Can't Tell What Car That Is? There's an App for That
A new app will help people identify cars using augmented reality.
Blippar has introduced a new app with automotive recognition software using computer vision and augmented reality that allows a user to simply aim their phone at a car to find out the year, make, and model of it. Blippar says the app can recognize any vehicle made after the year 2000 and adds other relevant information such as owner reviews, a 360-degree panorama of the interior, and a price quote. The app can also be used on moving cars as they’re going under 15 mph.
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Recognizing cars isn’t the only thing Blippar can do. The app is capable of identifying various other objects including flowers, pets, and food. So now if you see a car that you really like but don’t have a clue what it is, forget using Google images.
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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