Go further: Read our new report on how AR and VR Are Reshaping the Future of Consumer Engagement.
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| Jul 12, 2024
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How about AR and VR? We exclude dedicated AR and VR headsets in our definition of wearables since they are too bulky to be worn as clothing or an accessory. On the other hand, although smart glasses have similar functionality to AR headsets, they fit our definition of wearables. … or medical devices? We exclude dedicated medical devices from our analysis. The smart wearables market is growing older.
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| Feb 24, 2023
Meta is leaning into AR at a time when more than one in four US adults use the technology, per our forecast; by 2027, that figure will rise to 30.7% of the population and 33.8% of all internet users. AR ads boost brand performance, particularly among Gen Z: Meta campaigns with AR effects surpassed non-AR ones, enhancing ad recall for 18- to 24-year-olds in 87% of cases, per company data.
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| May 5, 2023
Similarly, Lumus, Vuzix, and TCL displayed augmented reality (AR) smart glasses that looked fashionable enough for everyday wear. And screens and laptops from Breylon, 3DGM, and Asus delivered vibrant 3D experiences without a headset. Price and uncertain release dates keep audience limited. The Vive XR Elite should arrive in Q1 2023 but will cost over $1,000.
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| Jan 17, 2023
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AI, AR, and VR are changing the gaming experience. Developments with these technologies are already changing consumer demand. As of June 2022, Meta Oculus Quest 2 VR headsets had outsold both the Xbox Series X and S gaming consoles in lifetime sales. Advancements in VR and AR technologies are pivotal for multiplayer games.
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| Apr 21, 2023
The AR future: Investors had questions about Snap’s reliance on AR, which many advertisers still consider experimental. Spiegel reaffirmed that AR is vital to the company’s future, adding that one goal is to move advertisers toward using it on an ongoing basis, rather than one-off activations.
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| Feb 17, 2023
AP/AR processes are a top-of-mind concern for businesses. US small-business decision-makers agreed that AR (41%) and AP (37%) were the financial operations most in need of updating, per Bill.com data. Existing systems often require manual approval and third-party involvement, which can be time-consuming. Payment providers want to lower the barriers to AP/AR automation.
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| Dec 8, 2022
That creates an opening for augmented reality (AR) in holiday shopping. Only about 10% of people in the US will shop with AR regularly by year-end, per our forecast. But 45% of US adults we surveyed said they’re interested in giving this retail tech a try.
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| Dec 1, 2022
Apple’s reality play: Apple has been working on its Reality Pro AR/VR headset for years, and despite pushback from some of its engineers, the device is likely to be revealed this June at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC).
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| Apr 20, 2023
AR try-ons can help shoppers get the right size and style of product on the first buy. Retailers have been slow to adopt AR dressing room technology, but the total number of US AR shoppers will rise 17% this year to 41.9 million, according to our forecast. Return fees can also prevent bracketing, but they also risk preventing purchase in the first place. 2. Promotion.
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| Oct 2, 2023
“But when we actually look at the evolution of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technology, that's getting better and better every year. And we know there's going to be a tremendous amount of innovation in these spaces ahead.”. Here’s what we’ve seen:.
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| Dec 19, 2022
The exchange rates used are as follows:. 2016: ARS 14.76 per US dollar. 2017: ARS 16.55 per US dollar. 2018: ARS 34.50 per US dollar. 2019: ARS 54.80 per US dollar. 2020: ARS 76.60 per US dollar. 2021: ARS 98.81 per US dollar. 2022: ARS 148.80 per US dollar. 2023–2027: ARS 235.71 per US dollar.
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| Jul 26, 2023
The news: The world’s most valuable company is kicking off its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) next week, and the event tags are “Code new worlds” and “New era” which lean heavily on their long awaited AR/VR pivot.
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| Jun 2, 2023
Winning over Gen Z’s ‘me mentality,’ with Alo Yoga, Ulta Beauty, and more. 3 ways beauty brands like Ulta Beauty and Sephora are using technology like AI and AR to engage with consumers. The beauty industry booms because its customers are headstrong, loyal, and social.
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| Sep 1, 2023
What we know about Apple’s MR pivot: Apple’s AR headset was expected to be revealed in late 2022, and reports indicated it could have more processing power than an iPhone, per Insider. Initial reports stated the Reality Pro AR glasses would run off the iPhone’s processing power. Now it looks like they will have their own onboard Apple Silicon.
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| Feb 17, 2023
It plans to focus on maps, cameras, and AR. It is also extending into the retail media space through a partnership with The Kroger Co.’s advertising arm. Advertisers can use the grocery chain’s first-party data to target consumers with Snap or Story campaigns. Our Take: Snapchat is taking steps to diversify its ad offerings and branch out into adjacent areas like AR.
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| Dec 13, 2022
AR technology is starting to catch on. UK retailers have yet to embrace the metaverse en masse, but many are successfully using AR, enabling online shoppers to virtually try on clothing and visualize how furniture would look in their rooms. UK shoppers are still relatively skeptical about using AR/VR.
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| Jun 15, 2023
That’s why streamlining the AP/AR processes is so important. Automating processes like invoice creation and purchase order review—which Nipendo’s software does—can help businesses avoid time-consuming manual tasks and minimize errors.
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| Jan 13, 2023
AR, AI, and more to create customer high points. AR-based experiences: Tools let customers envision how their organization systems fit in their closets and spaces. App-guided shopping: ĢAV 30% of customers at key stores now scan products using their mobile phones, Saha said.
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| Aug 25, 2023
In their homes, consumers use augmented reality tools to see how a piece of furniture may fit in their spaces or to virtually try on makeup. In stores, consumers use their phones to check prices and offers, as well as check product reviews and testimonials. On the go, consumers use mobile apps and websites to research products and make purchases.
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| Dec 28, 2022
Marketers:. 5G will improve mobile AR immersive experiences. 5G is making AR experiences on mobile devices run much faster and smoother. Improved data flows will enable marketers to target consumers more directly and create more complex experiences for them. Digital ads will also improve.
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| Mar 6, 2023
AR ads in Reels and Facebook Stories. Not a new format, merely an expansion. AR ads are already available in Instagram and Facebook feeds and Instagram Stories. Our view: Instagram famously copied Snapchat’s stories feature—and now Meta is copying its AR ads into Reels. Snapchat users are used to seeing AR on Snapchat, but on Instagram and Facebook, it will be a new experience.
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| May 5, 2023
Augmented reality (AR) ads: Feed and Stories ads that allow brands to use AR effects, like a 3D rendering of furniture in a room. (AR ads are still in beta.).
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| Jan 12, 2023