The technology is upgrading rapidly. We can see innovations and invention in the field of technology every now and then. In electronic industry, technology revolution came into existence in early 2007 when touch screen mobile phones hit the market. After that, technology never looked behind and now we're talking about the implementation of A.I and self driven cars. Technology has really been improved in these 10 years in electronics and tech field.
Now, In this article, I am going to discuss another important and crucial innovation in the field of technology which can benefit us unlimited in near future. That innovation is Augmented Reality.
What Is Augmented Reality?
In simple words, Augmented reality means combining the real world environment with computer generated environment to perform a specific work. Basically, in a real environment some graphs, computer generated images and touch screen panels can be added so that a person can work efficiently without using a specific device to perform that work.
For example: Goggle Spectacles. They genuinely represent the Augmented Reality and completely based on this innovation. Google specs gives you information on 'live' basis when you're walking into the real world. Suppose you need maps to a location, then you dont need to reach your mobile phone for that purpose and can easily access Goggle maps on your Google spectacles while you're walking or driving on the road.
Same example can also be used in case of checking records, online researching, calling, and even online transacting.
How Does Augmented Reality Works?
Augmented reality works by creating a virtual interface around a person's senses so that he can use that interface to get his/her work done. Like, virtual laser keyboard. In case of laser keyboards, a person only has to touch the light transmitting on a real world surface and the sensor would detect his finger movement. All this work based on Augmented reality principles.
Augmented reality get transmit through some portable and wearable devices. These devices may be anything, from Google Spectacles to Canon 360 Camera. These devices uses some essential processors and laser sensors to create an Augmented reality around us.
In What Fields Augmented Reality Is Working Currently?
Augmented Reality can be enormous in the near future but currently it is working healthy within many fields.
Gaming and Entertainment
Gaming industry is by far the best client for Augmented reality applications yet. Various Augmented reality games are available into the market. Even the Sony Playstation has also come up with many games based on Augmented reality like Soccer 3D and Counter strike.
HeathCare & Medical Field
Augmented reality applications are being used by the healthcare industry in majority of areas like checking the records, past pathological reports, treatment history and many more. Many doctors use augmented reality based applications while dealing with patients, studying their past medical history to prescribe better treatment to them.
So, these are some of the fields where Augmented Reality applications are using currently with ease and full efficiency. As far as future is concerned, it'll be used everywhere. Many Tech giants like Google and Apple Inc. are working on many projects to make Augmented reality applicable wherever possible.