UpReader: A VR Reading Experience
UpReader is a free Android app developed by Plan D that offers a unique way to read websites, ePub & PDF eBooks (Text Only) using your Virtual Reality (VR) headset. The app displays the text from a website, eBook, or PDF as a column of vertical scrolling text in front of you, blocking out all distractions and providing a fully immersive reading experience in your headset. With simple head gestures, you can control the text scrolling without any tapping or swiping.
One of the most significant benefits of UpReader is that it allows you to read in a natural position, eliminating the pain and stiffness that can arise from reading on a smartphone during daily commutes. Additionally, the app enables you to view your surroundings while wearing your VR headset using the cameras.
You can customize the app's settings to set the text scrolling speed and scroll back trigger angle, and the help menu includes two short videos that show you how to set up your reading experience. UpReader also includes support for VR headsets without an opening for the front-facing camera. However, if you encounter any issues while using the app, the developer encourages you to email them.
The premium version of UpReader is ad-free, making it an excellent option for avid readers who want to enjoy a distraction-free reading experience.
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