Augmented reality games for the iPhone

There are numerous apps for the iPhone which include a series of augmented reality games. The idea behind these is to enhance the gaming experience via 3D movement.

Here is a list of some of the most popular augmented reality games for the iPhone:

• Golfscape GPRS Rangefinder: displays information about each of the 18 holes on a golf course, e.g. yardage.
• Spyglass: turns your phone into a compass which is designed for outdoor activities, e.g. walking.
• Panoramascope – displays information about a particular location.
• Cyclopedia: nothing to do with bicycles but displays Wikipedia information as you move the phone around.
• Star Chart: a virtual astronomy app which displays information about the stars as you point the phone up at the sky.
• SnapShot Showroom: a useful app for anyone looking to buy new furniture or any other items for their home.
• Travel Guide: as the name says, a handy guide when you are travelling overseas.
• FirePower: a high energy game which enables you to shoot at cars as a form of stress relief.
• Quick Writer: a virtual keyboard which enables you to see what you are typing.
• SketchWiz: for the budding artist, this app enables you to be creative in a variety of ways.

These are a selection from what is a growing collection of augmented reality apps.