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1.4 Emerging Technologies

Contents
Artificial Itelligence & Virtual Reality (AI & VR)

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Artificial Itelligence & Virtual Reality (AI & VR)

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AI
This is the development of computer systems that can perform tasks usually requiring human
intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, and decision-making
Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Enhances productivity by automating repetitive tasks
Improves decision-making through data analysis and pattern recognition
Can be used in various industries, such as healthcare, finance, and transportation
Raises ethical concerns, including job displacement and privacy issues

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VR & AR
Virtual Reality (VR): Your notes
A computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional replicated environment
It can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way
Can manipulate objects or perform a series of actions
Makes use of the sensory experience
Uses a virtual reality headset with built in speakers
Can be used with gloves / controllers / driving wheel
Augmented Reality (AR): A technology that superimposes a computer-generated image or information
onto a user's view of the real world, providing a composite view
Impact of Extended Reality (VR and AR)
Virtual Reality (VR) immerses users in a simulated environment, while Augmented Reality (AR) overlays
digital information onto the real world
Used in gaming, education, and training for a more engaging experience
Can be applied in fields like architecture, medicine, and retail for improved visualisation and interaction
Potential issues with addiction and excessive screen time

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Worked example
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Some smartphones connected to the internet can allow the user to point their phone’s camera at an
object or image to display information about it on the phone’s screen. The object acts like an item in a
search engine. This is called augmented reality.
One example of its use is in mobile games, where the user tries to catch characters from the game as
the characters appear to walk in the streets. Explain, using examples, other ways in which augmented
reality could be used in everyday life.
[4]
Max three of:
Gather information [1]
Can be used as a direction finder [1]
Visualise what something will look like in real life [1]
Could be used for facial recognition [1]
Max three of:
Examples of gathering information about a building/painting / product [1]
Giving information about the area you are moving in / finding your way in an airport/railway station /
shopping mall etc. [1]
Used by archaeologists / architects / interior designers / try on clothes / trying makeup/colour of
clothing / placing furniture [1]
point it at a word to link to the thesaurus / get it's meaning / translation / modern landscape [1]
Used by the police to recognise suspects [1]

Exam Tip
Don't get mixed up between augmented reality and virtual reality - augmented reality changes the
real world in front of you (e.g. Pokemon Go) whereas virtual reality puts you in a new world entirely
and you can't see the real world around you

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