Augmented reality apps have already given us the ability to search for our destinations, and even spot the best line-of-sight for our satellite dishes, simply by viewing the world through our smartphones. Now eBay is trying its hand at augmented reality with a personal touch, in a recent upgrade to its eBay Fashion app, available for the iPhone.
Using the iPhone 4's front-facing camera, the app now allows you to try on several different styles and brands of sunglasses before deciding to make a purchase. Simply calibrate the "See It On" feature using the on-screen prompts, and choose your favorite lens and frame combinations. Once you've done this, the app will give you a virtual pair of shades and display the results on your screen. You can tilt your head, turn, and do essentially everything you would normally do when trying on a pair of glasses in a store.
The feature only works on the iPhone 4, and not older iPhone models, due to the addition of the front-facing camera. However, those with previous iPhone models can still take advantage of the app's other key feature: the Outfit Builder. While browsing the apparel sections of the app you can choose to save items to your "Closet". Entering the closet allows you to mix and match looks by combining whichever items in your closet you think look best. You can even save the outfits for a later date, or maybe just to show of to your friends.
Using the iPhone 4's front-facing camera, the app now allows you to try on several different styles and brands of sunglasses before deciding to make a purchase. Simply calibrate the "See It On" feature using the on-screen prompts, and choose your favorite lens and frame combinations. Once you've done this, the app will give you a virtual pair of shades and display the results on your screen. You can tilt your head, turn, and do essentially everything you would normally do when trying on a pair of glasses in a store.
The feature only works on the iPhone 4, and not older iPhone models, due to the addition of the front-facing camera. However, those with previous iPhone models can still take advantage of the app's other key feature: the Outfit Builder. While browsing the apparel sections of the app you can choose to save items to your "Closet". Entering the closet allows you to mix and match looks by combining whichever items in your closet you think look best. You can even save the outfits for a later date, or maybe just to show of to your friends.
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