# AR Streaming Experiments BBC Experiments with the Implications of AR for TV Streaming and Learning By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-11-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-streaming References: [bbc](https://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/internet/entries/8eb99156-773a-4c20-aa70-f13a6b306799) As the possibilities that technology enables us exponentially grow in number, AR streaming becomes not so outlandish of an idea. In fact, the British broadcaster BBC is already experimenting with [augmented reality in the streaming space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-ar-glasses). The quest is motivated by the desire to find new, cutting-edge ways to consume broadcasted content, as well as engage in effective ways of learning. The AR streaming experiments are conducted in partnership with UK digital agency Inition and BBC's R&D team. As part of the [mixed reality trial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-for-dream), the broadcasting company tested AR's potential in [enhancing learning models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tutar) through holographic animations of the solar system or a strand of DNA. In another instance, BBC also toyed with the idea for "a version of BBC News that floats in mid-air and a holographic big TV screen experience that lets you choose what to watch." Image Credit: BBC ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **AR Streaming:** AR streaming is an emerging trend that is being explored by the BBC to find new ways to consume broadcasted content and engage in effective learning. - **Enhanced Learning Models:** The BBC's AR streaming experiments highlight the opportunity for enhanced learning models through holographic animations of educational content. - **Mixed Reality Experiences:** The BBC's collaboration with Inition explores the potential of mixed reality experiences, such as floating holographic news and interactive big TV screens. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Broadcasting:** The AR streaming experiments conducted by the BBC have implications for the broadcasting industry in terms of delivering immersive and interactive content. - **Education:** The use of AR technology for enhanced learning models has disruptive innovation opportunities for the education industry to deliver engaging and immersive educational content. - **Digital Agency:** The partnership between the BBC and Inition highlights the potential disruptive innovation opportunities for digital agencies in developing AR streaming solutions and mixed reality experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AR Selfie Booths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-booth1.md) - [AR-Enabled Nature Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-planet.md) - [AR Coronation Crowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/british-crown-jewels.md) - [Immersive Virtual Television Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-of-tv.md) - [Augmented Reality Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-store.md) - [Augmented Reality Educational Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-educational-app.md) - [Holographic AR Messaging Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-ar-messaging-app.md) - [AR Tea Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immertia.md) - [AR Astronomy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-gate.md)