Google Debuts ARCore on New Android Smartphones

Google adds the powerful ARSDK to more devices across its Android ecosystem

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ARCore Debuts on 30 New Android Smartphones
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Published: April 4, 2022

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Rory Greener

This week, Google announced that ARCore, its augmented reality software development kit (ARSDK), is officially certified for roughly 30 new Android smartphones chosen based on the cameras, motion sensors, and CPU technology integrated into each Android device.

Furthermore, ARCore compatible devices must access Google’s 3D Animal library in Search and Playground – the firm’s web application that enables AR developers to create virtual home environments and assets.

Currently, smartphone models mentioned in the list such as Asus, Lenovo, LG, Moto, Motorola, OnePlus, Samsung, Sony, Vivo, Sharp, and Xiaomi have become ARCore-ready. Last June, Google certified devices from other brands, including, Infinix, Tecno, and Zebra.

More About ARCore

ARCore is Google’s convenient and easy-to-access ARSDK that facilitates the development of immersive WebAR experiences for cross-platform delivery. In February 2021, ARCore debuted for developers and introduced AR Foundation, which opened the platform up across Android devices.

The SDK platform uses motion tracking, light estimation, and understanding of physical environments to bring AR into more homes with easy-to-use immersive experiences. The platform currently remains a great starting point for budding developers.

Google recently suspended its AR creator tools Measure and Tango last June due to poor user reviews and the firm’s prolonged focus on ARCore.

The Mountian View-based firm also ceased development of its Google Glass headset, although it plans to release a new mixed reality (MR) headset in 2024. The upcoming headset contains passthrough features, edge computing integration, and also serves as a mobile device.

The news comes after Google expanded its research and development (R&D) division to include a team dedicated to blockchain, smart glasses, distributed computing, and data storage.

Beyond its hardware ambitions, Google has various immersive applications available such as Google Blocks, Earth VR, and Google Lens.

Rival firm Meta Platforms has developed its own AR SDK, Spark AR and has launched a new series of online learning courses and resources to assist both seasoned and new AR developers in creating immersive content.

Last December, Meta released a beta version of Spark AR SDK on Android devices to compete with Google’s platform. Last November, a key university in India held an official online workshop to upskill AR content creators using the Spark AR platform.

 

 

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