There’s no shortage of new and exciting ways to experience sex these days, but a popular trend rising up the ranks is VR porn. Taking virtual experiences and taking them to an almost POV, life-like level, this technology is redefining the way ‘users’ engage and consume pornographic content.

And let us tell you – it’s worth it.

In this article, we’re running through what you need to know to set up your own VR porn gear, and where to even watch it.

Watching virtual sex through VR

Gadgets like the Oculus Rift have been impressing the market for a few years now, but they only continue to get niftier. Once thought of as science fiction, VR headsets are now commonplace amongst gamers and tech-lovers, and are now making their way into the porn scene.

In 2016, we saw the rise of advances in virtual reality sex. And while there are still some kinks to be worked out before we can say “VR porn is here to stay”, we have now seen more than enough evidence to support that claim.

If you want to watch your favourite starlet get kinky in her very own home, then you need to know how to do so safely. If you don’t know where to start, read on for all the information you could ever possibly need to enjoy VR porn, without getting sick from nausea or feeling awkward because you feel as though you aren’t actually present in the scene.

But first, what Is virtual reality?

Before going into detail about the various types of headsets available today for VR porn, let’s take a moment to explain exactly what virtual reality means. In short, virtual reality is when computer graphics are used to create environments that appear realistic.

These environments may consist of video games, movies, websites, apps, etc., which allow users to interact with them through devices called head-mounted displays. So far, these devices only work using computers connected via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. However, advancements in wireless communication technologies will soon make it possible to use mobile phones instead of laptops/desktops.

Common types of VR gear to use

 The first thing that you need to know before buying any kind of headset is what kind of computer system you already own. Do you have an old laptop running Windows XP or 7? Or maybe even Vista? These systems won’t work as they can’t cater for 3D graphics cards such as Nvidia’s GTX 970M or AMD Radeon R9 290X – of which you’ll need to run VR content. So unless you upgrade your PC hardware, there is no point in spending money on a new VR headset. If you have a Macbook Pro, you may be able to get away with lighter forms of content – but it’s always best to research first.

There are currently two main categories of head-mounted display systems: Cardboard and Gear VR. Both provide similar functionality and both require specific hardware components including a smartphone, a controller, and either Google Cardboard or Samsung Gear VR respectively.

When hunting around for a pair of virtual reality goggles, consumers should consider three key factors: price, quality, and compatibility. The  rule of thumb is to purchase whichever option costs less. That said, if you plan to spend money on additional accessories, such as headphones or controllers, it makes sense to opt for higher-end options.

Finding the right VR porn site

 You can watch free videos on YouTube and other websites, but the real deal comes down to dedicated websites for VR – like Pornhub and the like. Other examples include Xtube, WankzVR, Virtual Real Porn and BadoinkVR.

Ultimately, the one you choose all comes down to personal interest and tastes; there are also subscription fees involved with some, so your budget will also dictate teh source you choose.

Downloading vs streaming VR porn

However, once you find the website you like, you’ll need to choose whether to download or stream the content. The difference between them is that when you download an.mp4 file from one of these websites, you will be able to playback the video as many times as you wish without any restrictions.

This, unfortunately, means that you also need to have enough storage space available on your hard drive, and if you don’t, you may not be able to store more than 10-20 minutes worth of footage at once before having to delete some files.

On the contrary, streaming allows you to consume live footage directly through your browser, making it possible to enjoy unlimited amounts of VR porn while saving up lots of data. You also won’t face any issues regarding bandwidth either since most providers offer high-quality streams that allow you to view the entire scene in full resolution.

So what’s better? Essentially it depends on how often you plan on using VR porn and the space you have available. In the end, you’ll need to understand what system you’re working with on your own PC and whether you need to upgrade your graphics card. Once that’s all sorted, all you need is enough storage space – or the bandwidth to stream – and a headset, and you’re good to go!

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