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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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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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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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Metaverse and Investing – Opportunities for Retail Investors Part 2: Software and Infrastructure

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This implies an enormous variety of software that will be used for its construction and for its application in our lives. Snap’s augmented reality filters likely place it as one of the leading companies in the AR industry. Virtual and augmented reality can work even without a network.

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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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Snap, Amazon Expand In-App AR eCommerce after Snap Lens Fest

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Amazon confirmed on Tuesday that it would partner with Snap to trial online shopping via the popular messaging app service. The announcement comes after the two companies inked a deal for augmented reality (AR) try-on services for eyeglasses. per share at closing.

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Vuzix Blade AR Smart Glasses Now Support Amazon Alexa, DJI Drones

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The Alexa built-in certified smart glasses are now available directly through Amazon. “The custom Alexa application developed by Vuzix has been certified by Amazon, paving the way for the Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses to become an Alexa Built-in smart glasses device,” added Travers. Featured Image Credit: Vuzix Corporation.

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