The official Transport for London London Tube app for the iPhone now has an integrated augmented reality function, which locates local points of interest on a map.
Users see a virtual street scene, similar to Google Street View, but with flags marking points of interest.
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The new databases offer national information on places to buy food and drink, leisure facilities and attractions, and accommodation across the UK.
The augmented reality functionality is only available on the iOS4 operating system – which runs on iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.
Each point-of-interest database is available as an in-app download costing 59 pence per category.
The app already directs users to tube stations and bus stops, but has now been updated to offer information on London Cycle Hire docking stations as well.
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