AI & the web
AR
Augmented reality: digital elements presented alongside a view of the physical world.
In everyday use
A phone overlays a virtual object on the room seen through its camera.
What to keep in mind
It differs from fully replacing the surrounding view with a virtual environment.
Also searched as: augmented reality
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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