Airbnb is replacing the guest book with augmented reality

Airbnb is replacing the guest book with augmented reality

“Airbnb announced today (Dec.11) that it’s experimenting with augmented- and virtual-reality technologies to enhance customers’ travel experiences.

The company showed off some simple prototype ideas in a blog post, detailing how VR could be used to explore apartments that customers may want to rent, from the comfort of their own homes. Hosts could scan apartments or houses to create 360-degree images that potential customers could view on smartphones or VR headsets.

It also envisioned an augmented-reality system where hosts could leave notes and instructions to their guests as they move through their apartment, especially if their house’s setup is unusual. AR signposts in the Airbnb app could help guide guests through anything confusing more efficiently than the instructions hosts often leave for their guests…”

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https://qz.com/1153004/airbnb-is-working-on-ar-and-vr-applications-for-booking-rooms-and-vacations/

https://qz.com/1153004/airbnb-is-working-on-ar-and-vr-applications-for-booking-rooms-and-vacations/