google has created a playful augmented reality feature in the shape of a guiding fox that could make its way onto its maps app. the little creature is supposed to improve navigation by offering a helping hand, using smartphone cameras to direct users.
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google showcased the AR functionality at its I/O developers conference on tuesday. users are directed by the app which uses the camera on your smartphone to offer directions. the revised app combines real-world images with map overlays and location-based positioning, allowing users to access more information with less effort e.g. street names and places whilst in directions mode. vice president aparna chennapragada showed a video demonstrating the user’s path lit with arrows that flash green when you need to change direction.
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