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AR Image Tracking

An augmented reality challenge. Point your camera at a physical marker (a printed image, poster, or sign at the venue) and the app overlays digital content on top of it.

AR Image Tracking challenge screen showing Columbus statue with AR portrait overlay

  1. Walk to the challenge location
  2. Open the AR camera
  3. Point it at the marker image the organizer placed at the venue
  4. The app recognizes the image and displays the AR content

What appears depends on the event:

Content typeWhat you see
ImageA digital image appears on top of the marker
VideoA video plays on the marker’s surface
3D modelA 3D object appears anchored to the marker
  • Hold your device steady while pointing at the marker
  • Make sure the marker is well-lit and fully visible in the camera frame
  • The marker needs to be flat and not crumpled or folded

Requires an AR-capable device (ARCore on Android, ARKit on iOS).

Auto-scored. Points are awarded when the app successfully recognizes the marker and displays the content.