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Everything You Need to Know About AR | VR Business Resources

Extended reality (XR) is an umbrella term for all immersive technologies including augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR), plus those that are yet to be created. XR technologies are no longer a thing of the future. It is becoming a part of our present, and businesses are starting to take notice. If you’re wondering what VR business is all about and how you can get involved, you’ve come to the right place. This page is dedicated to AR | VR business resources: The stats, how to start, and more! So whether you’re just curious about XR-related businesses, ready to take the plunge into this exciting new industry, or looking to scale, you’ve found the right place.

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(XR): AR, VR, and MR | Market Size

According to Statista  “XR technologies extend the reality we experience by either merging the virtual and “real” worlds or by creating a fully immersive experience. The global XR market size is expected to be worth 31 billion U.S. dollars in 2021, rising to close to 300 billion U.S. dollars by 2024. ” (Statista, 2022)

Key Market Drivers

Key market drivers in the rising demand for XR-related businesses are that more customers are actively looking for information related and the increasing demand for VR headsets and smart glasses , growing investment in XR technology, and rising applications in gaming and entertainment.The growing application area of AR and VR technology in different fields, such as education, medical, retail, and training, will further boost the growth of the global AR and VR market.

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XR Market Trends And Challenges

While VR gaming opened many doors for the application of the most immersive experiences; It is important to recognize the rapidly growing market trends or segments.  location-based VR and AR, implementation of virtual training and Education use, social applications as well as a rise in use in health and wellness and us for Enterprise and industries like real estate and construction.

 

The XR market is growing rapidly, but there are still many challenges that need to be addressed. Here are some of the most important trends and challenges facing the VR and AR market:

  • Lack of awareness: Many people are still not aware of XR technology capabilities though there are many applications in daily use by many. This lack of awareness is a major challenge for the XR market, as it limits the potential customer base
  • Lack of content: There is still a lack of high-quality VR and AR content. .
  • Fragmented market: There are many different platforms and devices, and it can be difficult to find the right one for your consumer’s needs. 
  • High costs: This is a barrier to entry for many people, and it limits the potential market for VR and AR content.
  •  Privacy concerns: Concerns about privacy need to be addressed in order to ensure that XR experiences are safe and secure for all users.

In order to be successful businesses must be aware of these challenges and by ready to employ the best business practices in launching and operating their XR related business.

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