Technology is indeed reshaping the future of shopping in many significant ways. Here are a few key trends:

1. **E-Commerce**: Online shopping growth is exponential, providing convenience and increased product selection. Mobile shopping, thanks to improved apps and mobile websites, is becoming more prevalent as well.

2. **Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning**: These technologies are improving product recommendations, customer service, and overall shopping experience. They analyze customer behavior and patterns to deliver personalized experiences.

3. **Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)**: AR and VR are offering immersive shopping experiences. AR allows customers to see how products will look in their space or on them, while VR creates an interactive, immersive shopping environment.

4. **Voice Shopping**: With the rise of voice-activated virtual assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant, voice shopping is a growing trend. Customers can make purchases simply by speaking, enhancing convenience significantly.

5. **Contactless and Mobile Payments**: Mobile wallets and contactless payments have become more common, offering a fast, secure and convenient payment method, revolutionizing the checkout process.

6. **IoT and Smart Stores**: Internet of Things is shaping the future of physical stores, making them "smart." This includes automated checkouts, electronic shelf labels, smart fitting rooms, etc.

7. **Social Commerce**: Social media platforms are becoming, more and more, a place where businesses can showcase and sell their products directly to consumers.

8. **Personalization**: Technology enables brands to gather a wide variety of customer data, allowing for greater personalization of the shopping experience. This can range from personalized product recommendations to individually targeted discounts and promotions.

9. **Supply chain improvements**: Technology is making supply chains more efficient and transparent. This can lead to faster delivery times, real-time tracking, and improved inventory management.

10. **Sustainability**: As more consumers demand sustainability, technology can assist in finding eco-friendly solutions, such as sustainable packaging, efficient logistics, and self-service options to minimize waste.

These developments are just the beginning! With ongoing advancements, technology will continue to innovate and change the world of shopping.

Sure, there are many ways Augmented Reality (AR) is currently being utilized in the shopping industry. Here are a few innovative examples:

1. **Virtual Try-On**: Fashion and accessory retailers are using AR for virtual try-ons. For example, Warby Parker's app uses AR to allow customers to try on glasses virtually from their home. Similarly, the app by shoe retailer Converse lets users visualize how different shoes would look on their feet.

2. **Furniture and Decor Placement**: AR is being used by interior design and furniture retailers such as IKEA and Wayfair to allow customers to see how a piece of furniture or decor will actually look in their own homes.

3. **Cosmetics Testing**: Beauty brands like Sephora and L'Oreal use AR technology in their apps to allow customers to try on makeup virtually. This enables customers to experiment with different shades and products without physically applying them.

4. **Virtual Shopping Assistants**: Some retailers use AR to provide virtual shopping assistants or chatbots that can guide customers around the store, answer questions, and suggest products.

5. **Interactive Catalogs and Advertising**: AR can make printed catalogs or ad materials interactive, revealing product videos, specs, or purchase links when viewed through an AR-enabled smartphone or tablet. 

6. **In-Store Navigation**: Some big box stores use AR to help guide customers to the items they  re looking for in the store, making shopping quicker and easier.

7. **Product Information**: AR apps can provide customers with detailed product information, customer reviews and other useful insights simply by pointing their device at a product.

These experiences provided by AR technology not only enhance the shopping experience but also help consumers make informed purchasing decisions. Indeed, AR opens up a highly interactive, personalized and engaging new dimension in retail.