Zkoumání dopadu virtuální a rozšířené reality na mezinárodní komunikaci značky: případová studie společnosti Meta

This thesis investigates the integration of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies into international brand communication strategies. Using Meta as a case study, the research adopts a mixed-methods approach, combining a comprehensive literature review, content analysis of Meta’s AR/VR brand campaigns, and a quantitative online survey. The study tests three hypotheses: 1) AR and VR enhance consumer engagement more effectively than traditional digital branding methods; 2) brands that implement immersive technologies are perceived as more innovative and forward-thinking; and 3) the likelihood of adoption increases when users perceive AR and VR as both useful and easy to use. The findings confirm that AR is more commonly utilized than VR due to higher accessibility. Yet, both technologies show a positive trend in improving consumer engagement, strengthening perceptions of brand innovativeness, and—consistent with the Technology Acceptance Model—supporting adoption when perceived as beneficial. The thesis brings original insight by linking consumer perceptions with the strategic use of immersive tools in branding, offering a broader understanding of their role in global brand communication.