Yesterday Mobilizy released a new version of the Wikitude 4 Android Client (build 8.3). The newest version includes User Interface changes based on feedback from our users.  The most notable changes are as follows: the number of tabs has been reduced to 5, a snapshot feature has been added, new features have been added to the settings screen, and various graphics have been replaced.

Just like in the beginning with Version 1.0, Wikitude is staying true to being user-centered. It is because of this commitment that we allow users to search for POIs across all Worlds and show the closest POIs right away at startup.  You immediately can see what’s around you, no matter who provided this information (We call this concept “Virtual Discovery”). Since Wikitude is an AR World Browser, it also provides a way to bookmark Worlds, just like you would bookmark a web page in a web browser.

Every user is different – some are traditional vintage car enthusiast, others rent cars frequently, while some don’t even have a driver’s license. This is why we allow users to ignore Worlds which don’t fit their daily lives. Information displayed in an AR app should fit your personal profile, but not spam you every time you launch the app by displaying the latest “off-topic” featured content.

The number of Wikitude-Worlds is growing daily because creating your own World does not require setting up a server or any development skills (see Create your own World). On wikitude.me you can find instructions on how to add content to our system. In the coming days, we will be announcing a dynamic way to add your content. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions on this (developers AT mobilizy.com)

If you have questions or suggestions on UI, user experience or any questions about the information above, please don’t hesitate to contact me personally. I am always happy to get valuable feedback from our community.

Cheers,
Andreas

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