In virtual reality (VR), the users' perception is completely computer-generated, whereas with augmented reality (AR), it … See more

• 1901: L. Frank Baum, an author, first mentions the idea of an electronic display/spectacles that overlays data onto real life (in this case 'people'). It is named a 'character marker'.
• 1957–62: Morton Heilig, a cinemato… See more

Augmented reality requires hardware components including a processor, display, sensors, and input devices. Modern mobile computing devices like smartphones and tablet computers contain these elements, which ofte… See more

A key measure of AR systems is how realistically they integrate virtual imagery with the real world. The software must derive real world coordinates, independent of camera, and camera images. That process is … See more

AR systems rely heavily on the immersion of the user. The following lists some considerations for designing augmented reality applications:
Context Design focuses on the end-user's physical su… See more

Augmented reality has been explored for many uses, including gaming, medicine, and entertainment. It has also been explored for education and business. Example application areas described below include arc… See more