15+ Best Augmented Reality (AR) applications

Augmented reality (AR) is a term for a live direct or indirect view of a physical real-world environment whose elements are augmented by virtual computer-generated imagery. It is related to a more general concept called mediated reality in which a view of reality is modified (possibly even diminished rather than augmented) by a computer. As a result, the technology functions by enhancing one’s current perception of reality.

Maps APIs & Mobile

Susannah Raub, Ken Hoetmer

In this session we will discuss the specific challenges of using the Maps API to create content targeted at the mobile audience. Topics will include: devices round up, mobile networking primer, strategies to deal with latency, display and user input constrains.

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Learn how to develop for Android, Beyond HelloWorld

Marko Gargenta delivers a tutorial-style talk on how to develop for Google’s Android platform (beyond the HelloWorld) at the San Francisco Android User Group.