Augmented reality is changing the way we see and interact with the world around us.
Stay on top of all the latest technology, and check out these amazing augmented reality apps to download.
Educational Augmented Reality Apps You Should Consider
1. Star Chart
If you ever look at the night sky and wish you remembered the things you learned in school about where the constellations, stars, and planets are located, this app is for you. Star Chart is one of the most comprehensive astronomy apps out there.
Its features allow you to simply point your phone at any location and get an up-close view of the stars, with information about their names, which constellations they belong to, and more. You can even enter the planets and stars you want to view into a search, and Star Chart will show you where they are.
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2. AR Anatomy 4D+
Download and print marker cards with organs and body systems for free, then bring them to life with this app.
You can learn about and interact with all the systems in the body, organs, and other body parts, and even play interactive games. This app is great for kids as well as adults and has been designed to be easy to use.
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3. Civilizations AR
If you love history, anthropology, or art, you will love this app. Civilizations AR allows you to explore several UK museum exhibits up close without ever getting off your couch.
You can even see a real Egyptian Mummy from every angle or “clean” an old artifact to see what it would have looked like brand new.
Download for Android and iOS here.
Augmented Reality Apps That Help You Shop
4. YouCam Makeup-Magic Selfie Cam & Virtual Makeovers
With this amazing app, you can see how cosmetic products from top-selling brands will look on your face before you spend a dime on them. Give yourself a real-time makeover, track the health of your skin, get recommendations for products, and even try out new hair color.
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5. Roar
Roar is revolutionizing the way we interact with products from groceries to movies. Just point your camera at any item that has an AR experience to accompany it, and watch it come to life, get product info, and even find out where to purchase it. Many products offer experiences within the app, but you can also easily create your own.
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6. Amikasa
Decorating your home is fun and exciting, but there is always a little nervousness that the paint won’t look exactly right, or the couch won’t fit the way you thought it would.
You never know what home decor will actually look like until you get it home. Until now. Amikasa allows you to try home goods including flooring, paint, and furniture, from dozens of brands.
Set the dimensions of the room you want to decorate, and have fun trying every possibility before you buy.
Download for iOS and Windows here.
7. Mind Map AR
Mind Map AR is the perfect app for anyone who prefers to do their thinking in the physical world. Create mind maps in real-time using voice commands, project them onto your television, or share them with your friends and family
You can add hyperlinks, detailed notes, directional relationships and more, with this app that helps you visualize your best ideas.
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8. Google Lens
Ever look at a plant, animal, or work of art, and wonder what it is? With Google lens, all you have to do is point your camera at the object you are curious about, and Google will instantly search its image database to find it for you.
You can use it to find out where to buy products you like, and even instantly translate the text so you can better understand the world around you.
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9. Wikitude
Wikitude allows you to scan images and products to learn about them and interact through augmented reality experiences. It is easy to use and is yet another app that will change the way you see the world around you by simply pointing your camera.
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Augmented Reality Apps You Can Have Fun With
10. Dino On My Desk
Go back in time and adopt your own pet dinosaur with the Dino On My Desk app. You can view your prehistoric pet in 3D wherever you are, and interact with it in real-time. Pet it, feed it, and make it roar.
But be careful! Your dinosaur may bite if you make it angry!
Download for Android and iOS here.
11. Quiver
Bring your coloring pages to life with this fun and educational app that takes art at home to the next level. Print and color provided pages, including fun animals, masks, and educational pages to learn about molecules, space, and cell structures.
When you’re done, Quiver will replicate the colors you used to make the images three dimensional and interactive.
Download for Android and iOS here.
12. Lego 3D
Have fun interacting with Legos in a whole new way with this 3D app that allows you to check out your favorite sets and models through either the printed or the online Lego catalog.
You can even share your favorites with friends and family.
