Google Unveils AR Shopping Window Display for Retail Stores
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google announced a new augmented reality tool for physical shops today. The AR Shopping Window Display lets customers browse products using their phones before entering stores. People point their smartphone cameras at store windows. Virtual versions of items inside appear on their screens instantly.
This technology solves common shopping problems. Customers check products without crowding inside. Bad weather or store hours become less important. Shoppers see 3D models of furniture, electronics, or clothes. They view item details like colors and prices live.
Retail partners report positive early tests. The display drives interest during off-peak hours. Nighttime window shopping now leads to online sales. Stores save space too. Limited window areas show more items digitally.
Google built this using existing AR capabilities. It works on most Android and iOS devices. No special glasses or downloads are required. The system recognizes store windows through unique markers. These markers are small stickers shops add to their windows.
Major retail chains start testing this month. Urban areas with high foot traffic get first access. Google plans wider rollout by holiday season. Smaller businesses might join next year.
Privacy protections are included. Cameras process images on devices only. Google collects no window interaction data. Stores provide product information directly.
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The company sees this as physical retail’s next step. Blending online convenience with real-world locations helps everyone. Shoppers get easier experiences. Stores gain new customer engagement tools.