Augmented reality (AR) is the process of overlaying digital information onto the real world, like a desperate attempt to make reality more interesting. It's basically the tech equivalent of drawing a mustache on the Mona Lisa and calling it an improvement.

How to use it in a sentence

• I tried to impress my date by showing her an augmented reality app that made it look like I had a six-pack, but she just laughed and said, "Maybe you should try actual reality instead."

• The project manager kept insisting we add augmented reality features to our e-commerce app, as if customers really need to see virtual couches in their living room before buying them online.

If you actually want to learn more...

• What is Augmented Reality (AR) and How Does it Work? - This article provides a comprehensive overview of AR, its history, current applications, and future potential.

• Augmented Reality (AR) vs. Virtual Reality (VR): What's the Difference? - Learn the key differences between AR and its often confused cousin, VR, and why one might be more useful than the other (spoiler: it's not VR).

• 10 Real-World Applications of Augmented Reality (AR) - Discover how AR is being used in various industries, from gaming to healthcare, and marvel at how we're slowly turning the world into a giant video game.

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