'Mumbai T2' Uses AR for Mumbai International Airport Navigation
Laura McQuarrie — November 6, 2015 — Tech
References: play.google & thehindubusinessline
Navigating an airport can be stressful even for a seasoned traveler, but with the introduction of the Mumbai T2 App, it's becoming a whole lot easier to get around the Mumbai International Airport.
Mumbai International Airport launched the first ever indoor navigation app for India, using augmented reality to make the journey inside Terminal 2 seamless. The app uses a combination of beacon technology and push notifications to aid users through processes like getting ready to depart or book a taxi service. The app also offers an in-depth virtual walkthrough of different parts of the airport to make it a little more familiar to first-time visitors.
As well as helping travelers curate their own "experiential tour" of the airport, this app is a huge part in keeping guests informed and the terminal quiet, since it has cut down on making public announcements.
Mumbai International Airport launched the first ever indoor navigation app for India, using augmented reality to make the journey inside Terminal 2 seamless. The app uses a combination of beacon technology and push notifications to aid users through processes like getting ready to depart or book a taxi service. The app also offers an in-depth virtual walkthrough of different parts of the airport to make it a little more familiar to first-time visitors.
As well as helping travelers curate their own "experiential tour" of the airport, this app is a huge part in keeping guests informed and the terminal quiet, since it has cut down on making public announcements.
Trend Themes
1. Indoor Navigation Apps - There is a growing trend of using augmented reality for indoor navigation in airports.
2. Beacon Technology - Beacon technology is being used to aid users in various processes within airports.
3. Virtual Walkthroughs - Virtual walkthroughs are becoming popular in airport apps to familiarize first-time visitors with the layout.
Industry Implications
1. Airport Technology - The airport technology industry can benefit from the development of augmented reality apps for navigation and assistance.
2. Travel and Tourism - The travel and tourism industry can leverage augmented reality apps to enhance the airport experience for travelers.
3. Mobile App Development - The mobile app development industry can explore opportunities in creating innovative indoor navigation apps using augmented reality.
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