Merge Cube Augmented Reality Kit
Introduction to Merge Cube
Merge Cube lets you hold and interact with 3D virtual objects. Do get started, all you need is the cube and an app on your smartphone or tablet. Just download and open a Cube app, point your device camera at the Cube, and see a new virtual world on your Cube!
- Grade K-12 and the curious adult
- Activities & Lesson Plans available
- Easy to set up. All you need is the Cube and your chosen app on a smartphone.
- Use of the Virtual Ready headset is optional, but adds an extra layer of interactive fun!
- Check out Merge Cube's website for more details.
If you're just beginning with Augmented Reality and Merge Cube, Get Started with the Librarian's Preparation Guide and Introductory Lesson Plan.
Request KitIT Worked, a YouTube channel dedicated to Educational Technology, shows you a few popular Merge Cube apps in this video:
Get Started with Merge Cube & Headset
Libraries can help introduce people to the basic principles of augmented reality (AR). We cannot expect to know anything and everything about AR before venturing forth, but we can all learn by doing!
Step 1: Librarian's Preparations Guide
The Librarian's Preparation Guide is designed to get beginners up to speed with the Merge Cube and Headset. After this guide, you will:
- Understand the basics of Augmented Reality (AR).
- Know how to use the Merge Cube, Headset and associated apps.
- Gain the skills necessary to lead library activities using Merge Cube.
- Know how to scale up activities for difficulty level.
Step 2: Teach it in the Library!
When you're done with the guide, jump right in and try the Follow Your Dreams Introductory Lesson Plan, the VR/AR Comparison Introductory Lesson Plan, or one of the Activities in the next section.
Request KitActivities
If you've used Merge Cube before, you'll probably notice that some of the old apps aren't accessible anymore, and some of the free content is now behind a paywall. Use these resources to get started with Merge Cube and access their free content:
- Get Started with Merge Cube: Use this guide to check if your device is compatible, download the right apps, and start playing with Merge Cube.
- Using Free Content: Where to find free content on the Merge EDU app, including Activity Plans.
Real World Problems
When framed properly, Merge Cube can help learners make connections between augmented reality (AR) and real world problems. This is an inspiration page showing different ways AR has helped us solve the world's most pressing problems.
- 3 Ways Augmented Reality can have a positive impacy on society: The World Economic Forum shows how AR is going to change the world.
- 10 Real Use Cases for Augmented Reality: Inc gives us the rundown on how AR is being used right now, and how it will be used soon.
- (YouTube) IBM Augmented Reality for Technology Support Services: Watch how IBM us using AR to improve their technology support services remotely.
- (YouTube) HoloLens 2 AR Headset: On Stage Demonstration: Microsoft demonstrates both the present and the future of AR.