Measuring Tape in Augmented Reality Showcases the Future of Virtual Tools

AR Measure Augmented Reality iPhone Ruler iPhone Measuring Tape iPhone Tape Measure

As the world eagerly awaits the release of Apple's newest operating system, iOS 11, an increasing amount of exciting information is being released to the public. While the new system will feature cool capabilities like a catch-all for files, a sleek new dock, and a Split View function, ARKit, a fascinating framework for augmented reality, has garnered the most attention—particularly, in the form of a virtual measuring tape.

In a video posted by Laan Labs, a measuring tape app called AR Measure is demonstrated. At first, the tool is shown next to a real-life tape measure, showcasing its likeness and proving its accuracy. Then, it impressively quantifies the dimensions of various pieces of furniture, conveying its unexpected versatility and undeniable usefulness.

While the video exhibits the easy-to-use functionality of the app, AR Measure further explains its purpose on its website: “AR Measure turns your phone into a ruler you can use anytime, anywhere. Just point your phone and click a point to measure almost anything. The app uses the power of Augmented Reality to measure the distance between points in 3D space.” In addition to demonstrating the benefits of this technological tool specifically, AR Measure also speaks to the exciting capabilities of augmented reality on a larger-than-life scale.

AR Measure, a new augmented reality app, is a handy iPhone tape measure.

AR Measure Augmented Reality iPhone Ruler iPhone Measuring Tape iPhone Tape Measure

AR Measure Augmented Reality iPhone Ruler iPhone Measuring Tape iPhone Tape Measure

AR Measure Augmented Reality iPhone Ruler iPhone Measuring Tape iPhone Tape Measure

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h/t: [Gizmodo]

All images and videos via Laan Labs.

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Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
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