When Will Augmented Reality Get Real?
Introduction
Virtual Reality has always been unexplored terrain within technology. While the concept of Virtual Reality isn't entirely obscure with its mentions within media such as movies and TV shows. And entries such as the Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive becoming available for purchase, allowing consumers to experience the sensation. But what is next step within immersion within a virtual reality? This article perfectly summarizes the challenges Augmented Reality has to face before assimilating within modern technology.
The Difference?
Virtual Reality takes the user into a virtual environment where they are able to interact with the objects within the environment. Augmented reality is a mix between virtual reality and the real world. Allowing users to interact with virtual objects within the real world.
What's holding it back?
While some instances of Augmented Reality have reached out to the general public, one of the biggest examples is Pokemon GO, an app that blends augmented reality and location tracking technologies. According to a survey, more than half of the people who played the app didn't know what augmented reality was. The article brings up solid points of information relating to this such as the lack of presence it has, such as devices that offer augmented reality, as well as software that uses augmented reality.
Summary
Personally, I hope that Augmented Reality would become commonplace within the near future. Due to the endless possibilities it brings towards our daily lives. If I had the opportunity to work with this technology, I would be extremely ecstatic!
In-game screenshot showcasing the Augment Reality function.
