Augmented Reality in GPS Navigation

A new Android app, appropriately titled Route 66 Maps + Navigation, that brings augmented reality to GPS navigation — specifically, a feature called Follow Me that allows real drivers to follow virtual cars turn for turn. Follow Me uses your smartphone or tablet’s camera to display real-time video of the road ahead, and places a virtual 3D car directly in front of you on your route — the car’s rear lights indicate when to turn right or left… Via ENGADGET

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