XR, or extended reality, encompasses all of the reality-manipulating technologies that have exploded in recent years: virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). Even if you have a passing familiarity with these terms, you might have trouble distinguishing between them.
With Meta and Apple both developing mixed-reality headsets for 2023, you'll want to know how they differ from traditional VR headsets or AR glasses like Google Glass. So let's break down VR vs. AR vs. MR technologies and how they compare, so you can decide which (if any) you're the most interested in buying or exploring.
