Quick Glossary: Augmented Reality

Keeping up with the latest technological innovations in augmented reality requires a thorough understanding of the underlying terminology.

This quick glossary, courtesy of TechRepublic Premium, explains terms related to AR and various business applications.

From the glossary:

EXTENDED TRACKING

Extended tracking enables the continuous presence of digital augmentations, affixed to objects, scenes or images, within the user’s field of view even when the original target is no longer visible within the frame. This capability proves especially beneficial when displaying sizable augmentations that surpass the dimensions of the target.

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