Augmented Reality as a tool for remote assistance & virtual manuals
Introduction:
Technological innovations are driving positive changes in our lives these days. The power of the internet enables people across the globe to gain access to a treasure of knowledge and information. Along with gathering information, technology is influencing our day-to-day lives too. Augmented Reality (AR) is the future of the digital world. In this blog, I am going to figure out the possibilities of enhancing user experience by implementing AR as a master tool for enabling the remote assistance and virtualism feature for retail and shopping app design-based problem scenarios.
As we all know Augmented Reality is the technology that allows overlaying of real-world objects and environments with three-dimensional virtual objects using AR devices and applications.
Hence, on the assumption based on the the above, we can say, Augmented Reality is the stepchild of Virtual Reality. Interestingly, AR blends the real-world environment with virtual objects beautifully. So, the virtual objects can interact with real-world scenarios to create the desired meaning.
Most importantly, the AR device correlates the geometric dimensions and orientation of the actual scanned image and the 3-D virtual image. Thus, the users get an overview of the blend of both these visuals.
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality: How Are They Different?
Utilizing the Augmented Reality for Navigation
Notably, if we are used to consider the Virtual Reality then it takes the user to a different world altogether when it is get taken into the use. Here when you are going to put an object device across your eyes and feel the virtual world through interactive images and videos in VR.
However, in case of Augmented Reality it is bit different then VR. In AR you need to imagine the 3D object within the visual range, keeping the real-world environment as the background.
When we are looking into the practical implementation of AR then it is very interesting. In this case we are trying to know how Augmented Reality drives change across many sectors. It is obvious that the technology is evolving very faster, and the developer community also need to be get prompted accordingly so that they can implement AR for their products to enhance user experience. As of now, the AR is about to touching various sectors almost and here I am going to discuss some best examples which will let you know about the overall scenario in practical manner that how the Augmented Reality acts as a tool for remote assistance & virtual manuals kind of jobs. Let us consider some examples as below such as:
Gaming development
Now a days we are come across with much high-definition games where the virtual concept is going to be implemented in a complete manner. Among the all-available games the best example of AR-based gaming that drove the world crazy is Pokémon Go. It is very popular games where the users can scan the environment that they see, and the character in the game appears in the background. It is used to have the complete fusion of AR and the Virtualism effect.
Healthcare
Healthcare is the trendiest domain where now a days many applications development is going on. Here with the help of advance applications the Surgeons can take the help of 3-D imagery of a body part to be operated on. By using this technique, they could be able to saves time and maintain the accuracy in the field of surgery. It helps them to interpret the images precisely to decide on the line of surgical treatment. The AR in association with VR being used to develop such an advance application which are very effective in terms of their use and mode of handling.
By using augmented reality (AR) It helps to bring new therapies to life by combining virtual and physical worlds. Here using this AR we could be able to create rich, interactive experiences that show how new drugs and medical devices interact with the body.
Th AR is being considered as a disruptive technology, and by using this technique brand teams and content providers can give their field force a better way to engage healthcare professionals (HCPs).
Aviation
It is another important area where the AR and VR plays a vital role. In Aviation the Pilots in the military and passenger planes can get valuable guidelines through AR-powered screens. It also enables the virtual tracking of path and NPNT (No permission No take off) mechanism which is being used as a part of ignition system. As a combination of AR and VR we could be able to achieve the application strategy like market size and revenue analysis, etc.
Social Media Apps
Using the AR in association with the VR we may experience the next level of meetings and video calls. Now a day we are used to have many such examples where these technologies are being used to provide the better user experience.
WhatsApp and Instagram are the most common app which uses this technology. Here we may feel as if the person interacting with us is sitting next to us virtually. All this is made possible by AR.
Online Shopping
The leading retail online portals offer the best user experiences implementing augmented reality technology. Buyers can now make better purchase decisions.
Now Let’s see how AR is bringing changes in this case:
How Does AR Transform Retail and Shopping App Design?
Do you wish to start your own online shopping portal or develop an app for an online shopping portal? Adopting Augmented Reality helps you enhance the customer experience. You can present your product range in a more innovative, interactive, and welcoming manner to your potential buyers.
The trend of shopping online is booming. It raised in the last decade, and the pandemic took it to peak in the past two years. Technologists add value to their retail and shopping apps by using AR.
We all are aware of the benefits of shopping online. AR enables ‘feeling’ the product visually to the overall shopping experience. Today, AR empowers retail and shopping applications by providing some additional features. These features positively influence buying decisions.
An example is shown in the image at the beginning. Buyers browse through some furnishing to decorate our apartment. Here, the AR-powered shopping apps enable us to take a quick view of how the sofa set, carpet, and table look in our rooms. These features improve user experience to a greater extent and improve the conversion rate.
The AR-Driven Future of Online Shopping
The developer community can adopt AR while designing and developing retail and shopping apps to take the user experience to new heights. Ultimately, Augmented Reality brings in the ‘Try Before You Buy’ kind of experience to the potential buyers.
Shopping for apparel and accessories can become a fun-filled experience for buyers. You can add AR features to your retail and shopping apps to make them the best places to buy. Customers can try your products in a personalized manner before they click or tap on the ‘BUY’ button.
Here are some examples of using AR to enhance user experience:
- While choosing casual shoes, the buyers can use an AR gadget to flip the shoes for a 3-D view and try its features. Go through the video below to see how it works:
- Another AR app allows the buyers to see how the shoes look on them, standing in front of a mirror and trying various products virtually. This feature simplifies their buying process and encourages them to buy the best-suited accessory that fits their personal preferences:
- We have already seen how AR enables buyers to visualize how furniture products look in their space. This AR-driven feature helps customers decide on the desired product as per their home décor theme and design aspirations.
- Notably, as the physical dimensions and orientation of the product and the actual environment are synchronized, customers can precisely visualize a product before buying.
- The most popular eyewear brand, Lens kart, allows its buyers to try various frames during their online shopping tours. The app will also be available at their retail outlets. The app scans the face. It suggests the most appropriate products according to the geometrical features in a customized manner. Here is the image showing several eyeglass frames for one person:
- While shopping for partywear, buyers can visualize how the costume and accessories look on them. AR helps customize the products together for a complete view. The buyer can see how various combinations of partywear, casual footwear, handbags, and glasses may look on them.
The Takeaway
Augmented Reality is emerging and evolving. The article covers some touchpoints briefing the scope of AR and VR using as a tool for providing the remote assistance and making the virtualisation possible in many cases where we used to provide a better user experience for the end-users while they are using the applications. Here I have discussed many relevant examples like gaming, retail based and online shopping app design,, etc. I hope that the various aspects of AR and its possibilities will inspire you to adopt AR in your upcoming app design. It has a great future hence we are having many best opportunities yet to come.
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