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Galactic Compass 2 App Adds Augmented Reality Mode and Apple Watch Support
Key points
- Galactic Compass 2 introduces an augmented reality mode.
- An Apple Watch app is now available for the compass.
- The app features a new Liquid Glass appearance for iOS 27.
- AI assisted in developing the Apple Watch's 3D graphics library.
New Features in Galactic Compass 2
The Galactic Compass app has received an update, bringing it to version 2. The primary new features include an augmented reality (AR) mode and a dedicated Apple Watch application. The AR mode allows users to place the galactic center arrow within their real-world environment and move around it, providing an interactive visualization.
Apple Watch Integration
A new Apple Watch app enables users to view the compass arrow on their wrist. This version includes an alignment mode that provides haptic feedback when the arrow is pointing directly ahead. The development of the Apple Watch app required a custom 3D graphics library, as Apple's RealityKit does not support watchOS, with AI assistance noted in its creation.
Additional Updates and Context
Galactic Compass 2 also introduces a new 'Liquid Glass' appearance, designed for iOS 27. The original Galactic Compass app, launched in 2024, gained popularity for its unique function of pointing to the Milky Way's center, briefly appearing in the App Store's 'top free apps' charts in the Travel category.
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Reporting from
The Galactic Compass app, which points to the Milky Way's center, has been updated to version 2, introducing an augmented reality mode and an Apple Watch application. This update expands the app's functionality by allowing users to visualize the galactic center within their physical environment and access the compass from their wrist.