Global Scans · Augmented Reality · Weekly Summary

• [New] Bloomberg/Reuters coverage points to up to 30% metaverse budget cuts, which will steer projects away from big-budget worlds toward leaner AR experiences. Glass Almanac
• [New] Snap has publicly planned lightweight, consumer AR glasses for 2026; the announcement pressures incumbents to simplify hardware and lower price points. Glass Almanac
• [New] Next-generation AR applications, powered by on-device neural processing units, will use computer vision to continuously scan and interpret the world. INAIRSPACE
• [New] Meta is aiming to release the microLED based AR headset towards the end of 2027. Ron Mertens
• [New] By application type, the AR/VR & XR applications segment is expected to expand at the fastest CAGR between 2025 and 2034. Precedence Research
• [New] IDC forecasts 39.2% AR/VR shipment growth in 2025, boosting device choice and prices. Glass Almanac
• [New] As per insights from NextBigTechnology, blending AI with AR/VR and IoT will define 2025's app trends, but only if fragmentation is mitigated. WebProNews
• [New] Autonomous shuttles and hyperloop technology prototypes will connect cities faster, while augmented reality apps guide seamless airport navigation, making travel more intuitive, efficient, and inclusive for diverse users worldwide. HotBot
• [New] One distinct path will characterize enterprise digital transformation between 2025 and 2030: the convergence of Industry 4.0 automation, IoT ecosystems, AR/VR interfaces, and no-code/low-code development. Codeready
• [New] The true magic of 2025's AR innovations will be powered by artificial intelligence, specifically advancements in computer vision, machine learning, and generative AI. INAIRSPACE
• [New] By 2025, the hardware dividing line between AR and VR will have effectively dissolved. INAIRSPACE
• [New] Metaverse VR 2025 is the ultimate frontier in immersive technology, and the range of opportunities within it is huge, starting with digital assets and tokenized real estate up to gaming economies, VR/AR integration, and Web3 social platforms. metavaultchain
• [New] While consumer applications often grab headlines, the most profound and immediate impact of AR and VR trends in 2025 will continue to be felt in enterprise and industrial settings. INAIRSPACE
• By 2025, AR will be a standard tool in the enterprise toolbox, deeply integrated into workflow software like ERP and CRM systems, making the workforce more skilled, safe, and efficient. INAIRSPACE
• The integration of AI is not just an enhancement; it is a fundamental requirement for the sophisticated, context-aware AR experiences predicted for 2025. INAIRSPACE
• The Democratization of AR: By 2025, we anticipate a massive explosion of WebAR content. INAIRSPACE
• By 2025, the distinct lines separating AR and VR will have significantly blurred, giving way to a more holistic concept: spatial computing. INAIRSPACE
• Extended reality (XR) refers to virtual reality and augmented reality, a technology that's been bubbling under the surface of enterprise adoption for several years but in 2026 is predicted to break into the mainstream in a big way. Forbes
• More than 71% of medical organizations used AR/VR in 2021, with the healthcare XR industry expected to reach more than $14 billion by 2028. Advanced Manufacturing
• By 2025, AR-powered retail strategies will reach a new level of personalization. Devler.io
• As 2025 progresses, integration of AI with emerging tech like AR could further personalize experiences. WebProNews
• Limited Awareness and User Education Despite growing interest, many consumers and businesses in Mexico are still unfamiliar with the full potential of mobile AR. Mobility Foresights

Last updated: 28 December 2025