New report predicts AR and VR will be widespread across GCC by 2025

A press release dated July 4, 2016, by Zawya reveals that AR and VR will radically change private and public processes in the GCC, according to research firm Frost & Sullivan. GITEX Technology Week experts will highlight ground-breaking use cases at the GITEX Technology Week 2016, which will be held October 16-20 at the Dubai World Trade Center.

Notable information from the article based on the Frost & Sullivan research is:

  • The next ten years of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technology development are set to redefine the future of both business and consumer processes within the GCC region
  • Experts from across industries will present at GITEX Technology Week in October 2016 to share their innovative use cases of AR/VR technologies
  • AR and VR hardware revenue will reach $2 billion in 2016
  • Device shipments to grow to 110 million by 2020
  • The report includes quotes from Dr. Grossmann, the first person who streamed a live surgical procedure via Google Glass with an audience of 54,000 virtual viewers
  • Programs across industries in the GCC are eager to adopt AR technologies to streamline processes and support employees
  • Frost & Sullivan highlights specific initiatives and projects in industries like healthcare and education

The event aims to develop stronger business ties with the immersive technology ecosystem to drive AR, VR and AI innovation. To register for GITEX Technology Week 2016 visit http://www.gitex.com.

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