Mozilla Hubs is a web-based social virtual reality (VR) platform that allows users to create and engage in immersive virtual spaces. It provides a shared virtual environment where individuals can meet, interact, and collaborate with others in real-time, regardless of their physical location. With support for various VR devices and accessible through standard web browsers, Mozilla Hubs enables users to explore 3D environments, customize avatars, share multimedia content, and communicate through voice chat, making it a versatile and inclusive platform for social interactions and virtual gatherings.
<aside> ⚠️ Mozilla Hubs will be shut down on May 31, 2024.
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<aside> 💡 But: there is still the possibility of using the Community Edition. See link below for more information.
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What you need to know about the future of Mozilla Hubs
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| user-friendly | limited graphics capabilities |
| accessibility (web-based) | network requirements (stable internet connection) |
| real-time collaboration is possible | dependency on Mozilla infrastructure |
| limited number of visitors at a time (performance issues) | |
| limited possibility for customization | |
| knowledge of 3D modelling required (e.g. Blender) for freedom in customization |
Virtual presentations (see module below): Present contents spatially to enable explorative, independent learning.
More use cases described in the presentation below.
Use this link to access Mozilla Hubs to have more options and not be bothered by advertisments for the paid options.