This document defines augmented reality (AR) and discusses its key aspects. AR combines real and virtual scenes to augment real-world environments with additional digital information. The document outlines the role of AR in making virtual objects indistinguishable from real ones. It then describes how AR works by capturing real scenes and overlaying virtual objects. The types and working mechanisms of different AR devices like handheld and head-mounted displays are also explained. Various applications of AR in entertainment, shopping, makeup, robotics and more are provided. The document concludes by stating that AR remains an active area of research to make virtual objects appear realistic.
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