Research
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Study
In 2018, the effectiveness of combining stereoscopic 360-degree experiences with binaural audio content was confirmed by a study conducted for Magic Horizons at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. The latest worldwide studies on the effects of relaxation, regeneration after stress, virtual reality and interactive content were consulted by Dr. Christian Stein at gamelab.berlin, part of the Excellence Cluster Image Knowledge Design of the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. The study rates the effectiveness of the Magic Horizons concept as thoroughly positive.
“The studies show that, for the decisive degree of perceived presence in order to achieve a high degree of relaxation effects, VR is currently the best possible technology. The visual intensity is supported by the stereoscopic content, which Magic Horizons also offers. The high rendering quality of the Magic Horizons experiences also plays a decisive role here, and reinforces the presence effect.” (Quote from Dr. Christian Stein, study from 1/11/2018) (Read More)
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Binaural Beats
It’s about sine waves for the left and right ear, that differ slightly in their frequencies. This slight difference generates the appropriate beats in the human brain, which move it to the respective frequency condition. The binaural beats are available in our software for VR glasses. Delta waves (1Hz – 2Hz) induce a state of deep relaxation, while Theta waves (4Hz -7Hz) promote a relaxing, meditative state. Alpha waves (9Hz – 10Hz) invigorate and boost new energy and creativity. Beta waves in low and medium frequencies (16Hz – 18Hz) promote rational thinking and increase concentration and attention. In addition, we offer binaural music that fits the different frequencies. In the selection menu you can only hear the pure sine waves without music. Here, too, the advantages of virtual reality come into play: In a special virtual relaxation room, the movement of the wave is also shown at the same frequency. This appeals also to the visual senses in addition to hearing and enables even deeper immersion and relaxation. Binaural audio enables three-dimensional hearing – matching the three-dimensional images of the applications in the VR glasses.
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Study
Guided Breathing and Meditations
The focus on breathing and the guided instructions gradually help to achieve a state of pleasant calm, security and complete relaxation. Stress reduction is the magic word here. Free your mind from worries and the constantly spinning merry-go-round of thoughts: switch off, relax and listen to the soothing voice. The advantage of virtual reality is that the corresponding real or virtual environments help beginners in meditation to let go and engage more intensively with the content. In the software for the VR glasses there are no distractions from the outside world. The virtual environment helps to intensify visual relaxation and to gain new mental energy. Feel deeply relaxed and come to inner peace and serenity. Fantasy trips to distant worlds and fairy tales as virtual trips with VR glasses help to escape the mental hamster wheel. These daydreams are an important tool for sustainable stress prevention. They promote the strengthening of resilience and creativity. Applications which help falling asleep enable better and more sustainable sleep.
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Study
