Augmented Reality SDK for Indoor Navigation
Augmented Reality (AR) tech has come a long way since its original inception decades ago. But although the possibilities are almost endless, one area has remained firmly out of reach so far: indoor navigation.
Despite the apparent applicability of AR tech to indoor navigation apps, solutions have yet to be developed and reliable indoor navigation technology is still out of our grasp. However, with developer-friendly Software Development Kits (SDKs), developers may be on the cusp of unlocking AR’s full potential for this market.
GPS vs Indoor Navigation
GPS is already a technology that millions of people use every day. In fact, most drivers totally rely on GPS-based apps and systems, like Google Maps, to navigate everywhere instead of regular maps or personal directions.
However, indoor navigation still has a way to go, at least from the average consumer’s standpoint. Almost everyone knows the frustration of trying to find a store or kiosk in a mall, only to see that a GPS-based app can’t pinpoint your location or help direct you to your goal.
However, Indoor Positioning Systems, or IPS, are rapidly being developed by major companies and software enterprises with the goal of providing consistent indoor navigation for use with consumer-friendly apps and…
