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AR iOS Prototype with Hotspot Audio Experiences

Services Covered:

Mobile Application Development

Industry

Media

Duration

3 months

Budget

10K - 49K

Start Date

1 April 2019

Team Size

6-10 Employees

Engagement Model

Nearshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

74/100

Good

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Client

Red Bull Media House

Salzburg, Austria

Project Summary

Ascent (formerly Parkside Interactive) developed an iOS prototype for a media client that creates location-based augmented experiences. The vendor advised on direction, built hotspot-triggered audio functionality and a multi-user experience, and delivered the prototype after iterative testing. Project management was proactive and used MindMeister for planning; the client was pleased with the technical quality of the final product.

Key Challenges

Create hotspot areas that trigger interactive elements
Determine the feasibility and limits of the AR technology
Hire and collaborate with a team to implement the concept

Project Deliverables

iOS prototype
Hotspot-based audio-trigger feature
Multi-user experience component

Project Solution

The vendor advised on direction and collaborated to design and build an iOS prototype that enables creators to place hotspot areas globally. When a user enters a hotspot, an audio message is triggered to direct the user; the prototype also supports a multi-user experience. The engagement included iterative testing and three rounds of major fixes and was delivered after collaborative feedback.

Project Outcome

Improved product quality after three rounds of major fixes
Positive client satisfaction with the final product and technical performance
Strong project management and proactive communication using MindMeister

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.25

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The team at Ascent (formerly Parkside Interactive) delivered a quality final product. They simplified the client's ideas in a specific direction in order to bring it to life. Their technical savvy is also noteworthy. Their project management approach functioned well within the engagement.”
Anonymous
Project Manager
Date: 05/07/2020