Citroen DS3 Showcased Using Augmented Actuality Technology [Video]
…….. By Zack Newmark
October 9,.2009.4:23 PM …….. Filed Under:. Citroen , European, Technology
Citron has launched . new feature on the website for the Citron DS3. Called “augmented reality,” the site allows you to use your own equipment at home to interact with the new site.
Visitors to the DS3 websitewill be able to print out . sheet of paper that can then interact with the site through the users’ personal webcam. After printing out . picture steering wheel, the user can hold thatpic up to their camera to drive . simulated version of the car. The site interprets the movements of the wheel to move the car left and right. You can then challenge friends worldwideto . time trial competition.
Also, users can print out ..”interactive page” and hold it up to their camera. On screen, the site will impose an animated3. image of the DS3 that moves when the page is moved.
The Citron DS3 was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show earlier this year. At less than four-meters long, the MINI rival will feature the same bi-color customization options as the BMW -owned automaker. The DS3 is expected to go on sale next spring with three different petrol engine choices, ranging from 95 to 150 hp, and two diesel engines rated at 90 and 110 hp.
