For almost a decade, people have been expecting virtual reality to be the next major disruptive technology of the internet age. However, Apple recently upset the equilibrium when it brought out its Vision Pro, signifying that the major tech giant was putting its eggs in the mixed reality basket.

Now, the question is whether VR or mixed reality will become the standard in the next few years. Can they exist alongside each other, or will one offering reign supreme?

Participant disengagement is on the rise in everything from schools to businesses to movie theaters. Its impact cuts across most things we do. Disengagement reduces information retention, which can lower academic success and earnings for businesses and entertainment organizations.

It's almost as if our attention and retention span keep declining as technology and media evolve.