It is one of the most interesting developments in the world of technology, augmented reality. Technicians are pulling graphics out of your TV or computer screen and integrate them into real-world environments. It makes the line between what’s real and what’s computer-generated more vague, but also more interesting..
What is augmented reality?
To understand what it is exactly, you should watch the video below. You will be amazed!
Why is it useful?
Augmented reality applications can be used in a very broad and practical way. For finding the nearest subway or to find a new house for example. But also to see were satellites are in the sky and to see where your closest Twitter friends are. And now we are only talking about apps for your telephone! It is expected that the augmented reality apps will increase rapidly. In the Netherlands, there is such an application available already, called Layar. This application helps you finding the nearest supermarket or pizzeria for example. Very easy and useful when you are at an unknown place.
Future
The opportunities seem to look endless. There are already prototypes of a telephone, projected on your own hand! I know, it sounds crazy, but it is. See it yourself..
(If you don’t have time enough, click to minute 4:03)
Friday, May 21, 2010
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