How technology influences the modern world: a short study on Augmented Reality

Abstract

This thesis aims at analysing the impact of Augmented Reality technology on the modern world and consists of three chapters. The first one is an introduction and outline of AR history in the 20th and 21st century, along with a few practical examples of AR in chosen fields. Chapter two explains the actual Augmented Reality experience and focuses on three case studies describing apps that influenced the modern world: Pokémon Go, Snapchat, and IKEA Place. In particular, this part shows how technology changed the way we live on a daily basis; how it influenced our habits and everyday activities, social interactions, and needs. The last chapter discusses additional issues concerning AR – how and if the virtual is crossing legal boundaries and a forecast for the near future. This part is followed by a summary of the topic where all the relevant conclusions are drawn.