Understanding AR, VR, MR and XR
IoTNOW, Monday, December 2nd, 2024
The distinctions between virtual reality and physical reality have become blurred as technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), mixed reality (MR) and extended reality (XR) have gained traction.
Each of these technologies has their own characteristics, applications and uses and benefits, and many of these go hand-in-hand with the Internet of Things (IoT). This article breaks down AR, VR, MR and XR, explores how they differ and examines how they integrate with IoT to influence industries.