Global Scans · Augmented Reality · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2025, expect to see AR UIs used in education, retail, navigation, and even productivity tools. Roz Update
• [New] Samsung's potential release of AR glasses in 2027 could give it an edge over Apple, whose approach has traditionally been incremental. Rude Baguette
• [New] With 5G, Turkish users can anticipate dramatically higher mobile data speeds (theoretically 1 Gbps +), lower latency for applications like mobile gaming and AR/VR, and network capacity that can handle more simultaneous streaming and smart devices. TS2 Space
• [New] Enterprise AR glasses are growing rapidly with projected revenues USD 883 million in 2025. igmGuru
• [New] AR alone is projected at USD 198 billion. igmGuru
• [New] Industry insiders predict AR to replace smartphones by 2030, aligning with broader spatial computing trends. SQ Magazine
• [New] Snap's next-gen AR glasses, expected in 2026, will include video calling and real-time translation. SQ Magazine
• [New] AR advertising is set to generate $6.72 billion by 2027, driven by immersive ad experiences. SQ Magazine
• [New] Meta's first true AR glasses are in the works for 2025-26, aiming for a mainstream form factor. TS2 Space
• [New] If Apple cannot deliver breakthrough AR products or competitive AI features, its long-term growth could stall. Ainvest
• Drone-driven entertainment is projected to reach $163.6 B by 2030, led by AI, 5G, and AR-enabled immersive storytelling. Ainvest
• Broader predictions suggest that 35-40% of internet users in the USA (approximately 60% of the total population) will regularly use AR by 2025. Emerline
• Mobile AR games are showing significant growth, from $4.2 billion in 2023 to $31.5 billion in 2033. Emerline
• Apple will release a more affordable AR/VR headset by 2025-26. TS2 Space
• The EU is, however, mulling stricter privacy rules around AR smart glasses in public, which could surface later in 2025. TS2 Space
• Enterprise AR is expected to grow significantly as companies like Microsoft and artlabs continue to innovate with products like the HoloLens 2 and Vuforia, respectively. artlabs | Scaling 3D with AI and Enabling AR Experience

Last updated: 14 September 2025