New UI tools and a richer creative canvas come to ARCore

ARCore version 1.7 introduces new tools and enhancements designed to enrich augmented reality (AR) experiences, focusing on creative elements and user experience improvements. The update includes the Augmented Faces API, which allows for the application of 3D face meshes to create AR selfies with fun effects like animated masks and virtual hats using the front-facing camera. It also expands the AR creative canvas by supporting animations in Sceneform, enabling objects to perform various movements. Additionally, ARCore Elements has been integrated into the SDK for Unity, offering pre-validated AR UI components to streamline user experience improvements, such as Plane Finding and Object Manipulation. The update enhances the smartphone camera UX with Shared Camera access, allowing users to pause AR experiences and capture photos. These updates aim to make AR experiences both immersive and accessible, with more details available on the ARCore developer website.