Until recently, many industry analysts lumped virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) together under an umbrella of “immersive technology.” While VR and AR are indeed related, they are distinct technologies with different applications. VR completely immerses users into visual environments that are separate from the real world, while AR involves overlaying information onto images or camera views of the real world to enhance users’ experiences. Thanks to its affinity with smartphone tech, AR is provin
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