Augmented Reality can be described as a technology that merges virtual reality with real-world environments to create an immersive experience.
It combines real-world objects with virtual objects, allowing users to interact with both in a realistic way. Augmented reality uses various technologies such as 3D, GPS, and computer-generated images to enhance the user experience by overlaying virtual objects onto the real world.
Augmented reality can be used in a variety of scenarios, including education, entertainment, navigation, and more.
Summary
- AR is any technology that augments our reality with more data, information etc.
- It can be achieved through HUDs (Head Up Display), Head mounted AR devices (Hololense) or through using a mobile phone
- The user can still see the world around them when they are using AR
- Uses of AR can include
- Making available “Meta” information about a particular location (Maps, instruction manuals for industrial components, advertising, gamification… etc)
