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Wikitude
Developer Wikitude GmbH
ReleaseOctober20, 2008;17 years ago(2008年10月20日)
Final release
9.14.0 / May23, 2023;3 years ago(2023年05月23日)
Operating system Android, iOS, UWP [1]
Available inEnglish
Type Augmented reality
License Free Trial and Commercial License
Websitewww.wikitude.com

Wikitude was a mobile augmented reality (AR) technology provider based in Salzburg, Austria. Founded in 2008, Wikitude initially focused on providing location-based augmented reality experiences through the Wikitude World Browser App. In 2012, the company restructured its proposition by launching the Wikitude SDK,[2] a development framework that uses image recognition and tracking, and geolocation technology.

In September 2021 Wikitude announced that it has been acquired by Qualcomm.[3]

The Wikitude SDK (software development kit) serves as a foundational product for the company. First launched in October 2008, the SDK includes image recognition and tracking, 3D model rendering, video overlay, location based AR. In 2017 Wikitude launched its SLAM technology (Simultaneous Localization And Mapping) which enables object recognition and tracking, as well as markerless instant tracking.

The versatile SDK is compatible with Android, iOS, and Windows operating systems, and it has also been optimized for various smart eyewear devices.[2]

The Wikitude app pioneered the use of a location-based approach in augmented reality.[4] [5]

As of September 21, 2023, no new subscription purchases can be made, and existing subscriptions cannot be renewed. Support for the Wikitude SDK has ceased on September 21, 2024, at which time all associated Wikitude services have been shut down.[6]

Functionality

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Location based augmented reality

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Wikitude initially entered the market with its geo location AR app. The Wikitude app pioneered the use of a location-based approach in augmented reality.[4] [5]

For location-based augmented reality, the position of objects on the screen of the mobile device is calculated using the user's position (by GPS or Wi-Fi), the direction in which the user is facing (by using the compass) and accelerometer. Augmentations can be placed at specific points of interest and afterwards viewed through the devices' screen or lenses.

Image Recognition

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Since August 2012, Wikitude also features image recognition technologies that allow for tracker images to trigger augmented reality technology within the app.[7]

The software identifies relevant feature points of the target image (also known as marker). This allows to overlay and stick augmentations in specific position on top or around the image.

SLAM: Instant Tracking, Object and Scene Recognition

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In 2017 Wikitude launched its SLAM technology. Instant Tracking,[8] the first feature using SLAM,[9] allows developers to easily map environments and display augmented reality content without the need for target images (markers). Object Recognition is the latest addition based on SLAM, with the launch of SDK 7. The idea behind Object Recognition and Tracking is very similar to Image Tracking, but instead of recognizing images and planar surfaces, the Object Tracker can work with three-dimensional structures and objects (tools, toys, machinery, etc.).

Reception

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Opinions differ as to whether the location-based approach of augmented reality implemented by Wikitude can be considered as augmented reality.[10] There is also concern for the accuracy of the GPS, compass and motion sensors used to calculate the position of the virtual objects. Inaccuracies could accumulate to the point that they prevent delivering a feasible result. In practice, this technique proves to be much simpler to implement than ones using the marker-based approach. In a current listing of the Top 5 AR Apps[11] from The Telegraph , three mobile applications use the location-based approach (Google Goggles used both approaches).

Awards

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  • 2017:
    • Best Developer Tool 2017, Augmented World Expo[12]
  • 2015:
    • Honorable Mentions for Best Tool 2015, Augmented World Expo[13]
  • 2012:
    • Best Augmented Reality Browser, Augmented Planet[14]
    • Best Augmented Reality Developer Tool, Augmented Planet[14]
    • Android Apps Magazine – Best Augmented Reality app 2013[15]
  • 2011:
    • Best Augmented Reality Browser, Augmented Planet[16]
    • Best Augmented Reality Developer Tool, Augmented Planet[16]
    • Best BBM Connected Application, BlackBerry® EMEA Innovation Award[17]
    • Most Addictive Social App using BBM Social Platform, 2011 BlackBerry Developer Challenge[18]
  • 2010:
  • 2009:
    • Best Augmented Reality Browser, Augmented Planet[25]
    • GSMA Mobile Innovation 2009 Global Competition EMEA "Top Innovator"
    • Salzburger Wirtschaftspreis[26]
  • 2008:

References

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  1. ↑ "Wikitude". Wikitude website. Wikitude GmbH. Retrieved 2011年09月07日. Wikitude is an augmented reality software provider. Augmented reality (AR) overlays digital vision and information on the real world to enhance human visual perception
  2. 1 2 Wikitude (2014年11月23日). "The world's leading augmented reality SDK". wikitude.com. Retrieved 2015年06月22日.
  3. ↑ "Qualcomm confirms acquisition of Augmented Reality SDK provider Wikitude - Financial News". 2021年09月23日. Retrieved 2022年01月12日.
  4. 1 2 Simon Perry (2008年10月23日). "Wikitude: Android App With Augmented Reality: Mind Blowing". digital-lifestyles.info. Retrieved 2008年10月23日.
  5. 1 2 Daniel Wagner (2009年08月06日). "History of Mobile Augmented Reality". Institute for Computergraphics and Vision. Archived from the original on 2011年07月19日. Retrieved 2009年08月06日.
  6. ↑ "Wikitude Product and Services End-of-Life Announcement". wikitude.com. 2023年09月12日. Retrieved 2023年11月26日.
  7. ↑ Simon Sage (2012年08月17日). "Wikitude update adds image recognition, enables quick exchange rate checking". androidcentral.com. Retrieved 2012年08月17日.
  8. ↑ "Wikitude SDK 6 Embarks into Mixed Reality with Instant Tracking". WonderHowTo. Retrieved 2017年07月20日.
  9. ↑ "Tracking of a new generation - ViewAR and Wikitude on Augmented Reality apps". ViewAR - Augmented Reality (in German). 2017年05月22日. Retrieved 2017年07月20日.
  10. ↑ Mok Oh (2009年08月23日). "Is That *Really* Augmented Reality?". allthingsv.com. Retrieved 2009年08月23日.
  11. ↑ Warman, Matt (January 11, 2010). "Top 5 augmented reality applications". The Telegraph. Retrieved July 2, 2016.
  12. ↑ "2017 Auggie Awards Winners". Augmented World Expo. Archived from the original on 2018年11月04日. Retrieved 2017年06月21日.
  13. ↑ Augmented World Exp (2015年06月10日). "2015 Auggie Awards Winners". www.augmentedworldexpo.com/. Retrieved 2017年03月21日.
  14. 1 2 Lester Madden (2012年11月01日). "Readers Choice Awards 2012 Winners". www.augmentedplanet.com. Retrieved 2012年11月01日.
  15. ↑ Android Magazine (2012年11月15日). "Android Apps Magazine – Best Augmented Reality app 2013" (PDF). www.androidmag.de. Retrieved 2012年11月15日.[dead link ]
  16. 1 2 Lester Madden (2011年12月21日). "Readers Choice Awards 2011 Winners". www.augmentedplanet.com. Retrieved 2011年12月21日.
  17. ↑ RIM (2011年12月07日). "Wikitude Expands Support for BlackBerry Smartphones". press.rim.com. Retrieved 2011年12月07日.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  18. ↑ BlackBerry Partners Fund (2011年10月18日). "BlackBerry Partners Fund Announces Winners of the "BBM" Competition in the 2011 BlackBerry Developer Challenge". www.blackberrypartnersfund.com. Retrieved 2011年10月18日.
  19. ↑ Lester Madden (2011年01月07日). "Readers Choice Awards 2010 Winners". www.augmentedplanet.com. Retrieved 2011年01月07日.
  20. ↑ WSA Mobile (2010年12月01日). "Wikitude World Browser, WSA-mobile Winner in the category m-Tourism & Culture, 2010". www.wsa-mobile.org. Retrieved 2010年12月01日.
  21. ↑ ESNC (2010年10月18日). "Augmented Reality Navigation Brings Home First Prize in European Satellite Navigation Competition 2010". www.galileo-masters.eu. Archived from the original on 2010年10月28日. Retrieved 2010年10月18日.
  22. ↑ Navteq (2010年01月10日). "NAVTEQ Global LBS Challenge® CHAMPION". www.nn4d.com. Retrieved 2010年01月10日.
  23. ↑ Monitor (2010年11月24日). "Softwarepark Hagenberg Award". www.monitor.co.at. Retrieved 2010年11月24日.
  24. ↑ NAVTEQ (2010年10月18日). "NAVTEQ Global LBS Challenge® CHAMPION". www.nn4d.com. Retrieved 2010年10月18日.
  25. ↑ Lester Madden (2009年12月18日). "Best Augmented Reality Of 2009 – Awards". www.augmentedplanet.com. Retrieved 2009年12月18日.
  26. ↑ WSA Mobile (2009年11月01日). "Die Preisträger im Bereich Innovation". portal.wko.at. Archived from the original on 2011年11月08日. Retrieved 2009年11月01日.
  27. ↑ Jason Chen (2008年05月13日). "Android Developers Blog I Top 50 Applications". android-developers.blogspot.com. Retrieved 2008年05月13日.
  28. ↑ Sarah Perez (2008年05月13日). "Android Developer Challenge I Winners Announced: Our Picks". readwriteweb.com/. Retrieved 2008年05月13日.
  29. ↑ Tom Krazit (2008年05月13日). "Google chooses 50 finalists in Android Developer Challenge". news.cnet.com. Retrieved 2008年05月13日.
  30. ↑ Erick Schonfeld (2008年05月13日). "Fifty Android Developers Get 25,000ドル Each: The List". TechCrunch. Retrieved 2008年05月13日.
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