Keiichi Matsuda imagines what it would be like when digital layers of information converge with the physical environment – no device required. (Best viewed in 3D if you have 3D glasses handy)
Google just released Google Goggles for iPhone. It’s been out for Android for a while and is now available for iPhone users. Read more on Google Mobile.
StickyBits is a new, free iPhone app that allows you to tag any barcode with text, images, even videos. The app includes a barcode scanner, making reading and attaching new content to barcodes extremely easy. Of course, content is only accessible to others on the stickybits network.
Users have several options for where to place content:
- Tag an already existing code
- Print free, customizable barcode
- Order paid barcode stickers
- Print T-shirts, Mugs and more with custom codes, thanks to a partnership with Zazzle.
The site includes a running list of innovative uses for the technology, but if you don’t have time, here are two broad implications:
Added Product Value: Brands can add value to their products via the barcode (e.g. adding a recipe to a food product).
People shape Brand Perception: Innovations like StickyBits enable users to tag their opinions of a product DIRECTLY TO THE PRODUCT. The power of individual’s to shape product perception has increased substantially.
levelHead is a augmented reality game challenging one’s spatial memory. The goal is to rotate the cubes in order to move the character through doors trying to find the exit.
It’s a good example of the possibilities of simple augmented reality gaming.
The game is not yet available for personal use, but is available for installation use.
ManyCam is freeware that modifies your webcam video stream to give you augmented effects including adding a fiery trail to your movement, face-tracking masks and accessories, effects that are reminiscent of PhotoBooth, a distortion bar covering your eyes to remain somewhat anonymous, and the ability to draw on your video stream.
It’s augmented reality for your webcam stream. Just in case you were already getting bored with Chatroulette.
