And for entertainment, until very recently, exercisers had to make do with televisions mounted on the wall, or with their own portable headsets and music tapes.
One thing that will make it easier for people to try these experiences are portable headsets such as the ViveFocus and the Oculus Quest.
The core of the so-called optical intercom technology is an LED ceiling light that transmits light signals to portable headsets that use infrared light to transmit signals back to the receiver in order to avoid interferences.
Being experts in wearable, portable headsets, getting into the business of wearable exercise tech isn't much of a leap.
The company recently began offering virtual tours of luxury residential properties using portable headsets equipped with 3-D virtual reality technology currently being used by video gamers.
But maybe I should take back my snark, because portable headsets may have the potential to help treat certain mental illnesses.
How much are you willing to spend on a so-called portable gaming headset?
The Bluetooth system is intended to permit cellular phones, portable computers, headsets and other mobile devices to exchange digital information easily without cords or wires.
The former is best known for its budget smartphones, but its bigger ambition lies in an Apple Home-like ecosystem that surely welcomes portable MR headsets.
