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Augmented reality applications developed by South Korean military

07/23/201207/23/2012 Julie Campbell

Military develops nine augmented reality applications The practical applications of augmented reality are currently somewhat rare. The technology is often used in the fields of marketing and entertainment. As such, augmented reality is often considered a gimmicky technology that serves limited purpose beyond the fields it is commonly used in. More organizations are beginning to explore the practical applications of augmented reality, however, as is the case for the South Korean military, which has developed nine mobile applications that make use of the technology to enhance operational capabilities. Practical uses…

Augmented reality gaining favor from the government

09/01/2011 Stephen Vagus

The U.S. government is taking an interest in augmented reality. While details regarding their level of interest in the technology are scarce, public safety officials say that AR may play a big role in law enforcement and security in the future. Thus far, the technology has seen most use in the realms of marketing and gaming. In these industries, augmented reality shines as it presents consumers with a new experience. While the technology has an undeniable entertainment appeal, it can be used for a number of purposes by the government’s…