Augmented reality overlays digital information onto the physical world. AR applications span gaming, education, retail, and industrial training.
Mobile AR uses smartphone cameras and sensors to place virtual objects in real environments. AR filters on social media demonstrate mainstream AR adoption. Shopping apps let customers visualize products in their homes.
Industrial AR assists workers with complex tasks through hands-free displays. Maintenance technicians see repair instructions overlaid on equipment. Surgeons access patient data without looking away from procedures.