ARKit, Apple's augmented reality framework that helps developers create augmented reality experiences for iPhone and iPad, should support enhanced multiplayer modes in games.
Several developers tweeted out curious video clips that show off some of the major new features that Apple has added to its newly updated ARKit framework, such as the ability to detect vertical and irregularly shaped surfaces, 2D image recognition capabilities and more.
Alongside previewing the new iOS 11.3 features and releasing the forthcoming new software for early developer testing yesterday, Apple also announced that app makers can now take advantage of ARKit 1.5, its framework for building augmented reality apps for iOS.
iOS 11.3 has been released in the first developer beta ahead of a full release this spring. Apple previewed it ahead of time, teasing many new features. From AirPlay 2 to Messages on iCloud, to new Animoji, Health records, and more, we've now gone hands-on with everything new you can expect in iOS 11.3.
Apple today previewed some of the new features and enhancements coming to iPhone, iPad and iPod touch this spring with iOS 11.3, including a new battery health section, the ability to disable CPU throttling and adjust power management features, and much more.
Pokémon GO, the popular augmented reality game, is scheduled to gain a brand new AR+ mode powered by Apple's ARKit as soon as later today.
Lego is launching a new augmented reality kid-focused app later today that combines virtual and physical blocks and brick sets, allowing children to fly virtual models around the room.
Amazon on Monday announced Sumerian, a new app platform of its own aimed at third-party developers who would like to build web-based virtual reality, augmented reality or 3D experiences with built-in launch support for Apple's ARKit framework in iOS 11.
Amazon today updated its mobile app for iPhone and iPad with a brand new augmented reality shopping experience, powered by Apple's new ARKit framework in iOS 11.
IKEA's ARKit-driven furniture placement app, aptly named Place, is now available to download from App Store free of charge, allowing you to virtually place furnishings in your space.
Apple CEO Tim Cook sat down with Robin Roberts of ABC's “Good Morning America” show earlier this morning to discuss a few topics of interests such as the launch of the major iOS 11 software update, Apple's $999 price tag for the new iPhone X and more.
iOS 11 has been finally released to the public. We shared Apple's official release notes yesterday, but we've spent a little time of our own coming up with any changes and features not present in iOS 10.
There is an unbelievable amount of things to touch on, so we highly recommend watching our video to see it all in action.