CHAPTER 1
Getting Started with Augmented Reality
Augmented reality (AR), in which virtual content is seamlessly integrated with displays of real-world scenes, is an exciting area of interactive design. With the rise of personal mobile devices capable of producing interesting AR environments, the vast potential of AR has begun to be explored. The goal of this chapter is to help you become familiar with the terminology, tools, and technology necessary to begin your own AR explorations and experiments.
In this chapter, you'll learn about the following topics:
- What is augmented reality?
- Tools and technologies
- AR necessities
What Is Augmented Reality?
The term augmented reality(AR) is used to describe a combination of technologies that enable ...
Get Prototyping Augmented Reality now with the O’Reilly learning platform.
O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.
