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What is an AR SDK?

AR SDK stands for Augmented Reality Software Development Kit. It is a ready-made module that can be integrated with other software and enhance it with relevant features: virtual try-on, beauty effects, background replacement , etc. It is helpful for the companies that need AR development but don’t have the know-how or the developers for it.

What is the AR SDK pricing model?

Face AR SDK and Video Editor SDK are priced per month per platform. The license cost also depends on the features you want, custom development you may or may not require, and payment period – yearly upfront payment is discounted. Send us a message to get detailed pricing for the product you are interested in. 

What is an AR App?

AR App means Augmented Reality App – a piece of software that has augmented reality features. The term is very broad, as it includes anything an AR developer can make: games (e.g. Pokemon GO), virtual try-on platforms like TINT , software for indoor navigation, dental tech apps and more.

What is AR currently used for?

AR is used for everything from repairing military vehicles to gaming and photo booth software . While AR development is complicated and requires special knowledge, you can use an SDK, library, or framework to add the necessary features without developing them from scratch.

What is an SDK in software?

SDK is a software development kit – an off-the-shelf software product designed to be easily integrated with completed apps or projects in development. It lets companies quickly add new features to their products without investing too much money.  The term has many similarities with others, for example an augmented reality SDK could just as well be called “augmented reality framework” or “augmented reality library.” 

How to make augmented reality?

Making augmented reality requires programming skills, especially in the fields of computer vision and machine learning. You would also need domain-specific knowledge, e.g. if you want to make cosmetics try-on , you’ll have to learn about various characteristics of makeup.  If you don’t want to become an AR developer yourself but want to add certain functionalities to an app, your best bet would be to use an augmented reality software development kit. It lets you quickly get the necessary features without making them from the ground up.