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Google is a company that has always focused on adding Augmented Reality options. You have applications and services that use this technology. Even their devices, the Google Pixel, have augmented reality options on the camera. For a few months we have known that Google could incorporate this AR into Google Maps, its maps application. In this way, we could navigate with much clearer instructions. It seems that this option is already reaching some users.
This feature is already live and reaching some users. Google has said that the Augmented Reality option in Google Maps is only available for tours on foot, not by car or public transportation. In addition, only a few users, the local guides of the Google Maps community, will be able to test this function. the company assures that it will soon reach more users.
How does this augmented reality work? It makes use of the Maps application to use GPS position and maps. In addition, it also grants access to the camera, which is what allows us to see the different signals in Augmented Reality. Therefore, if we are walking in a direction, Google Maps will show us an arrow in real time to show us where we need to go. Because it uses the camera, the arrow It will be located exactly on the street. Of course, we can also see the route on a map that is located at the bottom.
Beware of Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality in Google Maps has its pros and cons. It is a more precise way of guiding us, yes, but it can also cause some problems. That is why Google ensures that will not always give information in Augmented Reality during the tour,since it could cause the user to be looking at the screen all the time without noticing count where you are crossing or who is passing. In addition, it would also be used to save more autonomy.
That the big G has already published a version for some users is nothing more than good news. Soon we will be able to see this feature on all devices.
Via: Engadget.
