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8 Augmented Reality Trends in 2021

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The concept of augmented reality is no longer new. In the last couple of years, AR has experienced tremendous growth and popularity as big technology giants like Google, Amazon, Apple have adopted the technology. It is worth exploring the different trends that are surging in the augmented reality market.

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Amazon Goes Virtual: Shop For Products In VR & AR

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Earlier this week, the popular online retailer Amazon launched “Amazon Anywhere,” a new shopping experience that enables customers to purchase physical products from the Amazon store without having to leave their favorite games and apps. This includes VR experiences as well as augmented reality (AR) mobile apps.

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Which Startups Are Hiring for Augmented Reality Jobs?

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In 2019, the demand growth for augmented reality and virtual reality engineers skyrocketed 1400% from the previous year, surpassing the demand for blockchain engineers (the most in-demand skill in 2018). Venture capital investment in augmented reality and virtual reality hit $4.1

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Amazon Introduces AR Packages In Celebration Of Halloween

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Customers who purchase an item through Amazon now until Halloween can expect a little surprise with their eco-friendly boxes. Until October 31st, Amazon will be distributing its products via special Halloween-themed packaging that allows customers to design their own augmented reality jack-o’-lantern.

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The Quick Guide to Augmented Reality Deployment in the Enterprise

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In the last five years, augmented reality technology has evolved far beyond its most widespread adoption ever – killing digital critters on Pokémon Go. No wonder research from Markets and Markets predicts that augmented reality is going to be a 72.7 Know What Augmented Reality Can Do – And What You Can Do With It.

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Amazon Salon Lets You Sample Hair Colors Using AR

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Amazon’s first in-person haircare and styling center offers AR hair consultation as well as point-and-learn technology. Here, customers can enjoy a streamlined hair care experience powered by a wide range of Amazon technology. Image Credit: Amazon. Image Credit: Amazon. Feature Image Credit: Amazon.

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Hexa and Amazon Redefine Immersive Retail Experiences by Empowering Merchants

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Virtual try-ons and mesmerizing augmented reality simulations have long held the attention of shoppers, but the path to these enchanting encounters was often reserved for big brands with substantial resources. They simply need to upload their products’ Amazon Standard Identification Numbers (ASIN) into the CMS of Hexa.

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