5 New Tech Items That Bring AR Closer to Home
The arrival of consumer-grade AR smartglasses isn’t here just yet. We know we are only a few years off from seeing some amazing augmented reality products from Apple and Facebook. In the meantime, we have to immerse ourselves in a few AR products that are currently available and we can bring them home today.
From devices equipped with LIDAR and depth sensors, 3D holographic displays, and conversations covered in AR experiences this year has brought some innovative goodies to enjoy.
New Smart Phones — iPhone 12 pro and Samsung Galaxy S20
iPhone 12 Pro: With ARKit just about any modern iPhone or iPad can be considered an AR gift. This year Apple took it up a notch and introduced LIDAR depth sensors to the lineup which will bring more robust AR experiences. The new phone is starting at $999
Samsung Galaxy S20+5G: For Android users who want to get in on the AR upgrades the new Galaxy boasts the Depth Vision Camera. This will enhance the ARCore features like Depth API. The new phone is starting at $949
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Spectacles 3 Glasses
The 3rd Gen of Snap Spectacles are out. They aren’t quite smart glasses yet but they are the closest thing you can get to it. The new Spec 3 has two cameras to capture images and video in 3D and then allows you to add AR effects to them in Snapchat. Get yourself a pair starting at $380
Looking Glass Portrait
Now, this is an amazing way to view 3D using the Looking Glass Factory’s latest 3D displays. This is definitely an impulse buy but if you are a techno-geek you will appreciate what it can do. The Looking Glass Portrait makes 3D images and video appear to pop out of the light-field display screen with no glass needed. The display is starting at $349.
Facebook Portal TV
The latest line of Facebook’s smart displays and cameras adds AR effects and games to video calls to enhance the experience. Compared to Amazon and Google the Portal is the only display/camera with AR capabilities. This is a great way to stay connected and bring a little AR into the mix with friends and family. The Portal starts at $149
Mario Kart Live: Home Circut
Who doesn't love Nintendo especially one of the most iconic characters and racing games ever! Mario Kart is bringing the action literally into your living room with Home Circut. For Nintendo Switch owners you can purchase Mario Kart Live: Home Circut which includes a camera-equipped remote control car with Mario or Luigi behind the wheel plus the accessories needed to set up your racecourse. Download the free game to your Switch to race the course against AR opponents and obstacles. Get MK Live for $100.
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