Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that superimposes computer-generated images, sounds, or other data onto the real world to enhance one’s perception of reality. Unlike virtual reality, which creates a completely artificial environment, AR integrates and overlays digital information on the user’s environment in real-time. This can include visualizing data over physical objects, adding digital characters to real-world settings, or providing interactive experiences through mobile devices or AR glasses. The applications of AR are widespread, ranging from gaming and entertainment to practical uses in education, healthcare, retail, and industrial design. For instance, in education, AR can bring complex concepts to life by allowing students to visualize and interact with 3D models. In healthcare, it can help with surgeries by overlaying a patient’s medical images onto their body during the procedure. AR continues to grow, driven by advances in AI and mobile technology, promising increasingly immersive and intuitive ways to blend digital and physical worlds.
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