Google AR is the hidden tool that will blow your mind

Google AR animals
(Image credit: Future)

Living room looking a bit too familiar right now? Google AR animals could be the answer. The design team at Google loves to get creative and spring unexpected surprises on its audience. From the brilliantly entertaining Google Doodles to the most genius Google Easter Eggs, there are some great time-suckers hidden inside the search giant.

A lesser-known feature is Google AR, a hidden augmented reality tool that allows users to view a 3D image of a search result. On AR-enabled devices, the tool is accessed using Google Search, with a question, for example: How big is a wolf? If the animal is available, you'll get the usual stats – height, length, mass etc – above an arrow that users can click to reveal a 'meet a life-sized wolf up close' option. Press that and ta da! A 3D version of the animal appears in the room. It's a great time to mix up the view and bring some wildlife inside.

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Kerrie Hughes
Freelance writer

Kerrie Hughes is a frequent contributor to Creative Bloq, and was once its editor. One of the original CB crew, Kerrie joined the team back in 2013 after moving from her role as staff writer on 3D World. Since then she's written regularly for other creative publications such as ImagineFX, Computer Arts and Digital Camera World. After a stint working for the police, Kerrie is back reviewing creative tech for creative professionals. 

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