindhoven, but with the Eredivisie favourites off to a slightly shaky start this season, it's not entirely clear whether it's helping the players any.
It's interesting, though, isn't it? Where is this technology going to go? What new experiences will it bring? And will Sony be at the forefront of its progression, or will it ditch it before it exits its formative stages? Jose Mourinho, the new manager of the Red Devils, decided not to buy the VR technology by the way. It'll be interesting to see if any other clubs adopt it, though.
[source dailymail.co.uk]
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As a united fan who's unable to get to matches, mostly due to being in dad mode lol, watching the match via VR would be an amazing substitute. With the 3D sound that Sony are using, it would almost feel like you're actually there, but with the bonus of still hearing match commentary and seeing replays. The possibilities are endless, if it's utilised right.
You can't imbue talent or expect stupid players to learn anything. Here is a 360 view of your poor judgement, lack of common sense and laziness. Yes, someone took the jam out my donut.
The world of football needs to take huge leaps when it comes to technology. They're still a bunch of guys that would've been car dealers or pimps if they hadn't been able to kick a ball or coach (Big Sam is such a beautiful example of a 2nd hand car dealer) and they're conservative as hell.
In sports like Rugby, Field Hockey, American Football, Basketball, Baseball etc technology and statistics play a huge role, whereas in football players still use methods, tactics and technology from centuries ago. The only technology most football player use these days is a PS4 to play FIFA on, so it's obvious they're way behind the curve; if they would adapt to what this decade has to offer, they would've been playing PES instead.
@Boerewors "The only technology most football player use these days is a PS4 to play FIFA on, so it's obvious they're way behind the curve; if they would adapt to what this decade has to offer, they would've been playing PES instead."
Haha, this made me laugh out loud.
Where is the technology going? Clearly this was made for Hardcore Po-I mean, er ponies.
I think this will replace monitors in the future for work. Also video calling/video conferences will be awesome in VR.
He probably wanted to watch other games while he was sat on the bench. They were a seriously boring team under LVG.
VR bung taking!
I see one of Fergies ex players (Eric Black) is caught up in the bung stories. Wonder where he learnt those practises.
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