Brands have now discovered augmented reality to launch into virtual shoe fitting, allowing you to try on a pair of shoes with your smartphone before buying them online. Check now what are the best application options to try on shoes on your cell phone.
The company that started using this technology was Chinese e-commerce giant JD using an augmented reality tool with Sony. It allows you to virtually try on more than a thousand sneakers offered on JD.com before making your purchase.
They use TOF (time of flight) distance measurement technology which scans the foot above then to the side, with its data they will then allow theuser to virtually try out the different models on sale. At the end, the virtual image of the sneaker is superimposed on the foot, adapting to its shape and size.
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After the years of the health crisis, fashion brands are increasingly focused on the development of online commerce and this technology will be very profitable for businesses and very practical for customers who can try on virtually without going to the store
So, what apps can we use to try on shoes?
Amazon
Amazon launched its application which allows the user to virtually try on shoes to help them in the purchase, the company will use augmented reality technology, the “Virtual Try-On Shoes” function, so that users can try shoes from more well-known brands.
It's really easy to try on the sneakers you want, all you have to do is point the phone's camera at your feet and view the product while you move. You can also choose from the colors available for the model and it is possible to share the image with your friends to ask for their opinion.
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This is not the first time that Amazon offers a functionality based on augmented reality, because in 2019 the company launched a tool that allows you to try makeup virtually before buying it and in 2021 the group stood out with Room Decorator, a functionality which allows you to view furniture.
Wanna Kicks
There is also Wanna Kicks, for Android and iOS, it is possible to do this test using the mobile phone. The app uses augmented reality to create 3D models and you simply point the camera at your feet to see the result.
It offers models from renowned brands in the field, the application will help you make the decision to buy a pair of sneakers, because you can view the shoes from different angles and even follow the simulation with a walk.
It's very convenient to use the application, you start by downloading and opening the application on your phone, then swipe the screen to view the available models and select the shoes you prefer.
After choosing, tap “Let’s try”, but you need to release access to the cell phone camera using the app. So, point the camera at your feet and wait for the model to appear.
Finally, tap the camera icon to take a photo and select "Save and share" to be able to send it to other apps, and when you view a shoe you can slide the screen to the up to display a description of the model.
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For more details on each app, go to your favorite app store – Google Play Store Where App Store – and download the option that suits you best.