Rovio has unveiled the first augmented reality iteration of its Angry Birds franchise, appropriately named Angry Birds FPS: First Person Shooter. Of course, it’s a bit of a unique take on the FPS genre, as gamers will take control of the infamous slingshot present in previous games and complete various physic puzzles. However, to play this game, the gamer will need to own Magic Leap’s latest AR headset, which retails for $2,300. While that price may seem extravagant for some, it remains a step forward for augmented reality gaming. The aforementioned Angry Birds game, which we included on our list of games/franchises that need an AR title, is unique, crispy, and delivers an entirely immersive expense.In this game, instead of using fingers to fling the birds, gamers will take control of the slingshot itself. Rovio collaborated with Resolution Games to perfect these mechanics in augmented reality, which gives it a really immersive experience. After all, it seems like … [Read more...] about Angry Birds Augmented Reality Game Coming to Magic Leap
Applying qr code in augmented reality applications
Apple plotting augmented reality GOGGLES in 2020, top expert claims
APPLE is working on a pair of augmented reality goggles that could be less than two years away. That's according to legendary Apple tipster Ming-Chi Kuo, who has revealed his predictions for the Californian tech firm's future. Right now, Apple hasn't shown any interest in building a smart headset – publicly, anyway. But TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple is working on a pair of smart augmented reality goggles called AR Glass. "We predict that AR is the next-generation revolutionary UI; we therefore think that AR does not need any killer applications given it is a killer application already," Kuo wrote in a research note seen by Business Insider. "We expect Apple will redefine the UIs of existing products by offering an AR experience created by the AR glass, which will likely be launched in 2020," he went on. The highly respected KGI Securities analyst has an impressive track record on Apple leaks. For instance, he correctly guessed the iPhone X screen size, the … [Read more...] about Apple plotting augmented reality GOGGLES in 2020, top expert claims
How Geo-location based Augmented Reality Apps work?
2018 has seen an increased interest in augmented reality as the technology becomes more easily available to users everywhere. In a nutshell, augmented reality(AR) works by layering 2D or 3D virtual content on top of real world locations and objects, which can be accessed using smart devices such as phones and tablets and also wearable technology such as smart glasses. Unlike virtual reality games and apps that need investment in dedicated headsets, augmented reality apps can work on commonly available smartphones and headsets. This paves the way for widespread distribution of AR apps. Consumer adoption of AR has created a thriving market for AR applications across all sectors, from popular social networking apps like SnapChat to product promotion apps like IKEA’s catalogue. Geo-location based augmented reality apps AR technology can be broadly classified into four types : Marker-based AR Marker-less or location based AR Projection based AR Superimposition based AR Most AR apps … [Read more...] about How Geo-location based Augmented Reality Apps work?
How Geo-location based augmented reality apps function?
2018 has seen an increased interest in augmented reality as the technology becomes more easily available to users everywhere. In a nutshell, augmented reality(AR) works by layering 2D or 3D virtual content on top of real world locations and objects, which can be accessed using smart devices such as phones and tablets and also wearable technology such as smart glasses. Unlike virtual reality games and apps that need investment in dedicated headsets, augmented reality apps can work on commonly available smartphones and headsets. This paves the way for widespread distribution of AR apps. Consumer adoption of AR has created a thriving market for AR applications across all sectors, from popular social networking apps like SnapChat to product promotion apps like IKEA’s catalogue. Geo-location based augmented reality apps AR technology can be broadly classified into four types : Marker-based AR Marker-less or location based AR Projection based AR Superimposition based AR Most AR apps … [Read more...] about How Geo-location based augmented reality apps function?
Cracker Jack abandons a century of prizes for QR codes and mobile games
Gen Xers who remember scoring the coveted weather predictor, smearing on a temporary tattoo or throwing out yet another useless magnifying glass today saw another symbol of their childhood annihilated: Cracker Jack is replacing the toy with a QR code for some mobile games. The Toy Surprise has been in every box of Cracker Jack for more than 100 years —€” going back to 1912. But it now gives way to QR codes for baseball themed games, which one accesses after downloading another app, called Blippar, on their iOS or Android mobile device. Oh boy, kid, here's your prize. Yay. The games are "baseball-inspired mobile digital experiences" as Cracker Jack doubles down on its nostalgic ties to the game thanks to a song. The four "experiences" range from a dance cam and a dot race that mimics the ones seen on jumbo screens at ballparks to a set of virtual baseball cards that star the user. No prize though. Haston Lewis, the senior director of marketing for brand owner … [Read more...] about Cracker Jack abandons a century of prizes for QR codes and mobile games