ARVR

MAY 24, 2022

Last week, Google held its annual I/O developer conference?—?and Buried in all the keynote action, there was also a notable nugget for AR: Google Lens is now used for 8 billion visual searches per month. To put that in perspective, it’s still miles from the 2 trillion+ total annual Google search queries. in Google fashion?—?is

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

MAY 25, 2023

Augmented reality (AR) is an immersive technology that unlocks a variety of benefits for the retail sector. Online shoppers can also experience hands-on retail demos, combining convenient digital content with personalised physical shopping experiences. percent compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2021 to 2028.

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Road to VR

APRIL 12, 2019

As it is, the company provides its developer SDK and services to help places like malls, airports, and retail stores integrate these features into their own apps. Google announced its own first-party system dubbed VPS , or visual position system, back at the company’s 2017 I/O dev conference. The results do look promising though.

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ARVR

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Similar to Google Lens, the idea is to evoke informational overlays for storefronts. link] Can Retailers Generate Foot Traffic with AR? One untapped opportunity in AR is to position it as a local discovery engine. When done organically, it can boost local commerce, as examined in ARtillery Intelligence’s recent geo-local AR report.

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AR Insider

JANUARY 25, 2021

Finally, why in the name of the geek gods is Google shutting down Poly? Google’s own Tilt Brush, an important content creation tool, relies on Poly. Tilt Brush co-creator Patrick Hackett just left Google, too. The supermarket will anchor AREA15’s retail and entertainment complex in Las Vegas. Not a good sign.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The Smart Retail Tech Expo is set to kick off this year from 28 February to 1 March with exciting news and major updates for its followers and attendees. One of the United Kingdom’s premier expos for digital innovation in the retail sector, it will return in 2023 for businesses, analysts, and enthusiasts across the nation and beyond.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Williams-Sonoma Inc is a US-based high-end retailer of home furnishings and kitchenware, associated with stores such as Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, PBteen, West Elm, Rejuvenation, and Mark and Graham. The post Williams-Sonoma Acquires Outward for $112 Million to Expand 3D, AR, and VR Retail Visualization appeared first on Road to VR.

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Mashable VR

APRIL 25, 2022

The company formerly known as Facebook is getting into retail, and therefore, is starting to employ retail workers. Photos of the store depict "retail associates" getting hands-on with customers as they try out the products. A Meta Store retail associate in action. The Meta Store will open for business on May 9.

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AR Insider

DECEMBER 1, 2020

But could greater impact come from the biggest ad giant of all: Google? As part of Swirl’s global launch, Google revealed a few proof points on its performance from early partners and beta participants. That cycle starts with Google building the tools. Figures reflect market factors at the time of creation. Incubating AR.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Google Lens brings your Pixel 4 retail box to life. To celebrate the launch of its latest Pixel phone and reaffirm its commitment to AR, Google has hidden a secret AR advertisement on the retail box of the Pixel 4 that, when scanned using Google Lens, unlocks a unique 2D animation complete with a message welcoming you to #teampixel.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This week, Google is rolling out a long-awaited update for its Maps service, integrating augmented reality (AR) navigation visualizations, search functions, and immersive retail tools, 9 to 5 Mac reported. The software giant first previewed Google Maps Live View’s AR functions in September.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

MAY 18, 2017

Such a concept doesn’t actually exist — at least not yet — but Google is starting to look into the idea. Imagine going to an online furniture retailer, for example, and with a few simple clicks being able to place a virtual couch in your living room. But what about WebAR? Facebook Twitter Reddit More.

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Digital Trends

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The next generation of Google's Chromecast streaming device has been available early in several retail locations ahead of the product's official release.

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Bernard Marr

MARCH 11, 2024

And retail is no exception. From smoothing out the online shopping journey to providing personalized products and a whole lot in between, generative AI can help retailers delight customers – and that goes for shopping in physical stores as well as online stores. However, generative AI brings a new level of realism to such features.

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XR Today - VR Headsets tag

MAY 18, 2022

Extended reality promises a new way for business leaders in the retail landscape to connect colleagues and reach their audience like never before. Tools like virtual, augmented, and mixed reality could help to recreate some of the meaningful experiences we’re used to seeing with in-person retail interactions. Yord Studio.

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AR Insider

MARCH 24, 2021

That could be wayfinding with Google Live View , or visual search with Google Lens. As you can tell from the above examples, Google will have a key stake in this “Internet of Places.” For example, the last installment of this series examined Google’s natural “Internet of Places” play.

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VRScout

AUGUST 26, 2017

Much has been made of the use of robots to increase efficiency in warehouses —with web retailers such as Amazon announcing significant investment in that area. She met her co-f ounder Sarthak Srinivas outside the office of Thad Starner (Google Glass’s inventor) at Georgia Tech. Image Credit: Imagine Cup.

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ARPost

APRIL 1, 2021

This modification creates a unique opportunity for smaller, less established retailers to grow their market share. See Also: The Future of Retail and Shopping in a Digital-First World. According to Google , a one-second page load delay can reduce conversions up to 20%. Retailer Demographic and Brand Credibility.

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UploadVR Between Realities podcast

JANUARY 4, 2017

Online shopping is a massive force in various markets, but in retail and clothing sectors it has its limitations. Gap is one of the largest specialty retailer (3rd in total international locations) and having an application with them behind it is a huge move. Tagged with: ar , asus , Gap , google , shopping.

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AR Insider

AUGUST 20, 2020

We’ve been hearing this rallying cry for AR commerce for a few years, but it takes on new meaning during Covid-era retail lockdowns. But another factor could propel AR in the post-Covid era: touchless retail. Backing up, AR’s place in retail’s “next normal” will be one component of a broader touchless paradigm.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

JUNE 14, 2023

The European Commission has hit Google with fresh accusations of violating its antitrust laws, citing favouritism for the latter’s own advert services over rival firms. According to the Commission’s statement , Google abused its position over the last nine years by offering better treatment to its AdX exchange.

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VRScout

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Available in stores today and coinciding with the release of Google’s Pixel 2 phone, Daydream View is an improvement—but you’re probably not going to notice until you actually put it on. In addition to a new top head strap, Google also changed up the materials. It’s not the outer materials where Daydream View really shines though.

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XR Today - Mixed Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

In the wake of MR headsets and software coming soon, Google and Samsung quickly reacted – internally – in a bid to create a competing device with an apparent lack of direction. RPR is leveraging Google’s Geospatial Creator and Adobe Aero to secure the location-based AR customer experience.

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AR Insider

MARCH 15, 2021

This is amplified during a pandemic when it can bring back some of the product essence and dimension that’s lost in retail lockdowns. AR meanwhile resonates on the sell side: brands and retailers. For more of the latter, Google has new figures that support AR’s utility as a shopping tool. Camera Commerce.

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Digital Trends

JUNE 16, 2021

Google first-ever permanent brick-and-mortar store opens in Manhattan, New York City, on Thursday, June 17. Take a look inside.

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XR Today - Augmented Reality tag

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The additions aim to challenge firms like Google, Pinterest, and others dominating the eCommerce search sector. Google previously debuted its own multisearch tool via its Google Lens platform, with Lens initially debuting in October 2017. The company also launched the multisearch tool last year.

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Digital Trends

MARCH 31, 2022

The Google Pixel 6a is rumored to be coming soon and now more evidence for that has emerged.

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AR Insider

MAY 26, 2021

That could be wayfinding with Google Live View , or visual search with Google Lens. As you can tell from the above examples, Google will have a key stake in this “Internet of Places.” Retail as a Service. This is all part of Amazon’s broader “retail-as-a-service” (RaaS) play. Phygital Fusion.

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Road to VR

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

A New York Times report maintains that Meta has been planning its own retail stores that aim to eventually span the world. Opening physical stores though would be much larger step for Meta, putting it in the same retail class as Microsoft, Apple and Google; the latter just opening its first retail store this summer.

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AR Insider

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

One sector where this is already playing out is retail. And if so, which technologies will power that retail future? This will include “try-before-you-buy” AR visualization like we examined yesterday, as well as visual search a la Google Lens. Cashierless’ Retail Finally Arrives. Here are a few candidates.

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GizModo VR

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Who needs the anticipation of a launch event when you have retailers and leakers publishing details beforehand? Basically we know everything there is to know about Google’s upcoming Pixel 6 flagship, thanks to a German retailer revealing pricing and availability and a fresh leak detailing all the features and… Read more.

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Slashgear

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

This morning Google revealed the pricing and release date of their first non-cardboard VR headset, Daydream View. This accessory works with any Daydream-ready smartphone – first Google Pixel and Pixel XL. It’ll be available starting on the 10th of November, 2016, both online and at several retailers around the world.

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Road to VR

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Google’s Project Starline is an experimental system for immersive video chatting that aims to close the distance between people without needing an AR or VR headset. Since then, Google says it’s showed off the tech to 100 enterprise partners in areas such as media, healthcare, and retail to see where it needs to improve.

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ARPost

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

In the early months of this year, the company finally announced that it would be appearing through American retailers by spring. The glasses are currently retailing for $599, and are fully compatible with 5G phones including Samsung Galaxy and OnePlus UW lines. See Also: AR Glasses: Technology With Potential for Consumers Too?

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AR Insider

JULY 21, 2021

With AR’s more common visual connotations, we likewise see activity such as Google Lens and Live View, which contextualize local storefronts. One way this will play out is in-mall brands and retailers influencing foot traffic through interactive promotions seen through mobile AR interfaces. Activation Energy.

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AR Insider

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

AR will influence commerce through brands’ and retailers’ self-distributed apps for eCommerce and in-aisle retail experiences. This projection is informed by several inputs and market signals such as the adoption pace of brands and retailers, and investment from tech giants like Google to accelerate it.

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ARVR

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Google has begun to innovate in this area as a new feature of its Live View AR navigation. This included the familiar 3D navigation interface of tools like Google Maps, but through a store’s interior. Starting with the latter, Dent will tackle the data challenges noted above by integrating data from retail partners.

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