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Gaussian splatting in 2026: ready for looks, not for measurement
Gaussian splatting produces the most photorealistic 3D captures available — reflections, soft detail, real light. But in 2026 it is production-ready for some jobs and not others. Here is where it wins over Matterport and photogrammetry, and the four limits that still decide the call. Journal · · 8 minVR Therapy App Cost: What It Takes to Build One in 2026
A simple VR therapy pilot can start in the low tens of thousands; a regulated Class I medical VR product runs well into six figures. Here is what actually drives the cost — content, platform, and regulation — and how to spend less without cutting the parts that matter. Journal · · 8 minWhat Is Spatial Computing? Meaning, Examples and VR vs AR
Spatial computing is any technology that blends digital content with physical space, so a computer understands and responds to the world around you. Here is a plain-English definition, how it differs from VR and AR, and where it actually earns its keep in 2026. Journal · · 8 minWhat is a digital twin? A plain guide (and what one costs to build)
A digital twin is a living virtual replica of a real place or object, kept in sync with reality. Here is what that actually means, how we build one from a 3D scan, the real use cases, and what it costs in 2026. Journal · · 6 minHow Much Does a 360° Virtual Tour Cost in 2026? Pricing Guide
A professional 360° or 3D virtual tour costs €300 to €25,000+ in 2026, depending on the space, the capture method and how much branding you need. Here's the full pricing breakdown, Matterport vs custom. Journal · · 6 minDoes VR actually reduce pain and anxiety? What the evidence says
Yes — for many people, immersive VR measurably reduces acute pain and anxiety, and it's used in hospitals today. But it works as an adjunct to care, not a cure. Here's how, and where the limits are.— The journal, by email
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