Welcome to Civilisations AR!
Civilisations AR is an educational augmented reality app created by the BBC that allows users to explore and interact with historical artefacts from around the world right from their mobile devices. Designed to complement the BBC’s Civilisations TV series, the app offers an immersive cultural experience, using cutting-edge AR technology to bring more than 30 ancient and modern artefacts into users’ homes. It’s an innovative way to learn about global history, art, and archaeology through hands-on digital interaction. Download Civilisations AR now!
Feature of Civilisations AR:
Augmented Reality Experience
View artefacts as realistic, to-scale 3D models.
Place them in your environment using your phone’s camera.
Move, scale, and rotate objects for full exploration.
Spotlight Mode
Tap objects to access audio guides and in-depth information.
Learn stories behind the artefacts and their creators.
X-Ray Feature
See beneath the surface of artefacts—like peering inside a sarcophagus or behind a painting layer.
Restore Tool
Rub away dirt, corrosion, or wear to reveal what artefacts looked like when they were new.
Translate Ancient Texts
Decode ancient hieroglyphics, like those on the Rosetta Stone.
Photo and Sharing Capability
Capture photos of the artefacts in your home or setting.
Share images via social media or with friends.
Geographical Navigation
Explore the artefacts based on their country or region of origin.
Offline Capability
Once artefacts are downloaded, they can be explored offline.
Safe and Child-Friendly
Designed for educational use with child-safety considerations.
Clear safety guidance is provided for using the app responsibly.
Top 5 FAQs on Civilisations AR:
1. Is Civilisations AR free to download and use?
Yes. The app is completely free, with no hidden charges or in-app purchases. It’s intended for personal and educational use only.
2. What devices are compatible with Civilisations AR?
The app is designed for ARCore-supported Android devices running Android 8.0 or higher. Compatible devices include Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy S7/S8/S9, Note8, OnePlus 5, and others.
3. Can I use the app without Wi-Fi or mobile data?
You need an internet connection to download artefacts, but once downloaded, they can be explored offline without Wi-Fi or data.
4. Is the app suitable for children?
Yes, but children should be supervised when using the app. The AR features require movement and awareness of surroundings to avoid physical obstacles.
5. Can I use the app’s content for school projects or commercial work?
The app and its content are for non-commercial, personal use only. You may use it for personal learning or informal education, but not for commercial or business purposes.
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Version History
v2.0——31 Mar 2018
New Features:
Tethering -
If you get lost, follow the dotted line back to the artefact
Restore -
You can now restore and rotate at the same time, as well as previewing the fully restored artefact
Scaling -
There is now a 'real size' option to reset back to actual, real world size as well as general improvements
Settings -
You can now toggle Music & SFX separately.
If you need a refresher you can restart the Tutorial
You can download all content for offline use
