Users can now access the newly added augmented reality functions to the Metro Paris Subway application through the iPhone. This will be the first application on the iPhone to provide augmented reality to the high-end device, according to IntoMobile.
There seem to be many advantages that reality augmented functions will offer iPhone 3GS users. The feature lays all the information on a real time picture captured from the camera of the handset. Data from GPS and digital compass hardware is combined to find out the geo-location and the direction users will be facing. They can tag real-world objects using the data provided by the application.
With the latest update through the AppStore, Metro Paris Subway is capable of accessing AR features. It is believed that the update on the iPhone OS 3.1, led to the ability of AppStore to offer AR features. Through the iPhone 3GS’s camera viewfinder, users can locate the subway stations and favorite spots like the closest Pizza Hut, Starbucks, KFC, Best Western joint and more.
This definitely sounds like a pleasing news for users who are fond of augmented reality functions. With these functions now easily accessible through the Metro Paris Subway Application on the iPhone 3GS, users should be really excited.