Google Sky Map
Whenever I want to quickly show off the capabilities of my Android phone to someone, I whip out Sky Map. It’s visually impressive, and one can see easily that it has a practical application in the world.
I don’t know if it counts as true augmented reality, as it doesn’t use the camera. I think it probably does because it is still merging the real-life environment with computer generated imagery (correct me if I’m wrong). With that in mind… it’s clearly the best example of augmented reality implemented in a phone that I’ve come across so far. It puts many of the available sensors (AGPS, Compass, Accelerometer) to great use.
I’ve included a link to Layar, another great example of AR, which allows the community to create their own maps.
Tags: android, application, google, Mobile
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