As device manufacturers struggle to find mass audiences for VR and extended reality (XR) headsets, AR continues to grow quickly—mostly via smartphones. Tech companies still hope to introduce lightweight smart glasses with AR features within a few years, but social networks, retailers, and game-makers continue to drive innovation in the meantime.
Key Question: How large is the potential audience for AR applications and advertising?
KEY STAT: AR will have 21.1 million more US users than VR in 2023, and the gap will continue to widen.
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Executive Summary
AR is now mainstream but still has room to grow.
Social networks can take credit for bringing AR to the masses.
Nearly half of all AR users tap it for shopping.
Visual search uses AR-related technology and is picking up steam.
Mobile AR is already a serious moneymaker.
Despite metaverse woes, Big Tech still has high hopes for AR devices.
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