Licking a lollipop-shaped device can let you taste and smell nine flavors in VR. Virtual reality (VR) experiences could soon get a lot more realistic thanks to a lickable device that lets you "taste" in virtual environments.
The article from Live Science discusses a unique invention by researchers at Meiji University in Japan, which introduces a "lickable" lollipop device designed to enhance virtual reality (VR) experiences by engaging the sense of taste. This device, known as the "Lickable VR," features a hygienic cover and a carousel of 10 different flavor canisters, allowing users to taste various flavors in sync with their VR environment. The flavors include sweet, salty, sour, and bitter, which can be combined to simulate complex tastes like sushi or chocolate. The device works by releasing flavors onto the lollipop as the user interacts with virtual food, aiming to make VR experiences more immersive by incorporating taste alongside visual and auditory stimuli. This innovation could potentially revolutionize how we experience food in virtual settings, from virtual dining to educational purposes, although it's still in the experimental phase.
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