Augmented reality is a great thing, supported not only by more and more devices, but also by software developers. It is understandable that even Google, which has enriched its Maps application with a Live View AR mode, cannot be left behind. It will gradually be available to all owners of smartphones with ARCore support. Google will start distributing it this week.
It is quite likely that some Samsung smartphone owners have already discovered this feature in their Google Maps application. However, the company warns the user that Live View AR is still in the beta testing phase and therefore may not work perfectly. The mode uses your smartphone's camera to navigate you to your destination with information displayed alongside real-time footage from your phone's camera.
ARCore is a platform that enables software support based on the principle of augmented reality. Currently, most of the newer smartphones with the operating system support this platform Android – their updated and constantly expanding list you can find here. Even Apple users will not be deprived of navigation in augmented reality - the aforementioned mode will be supported by all iPhones with ARKit.
To use augmented reality navigation, simply launch the Google Maps app on your smartphone, enter your destination, select pedestrian traffic, tap the route, and select the "Live View" option at the bottom of your smartphone's display. If you haven't discovered this feature yet, just be patient and update the application regularly - you should wait as soon as possible.
