emerging
Immersive Spatial Computing
Augmenting the physical world with digital content, creating immersive and interactive experiences through AR/MR technologies.
Timeframe
near-term
Subcategories
Impact areas
Detailed Analysis
Spatial computing blends the physical and digital worlds, enabling users to interact with digital content anchored in real-world environments. This immersive experience is facilitated by advancements in augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) technologies. "Spatial computing augments the physical world by 'anchoring' digital content in the real world, enabling users to interact with it in an immersive, realistic and intuitive experience." The proliferation of 5G and new devices like Apple Vision Pro is driving consumer adoption and creating new opportunities for businesses. Gartner predicts significant growth in this area, stating that "by 2028, 20% of people will have an immersive experience with persistently anchored, geoposed content once a week, up from less than 1% in 2023."
Context Signals
Development of advanced AR/MR headsets and devices
Growth of spatial computing platforms and ecosystems
Increasing investment in spatial computing applications
Edge
Emergence of spatial computing as a new user interface paradigm
Integration of spatial computing with AI and machine learning
Development of personalized spatial experiences
