Global Scans · Augmented Reality · Weekly Summary

• [New] 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
• [New] 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
• [New] The Democratization of AR: By 2025, we anticipate a massive explosion of WebAR content. INAIRSPACE
• [New] By 2025, the distinct lines separating AR and VR will have significantly blurred, giving way to a more holistic concept: spatial computing. INAIRSPACE
• [New] 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
• [New] 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
• [New] 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
• By 2031, AR will become a mainstream tool across sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and retail, enhancing decision-making and customer engagement. / Mexico Mobility Foresights
• AR/VR headset shipments will exceed 100 million units by 2025, signaling significant shifts in both consumer and enterprise markets. openpr
• XR technologies, including AR, VR, and MR, will have transitioned from experimental tools to essential core applications by 2025. openpr
• By 2032, virtual and augmented reality commerce could account for 15-20% of retail revenue in certain categories. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• By 2025, 5G will enable businesses to leverage advanced technologies such as IoT devices, augmented reality, and virtual reality in ways previously unimaginable. SMS-iT Blog
• IDC projects AR/VR headset shipments will grow 39.2% in 2025; affordability is a driver. Glass Almanac
• By 2025-26, we can expect to see AR-enabled packaging that allows consumers to interact with products in a virtual space, providing detailed information, product demonstrations, and immersive experiences. LPack.co.uk
• Remote Monitoring and Content Delivery combined contribute 25% share (USD 4.1 billion), while AR/VR is the fastest-growing sub-segment, projected to exceed USD 9 billion by 2032 due to immersive applications. Cision PR Newswire
• The broader adoption of AR/VR devices powered by MicroLEDs for defence training and real-time battlefield visualization presents a massive growth area, with projected spending in AR solutions for dismounted soldiers reaching $12 billion by 2030. The Chronicle-Journal
• Apple expects to ship more than 10 million AR/VR products in 2027, including a Ray-Ban Meta-style smart glasses product projected for 3 million to 5 million shipments. Next Reality
• Global 5G connections are forecast to surpass 1 billion in 2025, driving a rapid increase in streaming, cloud gaming, and AR/VR adoption on mobile. demandsage

Last updated: 14 December 2025