There
was a time when applications with augmented Reality (AR) were merely concepts.
But today, this concept has made its way into the real world. It works by
superimposing digital content atop of our physical surroundings, thereby
enhancing our interaction with our surroundings. Thanks to
AR app development, we now have plethora of
applications integrated with this technology. But, not all of them are worthy
enough to stay in your smartphone.
To
make things easier for you, we have listed the five most popular augmented
reality apps which are worth trying.
Pokemon Go
Pokemon Go can be tagged as the application that made the
concept of AR clear to common people. This marvelous creation of Niantic gained
huge popularity. This enticing game enables its users to catch Pokemon in the
real world. The game makes use of GPS and camera. The camera shows you Pokemon
in the real world while the GPS is used to mark your location. You can have
around 150 pocket monsters with you.
The game
is so engrossing that users often forgot to take note of their surroundings.
Its official website now offers safety tips for its users. Sure enough, you
cannot miss out on an application like this.
Ink Hunter
Inkhunter is a unique and fun-filled AR app that lets you check
out pre-made tattoos. The application offers you its own designs, but you can
also upload and try out your own designs. You can orient the tattoos in any
position and on any part of the body. With a little help from the in-app
editor, tattoos appear close to real life. Previously, it provided support for
black-and-white tattoos, but after its latest update, it now provides support
for colored tattoos too. Though it won’t come handy for larger ones, for
smaller ones, it gives reasonably good results.
Google Sky Map
Star lovers are sure to get smitten by this amazing creation of
Google which enables users to identify almost anything in the starry night sky.
After installing it, simply point your phone upwards, and you can view
different celestial objects like stars, constellations, galaxies and planets.
You can do real-time identification of almost anything that comes under the
radar of your phone’s camera. You can even search for specific stars and
planets that are not clearly visible on your screen.
Wikitude World Browser
With a simple Internet browser like Google Chrome, you can do so
much with Internet. Just think of all the things you can do with an AR browser.
No wonder it is regarded as one of the classic examples of
augmented reality app development. This
virtual browser has over 3500 associated content providers and serves you with
the best possible relevant information regarding landmarks, restaurants, and
other information that you will find extremely useful during travels.
The
browser shows Wikipedia articles with detailed information on landmarks. Its
extra features like enabling users to share locations via Facebook works as
icing on the cake.
Layar
For any AR development company, to create something intriguing
like Layar must be the objective. Now part of the Blippar group, Layar was founded
in 2009. Today, it is considered as a global leader for AR and interactive
print technology. Starting from musical content to happening events, Layar
furnishes you with information by simply scanning compatible printouts. Aim
your camera at any poster, flyer or magazine cover and suddenly, you can find
online links appearing on your screen.
It uses
Accelerometer, built-in camera, compass as well as GPS to serve you with
relevant information. No wonder it was announced as a Technology Pioneer for
2011 by the World Economic Forum.
The apps listed above
give a glimpse of the potential of augmented reality app development. The
marketplace of AR development is sure to get bigger, and if you’re thinking of
jumping into this bandwagon then, perhaps, it’s the right time. Collaborating
with a renowned AR development company is a good choice as it will leave you
with viable options and will also provide you with professional help to get the
best of the industry.
