Welcome to the world of augmented reality

All you need is your phone and your imagination

It’s easy to take a photo or record your own video of one of the Popins in your world. You can even add yourself and create a mixed reality photo or video. You can place them anywhere you like, and make them big, small, face you, face away from you, you can sing and dance with them – you are the director.

WATCH

Popins are experienced through mobile devices and work on most smartphones. If you are on a different device, you’ll be directed to a QR code and asked to open the camera on your smartphone and scan.

  • Follow the onscreen instructions to allow Popins to access your camera and guide you through placing the Popin. Tip: Try pointing and tapping a spot on the floor about 4-6 feet in front of you in good lighting. If the audio is missing check the mute button located in the top right of the screen.

  • Now you are seeing the person as augmented reality! You can use a finger to place them in different spots or rotate them. You can also pinch the screen to make them larger or smaller. And you can move around and watch them from any angle.

TAKE A PICTURE

To capture the moment simply use the camera icon button on the right. You can take a picture of the AR person alone. Or better yet, jump in and join them.

Follow the on-screen instructions to save or share your new photos.

RECORD

  • Video is recorded by using the screen recording feature on your phone or tablet. If you’re not sure how to enable this functionality, click through these links for instructions for iOS devices and for Android devices. Tip: You may want to adjust your camera settings for higher quality. Here are instructions for an iOS device and an Android device.

  • Now comes the fun part. Find an environment that works for you, turn on screen record and launch your Popin.

SHARE YOUR CREATION

  • Post your creation on your socials. Don’t forget to give us a shout out @popinsdotio.

  • Email us your creation at share@popins.io and watch as we post some of our favorites.

Questions? Contact info@popins.io for help.