Good morning, Austin.  The weekend's almost here. But until it arrives, here's a look at some of the stories creating buzz around the technology world this morning.

We talk and write a lot about virtual reality, but what all does VR really entail – and how might it affect your life in the near future? The folks at CNet have put together a really cool special report on VR that answers all those questions in a highly entertaining way.

As tech giant Apple sees its iPhone sales decline, The Verge columnist Walt Mossberg wonders if the tech giant can pivot to artificial intelligence devices – and if Apple can win the war that's coming in that arena.

Also this morning, The Verge reports that HP is getting back into the gaming world with a new line of products called Omen. The Omen series is expected to debut today with the announcement of four products: two laptops, a tower, and a display, according to The Verge.

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez