Explore Demo Apps from Trusted Developers in Enterprise and Education on ArborXR
- September 13, 2023
- News, Popular, VR
Demo Apps on ArborXR
We’ve heard from customers that finding the right content for their XR program is often exhausting and, at times, downright frustrating. One of the most challenging parts of the process is acquiring and downloading quality demo apps.
Whether they’re looking for a bespoke developer or a specific piece of off-the-shelf content, they tell us that trying a demo app is critical in their decision process.
That’s why we built a Demo Apps library. Now, you can experience enterprise and education XR use-cases built by trusted developers quickly and easily.
ArborXR users will notice a new tab in their Content Library dedicated to XR content from top developers.
What is a Demo App?
A demo app is a limited offering that gives potential customers an idea of what a developer or product can do for them. In the case of XR demo apps, they can take many different forms:
Complete Apps
Some developers offer entire libraries of XR apps or modules. Groups like VictoryXR offer entire libraries of educational modules that can be licensed in numerous ways. Demo apps for these developers are often a single complete module or a group of modules that give users a taste of what the developer catalog offers.
Limited Apps
Developers like Nanome prefer to share limited demo apps. For example, a developer may limit users’ access or functionality while in the app. Some developers may limit how much time users can spend in an app. These app limitations allow customers to understand what a specific app can offer them.
Developer Intros
Developers like Futurus exclusively create custom XR apps. Custom apps are usually licensed to previous customers and can’t be offered as demos. With this in mind, custom developers often share general demos that showcase their capabilities – such as detailed environments, storytelling, usability, and overall content quality.
Why Demo Apps are Helpful
Whether you’re new to the XR landscape or a tried-and-true XR veteran, you’ll find that demos can be an essential part of a successful XR program.
Hands-On Experience
Demo apps allow users to interact with a product directly, giving them a tangible feel for how it works.
Understanding Features
Demo apps showcase the features and functionality of a product or developer, helping customers understand if this is a good fit.
Risk Reduction
Trying a demo app reduces the risk of making a costly mistake! Customers can identify any potential issues or limitations a developer or product may have before they waste time or sign any contracts.
Vendor Comparison
Demo apps allow customers to compare different products, making for a more informed choice among alternatives.
Instill Confidence
Experiencing a high-quality and relevant demo can instill confidence and gain buy-in from stakeholders, leading to a more successful XR program.
Finding Quality Demo Apps is Difficult
Whether you’re new to the XR landscape or a tried-and-true XR veteran, you’ll find that demos can be an essential part of a successful XR program.
Unknown Quality
You may struggle to find a quality developer for your use case. If a developer hasn’t worked in your industry before, what good is their demo?
Time Wasted
Your time can’t be wasted. Jumping on a sales call with a developer to get their demo can be challenging and time-consuming.
Complicated Technology
You have to deal with the hassle of getting the demo app on your headset. Developers often share an .apk through email or cloud, but then you have to deal with the complexity of getting that app on your headset.
Broken Demos
Sometimes, demos simply don’t work. XR apps, like any software, can break. We’ve heard many stories of demo apps that fail to launch or stall out due to bugs. When this happens, you have to go back to the developer, report the issue, wait for them to get you an updated app file, and then reload it onto your headset.
Demo Apps from Trusted Developers with ArborXR
ArborXR is the best place to find trusted developers with free demo apps for enterprise and education.
Quality Assurance
You don’t have to worry about vetting developers before trying their demo! ArborXR only partners with developers with a track record of success in enterprise and education.
Save Time
No sales calls required! With demo apps on ArborXR, you can explore and install free demo apps without setting up a call or sending a request.
Simple Solutions
Never deal with sideloading again! ArborXR demo apps are easily installed on your devices with a few mouse clicks.
Ready-to-Install
You never have to deal with lengthy back-and-forths due to failed apps! ArborXR tests each demo app to ensure it launches and works as it should.
Cons
- May be difficult to use for those who aren’t tech-savvy.
- May have to acquire 3D assets to create with.
- May be time intensive to create new content in VR, taking SMEs away from their other work.
- Requires learning the platform and rigorous attention to detail.
- Pricing varies per platform and services used.
- Since authoring tools are relatively new to the XR space, they are less widely used and have a lower adoption rate than other options for XR content.
Unknown Quality
You may struggle to find a quality developer for your use case. If a developer hasn’t worked in your industry before, what good is their demo?
Pros
- Gives SMEs control over creating VR content.
- Can iterate new VR content within existing 3D assets.
- Don’t have to wait for developers to update content.
- Designed for non-programmers.
- Cheaper than buying custom content for each app and subsequent updates.
- Easiest way for in-house developers to create XR content for an organization.
Unknown Quality
You may struggle to find a quality developer for your use case. If a developer hasn’t worked in your industry before, what good is their demo?
Time Wasted
Your time can’t be wasted. Jumping on a sales call with a developer to get their demo can be challenging and time-consuming.
Complicated Technology
You have to deal with the hassle of getting the demo app on your headset. Developers often share an .apk through email or cloud, but then you have to deal with the complexity of getting that app on your headset.
Broken Demos
Sometimes, demos simply don’t work. XR apps, like any software, can break. We’ve heard many stories of demo apps that fail to launch or stall out due to bugs. When this happens, you have to go back to the developer, report the issue, wait for them to get you an updated app file, and then reload it onto your headset.
Demo Apps from Trusted Developers with ArborXR
ArborXR is the best place to find trusted developers with free demo apps for enterprise and education.
Quality Assurance
You don’t have to worry about vetting developers before trying their demo! ArborXR only partners with developers with a track record of success in enterprise and education.
Save Time
No sales calls required! With demo apps on ArborXR, you can explore and install free demo apps without setting up a call or sending a request.
Simple Solutions
Never deal with sideloading again! ArborXR demo apps are easily installed on your devices with a few mouse clicks.
Ready-to-Install
You never have to deal with lengthy back-and-forths due to failed apps! ArborXR tests each demo app to ensure it launches and works as it should.
Demos for Your Use Case
We’re continuously collaborating with skilled developers to enhance your demo app selection, providing diverse use cases. Here are a few examples of the experiences awaiting you in our demo apps library.
VR Education Modules
Experience is the best teacher, and VR allows learners to get hands-on with any subject - from STEM to history. These demo apps will engage your students in powerful and inspiring ways.
VR for Workplace Safety
Virtual Reality is the perfect medium to train and prepare workers for dangerous situations. Whether working in confined spaces, handling hazardous materials, or simply preparing workers for life’s what-ifs, we have demos showcasing enhanced safety with VR.
Learn about these demos on the ArborXR Directory: Sisu VR, Hard Hat VR, PaleBlue, and GWPro.
Communication / Soft Skills Training
Immerse employees in lifelike scenarios where they can practice and perfect essential skills like communication, leadership, and teamwork. These apps will demonstrate how VR can enhance your organization and improve company culture.
Maintenance and Manufacturing in VR
With CXR Agency’s demo app, The Broken Mile, you experience the way that VR can enhance employee training standards. Demos like these place participants in real-world situations, offering vital hand-on experience that enhances skills and increase safety. If you’re looking for ways that your company can improve hard skills training, offerings like these can help!
Learn about this demo on the ArborXR Directory: CXR Agency.
VR for Health and Science
These demos bring VR health and science to your organization from clinical trainers and mental health researchers. Jump into a meditation session, use art as therapy, or administer a dental health checkup on a patient.
Learn about these demos on the ArborXR Directory: PsyTech VR, SolasVR, XRHealth, Imersifi, and TRIPP.
Custom VR Content for Training
Are you looking for developers who can create customer experiences for your organization? The ArborXR Demo library contains numerous demo apps that showcase the expertise of XR’s best custom content creators, such as Futurus, Roundtable, and Imersifi.
Learn about these demos on the ArborXR Directory: Futurus, Roundtable, Imersifi, CXR Agency, and VR Vision.
Learn about the Developers Before Trying Free Demos
The ArborXR Directory is the best place to find trusted XR developers for your industry. You will find profiles for dozens of the industry’s best developers on the directory. With vetted company details, device compatibility checks, industry tags, and helpful editorial content, you can identify the right demo from your favorite developer.
Get Free Demo Apps Now
Access demo apps from top enterprise and education developers for free.
- Log in to ArborXR (or create an account)
- Go to Content Library and click the Demo Apps tab
- Select the demo app you would like to deploy to a group or individual device
It has never been easier to try free demo apps for enterprise and education! ArborXR Demo Apps helps you find trusted developers, get buy-in for your project, and grow a successful XR program.
Learn about the Developer Demos on the ArborXR Directory
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