XR Philosopher and AR Developer James Ashley Shares His Experience Working on Hololens and His Take on How AR will Become Mainstream

🌏 Is AR Mainstream? If not, when? Did you know there are an estimated 1.4 billion AR device users today. AR filters are just the beginning as we enter spatial AR with hardware coming out in the next year.  David Gene Oh interviewed James Ashley, an AR developer who’s worked on Hololens and now at Archer - up-leveling  e-commerce with augmented reality with the help of Walmart.  Summary of our interview: 1️⃣ Beyond Code - The Art of Storytelling in AR: James highlighted how AI and storytelling are crucial for AR's success. It's not just about the technology but also how we use it to craft engaging stories. 2️⃣ User Experience in AR Gaming and Retail: The interview discussed the need for balance in AR gaming and retail. Making devices easy to use and improving game quality are both essential for wider AR adoption. 3️⃣ Ethics and Impact in AR: James, with his philosophy background, shared insights into the social implications of AR. The technology is reshaping our connections and communities, a critical aspect to consider as we develop and use AR. #AR #XR #VR #TechTrends #Innovation