# Augmented Reality Shopping The 'Augment' Application Allows You to Try Out Purchases Digitally By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-03-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-shopping References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2013/03/11/augment-app/) & [augmentedev](http://augmentedev.com/home.php) This application for augmented reality shopping will make shopping an easier experience for all concerned. One of the major hurdles of online shopping is not being able to envision a product in your home. For example, if you've ever considered buying a couch or another large item for your home online, it's hard to know whether the item will ruin your Feng Shui or compliment the room totally. This is where an app like 'Augment' will become indispensable. The application allows you to download an image of your potential purchase from an external site and digitally 'place' it in your environment via Android and iOS devices. The app allows you to 'play' with the item once it's in your environment by flipping it, turning it and trying it out in different spaces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Augmented Reality Shopping:** Augmented reality shopping apps will revolutionize the online shopping experience. - **Virtual Product Visualization:** Virtual product visualization technology will become a must-have feature for retail apps and websites. - **Ar-powered Interior Design:** AR-powered interior design tools will help customers visualize furniture and decor in their homes before making a purchase. ### Sectors Adopting This - **E-commerce:** E-commerce companies can integrate AR shopping apps to improve the customer experience and increase sales. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can use AR-powered interior design tools to help customers make more informed buying decisions. - **Furniture:** Furniture companies can use virtual product visualization technology to allow customers to see how furniture will look and fit in their homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AR-Powered Retail Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-feature.md) - [AR-Powered Shopping Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-5.md) - [AR Furniture Testing Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinterest-ar-furniture.md) - [AR Apartment Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-apartment.md) - [Housewares Retailer Design Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wayfair-decorify.md) - [AR Piano Previews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-ar.md) - [AR-Powered Furniture Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-search-2.md) - [3D AR Home Improvement Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomle.md) - [Augmented Reality Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-store.md)